Golden Circle Tour
Joined 2022
11 day, 10 night tour starting in Mexico City with visit to Teotihuacan Pyramids and city's highlights. Drive through amazing landscapes, cities, beautiful beaches, a magical town and back to Mexico City " a circle route". Cozy 3 star hotels, mostly family run, quiet. Entrances to archaeological sites, breakfasts & lunches, insurance, snacks-water and guidance included. Minimum 4, Maximum 10 guests. An alternative adventure with local guide and some of Mexico's best spots!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Day 1: Teotihuacan Pyramids
Previous night already payed in your schedule. Early pick up at hotel. Transport in air-con minivan. Admire astonishing pyramids and frescoes 2,000 years old while you listen about this amazing culture often compared with the Egyptians. Dinner at site. Back to enjoy free afternoon in the city.
Day 2: Mexico City's highlights
Transport to main interesting sites. Lovely walkings! Time to stroll along ancient, modern & trendy areas full of culture, shopping and stories...
Day 3: Puebla City and arrival to Oaxaca City
Departure in air-con minivan to Puebla's center to admire beautiful architecture. Lunch. Continue to Oaxaca City. Free evening.
Day 4:Oaxaca City
Enjoy this amazing city including Montealban archaeological site, delicious food and charming streets.
Day 5: Depart to a gorgeous beach on Oaxaca State's coast!
We will drive across a beautiful mountain range sometimes at an altitude of almost 3,000 meters with exceptional views and changes in nature, arriving at the coast at mid day so you still will have plenty of time to accomodate at your hotel and go for a swim at the ocean, enjoy food, sun and relax, relax, relax!
Day 6: Beach!
Plenty of things to do or... not to do! You can just relax and watch the sunrise, the kissing beaches (because two beaches are joined by a beautiful geography), swim a bit and get that tan or... you can wake up early, go jogging, have your breakfast and explore nearby beaches!
Day 7: Beach!
This is your "basecamp" from where you can do as much as you like, from relaxing to visiting nearby beaches, exploring famous Punta Cometa, a rocky formation that ends in the sea and that divides astonishing swimmable beaches with almost no people. Also you can explore different front beach restaurants & bars for sipping a drink and taste Mexican or International cuisine.
Day 8: Beach!
Besides the wonderful alternatives of almost empty nearby beaches, excelent food and great landscapes, you could take a boat for snorkeling, whale watching (on season) or just admire the coast from the sea. There are also tours for visiting a crocodile farm, waterfalls and do jungle treks. All of this extra tours are not included but don't worry, we know the people there and can arrange quite affordable prices for you!
Day 9: Depart to a beautiful open sea beach where we can see the night sky as in a movie! Or to Acapulco.
Time to enjoy your breakfast and board our minivan heading for a great open sea beach where you can not swim. Instead you can walk along and see a lot of marine birds,admire big waves and at night watch the stars as probably you have never seen them before (of course, provided it's not cloudy!) Anyway, the feeling of being at this place is a unique experience also because of the sounds of the nearby jungle. But don't worry about all this naturness, you'll sleep at a very cozy hotel with great service and food!
Day 10: Depart to Taxco Magical Town
Arrive at this world famous spot between mountains, where cobbled stone streets, colonial architecture and world class handicrafts await for you. Time to stroll thorugh town and enjoy food & scenery.
Day 11: Depart to Mexico City
Return to Mexico City. We can depart around 12 o'clock so you can have time for that last photo shooting, shopping, wake up a bit later and take it easy. Mexico City is only 2.5 hours away and we'll arrive with enough time for you to accomodate at your cozy hotel (same one as you had on your first night) This is where/when your Golden Circle Tour finishes and you have this night already payed
Ending Point
At your hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
10 nights at cozy hotels
Airport transfer
Land private Transport (Volkswagen Tiguan 5 seats or similar van according to number of guests). Highway tolls, gasoline fee & parking.
All breakfasts & lunches
All entries to archaeological sites
All excursion
Insurance
Snacks, water
Guidance
Arrival/Departure to/from Mexico City
Dinners
Drinks
Extra tours
Tour Important Information
Comfortable walking shoes. Hat or cap. Sunblock. Swimming suit, Small backpack.
Important message from the supplier
I can work with a single guest, a couple or as much as 10 guests per tour, in order to give a better personal experience. I can guide all across the country!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Rafael G.
I've been guiding family and friends in Mexico for over 30 years, arranging tours, van rentals, accomodation, excursions, archaeological visits, museums, etc., Now I completed my official general guide course in order to be certified by the government to guide national & international guests. I love my country, its culture, history, etc. and know a lot of interesting facts besides the normal guidance for tourists. I've travelled extensively across the country and love to share my knowledge because it's like rediscovering everythin again!
Reviews
Stan B.
“A fabulous guide!”
We recently spent three and a half unforgettable days touring Mexico City with Rafael, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, it was clear that Rafael is not your average tour guide — his incredible depth of knowledge in history, art, archaeology, and culture brought every site to life. Rafael is naturally curious, intellectual, and personable, making every conversation insightful and engaging. He crafted a fabulous, well-balanced itinerary, filled with variety, so that each day offered something new — from the world-class museums and ancient ruins to churches, political landmarks, and hidden gems that most tourists would never find. We shared several meals together at spots that truly captured the culture, music, and culinary heart of Mexico City, adding so much richness to the experience. By the end of the trip, what began as a tour guide-client relationship had evolved into newfound friendship, exploring this amazing city together. If you're intellectually curious and truly want to immerse yourself in the history, culture, and vibrant life of Mexico City, Rafael is the guide you want by your side. He is simply fantastic.
Rafael G.
I can not thank you enough for this review Stan and Debbie. I'm very grateful and hope to see you again. We also feel like having found new meaningful friends!
Carolyne M.
“Go with Raphael”
Rafael is a personable, knowledgable and perceptive guide. He has a broad knowledge of Mexican and global cultures. He is creative and receptive to his clients interests, priorities and stamina. We laughed a lot and traded many stories. He is an excellent communicator and our visits to Centro Historico and Teotihaucan were enriched by his guidance. He is generous with his time. We highly recommend his guidance.
Rafael G.
Thanks so much for everything Carolyne. Meeting you was such a special time in my profession... I wish you both the best of times for the rest of your trip in Mexico.
Monika S.
“Great Experience with a great Tour Guide!”
Rafael was super flexible, had vast knowledge of the city and always ready to help whichever way he could. We were a party of 6 senior citizens - he kept up with our speed and likings. I had an emergency knee surgery 2 weeks prior to the scheduled trip, but decided to go with the mindset that I would visit whatever I can with my limitations. Rafael arranged for a wheelchair and a very sweet and caring young person (Luis) through his contacts (unbelievable!) and because of this arrangement I did not miss a thing! We are truly grateful! He covered all the places on our wishlist plus suggested places for our free time. With his suggestions we visited local markets, Art Fairs and various charming neighborhoods. He also recommended some great restaurants and joined us for some meals. We highly recommend him.
Rafael G.
Hi Monika! Thanks very very much for your kind comments. As I said, you have gained a friend in Mexico. I appreciate very much your comments here. Please send my best and warm regards to all your sweet relatives... Gracias amiga!
$3,800/ per person
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