Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure

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From Mexico City’s plazas to Yucatán’s cenotes—or go coast-to-coast from Puerto Vallarta to Playa del Carmen.

Choose 14 or 22 days of Classic small-group travel: hotels throughout, Teotihuacán, Oaxaca, Palenque, Chichén Itzá, street food done right, and optional day trips from city strolls to cenote swims.

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Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
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Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
Tour Overview

Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure

Trace Mexico’s story from highland plazas and colonial streets to jungle-wrapped ruins and the turquoise Caribbean. Choose the 14-day route (Mexico City → Playa del Carmen) or go all in on the 22-day coast-to-coast journey (Puerto Vallarta → Playa del Carmen) that adds the Pacific, tequila country, and the Bajío’s photogenic hill towns.

Expect colour at every turn—markets piled with chilies and flowers, mariachi in moonlit squares, limestone cenotes you can swim in, and evenings that end with tacos done right. Guides keep the days smooth while you pick your pace: museum mornings, mezcal tastings, gentle city wanders, or optional day trips to round out the adventure.

Quick Facts

  • Duration: 14 or 22 days

  • Style: Small-group, Classic (Standard service level)

  • Difficulty: Light (2/5)—city walks, site visits, optional longer days

  • Start/Finish: Mexico City → Playa del Carmen (14-day) • Puerto Vallarta → Playa del Carmen (22-day)

  • Transport: Private vehicle, taxi, plane (Oaxaca → Villahermosa), walking; public A/C bus also used on the 22-day

  • Stays: Hotels throughout (Standard)

Trip Highlights

  • Teotihuacán pyramids at the Valley of Mexico’s edge

  • Oaxaca markets, craft villages, and mezcal culture

  • Palenque’s jungle-set Maya temples and carvings

  • Chichén Itzá with time to explore beyond El Castillo

  • Cenote swims near Valladolid and the Mayan Riviera

  • Guadalajara, Guanajuato & San Miguel de Allende (22-day): plazas, murals, and photogenic alleyways

  • Pacific to Caribbean (22-day): from Puerto Vallarta sunsets to palm-lined Playa del Carmen

Good to Know

  • Group & pace: Small group (max ~16). The plan is set; your daily pace is flexible, with optional add-ons.

  • Heat & altitude: Expect warm, humid conditions in the Yucatán; Mexico City sits ~2,250 m, so take day one easy.

  • Internal flight: Oaxaca → Villahermosa (baggage limits apply).

  • Access & luggage: Some 2-storey hotels may not have lifts; bring soft luggage you can handle on stairs.

  • Costs on tour: Breakfasts are included most days; other meals are your choice—great for sampling regional food.

  • Admin: An exit/arrival tax in Quintana Roo may apply (often included in airfares—check with your airline).

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Itinerary (14-Day Option Starts on Day-9)
Days 1 & 2 | Pacific Playtime in Puerto Vallarta

Day 1 | Puerto Vallarta Welcome

Land on the Pacific and meet the crew at sunset. Stroll the malecón where surf taps the seawall, street artists sketch portraits, and the air smells like lime and grilled fish. Ease in with a low-key dinner and ocean breeze.

Stay: Hotel (Puerto Vallarta)

Included meals: None

Day 2 | Beaches, Boats & Bites

Find your rhythm: boat to the Islas Marietas for snorkelling over bright reefs (seasonal), wander palm-lined sands, or join a taco trail for shrimp al pastor and chilli-salted fruit. Sundowners with a sea-view highly encouraged.

Stay: Hotel (Puerto Vallarta)

Included meals: Breakfast

Optional extras (own expense): Islas Marietas boat/snorkel; seasonal whale-watching; guided food tour
Days 3 & 4 | Tequila Country to Guadalajara

Day 3 | Agave Rows, Distillery Lunch → Guadalajara

Roll through blue-green agave fields into a working tequila distillery. Tour copper stills, taste the terroir, and linger over a regional lunch. Continue to Guadalajara for plazas, murals, and a CEO-led evening orientation.

Stay: Hotel (Guadalajara)

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included activity: Tequila distillery tour & tasting (with lunch)

Day 4 | Mariachi Capital & Tlaquepaque

Trace the historic core—cathedrals, shady arcades—then browse Tlaquepaque’s courtyards for ceramics and papel picado. As dusk cools the stones, mariachi rises; grab a bench and soak it in.

