About this trip
Three weeks through Mexico's ancient and colonial heartland, from the noise of Mexico City to the calm of Oaxaca's plazas and the jungle-shrouded ruins of Palenque, before crossing borders into Guatemala and Belize.
This is a proper cross-country journey by coach, with plenty of ground covered and a good mix of cities, ruins, markets and local food along the way. Choosing a Day of the Dead departure means you'll be in Mexico for the celebrations themselves, rather than just hearing about them.
Expect ancient sites, colonial towns, canyon scenery and a genuine taste of daily life, all at a moderate pace with private rooms throughout.
What you'll do
- Explore Mexico City and its surrounding sites
- Wander Oaxaca's zocalo and artisanal markets
- Explore the Mayan ruins at Palenque and Tikal
- Take a boat trip through Sumidero Canyon
- Cross overland into Guatemala and Belize
- Witness Day of the Dead celebrations (select departures)
- A long, multi-country itinerary — expect regular travel days by coach
- Moderate pace with a mix of cities, ruins and border crossings
- Day of the Dead celebrations only feature on specific departures
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Mexico City · 29 Oct – 30 Oct
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