Investment
- Twinshare – $ AUD
- Single Room – $ AUD
- 5-13 November 2026
- 8 Nights/ 9 days
- Weather 20 - 25 C
- Fitness - Med 5km per day
- Price Range - $$$
Mexico Odyssey: Tacos, Temples and Tranquility
Join us on a vibrant journey through Mexico, a land of ancient civilisations, mouthwatering cuisine, and stunning natural beauty. Our Mexico Odyssey invites you to discover why this diverse country belongs on your 2026 travel list. From the bustling heart of Mexico City to the tranquil shores of Playa del Carmen, this 9-day adventure offers an unforgettable mix of cultural exploration, historical immersion, and delicious culinary experiences.
Why Mexico?
Mexico is a country where past and present seamlessly blend. Marvel at the majestic pyramids of Teotihuacán, stroll through the colorful canals of Xochimilco, and dive into the rich artistic legacy of Frida Kahlo. Beyond its historical allure, Mexico is a food lover’s paradise, boasting iconic tacos, rich mole sauces, and refreshing mezcal. Its breathtaking cenotes and serene beaches promise tranquility, while vibrant cities buzz with energy and charm.
Oh the places we'll go ......
Mexico City
Chichén Itzá
Valladolid
Playa del Carmen
Mexico City
Mexico City, the bustling capital of Mexico, is a dynamic metropolis that offers an intoxicating mix of ancient heritage, colonial charm, and contemporary culture. Once the heart of the mighty Aztec Empire, the city stands atop the ancient city of Tenochtitlán, offering history lovers an unparalleled glimpse into Mexico’s storied past. From indulging in world-class cuisine to experiencing the lively nightlife, México City is a destination that captivates all who visit.
Chichén Itzá
Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, is an archaeological site that offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient Mayan civilisation. Located in the Yucatán Peninsula, this UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its massive pyramids, temples, and intricate carvings. Visitors can explore the Temple of Warriors, the Great Ball Court, and the Sacred Cenote, each revealing more about the rich history and rituals of this ancient society.
Valladolid
Valladolid is a charming colonial town that offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Known for its tranquil streets lined with colorful Spanish-style buildings, it’s a hub for exploring the Yucatán Peninsula’s hidden gems. From the bustling town square to its proximity to world-famous landmarks, Valladolid is a must-visit destination for those seeking an authentic Mexican experience.
Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen is a vibrant coastal town nestled along the stunning Riviera Maya. Famous for its white sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and laid-back atmosphere, it’s a paradise for beach lovers and adventure seekers alike. Whether you’re strolling down the bustling Quinta Avenida or unwinding on the pristine shores, Playa del Carmen offers a perfect mix of relaxation and excitement.
Trip Highlights
- Mexico City tour
- Walk along the Calzada de los Muertos
- Taste different drinks and typical products based on Tuna, Nopal and Xoconostle
- Walk through the streets of the Aztec capital
- Teotihuacán walking tour
- Visit Lol-Ha cenote, also known as Flower of Water
- Guided tour of the Chichen Itzá Archaeological Zone
- Explore the Punta Laguna Reserve
- Authentic street food experience
- Wander the picturesque streets of Valladolid
- Participate in a serene cave meditation session in Playa del Carmen
- Unwind on the pristine beaches of Playa del Carmen
Book your Mexico Odyssey 2026
*FLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED
This tour requires a $500 deposit, followed by two installment payments.
The first installment is due 6 months before the start of the trip.
The second installment is due 75 days prior to departure.
If you are combining Mexico and Guatemala
*Receive $100 discount for combining two trips, which has already been applied to the final pricing.
Enjoy guided travel with our Escorted Tours, fully led by a certified, English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the journey, sharing their extensive knowledge and passion for the destination.
For groups of eight or more, a Vibrant Women Travel Host will join the tour to provide additional support and ensure a seamless travel experience.
Inclusions
- 8 nights Accommodation
- Meals as stated on itinerary
- Airport transfer to and from the hotel
- Private vehicle transport all throughout activities
- Professional Guide as provided throughout itinerary
- Entrance Fees as per itinerary
- Local temple tours
Exclusions
- International airfares to and from Mexico
- Travel Insurance (which is compulsory)
- Some Lunches and Dinners (prices for these can vary from very cheap to western prices depending on where you are eating)
- Personal purchases
- Tipping is for tour guides, drivers and hotel staff - $25AUD per day. To be collected on arrival or beforehand added to your invoice.
Travel Itinerary
Welcome to México
Welcome to Mexico City, the capital and largest city in Mexico, recognized for its rich history and culture that combines its pre-Hispanic, colonial and present times to offer travelers an endless number of places to visit and a varied gastronomy.