Stay: Hotel (Guadalajara)

Included meals: Breakfast
Days 5 & 6 | Bajío Beauties: Guanajuato & San Miguel

Day 5 | Guanajuato’s Tunnels & Hilltop Views

Public coach into the hills. Guanajuato unfolds in colour: tangled lanes, underground roadways, and funicular views across pastel roofs. Sample a market snack and watch the city glow at golden hour.

Stay: Hotel (Guanajuato)

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 6 | San Miguel de Allende—Spire-Studded Charm

Free morning in Guanajuato, then on to San Miguel for an orientation walk past the rose-pinned Parroquia, artisan galleries, and leafy plazas. Rooftop sunset? Always a good idea.

Stay: Hotel (San Miguel de Allende)

Included meals: Breakfast
Days 7 & 8 | San Miguel Deep Dive → Mexico City (14-Day Option Starts Here)

Day 7 | Slow Morning & Optional Soaks

Unhurried start: explore ateliers, sip café de olla, or unwind at hot-spring pools outside town. As bells ring across the centro, the façades shift from peach to amber.

Stay: Hotel (San Miguel de Allende)

Included meals: Breakfast

Optional extras (own expense): Hot-spring visit; cooking class; rooftop tasting

Day 8 | Bus to Mexico City | Afternoon at Leisure

Arrive in CDMX by midday. Drift through Roma and Condesa beneath jacarandas, or dip into a museum hour before a mellow evening in the Zócalo’s glow.

Stay: Hotel (Mexico City)

Included meals: Breakfast


For 14-Day Option

Arrive any time and meet your CEO and group in the evening. Ease into the altitude with a gentle wander or taco run near the hotel—you’ve got a big story ahead.

Stay:Hotel (Mexico City).

Included meals: None.

Days 9 & 10 | Capital Canvas: Museums, Murals, Markets

Day 9 | CDMX Your Way

Design your day: the National Museum of Anthropology, Casa Azul in Coyoacán, Diego Rivera murals, or a taco crawl through market halls and modern taquerías.

Stay: Hotel (Mexico City)

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 10 | Teotihuacán Sunrise Stones (or More City Time)

Option to deep-dive CDMX or join a guided visit to Teotihuacán—broad ceremonial avenues, the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, and broad views across the valley. Evening free for mezcal and music.

Stay: Hotel (Mexico City)

Included meals: Breakfast

Included/arranged activity: Guided Teotihuacán visit (timed during the capital stay)
Days 11 & 12 | Puebla Tiles & Cholula Horizons

Day 11 | Mexico City → Puebla

Travel to Puebla for an orientation walk past talavera-tiled façades, candy shops, and café-lined squares. Clear-day views pick out Popocatépetl on the horizon.

Stay: Hotel (Puebla)

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 12 | Free Day in Puebla

Choose Cholula’s pyramid and tunnel network, browse ceramics studios, or settle into a sunny plaza with chocolate caliente and a pastry.

Stay: Hotel (Puebla)

Included meals: Breakfast

Optional extras (own expense): Cholula archaeological site; lucha libre (seasonal)
Days 13 & 14 | Oaxaca Markets, Alebrijes & Cooking Flavours

Day 13 | Into Oaxaca + Alebrijes Community

Arrive Oaxaca and meet artisans hand-carving and painting Alebrijes (G for Good). The zócalo hums with marimbas and evening promenades—perfect for a people-watch.

Stay: Hotel (Oaxaca)

Included meals: Breakfast

Included activity: Alebrijes community visit

Day 14 | Oaxaca Your Way + Cooking Demo

Pick your flavour: hilltop Monte Albán, Mitla’s intricate stonework, or Hierve el Agua’s cliffside pools. Later, an Oaxacan cooking demonstration with tastings—learn the stories behind the sauces.

Stay: Hotel (Oaxaca)

Included meals: Breakfast

Included activity: Cooking demo (with tastings)

Optional extras (own expense): Hierve el Agua day trip; mezcalería visit
Days 15 & 16 | Jungle Gate: Flight to Palenque & Temple Time

Day 15 | Fly Oaxaca → Villahermosa, Drive to Palenque

A short flight east, then into Palenque’s humid green. Fireflies after dark, cicadas at dawn—the jungle soundtrack sets the tone.

