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Introducing Mexico

Make the most of your time in Mexico.
Mexico is a vast and surprising destination. Yes, it has beautiful beaches and endless stretches of Pacific and Caribbean coast—but it also boasts 35,000 archaeological sites, 10% of the world’s biodiversity, and more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country in the Americas. It's a cultural melting pot of more than 50 indigenous ethnic groups, with endless tradition (and endless incredible cuisine). There's a side of Mexico to suit every traveler—let us help you find yours.

When is the best time to visit?
Seasons in Mexico vary from region to region. On the Yucatán Peninsula, December-April is when the weather is warm and dry. It's also the most crowded and expensive time to go. We recommend May-June, when crowds have thinned and the rainy season has yet to arrive. The same goes for Mexico's Pacific coast. For other parts of the country, like Puebla or Mexico City, May-October is the wet season—you can expect rain almost every day. Ask your specialist for more on what to expect during your visit. Learn more

Where should you go?
For ancient history, you can't do better than the Yucatán—archaeological sites here include the iconic Chichen Itzá, Ek Balam, and many more. This is an especially good area for a self-drive tour. If you're interested in community-based activities, engage in local culture with village visits to Chunhuhub or Nuevo Durango

Oaxaca is world famous for its culture, cuisine, and world-famous surfing beaches—and if culture is what you're after, you'll also want to put Mexico City, Puebla, and other colonial cities such as San Miguel de Allende on your list. Chiapas, San Luis Potosi, and Veracruz are access points to Mexico's natural world—think waterfalls, rivers, and deep jungle. The biosphere reserves such as Sian Ka’an and Calakmul are also outdoor adventure destinations.

How many days do you need?
Have we mentioned yet that Mexico is a big country? The more days you can spend, the better. With 5 days, stick to Mexico City and Puebla, or pick another region to immerse in—Oaxaca, Chiapas, or Veracruz make good stand-alone trips. Ten days means you can comfortably visit the Yucatán, combining it with either Campeche and Riviera Maya or Chiapas. A trip through the colonial cities would also be possible in 10 days.

The lucky travelers with 2 weeks (or more) will get to experience the diversity that defines Mexico, visiting several regions with different ecosystems and ethnic groups. Start in Baja California Sur and make your way to Chepe, pair Puerto Vallarta with Guadalajara, or dive into Oaxaca, Puebla, and Mexico City.

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Mexico Tours & Itineraries

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El Chiflón waterfalls, Chiapas
Map of Highlights of Chiapas - 10 Days
Highlights of Chiapas - 10 Days

Experience the best of Chiapas with this 10-day itinerary. Start with a mix of nature and culture in San Cristobal de las Casas with a walking tour of the city and day trips to Sumidero Canyon and Montebello Lakes National Park. From there, spend four nights in Palenque, where you’ll visit craft markets and archeological sites, and learn about the indigenous Tzotzil people.

The Church of San Servacio in the city of Valladolid
Map of Mexico City & Riviera Maya - 10 Days
Mexico City & Riviera Maya - 10 Days

This off-the-beaten-track adventure kicks off in Mexico City, where you'll learn the area's pre-Colombian history and visit mysterious temples built by the Aztecs and Mayans. From here, fly to the Riviera Maya to ramble in the colonial streets of Valladolid, dine on fresh cuisine, and chill out on the Caribbean Sea. Expect private guides and transportation throughout (except for your free day in Tulum).

Parque Labastida in the historic center of Oaxaca, Mexico
Map of Magical Oaxaca & the Pacific Coast - 10 Days
Magical Oaxaca & the Pacific Coast - 10 Days

Explore the cultural and natural highlights of Oaxaca on this ten-day itinerary around the region. You'll explore colorful marketplaces, see a 2,000-year-old tree, feel the spray of crystal-blue waterfalls, visit traditional villages in the Northern Highlands, learn how to make mole in a private cooking class, and spend the last few days on Oaxaca's idyllic Pacific beaches.

A colorful street in San Miguel de Allende
Map of Mexico's Ultimate Culture Tour - 14 Days
Mexico's Ultimate Culture Tour - 14 Days

This exciting Mexican road trip covers a whopping number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites—perfect for culture enthusiasts. Starting in Mexico City, you'll visit historic colonial towns, architectural sites, nature parks, and gorgeous interiors while making your way to both coasts with free time each evening to explore markets, restaurants, and art galleries on your own. This two-week itinerary is best suited for those who like to be on the move (a private driver and transfers are included).

