Itinerary
- Day 1
Puerto Vallarta
You'll arrive in Puerto Vallarta and spend your first day unwinding by the pool and spa. If you're up for something more active, there's an optional zipline adventure available. Come evening, you'll head to a beachfront restaurant where the water views and lights make for a nice dinner setting.
- Meals
- Dinner (Beachfront dinner with water and twinkling lights)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta (or similar))
Included Activities
- Beachfront dinner
Optional Activities
- Zipline adventure
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Vallarta - Day 2
Puerto Vallarta
The day is yours to plan. You can try surfing, take an optional sailing trip out to remote beaches, or just do your own thing around town. By evening, catch the Pirate show for some live entertainment. Puerto Vallarta's got plenty going on if you want to find it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta (or similar))
Included Activities
- Pirate show
Optional Activities
- Surfing
- Day trip to remote beaches on sailing trip
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Vallarta - Day 3
Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara
You'll leave the beach and head inland to Guadalajara. After arriving, you'll visit a real tequila distillery to see how it's made and taste a few samples. Later, wander through the city's old and new architecture, check out the four main squares and the cathedral. Once night falls, you'll catch some live Mariachi bands and explore the nightlife scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel de Mendoza Guadalajara (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit tequila distillery with tasting
- Guided tour of Guadalajara's main squares and cathedral
Optional Activities
- Watch live Mariachi band performance
- Evening nightlife exploration
Landmarks/POIs Guadalajara Cathedral Guadalajara - Day 4
Guadalajara to Guanajuato
Travel takes you from Guadalajara to Guanajuato, a UNESCO World Heritage site with serious colonial charm and a silver mining history. You'll learn how mining shaped this place, visit the famous Mummies, walk through the Alley of Kisses (complete with its romantic legend), and see Hidalgo Market, which Gustave Eiffel designed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Gran Plaza Guanajuato (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to the Mummies
- Visit to Alley of Kisses
- Visit to Hidalgo Market
Landmarks/POIs Guanajuato Alley of Kisses Hidalgo Market - Day 5
San Miguel de Allende
Next, you're heading to San Miguel de Allende to walk through colorful plazas and check out the baroque architecture. You'll browse local artisan shops and see the iconic Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel. From there, you continue on to Mexico City, arriving at one of the oldest and largest capitals in Central America at 2,200m elevation surrounded by mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Royal Reforma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit San Miguel de Allende - UNESCO World Heritage City
- Visit to Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel
Optional Activities
- Explore local artisan shops in San Miguel de Allende
- Stroll through charming plazas
Landmarks/POIs San Miguel de Allende Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel Mexico City - Day 6
Mexico City
This day focuses on Mexico City's art and culture, starting with the legacies of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Head to a local market to taste authentic Mexican food and get a real sense of how locals eat. Spend some time shopping in Coyoacan, and later grab dinner with enchiladas, tamales, and tacos. If you're in the mood, catch some evening entertainment around the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Enchiladas, tamales and tacos)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Royal Reforma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Local market food tasting
- Dinner in Mexico City - enchiladas, tamales, and tacos
Optional Activities
- Visit Frida Kahlo Museum
- Visit Diego Rivera sites
- Shopping in Coyoacan
- Evening entertainment and nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Coyoacan - Day 7
Mexico City to Teotihuacan
You're heading to Teotihuacan early to explore the ancient pyramids and Aztec temples with a local guide who'll explain the history and significance. You'll walk the Avenue of the Dead, see the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, and look at well-preserved murals and temples throughout the site. Back in Mexico City by evening to process all that history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Royal Reforma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Teotihuacan
- Walk along the Avenue of the Dead
- View Pyramids of the Sun and Moon
- Explore murals and temples at Teotihuacan
Landmarks/POIs Teotihuacan Pyramid of the Sun Pyramid of the Moon Avenue of the Dead - Day 8
Mexico City to Cancun
You'll travel from Mexico City to Cancun, Mexico's high-energy resort hub. After settling in, consider heading to Mercado 28 for dinner, a busy local market serving genuine Mexican food rather than tourist versions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Margarita and dinner with the group. Gaze at the golden skies and bask in mellow vibes.)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar))
Included Activities
- Dinner with the group - Margarita and Mexican food