Stay: Hotel (Palenque)

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 16 | Palenque Ruins + Waterfall Options

Guided exploration amid Palenque’s temples and carved panels, where jungle edges reclaim ancient stone. Afternoon options: a shaded jungle walk or cool-off at nearby cascades.

Stay: Hotel (Palenque)

Included meals: Breakfast
Days 17 & 18 | Campeche Call-In & Mérida Moments

Day 17 | Palenque → Campeche Stop → Mérida

Cross the peninsula, pausing in Campeche’s pastel-walled historic centre. Continue to Mérida for an orientation through ochre façades and leafy boulevards.

Stay: Hotel (Mérida)

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 18 | Mérida Discover Moment

Choose your own adventure: Uxmal’s Puuc-style pyramids, a cenote double-dip, or museums and markets in town. Evenings drift by with trova music and sorbet on the paseo.

Stay: Hotel (Mérida)

Included meals: Breakfast

Optional extras (own expense): Uxmal excursion; cenote circuit
Days 19 & 20 | Chichén Itzá Icons, Valladolid Pastels → Caribbean

Day 19 | Chichén Itzá Guided Visit → Valladolid

Walk Chichén Itzá with a local expert: El Castillo’s geometry, the echoing ball court, the observatory framing the sky. Roll to Valladolid—colour-washed streets and evening calm.

Stay: Hotel (Valladolid)

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 20 | Valladolid → Playa del Carmen

Unhurried morning—perhaps a cenote swim—then on to Playa del Carmen for turquoise water, soft sand, and sea-breeze evenings.

Stay: Hotel (Playa del Carmen)

Included meals: Breakfast

Optional extras (own expense): Cenote swim
Days 21 & 22 | Riviera Finale & Farewell

Day 21 | Beach Day: Tulum, Cenotes or Cozumel

Choose your finale: Tulum’s clifftop ruins, a snorkel hop to Cozumel, or a hammock day shaded by palms.

Stay: Hotel (Playa del Carmen)

Included meals: Breakfast

Optional extras (own expense): Tulum ruins; Cozumel snorkel/diving

Day 22 | Depart Playa del Carmen

Trip ends after Breakfast. Cancun airport is an easy shuttle or bus away—leave time for traffic and check-in queues.

Included meals: Breakfast

Key Tour Info

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Food & Accommodation

Where You’ll Be Staying & What You’ll Be Eating

Where You’ll Be Staying

  • Service level: Classic (Standard) hotels throughout; centrally located when possible for easy walking to plazas, markets, and cafés.
  • Rooming: Twin-share hotel rooms by default (private en suites in most properties). Solo travellers are room-matched; limited single supplements may be available on request.
  • Nights:14-day route: 13 nights in hotels (Mexico City → Playa del Carmen).22-day route: 21 nights in hotels (Puerto Vallarta → Playa del Carmen).
  • Facilities: Air-conditioning in most Yucatán properties; Wi-Fi common but can be slower in older buildings or smaller towns.
  • Access notes: Some 2-storey colonial-style hotels may not have lifts; soft luggage is easiest for stairs and tight corridors.
  • Vibe: Character stays near historic centres—morning café runs, evening strolls under string lights, and easy access to museums, markets, and street food.

What You’ll Be Eating

  • Included meals:14-day route: 13 Breakfasts.22-day route: 21 Breakfasts + 1 Lunch (tequila country day).
  • Style & rhythm:Breakfast: Hotel breakfasts to start early—eggs, breads/tortillas, fruit, coffee.Lunch & Dinner: Mostly own choice to explore regional flavours—tlayudas and moles in Oaxaca, cochinita pibil and fresh ceviche in the Yucatán, street tacos and aguas frescas in city markets.
  • Dietaries: Common requirements can usually be accommodated with advance notice; Mexico is flavour-rich but not always allergy-aware—carry preferred snacks if needs are specific.
  • Water & drinks: Purified water widely available; stay hydrated in heat and humidity. Alcohol is BYO/own expense (think local mezcal or micheladas with dinner).

