2 Weeks in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Highlights of Mexico: Mexico City to Tulum

Experience the best of Mexico on this two-week this two-week itinerary featuring the ancient Aztec and Mayan ruins of the Yucatán Peninsula, sightseeing in Mexico City, and snorkeling in the turquoise waters of the Riviera Maya. 

Your trip begins in the capital with a guided walking tour of the historic center and a visit to the National Museum of Anthropology. Side-trip to the pyramids of Teotihuacán and the Basilica of Guadalupe before spending a day exploring the canals of Xochimilco and touring Frida Kahlo’s house. Then catch a flight to Cancún. Explore Chichén Itzá, then go for a refreshing dip in Yokdzonot Cenote.

On the second week of the trip, head into the jungle to visit the Yucatec-Maya archaeological site of Ek' Balam, followed by a stop at X'Canche Cenote. On day nine, explore Uxmal and Kabah archaeological sites. Drive to Mérida, where you'll take a walking tour and spend a night before continuing on to the last stop of the trip: Tulum, where archaeological ruins are positioned on a cliff above the sea. Snorkel in the Gran Cenote and relax on the sand—it's the perfect way to end this two-week Mexican adventure. Learn more

Itinerary #2: Ultimate Culture Tour: Oaxaca, San Miguel de Allende, & More

This exciting Mexican road trip takes you to a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, featuring stops in Mexico City and the Pacific and Caribbean coasts—perfect for culture enthusiasts who want to see a lot on a single itinerary.

The trip begins in Mexico City, but you'll quickly make the transfer to Querétaro, a city known for its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture. From there, you'll continue onto the UNESCO-listed Franciscan missions in the Sierra Gorda of Queretaro, then overnight in San Miguel Allende. Make a stop at the 'The Sistine Chapel of America' in Atotonilco on your way to Zacatecas, a city founded in 1546 after the discovery of a large silver lode. Take a break in Tequila to learn how Mexico's most famous spirit is made, then continue on to Morelia and the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve.

Midway through the trip, return to Mexico City for a full day of sightseeing. Then continue on to the Costa Esmeralda for some relaxing time on the beach, making a stop at Veracruz to see the pre-Hispanic city of Tajin along the way. Pass through Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Valley, offering the richest biodiversity in North America, en route to Oaxaca City. Explore the beautiful historic city center and check out its world-renowned cuisine. Visit Monte Albán's archaeological site and tour Puebla before returning to Mexico City, where the trip ends. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Chiapas & the Riviera Maya 

Discover the diverse state of Chiapas, with its amazing waterfalls and archaeological sites—and the Riviera Maya, with coastal landscape ideal for outdoor adventures—on this family-oriented this family-oriented itinerary.

This adventure is neatly divided into two parts. The first week happens in Chiapas: you'll start with a boat ride along the breathtaking Sumidero Canyon, spotting spider monkeys and waterfalls. Continue on to El Chiflón waterfalls, the tallest in Chiapas. Visit a pair of indigenous villages in the highlands before seeing Agua Azul waterfalls and the towering Misol-Há waterfall. Wander the streets of colorful San Cristobal de las Casas and tour the impressive Palenque archaeological site to wrap up the week.

On the second part of the trip, pick up a rental car—you'll be providing your own transportation for the rest of the itinerary. Drive to Chichén Itzá, then visit the Yucatec-Maya archaeological site of Ek' Balam and go for a swim in X'Canché Cenote. Move onto Tulum to see the ruins on a cliff over the Caribbean Sea. Tour Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve before continuing to Punta Laguna for a boat ride and guided hike. You'll finish up the trip with a few days to relax on Isla Holbox (Holbox Island) before heading to Cancún to catch your flight out. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Family Adventure in Mexico 

Bring the whole family along for this two-week this two-week trip around Mexico, featuring outdoor fun in San Miguel de Allende, swimming with dolphins in Puerto Vallarta, and tacos and sweets in Mexico City. 

Kick off the trip in Mexico City, where you'll spend the first several days of the trip sightseeing, going on a bike tour, floating down the canals of Xochimilco on a traditional boat, and visiting Frida Kahlo's onetime home and studio at Coyoacán. You'll leave town, too, to visit the pyramids of Teotihuacán, returning to the city in the evening to enjoy the cutting-edge dining and nightlife scene. On day six, fly to San Miguel de Allende, where the second part of the trip begins.

Go horseback riding in the canyon outside San Miguel de Allende, and visit a ranch in the region to learn how to make homemade tortillas. On day eight, you'll move on to Puerto Vallarta. You'll base yourself here for the rest of the trip, day-tripping to the Marietas Islands on a boating adventure, catching a cultural show featuring traditional music and dance under the stars, and a special excursion that takes you to swim with dolphins in their natural habitat—the ocean. Kick back on the beach for the last day of the trip before it's time to catch your flight home. Learn more

Itinerary #5: Flavors and Aromas of Mexico

Eat your way around Mexico on this appetizing two-week trip that takes you to taco shops in Mexico City, cooking classes in Oaxaca, and food-focused walking tours in Puebla.

Start with an empty stomach in Mexico City. Grab some tacos on your way to the National Anthropology Museum, then go on a food-focused tour of the city that takes you to marketplaces and hole-in-the-wall restaurants. Enjoy traditional snacks while floating down the Xochimilco canals on a traditional boat. Visit Frida Kahlo's house in Coyoacán before wrapping up the Mexico City portion of the trip and moving onto nearby Puebla for a walking tour and cooking class. On day six, you'll go on a dedicated antojitos (snacks) tour of the city.

The second week of the trip takes you to Oaxaca, one of Mexico's foodie capitals. Take a food tour of the city's bustling marketplaces and food shops, then side-trip to the nearby countryside to see a 2,000-year-old tree and visit picturesque Hierve el Agua. After a cooking class with a local chef, you'll venture to the Northern Highlands of Oaxaca. Take a jam-making workshop in a local community, Latuvi, and visit a farm in Benito Juarez to learn about the production of local specialties. You'll have one last day to sip coffee, eat chocolate, and feast on mole in Oaxaca before you head home. Learn more

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