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With a country dripping in fascinating Mayan history, an underwater realm as vibrant as the one above, and a cuisine that has seduced the world's stomachs, a tour to Mexico is an adventure of a lifetime.
The wonders of Mexico will have you exploring colonial cities, climbing volcanoes, trekking through steamy jungles and barren deserts, and basking in the white sands of the palm-fringed beaches. Search for toucans, manatees and monkeys, zip-line through deep gorges and hike in one of the world's largest canyons. A tour to Mexico has it all.
Group Tours of Mexico with Tucan Travel
A group tour is a fantastic way to see the highlights of Mexico. Group tours to Mexico are perfect for solo travellers, couples, families and groups of friends. Tucan Travel are experts in providing tours to Mexico with a total of 10 incredible itineraries to choose from. The longest trip takes you on a 28-day epic adventure through Mexico, Belize, Guatemala and Costa Rica. Or if you want to focus on getting the best out of Mexico, our 8 day Highlights of Mexico tour is perfect. All of our tours are accompanied by a Tucan Travel tour leader and include all transport and accommodation.
Highlights of Mexico
Duration:8 Days
Route:Mexico City to Playa del Carmen
Tour Code:CMP
Mexico to Costa Rica
Duration:28 Days
Route:Mexico City to San Jose
Tour Code:CMS
Mexico & Cuba Adventure
Duration:17 Days
Route:Mexico City to Havana
Tour Code:CMH
Top 12 places to visit in Mexico
With bustling cities, ancient ruins, cactus-strewn deserts and misty forests, it can be hard to know where to begin when planning a trip to Mexico, it seems to have it all. Here's our pick of some of the best places to visit in Mexico to get you started.
1. Mexico City
It goes without saying that Mexico City has to be on your places to visit in Mexico list. This thriving city has everything you could ask for when tasting Mexican culture for the very first time: World-class restaurants with incredible views, historical centres full of beautiful pre-Hispanic architecture, galleries, museums, markets, shops, and of course, incredible food.
Mexico City is a creative hub and a food lover's dream. Visit the impressive Catedral y Sagrario Metropolitano, the Plaza de la Constitution and the National Palace. Party in the dive bars, clubs and the streets. Indulge in the tortas, tacos and tequilas. Mexico City is infectious, exhilarating and an unmissable destination for a tour to Mexico.
2. Tulum
Tulum became famous for having the only fortified Mayan ruin in existence, situated along the coast. Tulum's main draw is the well-preserved Mayan site resting atop a 12-meter cliff looking below to the Carribbean Sea. But this ancient city isn't just about Mayan remains. Due to its sensational, sugar-white beaches and crystal-clear water, Tulum has become a favoured spot for divers to explore underwater caverns, seeking abundant marine life.
3. Chichen Itza
The Mayan site of Chichen Itza is one of the most visited attractions in Central America. The Mayans were one of the most advanced civilisations our world has seen, making Chichen Itza one of the seven new wonders of the world. Relics and remains lay all over Central America, but Chichen Itza is one of the most unique. The immense height of the buildings is overwhelming, but when you discover how each monument marks out a key astrological point in the sky, it becomes even more intriguing. The Mayan's measurements are so precise that when a ray of sunlight reaches a certain point in the sky, a serpent's shadow appears to slither up the stairs of El Castillo, heading for the temple at the top.
4. Isla Cozumel
This small island just of Playa del Carmen is one of the best scuba diving destinations this side of the ocean. The sea is crystal, clean and abundant in exotic marine life gliding through the reef. This laid back atmosphere is the ideal break away from the bustling cities as you search for your perfect hidden beach. It's also an exceptional place for kayaking, snorkelling and paddleboarding.
5. Oaxaca
This colonial city in Southern Mexico is the perfect place to experience traditional Mexican culture. Explore the UNESCO historic centre of Oaxaca with its vibrant multi-coloured houses. Discover hand-made crafts made by the indigenous community of Oaxaca. Investigate the art scene, the traditional local food and the charming cobbled streets. And the surrounding scenery? It's simply heavenly.
6. Copper Canyon
Copper Canyon is an unimaginable place in Mexico to explore, especially if you're into hiking. Some people are surprised to hear that Copper Canyon is larger and deeper than the Grand Canyon. But, it's not just about hiking. The railway which passes through is supposedly one of the most beautiful journeys in the world. You can also go rock climbing or zip-lining across the Canyon.