This setup keeps days flexible for museum time, site visits, and swims—then resets with a comfortable hotel sleep and a solid breakfast before the next chapter.
What's Included & What's Not

✅ What’s Included

Itinerary Activities

  • Guided Teotihuacán visit (Pyramids of the Sun & Moon)
  • Palenque archaeological site guided tour
  • Chichén Itzá guided tour
  • Oaxaca: visit to an Alebrijes artisan community (G for Good) + Oaxacan cooking demonstration with tastings
  • City orientation/tours where listed (e.g., Guadalajara, San Miguel de Allende, Puebla, Mérida)
  • 22-day only: Tequila distillery tour & tasting with lunch near Tequila

Guides

  • Professional Chief Experience Officer (tour leader) throughout
  • Local specialist guides at key sites where required

Accommodation

  • Hotels throughout:14-day route: 13 nights (Mexico City → Playa del Carmen)22-day route: 21 nights (Puerto Vallarta → Playa del Carmen)

Meals

  • 14-day route: 13 Breakfasts
  • 22-day route: 21 Breakfasts + 1 Lunch (distillery day)

Transport

  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
  • Internal flight: Oaxaca → Villahermosa
  • Mix of private vehicle, taxi, walking; public A/C bus also used on the 22-day route

Equipment & Support

  • Entry fees for included sites/activities
  • On-the-ground support for optional add-ons (sign-ups, timings)

Fees & Impact

  • G for Good artisan visit in Oaxaca supports local makers
  • Practical tips for responsible travel (refills, waste-light habits)

🚫 What’s Not Included

  • International flights and airport transfers (arrival/departure)
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Visas/entry documents (including any Quintana Roo-related taxes not covered in airfare)
  • Meals and drinks not listed as included; personal drinks and alcohol (BYO/own expense)
  • Optional activities (own expense): e.g., Islas Marietas boat/snorkel, whale-watching (seasonal), hot springs/cooking class in San Miguel, Uxmal day trip, cenote swims, Tulum ruins/Cozumel snorkelling if not scheduled, gondolas/bike hire, etc.
  • Personal gear & expenses: laundry, phone/Wi-Fi charges, souvenirs, tips/gratuities (at your discretion)
  • Single supplement (only if requested and confirmed; limited availability)
Weather Expectations

Seasonal Weather Expectations

Overview
This trip spans Pacific coast, central highlands, jungle lowlands, and the Yucatán/Caribbean—expect big swings in heat, humidity, and altitude. Pack light layers you can mix-and-match.

Pacific Coast (Puerto Vallarta)

  • Nov–Apr (dry): ~20–29 °C, low rain, warm afternoons, pleasant evenings.
  • May–Oct (wet/hot): ~24–32 °C, humid; short, heavy afternoon showers and thunderstorms are common.

Central Highlands (Guadalajara, Guanajuato, San Miguel, Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca)

  • Altitude ~1,500–2,300 m = cooler nights, stronger UV.
  • Nov–Feb: ~7–22 °C; crisp mornings/evenings, mostly dry.
  • Mar–May (warmest/driest): ~10–27 °C; sunniest skies.
  • Jun–Oct (rains): ~12–25 °C; afternoon showers, streets can slick up briefly.

Chiapas Jungle (Palenque)

  • Year-round warm & humid.
  • Nov–Apr: ~21–31 °C; lower rain, misty mornings possible.
  • May–Oct: ~24–33 °C; very humid; frequent downpours, lush trails.

Yucatán & Caribbean (Mérida, Valladolid, Playa del Carmen)

  • Nov–Apr (dry/peak): ~22–30 °C; warm days, comfy nights, low rain.
  • May–Oct (hot/wet): ~25–33 °C; humid with short, heavy showers.
  • Tropical systems: Jun–Nov is hurricane season (peak Aug–Oct); operators monitor forecasts and adjust if needed.

Rain, Wind & Sun

  • Showers are typically short and intense; a light waterproof shell is enough.
  • UV is strong—especially at altitude and on water. Pack SPF 30+, hat, sunnies.
  • Coastal breezes cool evenings; jungle/urban heat lingers after dark.

