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Introducing Mexico

Make the most of your time in Mexico.
Mexico is a vast and surprising destination. Yes, it has beautiful beaches and endless stretches of Pacific and Caribbean coast—but it also boasts 35,000 archaeological sites, 10% of the world’s biodiversity, and more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country in the Americas. It's a cultural melting pot of more than 50 indigenous ethnic groups, with endless tradition (and endless incredible cuisine). There's a side of Mexico to suit every traveler—let us help you find yours.

When is the best time to visit?
Seasons in Mexico vary from region to region. On the Yucatán Peninsula, December-April is when the weather is warm and dry. It's also the most crowded and expensive time to go. We recommend May-June, when crowds have thinned and the rainy season has yet to arrive. The same goes for Mexico's Pacific coast. For other parts of the country, like Puebla or Mexico City, May-October is the wet season—you can expect rain almost every day. Ask your specialist for more on what to expect during your visit. Learn more

Where should you go?
For ancient history, you can't do better than the Yucatán—archaeological sites here include the iconic Chichen Itzá, Ek Balam, and many more. This is an especially good area for a self-drive tour. If you're interested in community-based activities, engage in local culture with village visits to Chunhuhub or Nuevo Durango

Oaxaca is world famous for its culture, cuisine, and world-famous surfing beaches—and if culture is what you're after, you'll also want to put Mexico City, Puebla, and other colonial cities such as San Miguel de Allende on your list. Chiapas, San Luis Potosi, and Veracruz are access points to Mexico's natural world—think waterfalls, rivers, and deep jungle. The biosphere reserves such as Sian Ka’an and Calakmul are also outdoor adventure destinations.

How many days do you need?
Have we mentioned yet that Mexico is a big country? The more days you can spend, the better. With 5 days, stick to Mexico City and Puebla, or pick another region to immerse in—Oaxaca, Chiapas, or Veracruz make good stand-alone trips. Ten days means you can comfortably visit the Yucatán, combining it with either Campeche and Riviera Maya or Chiapas. A trip through the colonial cities would also be possible in 10 days.

The lucky travelers with 2 weeks (or more) will get to experience the diversity that defines Mexico, visiting several regions with different ecosystems and ethnic groups. Start in Baja California Sur and make your way to Chepe, pair Puerto Vallarta with Guadalajara, or dive into Oaxaca, Puebla, and Mexico City.

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Mexico Tours & Itineraries

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El Chiflón waterfalls, Chiapas
Map of Highlights of Chiapas - 10 Days
Highlights of Chiapas - 10 Days

Experience the best of Chiapas with this 10-day itinerary. Start with a mix of nature and culture in San Cristobal de las Casas with a walking tour of the city and day trips to Sumidero Canyon and Montebello Lakes National Park. From there, spend four nights in Palenque, where you’ll visit craft markets and archeological sites, and learn about the indigenous Tzotzil people.

Parque Labastida in the historic center of Oaxaca, Mexico
Map of Magical Oaxaca & the Pacific Coast - 10 Days
Magical Oaxaca & the Pacific Coast - 10 Days

Explore the cultural and natural highlights of Oaxaca on this ten-day itinerary around the region. You'll explore colorful marketplaces, see a 2,000-year-old tree, feel the spray of crystal-blue waterfalls, visit traditional villages in the Northern Highlands, learn how to make mole in a private cooking class, and spend the last few days on Oaxaca's idyllic Pacific beaches.

The Church of San Servacio in the city of Valladolid
Map of Mexico City & Riviera Maya - 10 Days
Mexico City & Riviera Maya - 10 Days

This off-the-beaten-track adventure kicks off in Mexico City where you'll learn the area's pre-Colombian history and visit mysterious temples built by the Aztecs and Mayans. From here, fly to the Riviera Maya to ramble in the colonial streets of Valladolid, dine on fresh cuisine, and chill out on the Caribbean Sea. Expect private guides and transportation throughout (except for your free day in Tulum).

Discover the vast Mayan city of Uxmal on the Puuc Route
Map of Highlights of Mexico: From Mexico City to the Mayan Riviera  - 14 Days
Highlights of Mexico: From Mexico City to the Mayan Riviera - 14 Days

Step back in time on this two-week itinerary featuring ancient Aztec and Mayan ruins of Morelos and the Yucatán Peninsula. Along the way, you will explore Mexico City, the colonial towns of Valladolid and Mérida, and the turquoise waters of the Riviera Maya. You will snorkel in freshwater cenotes, climb stone steps of Aztec pyramids, and meet with indigenous locals to learn about Maya history and culture firsthand.

