Mexico City Stopover

Mexico City Stopover

Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City
Mexico City

Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City

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Tour Overview

Discover the vibrant heart of Mexico with the "Mexico City Stopover" tour, a cultural journey through one of the largest cities in the Americas. Immerse yourself in 700 years of history with an expert local guide, exploring iconic sites like the Metropolitan Cathedral and Diego Rivera's murals. Venture beyond the city to the ancient Teotihuacan pyramids, and experience local culture with visits to family-run businesses offering authentic souvenirs. Savor a home-cooked dinner in a Mexican family home, featuring organic, locally sourced ingredients. Navigate the bustling city like a local using public transport, and enjoy the freedom to explore museums, galleries, and the lively Zocalo. This short break promises a rich tapestry of history, art, and culinary delights, all while staying in comfortable accommodations. Whether you're traveling solo or with new friends, this adventure offers a unique glimpse into the soul of Mexico City. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Bring 700 years of history back to life with an expert local guide in Mexico City.

  • Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, the biggest cathedral on the continent, and see Diego Rivera's famous mural at Museo Mural.

  • Explore the archaeological area of the Teotihuacan pyramids, including the Moon Pyramid and the Sun Pyramid.

  • Learn about Teotihuacan culture and visit a family-run business to discover obsidian and sip pulque.

  • Feast on a delicious dinner in a Mexican family home with food sourced from organic farms.

  • Wander through the Palace of Fine Arts and shop for snacks and souvenirs at Mercado San Juan.

  • Visit local towns and pick up authentic, locally made souvenirs such as tequila, candy, and cacti.

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Day 1: Mexico City

Iconic Angel of Independence, Reforma Avenue
Mariachis playing serenade at night, Mexico City
Constitution square, Mexico city
Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City
Metropolitan Cathedral, Mexico City

Location: Mexico City

Accommodation Name: hotel

Bienvenidos! Welcome to Mexico City. Check into your hotel this morning, where a welcome pack will be waiting for you. This will include all the information you need for your Short Break Adventure. If you have free time today, why not venture into the streets and check out this incredible city where modern meets ancient. Although crowded and smoggy, D.F. (Distrito Federal) offers a great variety of impressive museums, galleries and architecture, along with exciting night life and delicious street food. Why not head to the Zocalo – the city's huge central square – to see Aztec ruins and architecture or relax in one of the many parks, plazas and gardens.

Optional Activities:
-Mexico City - Frida Kahlo Museum (entrance fee)
-Mexico City - National Museum of Anthropology (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays) ...more ...less

Day 2: Mexico City

Iconic Angel of Independence, Reforma Avenue
Mariachis playing serenade at night, Mexico City
Constitution square, Mexico city
Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City
Metropolitan Cathedral, Mexico City

Location: Mexico City

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Lunch

Pick up the rest of your travel mates today and head out of town by public transport, experiencing how locals move about this crowded city. Hop off at the archaeological area of the Teotihuacan pyramids and explore the grounds. Visit the Moon Pyramid, the Calzada de los Muertos (Dead Pass), and the 63-m-high Sun Pyramid – the tallest and most spectacular in the area. Next, head to a nearby village and stop by a family-run business where you’ll learn about obsidian – the material that the Teotihuacan people use to make their tools, idols and decorations. You’ll also get to sip pulque (an ancient sacred drink), considered by some as the great-grandfather of tequila! After working up an appetite, be welcomed into a family home for a memorable lunch where you’ll be served authentic dishes bursting with local flavours and plenty of Mexican hospitality. After lunch, head back to Mexico City.