Tailor-made tours in Mexico with Tucan Travel
Designed by Tucan Travel experts
The itineraries for our tours to Mexico are there to inspire you to travel. But this is only a starting point. If our tours look precisely like what you are after - great! But if not, we'd love to help you design your perfect Mexico holiday, based on your unique interests and travel style.
Quotes within 48 hours
All we need to know is how long you want your trip to last, what style of accommodation and transport you'd prefer and what you want to get out of this holiday (beaches, Mayan ruins, clubs, culture, nature…). We'll get a quote to you within 48 hours, we can ask questions, tweak the itinerary and voila!
Personalised Itinerary
Before you travel, you'll receive a detailed, personalised itinerary with explanations of everything you'll be doing and all of your travel arrangements. But don't worry, we'll always be on call to answer any last-minute queries and offer advice and tips for your holiday.
Prepare yourself for an amazing time
So all that's left to do is make sure you have enough room on your camera for all the Mayan ruins and dreamy beaches, and enough room in your bag for the inevitable purchase of many Mexican souvenirs and enjoy your holiday! We've got the rest covered.
Top 12 places to visit in Mexico continued...
7. Puerto Vallarta
One of the most popular resort locations in Mexico, Puerto Vallarta is the ideal beach-side destination. Beautiful beaches, delicious street food, high-end hotels, a buzzing art scene and spectacular lookout points across the bay. Palm trees line the pristine coast, dolphins swim in the green sea, adrenaline seekers come for paragliding and jet-skiing. This pretty, resort town has everything from nightclubs to jungles.
8. Playa Del Carmen
Playa del Carmen is one of the top foodie destinations in Mexico. Serving up everything from street-side tacos to Michelin Starred sushi restaurants. And the evenings don't stop at dinner. Playa del Carmen has an incredible nightlife. With a multitude of activities surrounded by the Riviera Maya, stunning shorelines and chic cafes, you'll never run out of things to do. So relax and soak up the hipster side of Mexico.
9. Guanajuato
Alfresco dining on cobbled-stoned streets, buildings painted in every colour under the sun. Buzzing plazas, ornate colonial buildings, and charming family-run shops and businesses. Guanajuato does have its charms. The best way to explore this city is to give up the planning and simply wander to your heart's content. Stumble upon local gems, fine galleries, impressive churches and fascinating museums.
10. Puebla
This charming colonial city is often regarded as one of the best places to visit in Mexico. Known as the gastronomical hub of Mexico, this is one of the best places to find incredible Mexican grub! With the towering volcano Popocatepi looking down onto Puebla, majestic buildings peppering the city and magnificent churches sitting atop of rolling hills, Puebla can be deemed as one of the most beautiful parts of the country.
11. Cancun
Consistently voted as one of the top travel destinations for USA citizens, we couldn't not mention Cancun. Long, sugar-white stretches of coastline, extending as far as the eye can see, with water so transparent you don't even need a snorkel. Cancun is a beach-lovers paradise. Famous for being a prime spot for Spring Break, the nightlife here is like no other. Cancun is also one of the best places for swimming with stingrays and dolphins in Mexico.
12. Merida
Merida is one of the finest examples of old colonial Mexico and is the perfect base for visiting the nearby Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza and Tulum. Merida has the nickname of "white city" as bizarrely, the citizens all wear white clothing. Explore the ancient monuments of the Fatherland, the Roman Theatre and the Roman aqueducts. Dine in the busy plazas and explore the French architecture of the squares.
Why Tucan Travel
A holiday to Mexico doesn't have to break the bank. At Tucan Travel, we pride ourselves in providing amazing adventures and incredible prices. Travelling doesn't have to be expensive. There are many ways we keep our tour prices low which you can read about here.
As specialist adventure tour operators, we are adept at building strong relationships with local suppliers and guides. We only work with the best providers and always take care to support and sustain local businesses ethically and sustainably.
Travelling to Mexico on a group tour is an authentic way to explore the culture of Mexico. This goes for the excursions and the accommodation too. We specifically seek out locally-owned guesthouses and small hotels which provide an authentic Mexican experience and try to avoid internationally owned chains wherever possible. And if you still need more reasons to book a group tour to Mexico, then take a look at what our customers say. You can find our Trustpilot page here and our awards section here.
Magical Mexico
Mexico has enchanted me ever since I read about the ancient civilisation of the Maya in history in secondary school. Such a fusion of cultures! The second biggest country in Latin America & so much more than sombreros & tequila! I succumbed to the magnetic pull in March this year & I can honestly say it is an adventure that has altered me. How can you capture the essence & soul of such a charming country & life-changing holiday?