A colorful street in San Miguel de Allende
Map of Mexico's Ultimate Culture Tour - 14 Days
Mexico's Ultimate Culture Tour - 14 Days

This exciting Mexican road trip covers a whopping number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites—perfect for culture enthusiasts. Starting in Mexico City, you'll visit historic colonial towns, architectural sites, nature parks, and gorgeous interiors while making your way to both coasts with free time each evening to explore markets, restaurants, and art galleries on your own. This two-week itinerary is best suited for those who like to be on the move (a private driver and transfers are included).

A cenote on the Yucatán Peninsula
Map of Culture & the Great Outdoors on the Yucatán Peninsula - 7 Days
Culture & the Great Outdoors on the Yucatán Peninsula - 7 Days

On this colorful trip plan, you'll experience Mexican culture in an authentic way. See the highlights of the Yucatán Peninsula, visit the archaeological sites of Chichen Itzá, Cobá, and  Xcambó, and view flamingos at Río Lagartos before finishing up in Mérida, where you'll go on a kayak tour and relax on the beach.

Make the Most of Your Time in Mexico

Have a fixed number of days? Maximize the things to see and do during your visit
Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
How Many Days to Spend in Mexico

Five days is just enough time to enjoy the highlights of one region in Mexico. With a full week or 10 days, you can combine three or four areas to create an eclectic...

Cenote Dos Ojos on the Yucatán Peninsula
Map of 1 Week in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
1 Week in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

If you have a week to spend in Mexico, you can do a deep dive into one region like the Riviera Maya, or hop between two cultural hubs like Mexico City and Oaxaca. Explore the...

Ruins in Tulum
Map of 10 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

If you have ten days to spend in Mexico, you have time to mix cultural sightseeing with outdoor activities, culinary tours, and relaxing on the beach. Focus your time on Mexico...

Colorful streets in Puerto Vallarta's historic center near Malecon and Playa de los Muertos
Map of 2 Weeks in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

With two weeks in Mexico, you have plenty of time to delve into more than one region—pair Mexico City with the Pacific and Caribbean coasts, for example—and to build your trip...

Mexico Travel Advice

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Steps of the Temple of Kukulcán
The Ideal Day at Chichen Itza

Whether you’re peeling yourself off of your Cancun beach chair after four straight days of sun or just arrived in the Yucatan, the towering structures of Chichen Itza are...

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See ancient Maya sites like Uxmal near Mérida, capital of the Yucatán
Map of Best of Mérida: Off the Beaten Path in Mexico's Yucatán - 7 Days
Best of Mérida: Off the Beaten Path in Mexico's Yucatán - 7 Days

See another side of Mexico's gorgeous Yucatán Peninsula as you venture beyond Cancún to the region's heart: Mérida. Over seven days, you'll explore this Spanish-colonial gem of a city (the capital of the province), plus embark on day trips to beaches and the famous cenotes in the area. For a bonus, take a day trip to Chichén Itzá, one of the most impressive ancient Maya ruins in the Yucatán.

Take a quick trip to Oaxaca
Map of Discover Oaxaca: Mexico's Cultural & Culinary Gem - 4 Days
Discover Oaxaca: Mexico's Cultural & Culinary Gem - 4 Days

If there's one region of Mexico perfect for a quick getaway, it's the southwestern state of Oaxaca. Here you'll get a lot of bang for your buck as you spend four days enjoying excellent street food, touring pre-Columbian archaeological sites, and visiting local artisan towns. Cap the trip with a stop at Hierve el Agua, one of the most incredible waterfalls in Mexico.

Visit famous landmarks in Mexico City
Map of A Glimpse of Mexico City - 6 Days
A Glimpse of Mexico City - 6 Days

In less than a week, you'll tour the highlight landmarks of Mexico's dynamic capital city, plus dive deep into its history and culture. This includes food tours, stops at historic sites like Frida Kahlo's house, mariachi performances, and much more. As a bonus, you'll hop in the basket of a hot-air balloon and soar high over the pyramids at Teotihuacán, one of the most incredible ancient cities in Mexico.

Mexico Travel Maps

Get the lay of land, and understand distances between the places you want to visit
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10 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Mexico map: 7 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
7 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Mexico map: 14 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
14 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Mexico
Travel specialist Leslie Pérez
active 1 day ago

Leslie Pérez

I am proudly Mexican and a travel passionate. I have had the opportunity to visit 25 different countries and during the past 4 years I have focused on exploring and sharing about the hidden...