Included Activities:
-Hidden Teotihuacan & Lunch with the locals

Day 3: Mexico City

Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City
Mariachis playing serenade at night, Mexico City
Iconic Angel of Independence, Reforma Avenue
Metropolitan Cathedral, Mexico City
Constitution square, Mexico city

Location: Mexico City

Accommodation Name: hotel

Have breakfast this morning, then take some time to refresh and pack before checking out of your hotel. You can leave your luggage here this morning. Your guide will pick you up from the hotel at 10 am for a journey of exploration through Mexico’s capital. Let your expert guide bring 700 years of history back to life as you uncover little-known facts and hidden hotspots, from Aztecs to art, in one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Head into the heart of Mexico City – the Plaza de la Constitucion – and hear about the remains of an ancient city located under the modern metropolis. Visit iconic sites like the Templo Mayor and the Metropolitan Cathedral – the biggest cathedral on the continent – and see one of Diego Rivera's most famous murals at Museo Mural. Head to the fresh food stalls at Mercado San Juan and shop for snacks and souvenirs. Wander through the Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes), then head back to your hotel, where your trip will come to an end.

Included Activities:
-Mexico City Tour - Urban Adventures

Optional Activities:
-Mexico City - Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays)

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Hotel (2 nights)

  • Meals
    2 breakfasts, 1 lunches

  • Hidden Teotihuacan & Lunch with the locals

    Experience a guided tour of Hidden Teotihuacan and enjoy lunch with local families.

  • Mexico City Tour - Urban Adventures

    Participate in an urban adventure tour of Mexico City with an expert local guide.

  • Public Transport

    Travel using public bus and metro during the tour.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Entrance fees for optional activities such as the Frida Kahlo Museum and the National Museum of Anthropology are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Any personal expenses such as souvenirs and snacks are not included.

Transport

  • Public bus , Metro

Accommodation

  • The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
  • Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.

Included Activities

  • Mexico City Tour - Urban Adventures
  • Hidden Teotihuacan & Dinner with the locals - Urban Adventures

Important Information

  • 1. On Check-In to your hotel there will be a Welcome Pack waiting for you, with all information you need for your Short Break Adventure.
  • 2. This Short Break Adventure is a ‘join in’ group departure, which means you are not accompanied by an Intrepid group leader. Instead, our local representative in each location will fill this role and the configuration of any fellow travelers in the group might change during the trip. This trip will run with a minimum of one person, so you may be joined by other travelers booked on the same date as you, or you may be on your own.
  • 3. If your Short Break Adventure starts on a Sunday, please note the activities on Days 2 and 3 will be switched as the Museums are closed on Mondays.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes public bus and metro, providing an authentic local experience while exploring Mexico City and its surroundings.

Accommodation

Accommodation may vary based on availability, but a similar standard is maintained. Early check-in is not always possible, but luggage storage and shared day rooms are available until rooms are ready.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is used during the Mexico City Stopover tour?

    The tour uses public transportation, including buses and the metro, to get around Mexico City.

  • Will I have a guide during the Mexico City Stopover tour?

    Yes, you will have an expert local guide who will share history and hotspots from around Mexico City.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Teotihuacan?

    You will explore the archaeological area of the Teotihuacan pyramids, including the Moon Pyramid, the Calzada de los Muertos, and the Sun Pyramid. You will also visit a nearby village to learn about obsidian and enjoy a lunch in a family home.

  • What is included in the welcome pack at the hotel?

    The welcome pack includes all the information you need for your Short Break Adventure in Mexico City.

  • What happens if the tour starts on a Sunday?

    If the tour starts on a Sunday, the activities on Days 2 and 3 will be switched because some museums are closed on Mondays.

  • What kind of dining experience is included in the tour?

    You will have a memorable lunch in a family home, where you will be served authentic dishes bursting with local flavors and Mexican hospitality.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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  • Free Date Changes

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  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Intrepid Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform intrepid travel, 56 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Intrepid Travel requires a minimum deposit of 400 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Mexico City Stopover

3 Days Starting and ending in Mexico City, Mexico

Visiting: Mexico City

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

QVHM

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Group size:

1 - 12

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

15-99

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Interests:

Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $595 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 26-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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