Discover the vast Maya city of Uxmal on the Puuc Route
Map of Highlights of Mexico: From Mexico City to the Riviera Maya - 14 Days
Highlights of Mexico: From Mexico City to the Riviera Maya - 14 Days

Step back in time on this two-week itinerary highlighting ancient Aztec and Maya ruins. Along the way, you'll explore Mexico City, the colonial towns of Valladolid and Mérida, and the turquoise waters of the Riviera Maya. Other adventures include snorkeling in freshwater cenotes, hiking up pre-Hispanic pyramids, and meeting with Indigenous locals to learn about Maya history and culture.

A cenote on the Yucatán Peninsula
Map of Culture & the Great Outdoors on the Yucatán Peninsula - 7 Days
Culture & the Great Outdoors on the Yucatán Peninsula - 7 Days

On this colorful trip plan, you'll experience Mexican culture in an authentic way. See the highlights of the Yucatán Peninsula, visit the archaeological sites of Chichen Itzá, Cobá, and  Xcambó, and view flamingos at Río Lagartos before finishing up in Mérida, where you'll go on a kayak tour and relax on the beach.

Make the Most of Your Time in Mexico

Have a fixed number of days? Maximize the things to see and do during your visit
Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
How Many Days to Spend in Mexico

Five days is just enough time to enjoy the highlights of one region in Mexico. With a full week or 10 days, you can combine three or four areas to create an eclectic...

Cenote Dos Ojos on the Yucatán Peninsula
Map of 1 Week in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
1 Week in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

If you have a week to spend in Mexico, you can do a deep dive into one region like the Riviera Maya, or hop between two cultural hubs like Mexico City and Oaxaca. Explore the...

Ruins in Tulum
Map of 10 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

If you have 10 days to spend in Mexico, you have time to mix cultural sightseeing with outdoor activities, culinary tours, and relaxing on the beach. Focus your time on Mexico...

Mexico Travel Advice

Read our detailed insights to make sure you have the best trip
Steps of the Temple of Kukulcán
The Ideal Day at Chichen Itza

Whether you’re peeling yourself off of your Cancun beach chair after four straight days of sun or just arrived in the Yucatan, the towering structures of Chichen Itza are...

Best Experiences in Mexico

Unique things to do, curated by kimkim specialists
Chichén Itzá
Sunrise at Chichén Itzá
Private
Rise early and chase the sunrise to the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Sunrise is an incredibly special time to explore this cluster of Mayan ruins, as you'll have the space nearly all to yourself and can enjoy it...
Chichén Itzá
Explore Chichén Itzá
Private
Explore the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. With the help of a local guide, you'll make your way through this historical indigenous city, once the most revered center of worship and pilgrimage in the Yucatan...
Playa del Carmen
Seafood Tasting Walking Tour
3 hours
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Small group
Meet your English-speaking guide in Playa del Carmen for a three-hour gastronomic walking tour focusing on local seafood delights. Begin by exploring a top pescadería and tostadería, sampling fresh and flavorful dishes alongside unique drinks. Continue to three renowned seafood restaurants, where...

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Visit the villages, meet the locals, and marvel at the beauty of Mexico's Copper Canyon
Map of Culture, Nature & Adventure in Mexico: Topolobampo, El Fuerte, Copper Canyon & Chihuahua - 8 Days
Culture, Nature & Adventure in Mexico: Topolobampo, El Fuerte, Copper Canyon & Chihuahua - 8 Days

Discover the best of Mexico's Sinaloa and Copper Canyon regions in just over a week. Start with dolphin spotting in Topolobampo Bay before continuing to El Fuerte for a walking tour of its historic center. Then, hop on the "El Chepe" scenic train to Cerocahui and marvel at the enormity and depth of the copper-green canyon ravines. Other highlights include extreme ziplining in Parque Barrancas, exploring the Valley of the Mushrooms, and visiting a Mennonite farm for lunch on your way to Chihuahua.

Look up at the towering rock formations in the Valley of the Monks and wait for sunset
Map of Historic Towns & Natural Wonders in Northern Mexico - 5 Days
Historic Towns & Natural Wonders in Northern Mexico - 5 Days

This action-packed, five-day itinerary offers a mix of cultural and scenic experiences. Start with a guided tour of Chihuahua's historic center to see landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral. Then, transfer to Creel to discover the Copper Canyon and its natural wonders, such as the Valley of the Monks. Continue to Posada Barrancas, where you can zipline over the canyon before boarding the luxurious Chepe Express. After the scenic train ride, explore El Fuerte's historic center on a walking tour.

