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Essential Central Mexico

9 Days
From CAD $1,571 Was CAD $1,849

Best Rate
Guarantee

Trip Type
Small Group

Activity Level
Light

Rating

(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

Just hearing the name Mexico is enough to conjure up images of mariachis, tequila, beaches, and heavenly food. Lucky you, this trip from Mexico's Pacific coast to its capital captures all of those things. Starting in Puerto Vallarta, you'll head to Guadalajara, a rich cultural centre with music, festivals, and nearby distilleries. Next, you’re off to the smaller towns of Guanajuato and San Miguel de Allende, where you’ll get immersed in Mexican history, not to mention its stunning scenery and architecture. Lastly, you’ll arrive in bustling Mexico City where you’ll say “adios!” to one heck of a trip.

Highlights

Relax on the pacific beaches in Puerto Vallarta
Listen to mariachi bands and sample tequila at a tavern in Guadalajara
Soak in the history of Guanajuato and San Miguel de Allende
Eat incredible food and regional delicacies from this part of Mexico

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Trip Details

Product Code: 1827

Tour Type: Small Group

Accommodation: Budget

Transport: Private vehicle, public bus, walking.

Guide Language: English

Travel Styles: Classic

Supplier Code: CMVM

Starts: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Finishes: Mexico City, Mexico

Duration: 9 days

Departures: Guaranteed

Physical rating: Light

Includes

Activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Guanajuato City and Street Food Tour, Guanajuato
Tequila distillery visit, tasting and lunch
City tour of Guadalajara
Orientation walk in San Miguel de Allende
City tour of San Miguel de Allende
Free time in Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, San Miguel de Allende, and Mexico City
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels (8 nts).

8 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

Private vehicle, public bus, walking.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1571 (CAD $175 /day)

Itinerary

Day 1: Puerto Vallarta

Arrive at any time. Attend the welcome meeting in the evening and then opt to grab dinner with the group.

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Puerto de Luna

Day 2: Puerto Vallarta

Get ready for a full free day in Puerto Vallarta for optional activities. Your CEO will help arrange and give you some insider recommendations, but you could spend some time on the beach, go whale watching (seasonal, Dec-Mar), a day trip with snorkelling to Isla Marietas or find a nice place to grab some food and people watch. In the evening meet with the group to trade stories and go out to search for some delicious local street food.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a full free day for optional activities in Puerto Vallarta, like whale watching (seasonal, Dec-Mar), beach hanging, or a day trip with some snorkelling at nearby Isla Marietas. Spend the evening in search of the most delicious local food you can find.Accommodation - Hotel Puerto de Luna

Day 3: Puerto Vallarta/Guadalajara

Travel inland to Guadalajara this morning. Make a stop along the way near the town of Tequila to visit a distillery to learn about how tequila is traditionally made with a tasting included and lunch. Continue on arriving in Guadalajara in the early evening for a CEO-led orientation walk.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Mexico is the birthplace of tequila, and there is nowhere better to learn about the iconic drink. Visit a distillery in a town between Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara to learn about the history of tequila and the production process, before the main highlight –a tasting session with lunch. Sip, don't shoot!Activity - Set off on foot to get to know this city in western Mexico. Known for tequila and mariachi music Guadalajara packs a lively atmosphere appealing to any traveller. Wander the colonial plazas and spot landmarks like the Teatro Degollado and the Palacio del Gobierno houses.Accommodation - Hotel Laffayette

Day 4: Guadalajara

Enjoy a free morning today to discover Guadalajara's charm. In the afternoon, set off on a city tour including the nearby vibrant city of Tlaquepaque. Think mariachis, historical centres, and loads of fun and street food. The rest of the evening is open to do as you please. Maybe go for another walk through the main square and find a cool tavern to grab a drink with the group.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Spend some time shopping, eating, and relaxing in Guadalajara for your last night in the area.Activity - See more of Guadalajara on this in-depth city tour including some free time to explore the gastronomy hub of Tlaquepaque. See the work of Mexican muralist Jose Clemente Orozco and discover the best views in the city.Accommodation - Hotel Laffayette

Day 5: Guadalajara/Guanajuato

Travel by public bus to Guanajuato today. Enjoy an afternoon walking tour to discover the city's beautiful architecture, tunnels, cultural history, and of course, street food.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Gain a deeper understanding into this town located in a valley surrounded by mountains. Filled with brilliantly coloured buildings around a central park and loads of great places to try some local eats. Make a stop to a local bakery, head to a stall for some fresh squeezed juices, then try some tlacoyos, a sort of folded taco, stuffed with cheese and chicken. Next, head underground to see the labyrinth of tunnels below the city. And spend the remainder of the tour learning about the history and culture of this place while eating different kinds of street food from tamales to sopes, you'll taste vibrant flavours.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Hotel Santa Regina

Day 6: Guanajuato/San Miguel de Allende

Wander through Guanajuato during your free morning. Grab a bite to eat on your own before the bus ride to San Miguel de Allende. Here the group will go on a CEO-led orientation walk before time to have dinner on your own.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Free morning to grab a pastry on your own and walk through the main square one last time before moving on. Plenty of time for a quiet morning coffee and some people watching.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Your CEO will lead you on an orientation walk of San Miguel de Allende. This colonial-era city is located in Mexico's central highlands and is home to a budding art scene and many cultural festivals. Wander the cobblestoned streets and learn the history and stories of this place while in the shadow of the pink towers rising above the El Jardín main plaza.Accommodation - Hotel Hacienda Monteverde

Day 7: San Miguel de Allende

Start off with a half-day city tour of San Miguel de Allende. See various historical sites like the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Iglesia de San Francisco, and Templo del Oratorio de San Felipe Neri. Learn the cultural significance of various places and admire the architecture of this place before a free afternoon for various optional activities.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Get to know the historical and cultural significance of local landmarks in San Miguel de Allende on a half-day city tour. Visit important sites like, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Iglesia de San Francisco, and Templo del Oratorio de San Felipe Neri.Free_time - Enjoy some free time for optional activities in the area like, horseback riding, a cooking class, tequila tasting, or a visit to some nearby hot springs. Your CEO can help you organize whichever you choose.Accommodation - Hotel Hacienda Monteverde

Day 8: San Miguel de Allende/Mexico City

Hop on the local bus to Mexico City this morning and arrive around midday. Enjoy a free afternoon and opt for an evening out on the town.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Hotel PF Suites

Day 9: Mexico City

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

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Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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