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Travel specialist Jorge Reyna
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Jorge Reyna

My name is Jorge, your local travel expert in Mexico. I love traveling, to experience new cultures and see the amazing diversity of this world. I studied tourism and take any opportunity I get to...

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Travel specialist Karen Quintero
active 7 hours ago

Karen Quintero

Holaaa! I'm Karen, proudly Mexican and native from a small city called Tlaxcala. In the last 4 years, I’ve been exploring Mexico and I love to share with the world the authentic Mexico that I’m in...

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Travel specialist Isabelle Bauer
active 5 hours ago

Isabelle Bauer

Hola! My name is Isabelle. I am originally from Germany, but I have lived in Mexico since 2014 and immediately fell in love with the country. Working in the tourism industry in Mexico allows me to...

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Trip Reviews for Mexico

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Stress free travel To Mexico
Mexico | May 5 - May 14, 2023

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Jenny D.
Australia | Reviewed on May 25, 2023

Cannot recommend the kimkim platform and the team at Rutopia (the travel agent we were connected with) enough. We're a family of four after a customised tour of Mexico (Oaxaca, Puebla and CDMX) that don't have Spanish so was important that we would have support while we were away. This is exactly what we received.
From the initial response to my enquiry from Rene at Rutopia via kimkim that was within 24-48 hours (as compared to another travel company we have used before for South America... read more

Cannot recommend the kimkim platform and the team at Rutopia (the travel agent we were connected with) enough. We're a family of four after a customised tour of Mexico (Oaxaca, Puebla and CDMX) that don't have Spanish so was important that we would have support while we were away. This is exactly what we received.
From the initial response to my enquiry from Rene at Rutopia via kimkim that was within 24-48 hours (as compared to another travel company we have used before for South America that said it would take them 6 weeks to have someone contact me about customised tour) to the thorough planning with me and advice through to the support we received from Lisbeth while we were "on tour" was amazing. Thank you for making our trip a safe and memorable one that was stress free.

Local specialist: Rene Rodarte
Rene
Rene Rodarte
Local specialist in Mexico city | Replied on May 26, 2023

Hi Jenny!
I'm so glad you had a memorable and stress-free time in Mexico!

Thanks for mentioning the work we do, we have a great team that allows us to give quick and thorough responses that support travelers from the planning all the way to the moment you head back home, even if Spanish is not a strong suit (I'm sure you had plenty of practice while being here).

On behalf of the Rutopia team and KimKim, we look forward to having you and the family again!

Fabulous Mexican holiday
Mexico | Jan 11 - Jan 22, 2023

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Rowena I.
Australia | Reviewed on May 10, 2023

We had a fabulous time with a wonderfully planned trip that exceeded our expectations. It was well paced, varied and covered things of interest for all the family. Would highly recommend. read more

We had a fabulous time with a wonderfully planned trip that exceeded our expectations. It was well paced, varied and covered things of interest for all the family. Would highly recommend.

Hotel Reviews
Casa Don Diego
Tulum
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Casa Jacinta Guest House
Del Carmen, Coyoacán, Ciudad de México
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El Mesón del Marqués
Valladolid
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Casa Balam
Merida
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Sheets were dirty, air conditioning did not work, lock on door did not stop strangers entering the room, safe locked our passports inside.
Histórico Central Mexico City
Mexico City
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Activity Reviews
Coba and the sacred Mayan roads.
Mexico

Great cycling around a breathtaking area.

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Float in the Muyil Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve
Mexico

Absolutely wonderful experience of an amazing part of the world - relaxing, informative and unique

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Food
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Look for spider monkeys while boating around Punta Laguna
Mexico

Fabulously varied experience within a short space of time.

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Río Secreto: The Mayan Underworld
Cancún

Great experience in a very popular attraction. Our only disappointment was not being able to take photographs and having to buy exorbitantly priced commercial ones.

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History, Culture & Gastronomy in Mexico City
Mexico City

We did not see most of the things that were promised in this tour and ended up doing it ourselves on our spare day. The guide told us things that we found out were not true. There was no guide to the gastronomy of Mexico City and we were not taking on a walking tour of the main part of the city.

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Go to the sites that were advertised
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Understand the itinerary that was planned
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Float the Canals of Xochimilco in a Wooden Trajinera
Mexico City

It was great to see Xochimilco but the guide added very little to the experience.