Altitude & Acclimatisation (Mexico City/Puebla/Oaxaca)

  • Take day one easy in CDMX (~2,250 m). Hydrate, avoid overexertion, and expect cooler nights than the coast.

Daylight

  • Longest days: Apr–Aug; great for evening strolls.
  • Earlier twilights: Nov–Feb; perfect for plaza time and early dinners.

Ground Conditions

  • Mostly urban walking plus site visits; expect cobblestones, uneven steps at ruins, and slick pavements after rain. Comfortable closed-toe shoes are key.
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What To Pack

What to Pack

Essentials

  • Passport, required visa/entry docs (eTA-style if applicable), and travel insurance details (printed + digital).
  • Daypack (20–25 L) with hip belt; refillable bottles (2 L total) or hydration bladder.
  • Lightweight money belt/pouch; small CAD/USD/MXN cash + cards.
  • Personal meds + first-aid (blister care, pain relief, rehydration salts, antihistamine).
  • Power bank (10–20k mAh), head torch, and universal adapter (Type A/B, 110–120 V).

Clothing — Layering for Heat & Altitude

  • Breathable tees (2–4) and quick-dry long sleeve for sun/bugs.
  • Light trousers and shorts; one smart-casual outfit for evenings.
  • Mid-layer (thin fleece/light puffer) for highland nights.
  • Packable waterproof shell (hooded) for tropical showers.
  • Light scarf/neck gaiter (sun, buses, breezy plazas).

Footwear

  • Comfortable walking shoes or trainers with grip (cobblestones + ruin steps).
  • Sandals/flip-flops for beaches and hotel showers.
  • Merino/synthetic socks (quick-dry).

Sun & Insect

  • Wide-brim hat/cap, UV-rated sunglasses, SPF 30+ sunscreen + SPF lip balm.
  • Insect repellent (picaridin/DEET), after-bite/soothing cream.

Swim & Water

  • Swimwear (+ spare), microfibre towel, light rash vest (cenotes/reef).
  • Dry bag or zip sacks for wet kit/electronics on boats.
  • Reef-safe sunscreen for snorkelling days.

Health & Comfort

  • Hand sanitiser, tissues, biodegradable wipes.
  • Electrolyte tablets (heat + travel days).
  • Motion sickness tabs (boats/buses), earplugs & eye mask.

Documents & Admin

  • Copies of passport, insurance, cards stored separately (paper + cloud).
  • Emergency contacts and allergy info card (Spanish translation helps).

Tech & Extras

  • Phone/camera with offline maps; spare memory cards.
  • Universal adapter + short extension/multiplug if you carry devices.
  • Reusable cutlery/mug (street food, hotel coffee).

Nice-to-Haves

  • Lightweight scarf/sarong (temples, sun cover, bus naps).
  • Snorkel mask if you prefer your own.
  • Small binoculars (wildlife/long views).
  • Notebook/pen for mercado finds and mezcal labels.

Leave at Home

  • Heavy boots, bulky jackets, and hard-shell luggage (stairs/no lifts in some hotels). Pack light, soft, and quick-dry—you’ll thank yourself on warm afternoons and stairy colonial hotels.
Local Insights

Local Insights

  • Altitude first, tacos second: Mexico City (~2,250 m) can sneak up on you. Walk, hydrate, and keep night one mellow before big museum days or markets.
  • Ruin etiquette: At Teotihuacán, Palenque, Chichén Itzá, stick to signed paths, no touching carvings, and drones are typically not allowed. Early or late visits mean softer light and fewer crowds.
  • Cenote smarts: Shower before swimming (sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and perfume damage delicate ecosystems). Use reef-safe sunscreen, enter slowly, and respect lifejackets where required.
  • Street food like a pro: Look for busy stalls with fast turnover; pick what’s hot off the grill; add chilli in small steps. Carry hand sanitiser and a reusable fork/spoon.
  • Cash flow: Cards work in cities; cash rules at markets, small eateries, and some site entrances. ATMs inside banks are safer; keep small notes for tips and colectivos.
  • Taxis & rides: In big cities, use app cars or official taxi ranks; avoid random street hails at night. Confirm prices before hopping in non-metered cabs in smaller towns.
  • Market manners: A friendly “¿Cuánto cuesta?” opens the door; haggle with a smile, not a stance. If you break it, you’ve bought it—keep bags and elbows close in tight aisles.
  • Mezcal 101: It’s sipped, not shot. Ask about the agave varietal and the maker; smoky isn’t the only flavour. Water between pours keeps the next morning friendly.
  • Safety basics: Keep phones tucked on crowded transport; wear backpacks in front in markets; use hotel safes for passports. Follow CEO guidance if a protest or parade re-routes traffic.
  • Respect first peoples & artisans: Many craft villages and sacred sites ask for no-flash photos or a small fee. If you photograph people, ask permission and consider buying something.
  • Sun, then storm: Yucatán heat is real; pace walks in the middle of the day. In wet season, showers are short and sharp—carry a light shell and let pavements dry before speeding up.
  • Plaza rhythm: Evenings are social—families stroll, musicians play, vendors set up. It’s the best window onto local life; keep small coins for snacks and buskers.
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CO₂ Footprint

