Mexico City Stopover

Intrepid Travel · 3 days
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
Mexico City Stopover
3 Days
From AUD $1455
Trip Type
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(5 reviews)

Mexico City Stopover

Mexico City Stopover

Intrepid Travel · 3 days
Duration

3 days

Tour Type

Accommodations

Moderate

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Navigate your way through Mexico’s enormous and vibrant capital on this jam-packed Short Break Adventure. Set out on a city tour and learn the history surrounding the sights of one of the biggest cities in the Americas.

Highlights

  • Bring 700 years of history back to life as your expert local guide shares history and hotspots from around Mexico City – one of the biggest cities in the Americas!
  • Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral – the biggest cathedral on the continent. Then, see one of Diego Rivera's (the lover of Frida Kahlo) most famous murals at Museo Mural.
  • Head out of Mexico City to learn about Teotihuacan culture, from pre-Hispanic pyramids to modern handicrafts.
  • Explore local towns and visit two independent, family-run businesses where you can pick up authentic, locally made (or grown) souvenirs such as tequila, candy and cacti.
  • Feast on a delicious dinner in a Mexican family home, with food sourced straight from organic farms and cooked with local flavours (and a whole-lotta-love)!

Trip Details

Duration

3 days

Transportation

Public bus,Metro

Tour Type

Guide Language

English

Starts

Mexico City, Mexico

Finishes

Mexico City, Mexico

Accommodations

Moderate

Travel Style

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Mexico City
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Mexico City. Check into your hotel this morning, where a welcome pack will be waiting for you. This will include all the information you need for your Short Break Adventure. If you have free time today, why not venture into the streets and check out this incredible city where modern meets ancient. Although crowded and smoggy, D.F. (Distrito Federal) offers a great variety of impressive museums, galleries and architecture, along with exciting night life and delicious street food. Why not head to the Zocalo – the city's huge central square – to see Aztec ruins and architecture or relax in one of the many parks, plazas and gardens.

Optional Activities:

  • Mexico City - Frida Kahlo Museum (entrance fee) (320 MXN)
  • Mexico City - National Museum of Anthropology (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays) (100 MXN)
2
Day 2: Mexico City
Pick up the rest of your travel mates today and head out of town by public transport, experiencing how locals move about this crowded city. Hop off at the archaeological area of the Teotihuacan pyramids and explore the grounds. Visit the Moon Pyramid, the Calzada de los Muertos (Dead Pass), and the 63-m-high Sun Pyramid – the tallest and most spectacular in the area. Next, head to a nearby village and stop by a family-run business where you’ll learn about obsidian – the material that the Teotihuacan people use to make their tools, idols and decorations. You’ll also get to sip pulque (an ancient sacred drink), considered by some as the great-grandfather of tequila! After working up an appetite, be welcomed into a family home for a memorable lunch where you’ll be served authentic dishes bursting with local flavours and plenty of Mexican hospitality. After lunch, head back to Mexico City.

Included Activities:

  • Hidden Teotihuacan & Lunch with the locals

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Mexico City
Have breakfast this morning, then take some time to refresh and pack before checking out of your hotel. You can leave your luggage here this morning. Your guide will pick you up from the hotel at 10 am for a journey of exploration through Mexico’s capital. Let your expert guide bring 700 years of history back to life as you uncover little-known facts and hidden hotspots, from Aztecs to art, in one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Head into the heart of Mexico City – the Plaza de la Constitucion – and hear about the remains of an ancient city located under the modern metropolis. Visit iconic sites like the Templo Mayor and the Metropolitan Cathedral – the biggest cathedral on the continent – and see one of Diego Rivera's most famous murals at Museo Mural. Head to the fresh food stalls at Mercado San Juan and shop for snacks and souvenirs. Wander through the Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes), then head back to your hotel, where your trip will come to an end.

Included Activities:

  • Mexico City Tour - Urban Adventures

Optional Activities:

  • Mexico City - Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) (entrance fee) (Closed Mondays) (95 MXN)
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $1,455
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 3 days

Trip Type:

Activity Level: Light

Navigate your way through Mexico’s enormous and vibrant capital on this jam-packed Short Break Adventure. Set out on a city tour and learn the history surrounding the sights of one of the biggest cities in the Americas.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 25 Sep 2025

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.0
Linda
Traveled, July 2023

07/22/2023

My niece and I made last minute plans for a very short window of time that we had before she heads back to her job as a High School Spanish teacher. We found the Four-Day Stopover on Intrepid's website and it fit the bill: our timeframe, in a Spanish speaking country, with very informative history tours. Intredid made arrangements for extending our hotel stay an extra two days and airport transfer. Our tour guide, Alfonso, was outstanding. He was knowledgeable, caring and professional. As a retired engineer, he is doing what he loves. Showing Mexico City and its history to eager learners. Thank you, Alfonso, and thank you Intrepid.

5.0
Olivia
Traveled, January 2023

02/11/2023

Fantastic trip with wonderful guide! Rafael was polite, well-spoken, friendly and very knowledgeable. Would recommend this to anyone wholeheartedly!

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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