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Biking on Teotihuacán "The city of the gods"
Mexico City

Wonderful authentic experience, getting to see an amazing site from a different perspective

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Food
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Frida Kahlo House
Mexico City

This was very crowded, photographs were not allowed and we had little time here as our guide did not turn up so we had to rush through in 20 minutes. As guides are not permitted in the house and he had little knowledge of Frida Kahlo the guide did not add much to the experience.

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Boat Ride in the Río Lagartos Reserve
Mexico

Fabulous experience in an amazing part of the world.

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Visit Chichén Itzá, Wonder of the Maya World
Mexico
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Immerse Yourself in the Peaceful Yokdzonot Cenote
Mexico

The cenotes we went to were so breathtaking and amazing to swim in. They were some of the highlights of our trip.

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City Tour of Merida: The White City
Mérida

Great local knowledge, well paced and highly enjoyable.

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Eco Center & Traditional Mayan Meal
Mexico

Amazing experience, one of the highlights of our trip

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Local specialist: Marisol Herrera

We had a great time on our Easter Holiday trip
Mexico | Apr 6 - Apr 11, 2023

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Heather M.
Flower Mound, TX | Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023

We had a great time on our Easter Holiday trip to Mexico. Lizbeth, with Rutopia, was very nice and kept us informed and was available to answer any questions we had along the way. Our driver in Valladolid was Carlo, he was great, even suggesting an additional Cenote that was not on the original itinerary, he was not just a driver, he was a guide. In Sian Ka'an we had a guide named Omar (not to be confused with our driver to and from the airport, who was also named Omar). Omar, the Sian Ka'an... read more

We had a great time on our Easter Holiday trip to Mexico. Lizbeth, with Rutopia, was very nice and kept us informed and was available to answer any questions we had along the way. Our driver in Valladolid was Carlo, he was great, even suggesting an additional Cenote that was not on the original itinerary, he was not just a driver, he was a guide. In Sian Ka'an we had a guide named Omar (not to be confused with our driver to and from the airport, who was also named Omar). Omar, the Sian Ka'an guide, was really great, very knowledgeable and accommodating. We liked the Le Muuch Hotel in Valladolid, good location, comfortable room, nice common areas and friendly staff. Chichen Itza was amazing, but we wish we had an earlier arrival time to beat the crowds, because it was very very crowded. The Yokdzonot Cenote was wonderful, cool clear water and a peaceful break after the heat and crowds at Chichen Itza. I got sick on Saturday morning and we had to delay our departure from Valladolid, so what was probably a cooking class turned into just lunch that was served to us, but it was a very nice lunch in the home of a local family. We didn't care for Tulum very much. The archeological site was okay, but it was overly crowded, entry was confusing, everything was very overpriced, and the tour was too short. The beach strip where we stayed was crazy crowded, with a single narrow road packed with cars, buses, scooters, bikes and pedestrians, it was not the small laid back beach town I was expecting. Utilities must be hard to come by, because the businesses ran on generator power, which was loud and smelly, water was trucked in, so it was at a premium everywhere. When I asked where I could get drinking water to refill my water bottles at the hotel they just shrugged and said I could buy water at the restaurant or a nearby shop, since the small water cooler at the front desk always seemed to be empty. The staff at the Hip Hotel were nice and our room was also very nice. I think the beach is usually very nice, although when we were there is was full of fishy smelling seaweed so we did not go swimming in the ocean water. The thing we liked best about Tulum was our day in Sian Ka'an, which was really beautiful. The archeological site there was quiet and secluded in the jungle. The boat ride and float trip were wonderful. The lagoon water there was amazingly clear, cool and beautiful. I would highly recommend that activity to anyone. The only thing we didn't like was that transportation was shared, which is fine, except it was shared by people who were participating in different activities there than we were, so once our tour was over we had to wait almost two hours for the other group to finish before we could be transported back to the hotel. Overall, great trip! We would recommend Chichen Itza, the cenotes and Sian Ka'an to anyone! I would not recommend Tulum to anyone.

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Visit Chichén Itzá, Wonder of the Maya World
Mexico
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Local specialist: Isabelle Bauer
Isabelle
Isabelle Bauer
Local specialist in Tulum | Replied on Apr 14, 2023

Dear Heather,

I appreciate a lot that you took some time to write your feedback - thank you very much!

I am happy that you especially enjoyed the tours with our guides Carlo & Omar- this proves us right to exclusively work with local guides that are committed to a high quality service.

I wish you all the best and I hope that you will visit Mexico again soon!
Isa