The Best Trips and Tours in Mexico

Let’s start with our attempt to capture all of the above. This eight-day tour is a real crowd pleaser, with something for everyone. Culture vultures and city breakers will fall head over heels with Mexico City, as we explore its vibrant markets and trendy neighbourhoods, with visits to Frida Kahlo’s house and the floating Aztec gardens of Xochimilco included. History buffs can marvel at the ancient ruins of Teotihuacan, dating back 2,000 years but still standing strong, while those with an eye for aesthetic will adore the colourful colonial architecture and trademark ceramics of Puebla. Nature lovers can explore the countless cacti of Zapotitlan Salinas, while tipsy travellers can tickle their fancy with a mezcal tasting in Oaxaca. Beach loungers and water babies will have to wait until the end of our trip, when we eventually hit the coast at Puerto Escondido, where a luxurious beach resort awaits. Oh, and foodie’s need not fear, you’ll be catered for as we visit multiple culinary institutions in the capital, gorge on mole Poblano in Puebla and learn how to make tortilla and a number of classic Mexican dishes in Oaxaca.

If you want to hone in on something more specific, then how about this deep-dive into the cultural heartlands of Mexico? This eight-day adventure aims to take you on a journey through the nation’s past and present, visiting a series of picturesque cities in Central Mexico to explore key historical moments, understand the cornerstones of Mexican culture and, of course, get a taste for authentic local cuisine. We start in Mexico City with a fairly similar three-day itinerary, which includes the charming cobblestone streets of Coyoacan and the pulsating Mercado San Juan. You’ll dive into ancient Mexico with a visit to the Toltec capital of Tula, as well as Teotihuacán, en route to the gorgeous city of Querétaro, where Mexico’s current constitution was passed. In nearby San Miguel de Allende you’ll take an expert cooking class, learn about the thriving local art scene and have the opportunity to buy some goodies from the local artisan market. Guanajuato, with its pretty facades and old town houses, is our final stop, but there are a couple of detours on the way. First is Dolores Hidalgo, the cradle of Mexican independence, where you’ll learn about the Cry of Dolores at the Museo de la Independencia Nacional. The second is Cuna de Tierra winery, where you’ll be treated to a sumptuous wine tasting session – the perfect place to reflect on your newfound understanding of Mexico as a place and as a people.