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Dates
August 2-6, 2024
Pricing
$2299 USD per person
Length
4 nights/5 days
Group Size
10 Travelers Maximum
Group Trip to Mexico City
Immerse yourself into the bustling streets of Mexico City (aka CDMX). A fascinating mix of the old and the new, feast your eyes on the colonial architecture that stands next to modern structures. Treat your taste buds to some of the best eats in all of Mexico, from street food to trendy restaurants in neighborhoods like La Roma, La Condesa, and Zona Rosa. You’ll learn about the city and culture from local entrepreneurs and creatives.
In one of the largest cities in the world filled with museums, restaurants, and shopping markets, we’ll take you to the gems of the city and introduce you to people who can’t wait to share their culture with you.
Itinerary
Day 1
Hello CDMX!
You’ll check in to the hotel, freshen up, and get to know the other travelers over a cooking class with an award-winning local chef. You’ll enjoy the prepared dishes with either an agua fresca or a cocktail.
Meals included: dinner
Day 2
After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll head to the historical center and explore the area with a local expert. Learn how the ancient Aztec history mixed with Spanish rule has defined its current culture and architecture.
After this, it’s time to meander through the enchanting streets of the Coyoacan neighborhood. Picture this: age-old cobbled streets, art galleries, and artisan markets. We’ll stop at the market for a tostada lunch.
Our highlight in Coyoacan will be a guided tour of Frida Kahlo's iconic home, led by an art historian. It’s not just a house tour; it’s a journey into the soul of one of Mexico's most legendary artists.
In the evening we’ll head out for a night of tacos and beer crawl. On the menu are tacos de canasta (steamed and served from a basket), tacos de carnitas (slow cooked pork), and more. We’ll end the night by sampling some handcrafted beer or mezcal.
Meals included: breakfast + lunch + taco dinner
Day 3
Today you’ll experience a lively ride on a trajinera (similar to a gondola) in Xochimilco, one of the last remnants of Lake Texcoco and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Kick back, relax, and enjoy a cold michelada while you listen to mariachis and munch on a delicious quesadilla.
You’ll have some free time before we head out for dinner reservations at a trendy restaurant.
Meals included: breakfast + lunch
Day 4
We’ll wake up early and head to the pyramids of Teotihuacan where you’ll get a glimpse of the ancient Aztec empire alongside a local expert.
Afterwards, we’ll have lunch inside a cave-turned-restaurant that serves pre-Columbus influenced cuisine. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can have a cricket margarita!
Back in the city, you’ll have the afternoon to yourself, so you can explore or buy any last minute souvenirs.
To wrap up the trip, we head out to a local restaurant.
Meals included: breakfast + dinner
Day 5
We’ll have breakfast together, then private airport transportation.
You’ll return home feeling invigorated and will be itching for your next trip to CDMX!
Meals included: breakfast
Optional One Night Extension
Extend your Mexico City trip by one night to visit the hot springs and subterranean caves at the Grutas de Tolantongo in Hidalgo, Mexico! Click here for more info.
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Additional Info:
Included:
Accommodation for 4 nights
Transportation to and from the airport
Transportation for activities listed above
Meals as listed above
Activities as listed above
Group photographer
Not included:
Airfare in and out of the country
Mandatory travel insurance
Visa
Souvenirs
Other incidental expenses (just ask if you're not sure)
Alcohol, except where noted
Accommodations: We will be staying in a boutique hotel in a centrally located neighborhood in CDMX. The trip will include 3 double rooms and 2 single rooms (single-room supplement fee will apply if not sharing the private room).
If you sign up with someone else, you will be paired up with that person. Otherwise, you will be assigned a roomie. We will put you and your roomie in contact before the trip! More details regarding accommodation will be shared upon purchase of the trip.
Trip insurance: You are required to purchase trip insurance within 3 days of initial trip deposit. Proof of said trip insurance must be provided within 3 days of initial trip booking.
What to expect in CDMX: While we try our best to stick to the itinerary, traveling in CDMX requires flexibility and changes to transportation and activities may occur. CDMX is known to have some of the most congested traffic in the world, so please bring your patience. We will try to avoid traffic as much as we can by starting the day early to get to morning activities, but it is unavoidable. Bring your sense of adventure and enjoy the moment!
Pricing: The trip is priced at $2299 per person. To secure a spot, participants must make a $500 deposit. If you prefer a single room, an extra fee of $900 applies and must be paid during sign-up. The balance is expected no later than 45 days before the departure date. All transactions should be completed using a credit card.
Refunds: Deposits for this trip are non-refundable, but this will turn into a credit that you can use on your next booking with us.
Click here to read refund policy for cancellation by the traveler and cancellation by us.
Please read our FAQs page and Booking Terms and Conditions for more information.
The 1st time I visited Mexico City, I was an international student, taking a summer course to fulfill my Spanish minor requirements. This time, I’m simply a student of life. Thanks to Rocio with Fisheye Journeys, I experienced everything you would expect from the 5th largest city in the world- the architecture. The art. The history. The food (especially the churros). The music. The entertainment (LA LUCHA LIBRE!). The language. It was simply amazing! And this was just a taste of a fantastic experience. What a pleasure to re-explore this gem of a city with such a knowledgeable and fun tour operator and guide. I highly recommend this trip! - Karla Redditte