CULTURAL WONDERS OF MEXICO NATURAL HIGHLIGHTS OF COSTA RICA

Above: Mexico City’s Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Highlights

• Take a walking tour of Mexico City, and discover the pre-Aztec ruins of Teotihuacán.

• Taste an array of homemade Oaxacan dishes, learning about indigenous cooking techniques and ingredients.

Mexico is a feast for the senses—the sounds of chaotic Mexico City, the sights of mysterious civilizations, the fiery flavors of regional cuisine. Experience the many faces of this intriguing country, from pre-Hispanic landmarks to avant-garde art and thriving nightlife.

DAYS 1–3 | MEXICO CITY, MEXICO

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included. The next day, discover Mexico City on foot. Opt to visit a museum, or tour the murals of Diego Rivera. Tour the pre-Aztec ruins of Teotihuacán, and opt to visit the Torre Latinoamericana skyscraper, or catch a Mexican wrestling match.

DAYS 4–5 | MEXICO CITY/PUEBLA

Take a sunrise float through the ancient Xochimilco canals. Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum; then continue to colonial Puebla. Attend a pottery demonstration, and enjoy free time to visit a market, take a food tour, or discover the Great Pyramid of Cholula.

DAYS 6–7 | OAXACA

Visit an artisan community to learn about alebrijes—wooden folk figurines. Discover the culinary delights of Oaxaca, and taste local dishes in a family home. Tour the Zapotec ruins at Mitla, and visit a mezcal factory.

DAYS 8–9 | OAXACA/MEXICO CITY

Opt to explore the Monte Albán ruins, visit a cultural museum, or learn to make mole. Fly back to Mexico City. Depart at any time the next day.

9 DAYS FROM $ 2,359 PER PERSON.

AIRFARE TO/FROM IS NOT INCLUDED.

MY OWN ROOM OPTION: + $499

MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE: 16

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Above: Travelers admire the waterfall at the end of a hike.

NATURAL HIGHLIGHTS OF COSTA RICA

Highlights

• Hear about cloud forest research at the National Geographic–supported Monteverde Institute.

• Explore the jungles of Manuel Antonio National Park on a guided walk, and swim in its coastal waters.

Home to volcanoes, lush rainforests, beaches, and unique wildlife, Costa Rica is celebrated as a pioneer in sustainability. Forge your own path through this gorgeous country as you search for fascinating creatures beneath the canopy, and explore the pristine waters of the Pacific coast. Get in touch with nature’s best in Costa Rica.

DAYS 1–3 | SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA/LA FORTUNA

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included. Tour a G Adventures–supported coffee cooperative en route to La Fortuna. Visit a village home to learn the art of tortilla making. Enjoy a free day for optional activities, including white-water rafting, canyoneering, or hiking.

DAYS 4–5 I MONTEVERDE

Enjoy a nature hike in the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve. Visit the Monteverde Institute, the base for numerous National Geographic–funded explorers, and attend a conservation talk by one of the on-site researchers. Opt to visit a butterfly garden or go zip lining, or horseback riding.

DAYS 6–7 | MANUEL ANTONIO

Continue to the Pacific coast, and enjoy an afternoon to go surfing or horseback riding, cruise coastal waters on a catamaran, or visit picturesque beaches. Venture into Manuel Antonio National Park to seek out monkeys, sloths, and some 350 bird species.

DAYS 8–9 | SAN JOSÉ

Return to San José for an optional farewell dinner. Depart at any time the next day.

9 DAYS FROM $ 2,099 PER PERSON.

AIRFARE TO/FROM IS NOT INCLUDED.

MY OWN ROOM OPTION: + $1,079

MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE: 16