On arrival our driver will be waiting at the airport for you.
Check-in at the hotel, feel free to relax, settle in and take a walk around. There are no activities planned for this day.
Overnight at Mexico City.
Meals – no meals
Accommodation: Hotel Casa González or similar
Today you will visit one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Mexico: Teotihuacan. Your transportation will pick you up early in the morning and take you to the outskirts of Mexico City to the valley of Teotihuacan. Here, you will begin the approximately 8 hour experience with your local English-speaking guide who will tell you the history of the City of the Gods, while you walk along the Calzada de los Muertos, he will tell you all the mysteries of this ancient civilization, here you will find buildings such as the Temple of the Feathered Serpent and the impressive Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon.
The second part of the tour will be by bicycle, in a route of approximately 10 km, it will take you to know the route of the Murals, an ancient natural observatory and the impressive views from different perspectives of the City of the Gods closing your day with a visit to a local workshop where you can taste different drinks and typical products based on Tuna, Nopal and Xoconostle, besides knowing the manufacturing process of obsidian handicrafts.
At the end of your tour, you will enjoy a local lunch and head back to Mexico City.
Overnight at Mexico City.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Casa González or similar
Your private transportation will pick you up to take you to the Historic Center of Mexico City, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. At the meeting point your local English-speaking guide will be waiting for you to start a walking tour of approximately 4 hours through the streets of the Aztec capital. During this experience you will learn about the history and gastronomy of Mexico while visiting the most emblematic places of the historic center such as the Metropolitan Cathedral, the ruins of the ancient Aztec city, the Palace of Fine Arts and the Postal Palace.
You will also make a few stops at local food stalls and restaurants that only your guide knows and taste traditional Mexican food including tacos and a dessert. You will understand why Mexican gastronomy is considered Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Community, at the end of the experience your transportation will take you back to your accommodation.
Overnight at Mexico City.
Meals – Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Casa González or similar
After breakfast, experience the colourful floating gardens of Xochimilco, where you can enjoy a boat ride through the canals. Later, visit the iconic Frida Kahlo Museum, also known as the Blue House, to learn about the life and work of one of México’s most beloved artists.
Overnight in México City.
Meals – Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Casa González or similar
Fly from México City to Mérida (MID), and then transfer to the charming colonial town of Valladolid. Spend the evening exploring the town’s quaint streets and local markets.
Overnight in Valladolid.
Meals – Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Mesón del Marqués or similar
Today, you will have the opportunity to visit with your Spanish-speaking guide the Lol-Ha cenote, also known as Flower of Water. This cenote has great historical importance for the Yaxunah community, as it was where the first inhabitants of the area used to get water. This cenote has become a popular tourist destination thanks to its crystal clear blue waters. You can enjoy a refreshing swim in its 30-meter-deep waters, with easy access. Additionally, if you wish, you can try the delicious dishes offered by the local community.
Today, you will embark on an exciting guided tour of the Chichen Itzá Archaeological Zone, one of the most renowned and well-preserved ancient Mayan sites in the world. With your knowledgeable Spanish-speaking guide, you’ll explore the fascinating history, architecture, and cultural significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight at Valladolid
Meals – Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Mesón del Marqués or similar
Today, you will embark on an adventure of approximately 3 and a half hours to explore the Punta Laguna Reserve. You will meet your English-speaking local guide to begin the tour, during which you will be welcomed with a Maya ceremony. Afterward, you will head to the Punta Laguna Reserve, home to spider monkeys, where you will observe them. You will hop into a kayak, experience a zip line adventure, and get closer to nature. To conclude, you will have time to refresh yourself in a cenote. At the end of the allotted time, you will return to the meeting point, concluding the experience.
Hotel Hul-Kú is located in the heart of Playa del Carmen, with the perfect balance between relaxation and the exciting nightlife of the famous Quinata Avenue, shopping malls, restaurants and boutiques. It offers rooms decorated in a colonial and tropical style. Among its facilities are swimming pool, parking and gardens.
Overnight at Playa del Carmen
Meals – Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Hul-Kú or similar
Today you will enjoy a free day in Playa del Carmen, the first option could be to spend the day on one of its beautiful beaches or stroll along its famous 5th avenue, a pedestrian street full of restaurants, stores and bars. Because of its location there are many activities that can be done from the city such as visiting the island of Cozumel, discovering some of the cenotes and subway rivers or exploring archaeological sites like Coba or Tulum. Finally, it is a city with very good nightlife highlighting the famous Twelfth Street.
Overnight at Playa del Carmen
Meals – Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Hul-Kú or similar
Check out from the hotel.
Transfer to the airport on your way home.
