Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Valladolid & Playa del Carmen
This tour has it all: history, culture, food, beaches… and butterflies! From the thriving metropolis of Mexico City to historic Oaxaca, and from the World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza to the beaches of Playa del Carmen. With no more than 20 guests along for the journey, your trip starts at our hotel located in the heart of downtown Mexico City. In addition to feasting on traditional Mexican dishes, we’ll visit the Valle de Bravo Waterfalls and the Floating Gardens of Xochimilco, and explore the Frida Kahlo Museum in the house where Frida Kahlo lived. We’ll stop in the colonial city of Puebla on our way to Oaxaca, a center for Mexican gastronomy which has been declared an Intangible Cultural World Heritage by UNESCO. A tour of the historic city center, a food tour, and a visit to bucket-list worthy Monte Alban are among the many activities we’ll enjoy in this city. Next, head to the Caribbean coast to explore Valladolid and Playa del Carmen. Visit Chichen Itza, a Wonder of the World and the best-preserved archaeological site in Mexico. Then visit one of the most famous underground cenotes in the area. We end our trip in Playa del Carmen where you’ll take part in cultural experiences including a sacred Mayan ritual and a purification ceremony before enjoying an incredible gastronomic experience. Take your last day of the trip to delight in the beach and amenities at your resort.
Extend Your Trip! Enjoy our Wonders of Mexico with Cancún tour which includes 3 nights in Cancún with free time to rest and relax so you return home rejuvenated!
Did you know you can make this tour private? Find out about pricing and options for groups of 10 or more travelers.
Itinerary at
a Glance
2023 Tour Itinerary:
- 3 nights Mexico City
- 3 nights Oaxaca
- 2 nights Valladolid
- 2 nights Playa del Carmen
Tour Highlights
Your Tour Includes
- Accommodations at first-class hotels
- Porterage service at hotels
- Ground transportation in an air-conditioned motor coach
- Internal Air Oaxaca-Cancun
- 15 meals: 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners plus food and drink tastings
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours including admission fees as indicated in the itinerary
- Top-rated, professional English-speaking Tour Director throughout
2023 Tour Itinerary
Guided Tour Pricing
Prices listed as “with flights” below include round-trip airfare from one or more airports in the USA. Travelers may choose to purchase the tour only, and arrange their own arrival in destination. Please note this may change your tour start date.
2023 Tours | With Flights | |
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Thu — Sun
Apr 20 — 30 |
No flight available | |
Thu — Sun
May 18 — 28 |
No flight available | |
Thu — Sun
Sep 21—Oct 1 |
No flight available | |
Thu — Sun
Oct 12 — 22 |
No flight available |
2023 Tours | Tour Only | |
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Thu — Sun
Apr 20 — 30 |
From
$2,799
$2,299
|
Book Tour Only |
Thu — Sun
May 18 — 28 |
From
$2,749
$2,249
|
Book Tour Only |
Thu — Sun
Sep 21—Oct 1 |
From
$2,699
$2,199
|
Book Tour Only |
Thu — Sun
Oct 12 — 22 |
From
$2,749
$2,249
|
Book Tour Only |
Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement applies when not sharing a room. Select a
date above to see the rates for that specific departure.
For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:30pm EST) at 1.800.337.7773.
Reservations and Payments
Reservations can be made online or by phone
(1.800.337.7773)
and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable,
non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the
time of reservation.
Deposits are $300 per person.
Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
Space and prices subject to availability.
Please see the
smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete
booking information.
Optional Tours Customize your trip with these optional tours.
Enhance your trip with our recommended optional tours. Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book when you reserve your trip and can be added to your reservation up to final payment. This is the best option to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour! Optional tours require a minimum number of participants. Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.
Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and may cost extra. The payment methods and currency information to purchase tours in-destination will be provided on final documentation.
Featured Accommodations
Before You Depart
COVID-19 UPDATE
Departing the U.S.: For the safety of everyone in the group, smarTours has implemented COVID-19 travel requirements which apply to all tours regardless of destination. To learn more, click here.
Please note destination entry requirements are changing rapidly. smarTours will communicate entry requirements in your Tour Documents 10–14 days prior to departure. For up-to-date information, please click the links below.
- Entry requirements
- State Department Travel Advisory Updates (Mexico)
- Center for Disease Control Updates & Information (Mexico)
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Your flights from the USA to Mexico and back are on the following airline with the corresponding schedules. We recommend that you check-in 3 ½ hours before departure.
Departure Date | Airline | Depart Miami | Arrive in Miami |
2023: Jan. 19 | American Airlines | 11:01 AM | 3:30 PM |
2023: Feb. 9, Feb. 16, Mar. 2 | American Airlines | 11:05 AM | 3:32 PM |
2023: Apr. 20 | American Airlines | 1:00 PM | 1:55 PM |
Please make sure to allow sufficient time for clearing immigration and customs if you are planning a connecting flight. We recommend at least 3 ½ hours. Please keep in mind that flight schedules are always subject to change.
ADVANCE SEAT ASSIGNMENT
American Airlines does not assign seats in advance. Seat assignments can only be arranged upon check-in at the airport.
LAND-ONLY TRAVELERS
International flights to/from the U.S. are not included. Land-only travelers are responsible for arranging the entry and exit flights, as well as their arrival and departure transfers. smarTours cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by air schedule changes and delays. Unused land services are non-refundable.
On arrival day, meet the group at the hotel at 3 pm for the orientation tour.
Generally, check-in at hotels is not before 4:00 PM and check-out is prior to 12:00 PM. If arriving early or departing late, hotels usually allow travelers to store their luggage in the luggage room.
PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION
You must be in possession of a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. Those traveling by air with only a Passport Card may be denied entry. All visitors are required by the Mexican immigration authorities to have a minimum of one blank visa entry page in their passport. Insufficient pages in the passport normally results in denied boarding or denial of entry upon arrival and the person is likely to be detained pending return to their country of origin. Visas are not required for American passport holders for stays of less than 180 days. Non-U.S. citizens should check with the respective consulates as to the most current visa requirements to all their travel destinations. Please remember that it is your responsibility to obtain the necessary travel documents before the trip.
TICKETS AND FINAL DOCUMENTS
Final instructions, documents, and travel tips will be emailed to you 10–14 days before the scheduled start of your tour. If you have not received your final documents, please check your spam folder or contact smarTours.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Currently, there are no immunization requirements for Mexico. All travelers should be up to date on routine vaccinations. As always, please consult your personal physician for any recommendations prior to travel. You may also learn more about any recommended immunizations at http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel.
CLIMATE
During the planned departures, the weather around Mexico City will be cold and fresh overnight and warm during the day – so warm clothing will be required due to the cold fronts that sweep down from the US in this region in particular, and also due to the altitude. In the other parts of the tour, the weather will generally be hot and sunny during the day, and cooler overnight.
CREDIT CARDS AND LOCAL CURRENCY
All major credit cards are accepted in Mexico (travelers should inform their banks and credit card companies of their travel plans to avoid denied transactions). U.S. dollars are widely accepted and Mexican Pesos are easily available at ATMs. It is recommended that you bring along cash in small denominations.
BAGGAGE
Each passenger may bring one piece of checked-in luggage (suitcase), max. 44 pounds and one carry-on piece. Carry on must not exceed 18”x10”x8”. Please note that there is a checked bag fee imposed by the airlines that must be paid directly by you at the airport in Miami. Eligible AAdvantage® cardmembers may be able to have this fee waived. Please reach out to American Airlines directly for details. We recommend that you do not over-pack and that you take a variety of casual separates with climate and comfort in mind.