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Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico

49 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 49 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: French

Overview

This half-day tour gives you an exceptional experience to discover the real Mexico far from postcards, luxury hotels and tourists. You go with your guide to visit a school for underprivileged children (outside school holidays) where you can attend classes, interact with the children, take photos, take a short walk. Then, set off to meet the local population with a visit to a local market where you will taste fruits and spices, flavored waters, empanadas, visit a butcher's shop, a tortillera... Authentic human experience!

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Transport for a departure outside Playa del Carmen (+20 EUR/pers)
  • Tips for guides and driver
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We will begin the excursion by visiting a school for children in need. Then we will visit the community cenote. Then, we will go to a local market and visit traditional shops - tortillas, lavender, water of flavors, grocery, butcher. At the end, we will visit a church and/or a traditional cemetery.
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5 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-158857P8

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Transport for a departure outside Playa del Carmen (+20 EUR/pers)
  • Tips for guides and driver

Additional Info

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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