If you are joining us on Guatemala after this trip, please book your flights accordingly
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation
Mexico City
HOTEL CASA GONZÁLEZ
Located in Mexico City, Hotel Casa González offers comfortable accommodation near museums, parks and theatres. The hotel’s elegant rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi access, cosy beds and TVs. Guests can also enjoy delicious dishes at the on-site restaurant. Additional amenities include gardens and patios.
Valladolid
HOTEL MESÓN DEL MARQUÉS
Hotel Mesón del Marqués is ideally located in the main square in Valladolid, Yucatan. Accommodation options consist of 85 well-appointed rooms and suites featuring air conditioning, TVs, safes, private bathrooms, hairdryers, and toiletries. Facilities and services include a 24-hour reception, room service, a Jacuzzi, a swimming pool, restaurants, a bar, laundry services, indoor parking, and Wi-Fi.
Playa del Carmen
HOTEL HUL-KÚ
Hotel Hul-Kú is located in the heart of Playa del Carmen. All rooms are comfortably designed with TVs, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and hairdryers. After a relaxing night, guests can start each morning with a delicious breakfast served on-site. Other services and facilities include a swimming pool, a reception, a garden, meeting rooms, and parking.
What our Guests have to say about our Tours
5/5
Enjoyed pretty much everything!
The accommodations were lovely and some were just extraordinary. Costs were as expected and loved that tour tips were taken care of before the trip.
Great group of women and you (Tammie) and Selena rock!
Nancy B.
Spain and Morocco Tour 2024
5/5
Where do I even begin, this was the most amazing trip of my life, from start to finish it was pure luxury, only everything of the best. Tammi and Selena could not do enough for everyone on the tour. So many amazing experiences that I would not have done/tried had I done the trip alone. I cannot wait to plan my next trip. Do yourself a favour, get a little magic in your life and book now.
Pamela H.
Magic in Morocco 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Cancellation Policy
Travel Insurance
Visa on Arrival
Arrival and Departure Information
Dietary Requirements
Deposit and Payment Plans
Fitness Requirements
Vaccination Advice for Travellers
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 75 Days Before Tour Start: A $500 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit will be retained.
- 75 to 45 Days Before Tour Start: 50% of the tour cost, plus the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, will be forfeited.
- Less Than 45 Days Before Tour Start or No Shows: The entire amount will be retained, as we would have already incurred costs for accommodation, transport, flights, and activities, which cannot be refunded to us.
- After Tour Commencement: No refunds will be issued.
This is why travel insurance is compulsory.
Travel Insurance
Our rates do not include any kind of travel insurance and each guest must make sure to arrange their own necessary insurance prior arrival. We will do everything possible to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. However, all travel involves some degree of risk we strongly recommend that you take out appropriate travel insurance for your adventure.
Your insurance protection should include cover for cancellation, medical, in particular Coronavirus and repatriation expenses, personal injury and accident, death and loss of personal baggage and money and personal liability. Insurance cover offered by credit card companies or reciprocal medical cover agreements are often not comprehensive please check this before travelling. Or contact our preferred Travel Insurance provider CoverMore.
Visa on Arrival
Arrival and Departure Information
Dietary Requirements
We’re sorry, but we’re unable to accommodate complex dietary issues on our tours. If you can manage your dietary needs independently, that’s perfectly fine. However, we cannot assume responsibility for guests’ health and wellbeing regarding food in foreign countries, as sometimes there can be misunderstandings due to language barriers. We hope you understand that our primary concern is to ensure that none of our guests become unwell while travelling with us.
Thank you for your understanding.
Deposit and Payment Plans
This tour requires a $500 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. Once you have secured your booking, you will receive a welcome email with all the details for the trip.
The first installment is due 6 months before the start of the trip.
The second installment is due 75 days prior to departure.
Fitness Requirements
Our tours are designed to provide a rich and immersive experience, which includes walking tours on some days. Participants will encounter uneven footpaths, stairs, and other elements that require good mobility. Therefore, we recommend that women joining our tours have a medium level of fitness. You should be able to walk up to 7km a day to fully enjoy all the activities and explore the beautiful destinations with ease.
Vaccination Advice for Travellers
To ensure a safe and healthy journey, it’s important to be up-to-date with your vaccinations. We recommend consulting with a healthcare professional or visiting a travel health clinic for personalised advice based on your travel itinerary. For comprehensive information on required and recommended vaccinations, please visit Travel Doctor. They provide expert guidance to help you stay protected while exploring the world.
**Preparation notes for your trip are available in your trip dashboard and can be accessed once you register.
If this tour is fully booked, but you’re still hoping to join us, don’t worry—you can be added to our waitlist.
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