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Ancient ruins in Mexico

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Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan Estacionamiento Puerta 5 , San Juan Teotihuacan

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Step back in time at Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan Estacionamiento Puerta 5, one of the best preserved examples of Mesoamerican civilizati

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Zona Arqueologica de Coba , Coba

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Marvel at centuries-old architecture with a visit to Zona Arqueologica de Coba, whose name means "water stirred by wind" in Mayan. Home to th

Tours from $39

Ruin

Ek Balam , Ek Balam Village

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Step into the ancient past at Ek Balam, a well-preserved Mayan site at its pinnacle from 770 CE to 840 CE. The site included one of the large

Tours from $160

Teotihuacan, Tlatelolco, Guadalupe Shrine and Tequila Tasting Tour

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Duration: 9 hours

Discover the history of Mexico with visits to three top historical attractions: Teotihuacan, Tlatelolco, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Stroll through the ruins of Teotihuacan, the City of Gods, one of the most jaw-dropping experiences you can have in Mexico and see the power of the Aztec empire. Admire the Sun Pyramid that is the largest in Mesoamerica with more than 200-feet-tall. Along with a trip to the Pyramid of the Moon, you’ll learn from an expert local guide about the origins of this religious city. Have free time to explore your favorite spots, and take amazing pictures. Then you’ll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, an 18th-century shrine, where you’ll see a cloak with the image of Guadalupe as you learn about her significance to the culture and people of modern Mexico.The day also includes a visit to Tlatelolco. You’ll learn about their history, including human sacrifices, mass graves, and the so-called Lovers of Tlatelolco.

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Zona Arqueologica de Palenque , Palenque

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Observe and inspect impressive ruins and intricate Mayan carvings, surrounded by dense jungle, at Zona Arqueologica de Palenque. At just 2.5

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World heritage site · Ruin

Chichen Itza , Chichen Itza

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Over a thousand years old yet remarkably well-preserved, the World Heritage-listed Mayan architecture of Chichen Itza draws huge numbers of t

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Mexico

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Tailor-made for anyone seeking that traditional sun-and-sand experience, Mexico vacations allow visitors to explore nearly 10,000 km (6,200 mi) of picturesque coastlines. Idyllic beaches and favorable year-round weather aside, this diverse country with a rich pre-Colombian history allows tourists a chance to discover a fascinating cuisine, numerous archaeological sites, state-of-the-art museums, colonial-era haciendas, and outstanding examples of 21st-century architecture. Most visitors get to know the country by its cities, but if you want a well-rounded Mexico tour, spend some time exploring its jungles, cloud forests, Caribbean reefs, snowcapped volcanoes, vast deserts, and tranquil lagoons. Life is lived outdoors in Mexico, so wherever you go, don't forget to dine alfresco and stroll the country's colonial streets. Plan a Mexico trip in moments using our itinerary builder.