Mexico
Rich culture, colonial heritage and pre-Aztec pyramids
Aztec Tour - 7 Night Itinerary
A wonderful combination in the south of Mexico: explore trendy Mexico City, with it's colonial heritage and colourful markets, and the magnificent pre-Aztec pyramids.
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Travel Highlights
- Experience the true Mexican national character in this three city tour
- Explore huge pre-Aztec Pyramids at Teotihuacan
- Discover cosmopolitan Mexico City and its large parks, perfect for strolling and cycling
- Enjoy the colourful colonial town of Puebla, with views to nearby volcanoes
- Be guided round the Zapotec archaeological site at Monte Alban
- Get to know culturally rich Oaxaca and enjoy a range of fascinating excursions
- Optional extension at a relaxing Pacific coast beach resort
Tour Route
- Mexico City & Teotihuacan Ruins - 3 Nights
- Puebla - 1 Night
- Oaxaca & Giant Tree - 3 Nights
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of departure date, route, duration, flights, cabin, hotels, transport and excursions.
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Mexico City & Teotihuacan Ruins
3 NightsDay 1 - Arrive in Mexico City
Days 2-3 - Visit the huge pre-Aztec pyramids
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Arrive in Mexico City
Arriving in Mexico City on Friday allows you to visit the city at the weekends, when it is quieter and there are more cultural activities and markets. On arrival you will will be met by our guide and taken to your chosen hotel for a 3 night stay.
Monday, 23 June 2025
Visit the huge pre-Aztec pyramids
Staying until Monday, opt to visit the huge pre-Aztec pyramids at Teotihuacan and the Saturday market.
You may also chose to join local people and families for a walk in Chapultepec park or cycle on Avenida Reforma, which is closed to traffic on Sunday mornings.
Then perhaps take a long lunch and in the afternoon have tea and cakes, watching the world go by in Coyacan. There are excellent restaurants with superb fusion cuisine and the hotel spa to enjoy. You can stay longer in Mexico City and perhaps travel out of town to visit Cuernavaca.
Veloso Tours has a range of half and full day excursions in Mexico City that are pre-bookable. Please ask your tour expert for full details.
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
At leisure
Veloso Tours has a range of half and full day excursions in Mexico City that are pre-bookable.
Please ask your tour expert for full details.
Raul Gonzalez
Puebla
1 NightDay 4 - Puebla
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Puebla
Today we transfer to the coach station from where we drive to colourful Puebla, with great views of the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes.
On arrival, visit the colonial era centre, with beautiful examples of Baroque architecture, a stunning cathedral, the vibrant El Parian market and charming Los Sapos. Overnight in your chosen hotel.
Juan Martinez
Oaxaca & Giant Tree
3 NightsDay 5 - Oaxaca's colonial heritage
Day 6 - See Tule's giant tree
Day 7 - Excursion to the artisan town of Arrazola
Day 8 - Stay at a beach resort on the Pacific coast
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Oaxaca's colonial heritage
Drive to Oaxaca, admiring the dramatic landscapes of the Sierra Madre on the way. Here we stay for 3-nights on a bed and breakfast basis, with two full days to explore. We visit Oaxaca and discover its rich indigenous and colonial heritage including the Zapotec archaeological site at Monte Alban, featuring pyramids, the tomb of kings, an ancient ball game court and a star observatory.
Friday, 27 June 2025
Tour to see Mitla, Teotitlan weavings and Tule's giant tree
Today enjoy an included full day tour of the countryside and villages in the surrounding area. We visit Tule's giant tree, over 1,000 years old and whose branches embrace and cover a small church.
We then head to Teotitlan, known for a long tradition of weaving cloth in colourful, intricate patterns for table cloths, cushions, bed covers and house wares.
The next stop is the archeological site at Mitla, which has superb stone relief patterns on the temple facades. We finish a full day at a Mexican liquor distillery, where you may wish to try some tequila.
Saturday, 28 June 2025
Excursion to the artisan town of Arrazola
Today we have an excursion to the artisan town of Arrazola to see the colourful Alebrijes papier-mache figures and the black clay pottery of Coyotepetec. Later we will visit the little known ancient tombs at Zaachila and the impressive fortress-like monastery at Cuilapan.
Sunday, 29 June 2025
Return to Mexico City or stay at a Pacific Coast beach resort
Transfer to Oaxaca airport for your flight back to Mexico City (not included).
There is a new (open Feb 24) highway to reach the Pacific coast in 3 to 4 hours; so you can experience the local style, wonderful beaches, small towns and villages with a local character.
Stay longer on the Pacific coast at Puerto Escondido, Huatulco or at Puerto Angel.
Price Guidelines
| Season | Low Season | High Season | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Dates | April to June & September to November | July, August & December to March | ||||
| Room Arrangement | Tourist | First | Deluxe | Tourist | First | Deluxe |
| Multiple Travellers - Twin Rooms | £2,820 | £3,634 | £4,036 | £3,386 | £4,031 | £4,300 |
Prices are a guideline per person, for travel within the next year and booking early and are subject to availability. Please see below what is included and request a detailed quotation with a guaranteed price for your specific departure date and for Special Events, Summer, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
What's Included
- Flights from the UK and back in Economy (Premium and Business also possible)
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Accommodation and breakfast
- Transfers to and from accommodation
- Excursions with English-speaking guides
- Transport and meals as shown
- Exclusive list of restaurant suggestions
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