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Take a culinary masterclass in Oaxaca, sip tequila at one of the oldest bars in Mexico City & watch a lucha libre wrestling show<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":120545,"menu_order":112,"template":"","thumbnail_video":null,"checkout_hero_banner":null,"acf":[],"template_id":"MX2","duration":9,"trip_limit":8,"img_header":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MX2_FeatureImage-1000x620.jpg","continent":"The Americas","country":"Mexico","countries":["Mexico"],"prices_between":{"gbp":{"min":"\u00a32005","max":"\u00a32825"},"eur":{"min":"\u20ac2325","max":"\u20ac3285"},"usd":{"min":"$2495","max":"$3530"},"cad":{"min":"$3280","max":"$4640"},"aud":{"min":"$3685","max":"$5195"},"nzd":{"min":"$4285","max":"$6000"},"hkd":{"min":"$18510","max":"$26390"},"aed":{"min":"DH8665","max":"DH12350"}},"about":"

A magical history. A culinary prowess. Tacos. Tequila. Lucha Libre\u2026enter Mexico’s rainbow world and everything you\u2019ve ever known will look a little sepia in comparison.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Starting strong on day one, you\u2019ll enjoy a tequila tasting at one of Mexico City\u2019s most iconic bars, dating all the way back to 1912 \u2013 the perfect ice breaker amongst new friends. Next, a private gondola-style boat ride along the canals of Xochimilco (complete with Mariachi band) and a chance to get lost in the colorful madness of Coyoac\u00e1n\u2019s local market. And you can forget your traditional bar crawl when in the capital. It\u2019s all about the \u2018taco crawl\u2019 here, and trust us when we say we\u2019ll take you to the very best (and little-known) <\/span>taquerias.<\/span><\/p>\n

Beyond bustling Mexico City? Y<\/span>ou\u2019ll witness the magic and majesty of the Aztec ruins of Teotihuac\u00e1n. You\u2019ll wander the rainbow-colored streets of Puebla and you\u2019ll embrace the bedlam of the masked superheroes at a Lucha Libre wrestling show<\/a>. There\u2019ll be moments of calm as you learn to paint folk art sculptures at an Oaxaca workshop, and moments of wonder at the brilliance of your private chef as you spend hours in a culinary masterclass. All wrapped up with a stint along the golden sands of Puerto Escondido for dolphin spotting and beach living.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is Mexico in color. Are you ready to see?<\/span><\/p>\n","highlights":{"Spot dolphins on a private boat cruise and relax on the beach at Puerto Escondido":"Spot dolphins on a private boat cruise and relax on the beach at Puerto Escondido","Embrace the bedlam of a Lucha Libre wrestling show ":"Embrace the bedlam of a Lucha Libre wrestling show ","Visit an authentic mezcal distillery, toasting to new friends\r\n":"Visit an authentic mezcal distillery, toasting to new friends\r\n","Discover the best taquerias in Mexico City on a 'taco crawl'":"Discover the best taquerias in Mexico City on a 'taco crawl'","Enjoy a tequila tasting at an iconic Mexico City bar dating back to 1912":"Enjoy a tequila tasting at an iconic Mexico City bar dating back to 1912","From local market to kitchen prep, spend the day in a culinary masterclass with a revered Mexican chef":"From local market to kitchen prep, spend the day in a culinary masterclass with a revered Mexican chef","Wander the rainbow-coloured streets of Puebla":"Wander the rainbow-coloured streets of Puebla","Casa De Sierra Azul, Oaxaca City":"Casa De Sierra Azul, Oaxaca City","Hist\u00f3rico Central Hotel, Mexico City":"Hist\u00f3rico Central Hotel, Mexico City","Hotel Santa Fe, Puerto Escondido":"Hotel Santa Fe, Puerto Escondido"},"lang":"us","trip_type":[{"term_id":8452,"name":"Beach Escapes","slug":"beach-escapes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":8452,"taxonomy":"style","description":"More often than not, destinations that are perfect for solo adventures tend to come with picturesque coastlines and pristine beaches. That\u2019s why our list of beach vacations is long.","parent":0,"count":28,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"},{"term_id":9074,"name":"City Breaks","slug":"city-breaks","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":9074,"taxonomy":"style","description":"The places you\u2019ll visit on a Flash Pack city break are varied, colorful and unique. As you\u2019d expect, Europe reigns in this department. Find your next city adventure here.","parent":0,"count":26,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"},{"term_id":8457,"name":"Wildlife","slug":"safari-trips","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":8457,"taxonomy":"style","description":"There are few moments more magical than spotting exotic and indigenous creatures in their natural habitat for the first time. It\u2019s why we\u2019ve crafted a series of global adventures around safaris and wildlife interactions, so why not take your pick?","parent":0,"count":20,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"},{"term_id":8458,"name":"Winter Escapes","slug":"winter-escapes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":8458,"taxonomy":"style","description":"Discover our vast collection of winter departures, perfect for the snow-lover and sun-seeker alike. Balinese beaches, island hopping in the Philippines, Iceland's northern lights and so much more awaits.","parent":0,"count":6,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"}],"hidden":false,"seasons":["spring","summer","autumn","winter"],"scenery":["beach","city","desert"],"activities":["boat_trip","cooking_class","local_culture","nightlife","tasting","wildlife"],"activity_level":["relaxed"],"key_locations":"","itinerary":[{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Arrive in Mexico City (MEX)","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Welcome to Mexico City","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Arriving in Mexico City is a joyous assault on the senses. This colorful, cultural and charismatic capital will turn your head from the moment you leave the airport. A Flash Pack transfer will whisk you to your stylish hotel close to the Z\u00f3calo plaza, the ceremonial center of the former Aztec capital, once named Tenochtitl\u00e1n. After your welcome dinner, you’ll proceed to one of the city’s oldest bars, Caf\u00e9 de Tacuba, set in a former convent. Just a few steps from the bustle of Calle Tacuba in the historic district, the venue has hosted a slew of the country\u2019s presidents and rock stars. And, of course, there\u2019s time for a tequila tasting (or the renowned hot chocolate) after.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Welcome to Mexico City","text":"