Photograph the colorful architecture of Puebla and other historic cities on this 15-day tour
Map of Discovery Tour of Mexico: Historic Cities, Cultural Excursions & Traditional Cuisine - 15 Days
Discovery Tour of Mexico: Historic Cities, Cultural Excursions & Traditional Cuisine - 15 Days

Explore the best of Mexico's history, culture, and gastronomy on this 15-day tour. Start in Mexico City, where you'll stroll the Centro Histórico and cruise the canals of Xochimilco in traditional boats. Then, you're off to the colorful town of Guanajuato, home to the 17th-century Basilica of Guanajuato Cathedral. See the colonial architecture of San Miguel de Allende, learn to make mole in Puebla, and end with a mezcal tasting and guided biking excursion through the art-filled streets of Oaxaca.

Mexico Travel Maps

Get the lay of land, and understand distances between the places you want to visit
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10 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Map 2 Weeks in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Map 7 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
7 Days in Mexico - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Mexico
Travel specialist Charlotte Melun
active 3 hours ago

Charlotte Melun

Originally from France and cosmopolitan by nature, I love discovering the world. After many trips to the four corners of the world and living in different countries, I fell in love with Mexico....

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Travel specialist Hugo Romero
active 3 hours ago

Hugo Romero

Hi, I'm Hugo, and I’d be thrilled to help you plan your dream trip! With over 13 years of experience helping travelers on their plans and 7 years of living abroad, I’m passionate about sharing my...

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Travel specialist Diego Olivares
active 7 days ago

Diego Olivares

My name is Diego, I'm Mexican, I live in Mexico City and I'm a local specialist at Rutopía, Kim Kim's local partner agency. I like to travel while generating a positive impact on my country's...

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Travel specialist Ana Sofía Lanz
active 2 hours ago

Ana Sofía Lanz

Hi! I'm proudly Mexican and deeply passionate about helping people discover and fall in love with Mexico—just like I have. I love getting excited with my travelers, as if I were going on the...

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Trip Reviews for Mexico

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula
Mexico | Feb 21 - Feb 28, 2026

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Ann H.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Mar 03, 2026
We had an absolutely fantastic experience working with Kimkim travel. I had never heard of this company, which made me rather hesitant. I was immediately put at ease by their direct communication and responsiveness from start to finish. Hugo Romero, our incredible travel agent, listened very carefully to our interests and responded quickly as our plans evolved. His accessibility via email and video call made the process tangible, reassuring and exciting. Ibis, our “travel companion”, was... Read more

We had an absolutely fantastic experience working with Kimkim travel. I had never heard of this company, which made me rather hesitant. I was immediately put at ease by their direct communication and responsiveness from start to finish. Hugo Romero, our incredible travel agent, listened very carefully to our interests and responded quickly as our plans evolved. His accessibility via email and video call made the process tangible, reassuring and exciting. Ibis, our “travel companion”, was truly amazing. Before our trip we had a wonderful phone call to iron out details of the itinerary. She made it clear that she was available to us for any questions or concerns. She was in contact with us every day, making sure that each transition was seamless and that our every concern was addressed. Our drivers and guides were all very professional, knowledgeable and reliable.

Hugo created an amazing experience that allowed us to appreciate the stunning beauty and rich culture of the Yucatan Peninsula. The specific experiences were all beyond our expectations. Our amazing tour of Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve was filled with incredible wildlife encounters and was followed by a delicious meal in the home of our captain. His wonderful family welcomed us with such kindness that it felt like an all-to-short home stay. Our guide at Chichén Itza was a lovely elderly Mayan gentleman who shared his deep passion and knowledge. Our time in the Mayan community of Yaxunah was phenomenal. It was a privilege to be in this beautiful setting, learning of the history and traditions surrounding the preparation of delicious Cochinita Pib. Meters away was the Lol Ha cenote, where we were the only ones swimming in this peaceful, magical place.

Our trip coincided with an unfortunate moment of unrest following the death of a cartel leader. While we never felt any personal risk, we decided to end our trip early as there were shelter-in-place orders along the Mayan Riviera, which was to be our next destination. Ibis and Hugo were both reassuring of our safety and understanding of our decision. They supported us completely as we revised our travel plans. Due to their great effort and the generosity of the tour operators, we were reimbursed for all our missed activities. While we were saddened to miss out on the experiences, it was beyond reassuring to feel that this travel company was looking out for our best interests and responsive to our every need. I can say with great confidence that we look forward to working with them in the future as we are eager to return to Mexico.

Local specialist: Hugo Romero

I would like to give a Big Thank You to Luz, ...
Mexico | Feb 17 - Feb 24, 2026

Harvey
Harvey B.
Santa Monica, CA | Reviewed on Mar 01, 2026

I would like to give a Big Thank You to Luz, our local contact. It was like she was right behind us all the time making sure we had a memorable and safe experience. We was very reachable and responsive. A great problem solver and a pleasure to work with.

