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Best of Mexico & Costa Rica

Summary:

Raise a glass of mezcal to the diversity of Mexico, then embrace ‘pura vida’ (the simple life) in the rainforests and on the beaches of Costa Rica. Discover history in the ruins of Chichen Itza, then visit a contemporary Maya village to see how ancient Me...

Duration
24 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
04-May-2024
Starting at
USD 7,485.00
Price per day
USD 312.00
Tour Type

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Operator
Intrepid Travel
Tour
Best of Mexico & Costa Rica
Travel Style
Small Group Tour with More Flexibility
Group Size
1 - 12
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Summary

Raise a glass of mezcal to the diversity of Mexico, then embrace ‘pura vida’ (the simple life) in the rainforests and on the beaches of Costa Rica. Discover history in the ruins of Chichen Itza, then visit a contemporary Maya village to see how ancient Mesoamerican traditions have evolved. Savour simple fare during lunch with a Zapotec family and sip smoky mezcal at a distillery in Oaxaca. See the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, visit an organic family-owned farm producing some of the best coffee in the world and learn from a local naturalist guide on a hike through lush landscapes. Explore sloth country (AKA Manuel Antonio National Park) and match their leisurely pace as you relax among natural splendour of Costa Rica. Ancient cultures, incredible food, wildlife and wilderness – this 24-day trip has it all.

Map: Best of Mexico & Costa Rica (Intrepid)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Mexico City
Day 2
Mexico City
Day 3
Puebla
Day 4
Oaxaca
Day 5
Oaxaca
Day 6
Oaxaca
Day 7
Salina Cruz
Day 8
San Cristobal De Las Casas
Day 9
San Cristobal De Las Casas
Day 10
Palenque
Day 11
Palenque
Day 12
Merida
Day 13
Merida
Day 14
Playa Del Carmen
Day 15
San Jose
Day 16
La Fortuna
Day 17
La Fortuna
Day 18
Monteverde
Day 19
Manuel Antonio
Day 20
Manuel Antonio
Day 21
Manuel Antonio
Day 22
Zona De Los Santos
Day 23
San Jose
Day 24
San Jose

Travel Countries (2): Costa Rica, Mexico

Travel Cities (17): Arenal Volcano, Carmen, Chichen Itza, Cholula, Leon, Manuel Antonio National Park, Merida, Mexico City, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Oaxaca, Palenque, Playa del Carmen, Puebla, San Cristobal De Las Casas, San Jose, Teotihuacán, Uxmal

Highlights

  • Hike through the scenic landscapes of Manuel Antonio National Park with a local naturalist guide and learn all the hidden secrets of the rainforest, looking out for local wildlife like sloths and iguanas.
  • Discover the colourful, fantastical world of alebrijes – folk art sculptures of mythical creatures – during a visit to a women-run workshop outside Oaxaca. The artists will share their process and stories of how they came to specialise in these artworks.
  • Visit a local indigenous community and meet the Terraba people – a matriarchal community who have lived along the Terraba River for the last 500 years – and learn how to make a traditional wooden mask.
  • Get a taste of Maya culture during a homecooked Pibil lunch with a local family, sampling this traditional method of cooking which involves barbecuing food underground.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Gastromotiva. Donations help them provide nutritious, balanced meals for vulnerable people in Mexico.

Travel Package

 

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Mexico City

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San Jose

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