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This morning, you\u2019ll be exploring the city in the most intimate fashion: on foot. Starting in the historic center, you\u2019ll visit the imposing Cathedral, with its double towers and, inside, five centuries of Mexican art; don\u2019t forget to look up. From here, it\u2019s on to the Palace of Fine Arts – with fresco murals by Diego Rivera – and the Templo Mayor Museum, before going on a taco crawl lunch, visiting some of the best local taquerias<\/em> in the city. This afternoon, you’ll head across town to the canals of Xochimilco where you\u2019ll board a lively trajinera<\/em> (a gondola-style boat) with a Mariachi-style band and perhaps a few more tequilas. Finally, you’ll visit the traditional old neighborhood of Coyoac\u00e1n to explore its market with its rich hub of color and exotic products.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"TEQUILA AND TACOS","text":"

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This is a day of two halves. You\u2019ll start with an eye-opening walking tour through the <\/span>ancient Mesoamerican city of Teotihuac\u00e1n, located 50 kilometers northeast of the capital, surrounded by lush green highlands. There’s also the option to book a spectacular sunrise hot air balloon ride over the temples for an additional cost, just let us know if this is something you’d be interested in (in our opinion, it’s not to be missed). You’ll take a <\/span>guided walk around the main<\/span>\u00a0structures: the Pyramid of the Moon, the Pyramid of the Sun, the Temple of Quetzalcoatl and along the Avenue of the Dead. <\/span>Come evening, it\u2019s a complete change of scene. You\u2019ll travel to the historic town of Puebla to witness first-hand the dramatic spectacle of good versus evil in a Lucha Libre wrestling show<\/a>; these flamboyant masked superheroes are pop cultural legends in Mexico.<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"TEOTIHUACAN TEMPLES & A WRESTLING SHOW","text":"

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Before bidding adieu to Puebla, you\u2019ll pay a visit to the 17th-century Rosary Chapel, one of the most prominent examples of Mexican Baroque; known for its <\/span>ornamentation, <\/span>the walls and ceilings are adorned with <\/span>gilded stucco, pretty talavera tiles and oil paintings. Let the windows do the talking on a scenic drive along the Altiplano, the country\u2019s mammoth high desert plateau, to Oaxaca, where the colonial center <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> Monte Alb\u00e1n archaeological zone have earned UNESCO World Heritage status. You\u2019ll be introduced to the town, strongly r<\/span>egarded for its rich cultural heritage, on a walking tour through the historic center. Also known as the culinary capital of Mexico, you\u2019ll visit the traditional market of 20 de Noviembre. You\u2019ll be lucky enough to experience it with your guide who will be able to translate and direct you towards the impressive local delicacies worth sampling, such as <\/span>memelas<\/em> cakes, traditional soups and, for the adventurous, <\/span>grasshoppers.<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"HISTORIC OAXACA AND MARKET MEANDERING","text":"

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Today you\u2019ll explore the wider Oaxaca Valley. To start? Food-hopping the stalls at Tlacolula, a traditional Sunday market. It might be breakfast time but it\u2019s never too early to consume tacos, traditional barbacoa<\/em> (pulled meat), or crackly <\/span>chicharr\u00f3n<\/em> (deep-fried pork skin)<\/span>. Next, you\u2019ll visit a local mezcal distillery to learn about the traditional process which uses varying types of agave to make the alcoholic drink, and you\u2019ll sample different varieties. Back in Oaxaca, you\u2019ll share stories of the day over cocktails in a downtown rooftop bar.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"THE OAXACA VALLEY & MEZCAL DISTILLERY","text":"

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In true Flash Pack style, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to work with a renowned Oaxacan chef to prepare a gourmet five-course meal. The masterclass begins at his home where you\u2019ll create your own menu as a group, advised by one of the most regarded cooks in the local area. You\u2019ll then head off to the local market together to source fresh local ingredients, learning what combination of food and flavors are needed to craft a delicious meal. Back at the house you\u2019ll prep and cook as a team, before having the chance to sit down and savor the end result. From here, you\u2019ll visit a traditional alebrijes<\/em> (brightly colored Mexican folk art) workshop, where you will learn about their importance in the region and paint your own to take home as a beautiful and unique memento.<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"CULINARY MASTERCLASS & CRAFT WORKSHOP","text":"

