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Aztec Pyramids, Taxco, Acapulco, Playa Azul, Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, Guanajuato, Mexico City.
World renowned beaches and Aztec ruins highlight this 15 day tour that blends past and present. This journey will bring you through the real Mexico, providing an exciting mix of all the best Mexican culture, cuisine and history!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Group Size: pyramids of the Sun and Moon. Max 15, Avg 10 Group Leader:
G.A.P leader throughout, local guides while visiting archaeological sites. Accommodation:
Simple hotels (some nights may be multi-share) (13 nts), night bus (1 nt). Transport:
Public bus, van. Meals Included:
No meals included.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Acapulco snorkelling/boat tour
Tequila Distillery Tour
Guided Teotihuacán Tour
Pyramids of the Sun and Moon
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive Mexico City: Arrive in Mexico City at any time.
Day 2 Taxco: Wander through the streets of this historic, hillside town. Taxco is perhaps the best preserved Spanish colonial city in Mexico.
Day 3-4 Acapulco: Continue to the legendary beach resort of Acapulco. Hop on a local waterfront bus and explore the many hidden coves searching for your favourite beach.
Day 5 Playa Azul / Night bus: Travel to Playa Azul to take a swim in the ocean, savour fresh seafood and relax in a hammock before boarding your night bus to Puerto Vallarta.
Day 6-7 Puerto Vallarta: Travel up the coast, passing countless uninhabited beaches as well as mango, coconut, and papaya plantations. Puerto Vallarta boasts a charming atmosphere, seaside promenade and golden sand beaches. Just relax, go snorkelling, scuba diving, windsurfing or whale watching.
Day 8-9 Guadalajara: A pure "Mexican" city, Guadalajara is the birthplace of mariachi music, tequila and sombreros. The city is filled with museums, historical buildings and plenty of nightlife. Stroll through town, visit the cathedral, plazas and theatres or take a distillery tour in nearby Tequila.
Day 10-11 Guanajuato: On to Guanajuato, which was home to 40% of the world's silver mines for nearly two centuries. It is now an opulent Spanish colonial city and stands as a living monument to a prosperous and turbulent past.
Day 12 San Miguel de Allende: San Miguel de Allende is a charming colonial town filled with artists and galleries, with some of the best handicrafts and folk art shopping in Mexico.
Day 13-14 Mexico City: This multi-layered megatropolis is home to an endless list of cultural wonders, the best anthropology museum for Mexican archaeology, the largest plaza (the Zócalo), the Zona Rosa, Aztec historical sites and a vibrant street life. Visit the Teotihuacán ruins, site of the awesome Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.
Day 15 Depart Mexico City
B - breakfast L - lunch D - dinner
DEPARTURE DATES
Starts
Ends
13 April 2008
27 April 2008
04 May 2008
18 May 2008
08 June 2008
22 June 2008
22 June 2008
06 July 2008
13 July 2008
27 July 2008
27 July 2008
10 August 2008
17 August 2008
31 August 2008
31 August 2008
14 September 2008
21 September 2008
05 October 2008
05 October 2008
19 October 2008
26 October 2008
09 November 2008
09 November 2008
23 November 2008
30 November 2008
14 December 2008
14 December 2008
28 December 2008
TRAVEL STYLE
Original adventures attract travellers seeking the authentic and unique experience only available on our small group adventures. Variety is the key on Original adventures. We epitomize the spirit of off the beaten track travel by making use of varied and interesting transportation and accommodation. These tours are the essence of the G.A.P Adventures grassroots travel philosophy.
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Original adventures attract travellers seeking the authentic and unique experience only available on our small group adventures. Variety is the key on Original adventures. We epitomize the spirit of off the beaten track travel by making use of varied and interesting transportation and accommodation. These tours are the essence of the G.A.P Adventures grassroots travel philosophy.