Results Summary (Topline)

  • Feeder hub: Los Angeles (LAX) → single official hub for this tour
  • Per guest (22-day coast-to-coast): ~2.7 tCO₂e
  • Per guest (14-day segment): ~2.6 tCO₂e
  • Per tour (assumed 16 guests) – 22-day: ~43 tCO₂e
  • Per tour (assumed 16 guests) – 14-day: ~42 tCO₂e
  • Counter-impact applied: 200% (we target ~5.4 tCO₂e for 22-day and ~5.2 tCO₂e for 14-day, per guest)
  • Method note: High-estimate, DEFRA-aligned factors with Well-to-Tank, RF = 1.9 for aviation; scope includes single-hub guest travel, on-tour transport, accommodation, all meals (included and off-tour), plus one small-boat/snorkel day; +10% uncertainty uplift.

Purpose

Give travellers a conservative, apples-to-apples view of trip impact and the 200% counter-impact we apply.

Tour Header

  • Tour: Colonial Streets to Coral Seas | 14 or 22-Day Mexican Mayan Adventure
  • Routes: 22-day: Puerto Vallarta → Playa del Carmen • 14-day: Mexico City → Playa del Carmen
  • Style: Small-group, Classic (Standard) hotels throughout

Scope & Boundaries

  • Guest travel to/from tour: LAX → Start (PVR for 22-day; MEX for 14-day) and End (CUN) → LAX for return.
  • On-tour transport: Private vehicle/taxi, public A/C bus (22-day), one internal flight OAX → Villahermosa, local transfers.
  • Accommodation: Standard hotels (private en suites in most properties).
  • Meals: All meals counted (included + off-tour) using a conservative per-meal factor.
  • Activities: One small-boat/snorkel day per guest (conservative, even if optional).
  • Excluded: Shopping, unusual add-ons outside the published plan.

Feeder Hub (single origin)

  • Los Angeles (LAX) chosen as the single official hub for this Mexico itinerary to standardise reporting.

Emission Factors & Conservative Defaults

  • Aviation (economy, short/medium-haul): ~0.30 kgCO₂e/pax-km (includes RF 1.9 + WTT).
  • Road (mini-coach / mixed vehicles): ~0.09 kgCO₂e/pax-km.
  • Accommodation: Hotels ~10 kgCO₂e/night.
  • Meals: ~2.5 kgCO₂e per meal (production + prep).
  • Small boat/snorkel day: ~0.05 tCO₂e per guest.

Activity Data (applied)

22-day (PVR → PDC):

  • Aviation distance: LAX → PVR (~1,960 km) + OAX → VSA (~710 km) + CUN → LAX (~3,400 km) ≈ 6,070 km
  • Road (tour total): ~2,400 km
  • Nights: 21 hotel nights
  • Meals counted: 22 × 3 = 66
  • Boat day: 1

14-day (MEX → PDC):

  • Aviation distance: LAX → MEX (~2,500 km) + OAX → VSA (~710 km) + CUN → LAX (~3,400 km) ≈ 6,610 km
  • Road (tour total): ~1,600 km
  • Nights: 13 hotel nights
  • Meals counted: 14 × 3 = 42
  • Boat day: 1 (conservative allowance for a reef/cenote/snorkel day)

Results — Per Guest (rounded)

