The Mexico Guide

Discover Mexico's countryside in this visit to quiet, picturesque Copala, a 419-year-old storybook village in the foothills of the Sierra Madre. You will also visit the village of Concordia, famous for hand-carved furniture and pottery.

Spend a day in the "Silver City" of Taxco, one of Mexico's most picturesque and charming towns. See the sights, enjoy a delicious lunch, shop for silver and artwork, and stroll the cobblestone streets of the main plaza.

Explore Mexico City and its major attractions, including the Main Square, the National Palace, Diego Rivera murals, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and Chapultepec Park.

Travel through Cuernavaca, the famous summer resort of Mexico's elite, on the way to Taxco, a quaint cobblestone colonial village. Visit Taxco's fine silver factories, the Main Square, and the famous Santa Prisca Church.

Xochimilco—the native Nahuatl word for "flower land"—lives up to its representative name. On this tour, you'll sail past the agricultural fields surrounded by the area's picturesque canals and floating gardens—chinampas. Then, get back to your cultural studies with a visit to the University of Mexico, home to several of Diego Rivera's murals.

Pre-Colombian history and architecture are the theme of this combination tour. Your first stop will be the historical town of Puebla, where you’ll explore the main square, the cathedral, the House of Alfeñique and more. Then, travel to Cholula, an archeological hot-spot and home to the Great Pyramid, Mexico's largest.

On this journey via Jeep, experience a part of Mexico that, due to its remote location, has preserved its past for centuries.

This guided historical and ecological tour explores the San Blas area of Mexico's Nayarit state.

Explore two of the most popular sights in Playa del Carmen on this full-day excursion. Tulum—one of the most remarkable of the Mayan ruins—is a breathtaking site located on the blue-green waters of the Caribbean Sea. Home to a labyrinth of waterways and jungle paths, Xel-Ha is the largest natural aquarium in Mexico.

Just southeast of Guadalajara, where the scenery is postcard-worthy and villages dot the landscape, lies Mexico's largest lake—Lake Chapala. On this day tour, visit the lake and its surrounding town, peruse the local craft shops, and see why Ajijic and Chapala have attracted the largest community of U.S. citizens outside of the U.S.

Lace up your comfortable walking shoes—you're headed for the streets of the oldest city in North America. This guided tour offers a great orientation to the former Aztec capital for both first-timers and those already familiar with the super-size city. You'll walk by the towering column holding the Angel of Independence, the impressive monuments along Juarez Avenue, the Templo Mayor, and much more.

Dive into Mexico’s newest underwater experience: SNUBA! No experience is needed. You’ll be exploring the amazing Mexican Caribbean after a 15-minute lesson.

Enjoy a welcome from a Mariachi band and then taste the real traditions of Mexican cuisine with a buffet dinner. A folkloric ballet troupe—performing songs and dances from the different states of México—entertains the night away.

Buy your phone minutes in advance! Your Call Home electronic International Prepaid Phone card is a convenient way to stay in touch with your family and friends when traveling abroad.

Looking for some local knowledge for your next trip to Mexico? Then download the services of a top-notch travel guide directly to your digital audio player. These entertaining audio programs are the perfect supplement to any Mexican vacation.

Hop on the innovative, self-balancing Segway for a tour around of Mexico City. With just a few minutes of instruction you can zip around beautiful parks, along streets, and past historical buildings.

Olé! The shoreline may be Aruba but the atmosphere inside the catamaran is pure Mexico. Dance to a live Mariachi band as you sip Mexican-inspired drink and indulge in a delicious dinner buffet.

Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Madre Mountains, San Sebastian offers a glimpse into the beauty of unspoiled Mexico. Get away from the hustle and bustle and discover for yourself what makes this remote mountain enclave worth visiting.