- Sunset viewing
Optional Activities
- Visit Mercado 28 for authentic Mexican food
Landmarks/POIs Cancun Mercado 28 - Day 9
Cancun to Chichen Itza
Even though you just arrived, you're heading out today to Chichen Itza, the most famous Mayan ruins around. A local guide will walk you through the Mayan calendar, how the sun aligns with the structures, and connections to other ruins across Mexico. After exploring, you'll jump into a cenote to cool off and escape the heat. You'll be back in Cancun by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Chichen Itza
- Cenote swimming
Landmarks/POIs Chichen Itza Cenote - Day 10
Cancun
Today is completely free in Cancun. Beyond the party reputation, there's soft sand, clear water, and casual taco spots to explore. Your Trip Manager knows this area well and can point you toward the best evening spots if you want recommendations.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Beach time
- Swimming
- Dining at local taco joints
- Evening entertainment
Landmarks/POIs Cancun - Day 11
Cancun to Playa del Carmen
You're traveling from Cancun south to Playa del Carmen. Once there, walk through Paseo del Carmen if you want to shop a bit. The beaches here are nice, and there are plenty of seaside bars and restaurants serving up cocktails and local dishes if you get hungry later.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wyndham Garden Playa del Carmen (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Shopping at Paseo del Carmen
- Dining at seaside bars and restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Playa del Carmen Paseo del Carmen - Day 12
Belize
From Playa del Carmen, you're heading to Caye Caulker, a tropical Caribbean island in Belize. Spend the evening soaking up the last of the daylight, trying fresh seafood, and listening to some reggae music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Fresh seafood dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tropical Paradise Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Fresh seafood dinner
- Reggae music and entertainment
Landmarks/POIs Caye Caulker - Day 13
Caye Caulker
Start with a solid breakfast because today you're free to do whatever appeals to you. The Barrier Reef is nearby and perfect for snorkeling if that's your thing. Back on the island, explore palm-lined sandy streets with cafes and bars featuring colorful hammocks and a really laid-back feel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tropical Paradise Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling at Belize Barrier Reef
- Explore beaches and laid-back cafes and bars
Landmarks/POIs Belize Barrier Reef Caye Caulker - Day 14
Caye Caulker
Another full free day on the island. Spend more time in the water, relax on the beach, snorkel, take a siesta, or just sit with a drink and watch the golden sunset over the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tropical Paradise Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling
- Relaxation and siesta
- Sunset viewing
Landmarks/POIs Caye Caulker - Day 15
Caye Caulker to Belize City to Guatemala (Peten)
Water taxis take you back to the mainland, dropping you in Belize City. You'll get a quick tour of the city, then cross into Guatemala. From there, travel overland through Guatemala's Peten forests to your hotel, where you'll settle in for the night surrounded by natural sounds.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Tikal Inn (or similar))
Included Activities
- Water taxi transfer to Belize City
- Guided tour of Belize City
Landmarks/POIs Belize City Peten - Day 16
Peten to Antigua Guatemala
You'll wake early to watch the sunrise over Templo IV, one of the Mayan ruins. After a guided tour of Tikal's crumbling temples, you'll head to Flores for lunch and some shopping. Later, you fly to Guatemala City and then to Antigua, a colonial town nestled between two large volcanoes. You'll notice colorful rooftop gardens mixed with old buildings and still-used horse-drawn carriages around town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Las Farolas)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing at Templo IV
- Guided tour of Tikal ruins
- Travel to Flores island - lunch and shopping
- Internal flights to Guatemala City and Antigua
Landmarks/POIs Tikal Templo IV Flores Antigua - Day 17
Antigua Guatemala
Start with a guided tour of Antigua's architecture, small squares, and fountains. This afternoon, you choose your adventure. You can hike up Pacaya Volcano with a local guide for something more active, or try a hands-on chocolate workshop where you learn the full process and take home what you make. For dinner, you'll have Guatemalan specialties like chiles rellenos.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Chiles rellenos and other Guatemalan delights)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Las Farolas)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Antigua - architecture, squares and fountains
- Dinner - chiles rellenos and Guatemalan cuisine
Optional Activities
- Pacaya Volcano guided hike
- Chocolate making workshop
Landmarks/POIs Antigua Pacaya Volcano - Day 18
Antigua Guatemala to Home
Your final morning starts with one last breakfast together. After saying goodbye and exchanging contact info, you're heading home with memories and plans already forming for the next group trip, this time to Asia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast with the group
