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Tour through the heart of Mexico<\/h2>\n

This 16-day tour with private driver takes you into the heart of Mexico, with its eternally snow-capped volcanic peaks and imposing temple complexes. Stroll through well-preserved, charming colonial towns and explore local markets and learn to cook a real Mole. This trip is dominated by active elements such as several bike tours, as well as free days and a multi-day stay in the lively coastal town of Puerto Escondido. Here you can fill the days as you wish with beach, sea activities, delicious food and vibrant nightlife. <\/p>\n

Culinary Mexico<\/h3>\n

Be the first to learn about Mexico’s amazing culinary traditions on an evening tour of Mexico City’s gastronomic delights by sampling three of its most famous exports: tacos, mezcal and beer. In Puebla, get a private cooking lesson from a chef, with whom you will go to the local market to sample local produce, then learn to prepare unique regional dishes. Oaxaca offers a very pleasant atmosphere with lots of music and art, many colorful markets and charming colonial architecture. And probably the best gastronomy in Mexico. On a bike ride to woodcarving village of Arrazola, the ancient monastery near Cuilapam, stop at Zaachila, a Zapotec village known for its ancient traditions and delicious natural fruitij s <\/em>nieve , <\/em>Where the world can’t find you…<\/em><\/p>\n

Tips & Tops Active and Culinary Mexico:<\/h4>\n
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  • In Mexico City, visit some of the top museums, such as the Frida Kahlo Museum<\/strong> and the Museum of Anthropology<\/li>\n
  • Take a bike and walking tour of Mexico City<\/strong>‘s many highlights with a private guide<\/li>\n
  • At Teotihuacan<\/strong>, you can optionally watch the sunrise over the world-famous temple complex and surrounding valley from a private hot air balloon<\/li>\n
  • Visit Cholula, believed by some to be the oldest inhabited city in America, home to the largest pyramid in the world<\/li>\n
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage city center of Puebla<\/strong> and visit the main square of the Zocalo, the Puebla Cathedral, the Rosary Chapel and the fortresses Loreto and Guadalupe<\/li>\n
  • At the ancient temple town of Mitla<\/strong>, you can walk among the ancient ruins and get an idea of the rich history of this center of Zapotan culture<\/li>\n
  • Dance or music performances regularly take place at the Zocala of Oaxaca<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • You will travel to the coast along a beautiful route through the mountains past coffee and banana plantations<\/li>\n
  • You will visit Mazunte, the turtle research center<\/li>\n
  • At Puerto Escondido<\/strong>, located on the Pacific Ocean, there are excellent surfing opportunities<\/li>\n
  • Optional rafting on the Copalita River, hiking to amazing jungle waterfalls and secluded beaches<\/li>\n
  • Meet the indigenous people in the fishing village of Barra de la Cruz<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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