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Mexico City is experiencing a well-deserved renaissance in interest. In recent years, travelers dismissed Mexico's capital because of this grand city's problems with crime, pollution, and out-of-control growth. Now that these unsavory trends have begun to be reversed, the culturally curious are rediscovering what originally led so many to this magnificent place. I love Mexico City, with all of its urban energy and historic and cultural treasures. Although many compare it to the great cities of Europe, I find it a singular experience. Along with city sophistication, you also find riots of color, a constant background of music, and an endearing mix of the majestically ancient with the irresistibly new. Read More

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Mexico Volcano Expedition
Alaska Mountain Guides
from $2300, 10 days
Mexico's volcanoes offer an exciting trip for individuals seeking the challenges of climbing at moderate altitude amidst an interesting cultural...
Highlights of Mexico and Guatemala
World Expeditions
from $3490, 11 days
This journey traces the main archaeological and cultural attractions of Central America. The Mayan culture is immediately apparent near Mexico City...
iExplore Southern Mexico & Yucatan Peninsula
IExplore
from $2025, 10 days
Almost 500 years on, the impact of Spanish conquistadores can be seen in the tall, ornate churches that crown the hillsides and plazas of Mexico's...
Mexicana Discovery
Tucan Travel
from $1000, 14 days
A great trip across the heart of the ancient Aztec and Mayan empires from Mexico City to the popular international resort of Cancun. You'll be...
Mexico Monarch Butterfly Trail
G.A.P Adventures
from $749, 10 days
Experience one of the most impressive natural phenomenon by some of the most unlikely of creatures - the monarch butterfly or mariposas. From the...