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It\u2019s time to wave adi\u00f3s to the city and head for the glorious coastline. En route, you\u2019ll stop in San Jos\u00e9 del Pac\u00edfico, a small town nuzzled at over 2,000 meters in the mountains. Known for its magic mushrooms, used by both <\/span>curanderos<\/span><\/i> (traditional healers) and tourists, they are sacred here and imperative to the local economy. You\u2019ll continue on to the lively beach town of Puerto Escondido, a stunning stretch of pristine beaches with surfable waves, oceanfront bars and restaurants, and reefs crying out for a snorkel. After checking into your hotel, you\u2019ll have the rest of the afternoon and evening to enjoy at your leisure.<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"THE PACIFIC COAST","text":"

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This expanse of coast is awash with sea life, which is exactly what you\u2019ll enjoy on your final full day. You\u2019ll start the morning with a dolphin-watching tour with the group aboard a private <\/span>panga<\/span><\/i> (a small, motorized fishing boat) for a three-hour cruise, where you\u2019ll have the opportunity to spot playful pods swimming in their natural habitat. With any luck, you\u2019ll also spot sea turtles, manta rays and flying fish. During the dry season of November to March, you\u2019ll also have a chance to witness the magnificence of nose-diving humpback whales. The rest of the day will be spent on dry land, relaxing on the beach, exploring the town or sharing a cocktail with your fellow Flashpackers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"NATURE-WATCHING CRUISE","text":"

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While it\u2019s the end of the trip, it\u2019s just the beginning of, hopefully, what will become life-long friendships, solidified through the incredible adventures you\u2019ve shared in colorful and vibrant Mexico. As with all our trips, our wonderful Pack Leader can help you arrange transport back to the airport for your flight. And, if you\u2019re missing your new friends on the journey home, why not get planning that next life-affirming Flash Pack adventure?<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"UNTIL NEXT TIME, MEXICO","text":"

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Plus airport code","answer":"Fly into Mexico City International Airport (MEX), and out of either Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) or Bahias De Huatulco International Airport (HUX).\n"},{"question":"What time should my flight arrive (in time for the welcome meeting)?","answer":"Please try to arrive before 3 pm. Your welcome meeting and dinner will be from 5:30 pm onwards starting at the hotel, which is located approximately 30 minutes away from the airport.\n"},{"question":"What time should my flight depart on the last day?","answer":"Check out is at 12 pm. There are no activities planned for the last day, so leave any time you wish. The airport is approximately 15 minutes away from your final hotel.\n"},{"question":"Are airport transfers included?","answer":"If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure, or you book pre-tour accommodation with us, your airport arrival transfer will be included. If you book alternative pre-tour accommodation or are arriving by another mode of transport you must arrange your own arrival transfer.\nArrival transfers are private to Flash Pack and will be in groups depending on flight times. Sometimes this means waiting in the airport for a short while until other flights have arrived.\nWe don\u2019t offer a departure transfer as Flashpackers leave at different times of the day and many stay for extra nights. However, your Pack Leader will offer you support with finding a local taxi.\n"},{"question":"Do I need a visa?","answer":"You do not need a visa if you\u2019re visiting as a tourist from the EU, UK, USA, Australia or Canada. Please check with your local consulate\/embassy if the country you are travelling from requires a visa.\u00a0\nHowever, you will need to complete an immigration form and have this with you when you enter and leave Mexico.\n\nYou can get an immigration form either when you arrive, on board your flight into Mexico or online in advance from the National Institute of Immigration website https:\/\/www.inm.gob.mx\/fmme\/publico\/en\/solicitud.html. \nIf you fill in the form online, make sure it is printed on a single sheet, otherwise it will not be accepted and you will have to fill in a new one at the airport. Due to the requirements of the online system, this option is only possible if your passport is valid for at least six months from your intended date of entry to Mexico.\nWe recommend that you have at least six months validity remaining on your passport and can show a return ticket.\u00a0\n"},{"question":"What fitness levels do I need for this adventure?","answer":"We recommend having a read-through of the itinerary above, and getting in touch if you have specific questions on fitness. There will be quite a lot of walking on city tours, but overall this adventure does not require a high level of physical fitness.\n"},{"question":"How much should I budget per day for extras?","answer":""},{"question":"Will the itinerary change?","answer":"Please be aware that the itinerary, activities and hotels are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control. From time to time we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh.\n"},{"question":"What are the Covid-19 requirements for visiting Mexico?","answer":"Due to the changeable nature of Covid-19 entry requirements, we strongly advise Flashpackers to consult the travel advice issued by your local consular services well in advance of your departure date. Some countries do still require travelers to comply with pre-arrival testing and\/or vaccination requirements. Links to the key consular services can be found on our Safety page.\n"},{"question":"What other vaccinations and medication will I need? 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