Mexico Grande

Day 1  Puerto Vallarta          
Welcome to Puerta Vallarta - and what a place to kick off your adventure!  One of the most popular beach towns in Mexico, it's easy to see why this place is known as the 'Mexican Riviera'.          

Day 2  Puerto Vallarta          
Today you’re free as a bird and that means exploring as much or as little of Puerto Vallarta as you like. Today you could find yourself speeding through the jungle on a zipline, catching some waves with a surf lesson, or spending the day away at the quaint coastal town of Sayulita.          

Day 3  Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara
Looking for even more cultural immersion? There's nothing more Mexican than tequila, so why not head to a genuine distillery where you can learn how this fiery spirit is made and taste some for yourself. Then it's time to learn about the city known as the 'Pearl of the West', Guadalajara, with its four main squares and glorious cathedral.          

Day 4  Guadalajara to Guanajuato          
Today Guadalajara reveals itself in a different way when you cruise up to see the city from another vantage point at Ceboruco – a now inactive volcano. Next up you'll hit the old colonial city of Guanajuato where you will learn about the history of the famous silver mining town and how the economy has shaped much of its culture.          

Day 5  Guanajuato to Mexico City
Mexico City is the largest city in the country and impressively, the oldest capital in Central America. Known for its Aztec temple, its surprising altitude at 2200m, and mountainous landscape, this place is busy, bustling and wonderful.      

Day 6  Mexico City  
Floating gardens, Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are the focus for this leg of your journey in this bustling city. Get stuck into the local flavours by tasting some Mexican delicacies at a local market. Then, tonight, re-fuel with city eats, like enchiladas, tamales and tacos.  

Day 7  Mexico City        
On this busy day of the trip you’ll take in the archaeological city of Teotihuacan, pyramids and Aztec temples! As you go, local guides will kindly impart their extensive knowledge on many interesting topics. You'll even take to the water for a traditional Trajinera boat, where you can grab a drink, do some shopping and watch the world float past.          

Day 8  Mexico City to Oaxaca  
Welcome to Oaxaca, with its bohemian bars, charming colonial buildings and ridiculously pretty churches. Commonly known as the gastronomical capital of Mexico, the food here is guaranteed to guac your world. The perfect drink to wash it all down? Mezcal, of course.      

Day 9  Oaxaca        
Soak up Oaxaca’s vibes with a guided city tour where you'll get to check out the local markets. The colourful city streets have plenty of delicacies for you to try during your free night.

Day 10  Oaxaca to Merida      
Hop on an included flight to Merida. A walking tour will take you down twisting cobbled streets through grand plazas, showing off this small town’s quaint and chilled atmosphere. When you reach the old town you'll have some free time to explore the bustling markets, where you'll find countless treasures to take home.  

Day 11  Merida to Cancun      
Say hello yet another incredible UNESCO World Heritage listed Site: Chichen Itza. With your local guide leading the charge, Chichen Itza will provoke questions about the Mayan calendar, the positioning of the sun, the connections of the ruins around the country, and the worlds that came before you.  Then it’s time to beat the heat with a swim in an underground lake, known as a cenote.          

Day 12  Cancun
Enjoy a free day in Cancun, with its powdery sand beaches, endlessly swimmable waters and laidback taco joints. Your Trip Manager knows this place like the back of their hand, so you're guaranteed to be in the know on all the best spots to head this evening.      

Day 13  Cancun          
Depart any time after breakfast.