Kick off your journey in vibrant Mexico City, check in at the beautiful – chic Pug Seal Hotel in Polanco, and enjoy tasting local dishes and national cocktails that pair beautifully with lively music and top-notch service at Cantina 20. Then visit Val’Quirico town, and check in at Villa Toscana, an Italian Spanish impregnated microcosmos that will transport you to medieval times. Wake up to the awe inspiring views of the Popocatepetl and Malinche volcanoes, and breathe in the scent of lavender fields that surround the property while you immerse yourself in a mediterranean way of life with a Mexican flavor.
Experience of a Lifetime
Day by Day
Day 1:
- Arrive at Mexico City International Airport.
- Transfer to Pug Seal Hotel in Mexico City’s Polanco district.
- Free time to explore the vibrant Polanco area.
- Dinner on your own.
Day 2:
- Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the hotel.
- Spend the day exploring Mexico City’s museums, historical sites, shops, and parks.
- In the evening, visit Cantina La No. 20 for an elegant tasting menu.
Day 3:
- Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Val’Quirico (Tlaxcala) via the Puebla highway (2-hour drive).
- Check-in at Villa Toscana in Val’Quirico.
- Explore the beautiful town and its squares.
- Dinner on your own.
Day 4:
- Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the hotel.
- Experience the Equestrian Experience at Villa Toscana, followed by a delicious tasting menu at La Catrina restaurant.
Day 5:
- Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Atlixco, a historical magical town near Puebla (35-minute drive).
- Check-in at Alquería de Carrión, a historical hotel boutique.
- Explore the historical town and its main square.
- Dinner on your own.
Day 6:
- Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit a local nursery and the John Naka Bonsai Museum in Atlixco.
- Immerse yourself in the beautiful nature and learn about different plant species.
- Dinner on your own.
Day 7:
- Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Mexico City International Airport (2-hour drive).
- Departure from Mexico City.
Please note that dinner is not included on certain days, allowing you the freedom to explore local dining options. Feel free to customize the itinerary according to your preferences and add any additional activities or sightseeing you may be interested in.
What's included
What's not included
- International Airfare into Mexico
- Local transportation when exploring on your own. We recommend asking your hotel to recommend the best mode of transportation depending on your destination.
- Tips for Experiences
- Meals and activities not indicated on your itinerary
Starting from $2699, 2N Mexico City, 2N Valquirico (Tlaxcala) 2N Atlixco (Puebla) (7D/6N)
Your Suggested Itinerary:
Tasting Menu at Cantina La No. 20
Sink your teeth into Mexican culture, literally and figuratively. The stylish Cantina La No. 20, located in the posh Polanco district of Mexico City, offers a tasting menu to delight all the senses. Feast on contemporary yet traditional dishes that will bring Mexican culture to life.
Temazcal Ritual & Massage at Pug Seal Boutique B&B, Polanco
In an oasis in the center of Mexico’s capital, indulge in the purifying, pre-Hispanic ritual known as a Temazcal. Inside Pug Seal’s garden, enter this hot steam bath of hot volcanic stones and healing herbs. Finish the ritual with your choice of massage in the modern spa.
Equestrian Experience with a Catrina Tasting Menu at Villa Toscana
Awaken your inner child and get up close with Villa Toscana’s beloved horses that spark joy everywhere they go. Be picked up by a horse-drawn carriage to your suite and explore the cobblestone town streets and countryside on horseback. Experience firsthand the special connection between humans and horses, and why it’s so positive and relaxing to be around them. Join the property’s horse whisperers feeding and bathing your new equine friends in gratitude for a day of fun, wonder and serenity. To end your experience on a high note, savor a delightful and artistic tasting menu at the main square’s La Catrina restaurant.
Eternal Spring Bonsai Museum and Nursery Workshop
Known as the land of eternal spring, Atlixco has the perfect climate and scenery to experience a sensorial feast for those who love and appreciate nature. Visit and contemplate a local nursery as you learn and get a closer look into various flower and plant species such as violets, orchids, or bougainvilleas. Reconnect with nature and recognize all the different colors and fragrances. This experience is a true walking meditation every step of the way. Before you leave, you will take some flowers with you as a living souvenir of beautiful Atlixco and a reminder of how precious life is. We’ll also take you to the fascinating John Naka Bonsai Museum where you’ll be able to learn all about the species that grow in these lands and how to take good care of them.