Compare Mexico City Stopover by Intrepid Travel vs All-Inclusive Hotel Riu Vallarta by Great Value Vacations
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| Duration | 3 days | 5 days |
| Price From | $ 740 | $ 1,187 |
| Price Per Day | $ 247 | $ 237 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Retreats |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | N/A |
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Navigate your way through Mexico’s enormous and vibrant capital on this jam-packed Short Break Adventure. Set out on a city tour and learn the history surrounding the stunning sights of one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Wander the stalls of Mercado de San Juan and be overwhelmed by the incredible array of produce on display. Venture out of the city and experience the incredible Aztec ruins of Teotihuacan with a knowledgeable local guide, then be welcomed into a family home to share some authentic dishes bursting with local flavours. In your spare time, simply chill out with a tequila or two and let this city’s ambience take over. |
Take a fun-filled trip to Mexico and have every whim taken care of by the Riu Vallarta! This all-inclusive resort caters to any kind of travelers every need, and offers amazing activities that range from simple fitness classes and poolside fun to snorkeling, kayaking, catamarans, and more! Children can engage with live performances and entertainment throughout the day and adults can unwind by the pool, with a drink if they like! The party keeps going as the sun sinks below the horizon as well! All-inclusive also means access to the hotel's bars and club, Pacha, where music turns the party up to 10 and drinks flow freely. Enjoy your fun in the sun at this resort with every want met! Helpful links for travel to Mexico: |
Day 1 Mexico City
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Mexico City. Check in to your hotel, where a welcome pack will be waiting for you. This will include all the information you need for your Short Break Adventure. If you have free time today, why not venture into the streets and check out this incredible city. Modern meets ancient in Mexico City – one of the world's largest urban centres. Although crowded and smoggy, D.F. (Distrito Federal) offers a great variety of impressive museums, galleries and architecture, along with exciting night life and delicious street food. Why not head to the Zocalo – the city's huge central square – to see Aztec ruins and colonial architecture or relax in one of the many parks, plazas and gardens.
Day 2 Mexico City
Pick up the rest of your travel mates today and head out of town by public transport, experiencing how locals move about this crowded city. Hop off at the archaeological area of the Teotihuacan pyramids and explore the grounds. Visit the Moon Pyramid, the Calzada de los Muertos (Dead Pass), and the 63-m-high Sun Pyramid, the tallest and most spectacular in the area. Next, head to a nearby village and stop by a family-run business where you’ll learn about obsidian – the material that the Teotihuacan people use to make their tools, idols and decorations. You’ll also get to sip pulque (an ancient sacred drink), considered by some as the great-grandfather of tequila! After working up an appetite, be welcomed into a family home for a memorable lunch where you’ll be served authentic dishes bursting with local flavours and plenty of Mexican hospitality. After lunch, head back to Mexico City.
Day 3 Mexico City
Have breakfast this morning and then take some time to refresh and pack up, before checking out of your hotel. You can leave your luggage here this morning, before heading out on today’s final adventures. Your guide will pick you up from the hotel, at 10 am, for an epic journey of exploration through Mexico’s incredible capital. Let your expert guide bring 700 years of history back to life as you uncover little-known facts and hidden hotspots, from Aztecs to art, in one of the biggest cities in the Americas. Head into the heart of Mexico City – the Plaza de la Constitucion – and hear about the remains of an ancient city located under the modern metropolis. Visit iconic sites like the Templo Mayor and the Metropolitan Cathedral – the biggest cathedral on the continent – and see one of Diego Rivera's most famous murals at Museo Mural. Head to the fresh food stalls at Mercado San Juan and shop for snacks and souvenirs. Wander through the Palace of Fine Arts (Palacio de Bellas Artes) and when you’re finished, your guide will lead you back to your hotel, where your trip will come to an end.
Day 1 Welcome to Mexico!
Welcome to Mexico! Enjoy a quick transfer to your resort, the Riu Vallarta, which will be your upgraded home for the remainder of your vacation! Drop off your bags, grab a drink, and explore the grounds a bit to see what available activities you want to try first.
Day 2 Vallarta
With so many activities available, picking which one you want to do is the hardest part of your vacation! You could take fitness classes, or have a bit more freestyle fun with kayaking, body boarding, windsurfing, scuba diving, and more! For those looking for something a little more lowkey, there is also a sauna and spa with a variety of treatments available.
Day 3 Vallarta
With the on-site club and several bars, cut loose and enjoy the nightlife of the resort! Not only does the hotel provide music around the bars and club for dancing, but they also have themed parties and live shows. Check out whats available when you get there to pick out a few nights you don't want to miss.
Day 4 Vallarta
Today is your last full day of vacation! Make the most of it by trying out any activities you had your eye on and treating yourself to all of your favorite things.
Day 5 Depart Mexico
Snap a selfie with your new tan, pack your bags, and head to the airport to catch your flight home.