All the drivers were prompt and most were friendly. Our driver guide for the trip to the butterflies was Pablo and we spent a wonderful 11 hours with him. All the other local guides were very knowledgeable and some had interesting backgrounds.

Local specialist: Hugo Romero

The Yucatan made easy!
Mexico | Feb 23 - Feb 27, 2026

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Raquel A.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Our trip was very well organized, with drivers and guides on time and completely knowledgeable. Our guides in Izamal, Chichen Itza and Meridad were outstanding! The drivers were excellent as well! The Hacienda Merida was a gem of a hotel, located in the heart of the Historic District. The rooms were very spacious and colonial style, with a delicious breakfast. El Meson del Marques in Valladolid was lacking. The location is excellent, but rooms are tiny, with no amenities at all! Not... Read more

Our trip was very well organized, with drivers and guides on time and completely knowledgeable. Our guides in Izamal, Chichen Itza and Meridad were outstanding! The drivers were excellent as well! The Hacienda Merida was a gem of a hotel, located in the heart of the Historic District. The rooms were very spacious and colonial style, with a delicious breakfast. El Meson del Marques in Valladolid was lacking. The location is excellent, but rooms are tiny, with no amenities at all! Not even a bathroom hook! Kind of disappointing, although their restaurant is outstanding! Much, much better than the two recommendations we got for Museo de la Gastronomica in Merida and El Atrio del Mayab in Valladolid. Our excursion to Rio Largartos was special, as was Ek Balam! A special shout-out to Luz Ma, who helped me greatly all during the trip, with questions and concerns I had. She went out of her way to be in touch with me immediately and make everything right. I would definitely recommend Kimkim for anyone looking to go to Mexico. Thank you for all of your help in making my trip so special.

Hotel Reviews
El Mesón del Marqués
Valladolid

This hotel gets three stars because of its location. The hotel is nice looking, with lots of trees and plants all around, but the rooms are sorely lacking in everything! Uncomfortable beds and pillows, no hooks in the bathroom, tiny rooms, etc. I requested and paid for a "balcony" room, and got a "Juliet" balcony room. No room for a chair to sit! Was disappointed. The restaurant is outstanding and wished I had eaten there for dinner, instead of the recommendation we got.

Authenticity & Character
Lots of things!
Location
Heart of the city.
Staff
The front desk reception was lacking in knowledge and not helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bad beds/pillows.
Hacienda Merida
Mérida

Beautiful, colonial style mansion, in the heart of the Historic District. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, the staff friendly and accommodating and the breakfast was fresh and delicious! Would definitely stay here again!

Authenticity & Character
Character, beauty, details.
Location
The best location in the heart of the Historic District.
Staff
Friendly and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were very comfortable, bathroom was large and stocked, all perfect.
Activity Reviews
Ek Balam Archaeological Site & swim in a cenote
Ek Balam Archaeological Site & swim in a cenote
Mexico

Mayan ruin in the jungle! Again, try to get here as early as possible, as it gets very hot in there! Climbed and walked around and then to the cenote and lunch, which is on the same premises. Lunch was EXCELLENT and the cenote is huge and beautiful!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Chichén Itzá, Wonder of the Maya World
Visit Chichén Itzá, Wonder of the Maya World
Mexico

What can you say about this?! Outstanding! Be there at 8am when the gates open. It takes about 2 1/2 hours to really see the place, which is bigger than you think. All kinds of vendors waiting to get in at 8am as well. Lots of bathroom facilities around too. EXCELLENT guide here! We really had a great time here. The total Mayan experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
A pink-ish day at Río Lagartos & Las Coloradas
A pink-ish day at Río Lagartos & Las Coloradas
Mexico

It takes a while to get there, 2 1/2 hours, but worth it! You take a small boat far into the bay to see all kinds of birds, crocodiles, etc. Had lunch in the Captains house, locally done. Interesting.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Yellow Izamal: the City of Hills
Explore Yellow Izamal: the City of Hills
Mexico

A very cool experience, small town, great guide, nice ruin you can climb for a view. Definitely worthwhile!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
City Tour of Merida: The White City
City Tour of Merida: The White City
Mérida

Excellent tour guide with tons of knowledge and information! Showed us the biggest local market, explained everything we were looking at, walked up to monuments, museums, etc. Highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dining recommendations in Mérida
Mérida

Unfortunately, we did not like the two dining recommendations we were given: Museo del Gastronomica and El Atrio del Mayab. Very mediocre food. Do not understand why so many people are there.

Quality of Experience
All activities and drivers were where they were supposed to be.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
All very knowledgeable, spoke very good English, friendly and helpful.
Transport
Clean, friendly, knowledgeable, on time.
Local specialist: Hugo Romero

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