22-day

  • Aviation (≈6,070 km): ~1.82 tCO₂e
  • Road (≈2,400 km): ~0.22 tCO₂e
  • Accommodation (21 nights): ~0.21 tCO₂e
  • Meals (≈66): ~0.17 tCO₂e
  • Boat day: ~0.05 tCO₂e
  • Subtotal: ~2.47 tCO₂e → +10% uplift = ~2.7 tCO₂e

14-day

  • Aviation (≈6,610 km): ~1.98 tCO₂e
  • Road (≈1,600 km): ~0.14 tCO₂e
  • Accommodation (13 nights): ~0.13 tCO₂e
  • Meals (≈42): ~0.11 tCO₂e
  • Boat day: ~0.05 tCO₂e
  • Subtotal: ~2.41 tCO₂e → +10% uplift = ~2.6 tCO₂e

Results — Per Tour (assumed 16 guests)

  • 22-day total: ~43 tCO₂e
  • 14-day total: ~42 tCO₂e

Assumptions

  • LAX hub fixed for consistency across Mexico departures.
  • Road factor set conservatively for smaller vehicles and varied terrain.
  • Meals fully counted (not just inclusions) to reflect real-world behaviour.
  • One small-boat/snorkel day assumed per guest (even if some opt out).
  • +10% uplift cushions itinerary variability (traffic, idling, weather detours).

Versioning

  • Method: Zero Trace Standard v1.9 (DEFRA-aligned; WTT; RF 1.9).
  • Date: 28 September 2025 (AU/Perth).
  • Preparer: Zero Trace (marketplace methodology; not the operator).
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Tour FAQ's
How fit do I need to be?

These are Light (2/5) trips with city walks, site visits, and a few stairs at ruins. Optional longer days are… optional.
What kind of accommodation is used?

Hotels throughout (Standard). Twin-share as default with private en suites in most stays. A single supplement is sometimes available—request at booking (limited).
What meals are included—and can you handle dietary needs?

Breakfast daily (13 on the 14-day; 21 Breakfasts + 1 Lunch on the 22-day). Other meals are your choice—great for trying regional food. Most dietaries can be accommodated with advance notice; bring preferred snacks if very specific.
How big is the group, and who leads it?

Small group, max ~16 (avg ~12), led by a professional Chief Experience Officer. Local specialists join at major sites.
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What’s the difference between the 14-day and 22-day versions?

The 14-day runs Mexico City → Playa del Carmen. The 22-day adds a Pacific coast segment (Puerto Vallarta → Guadalajara → Bajío) before joining the same route in Mexico City.

How does transport work—any flights?

Mix of private vehicle, taxi, and walking; the 22-day also uses public A/C buses on some legs. There’s one internal flight (Oaxaca → Villahermosa) on both versions; standard economy baggage limits apply.

How much luggage can I bring?

Pack light and soft: one main bag/duffel plus a daypack. Some colonial hotels don’t have lifts; stairs are common.

Are optional activities available (cenotes, Uxmal, Islas Marietas, etc.)?

Yes—plenty, and they’re own expense unless listed as included. Your CEO will outline timing, availability and prices on tour (seasonal/weather-dependent).

Is there Wi-Fi and phone signal?

Common in hotels and cities; can be slower or patchy in smaller towns and older buildings. Expect decent mobile data in urban areas.

What about heat, altitude, and hurricane season?

Mexico City/Oaxaca/Puebla sit at altitude—take day one easy and hydrate. Yucatán is hot/humid year-round; carry water and sun protection. Hurricane season runs June–November in the Caribbean; itineraries may adjust for safety.

Do I need visas or to pay local taxes?

Visa needs vary by passport—check before booking. An entry/exit tax in Quintana Roo may apply (often included in airfare; confirm with your airline).

Is travel insurance required?

Strongly recommended. Ensure it covers medical care, trip interruption, and any activities you plan to do.

How do I book and confirm?

Choose your departure date, pay the deposit, and provide traveller details (full names, DOBs, dietaries). Final documents including meeting point and flight guidance follow after confirmation.

What’s not included that I should budget for?

International flights, airport transfers, optional activities, meals/drinks not listed, personal gear, laundry, souvenirs, and tips/gratuities (at your discretion).
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