Mexico

Bask on the white-sand beaches and splash in the sparkling blue waters of Playa del Carmen, tour Chichén Itzá and see its massive 365-step ancient square pyramid, visit the spectacular natural wonder of Ikkil Cenote, and bike to the Coba Archaeological site.

See the famous Aztec Stone Calendar and massive Olmec stone heads in the National Anthropology Museum, float past the raised flower gardens in the network of ancient Aztec canals at Xochimilco, and bask in the sun on the famous Acapulco beaches.

Swim among tropical fish off the shore of Akumel, travel to the Mayan coastal town of Tulum to see the limestone ruins, see the restored Magician’s Pyramid in the ancient Mayan city of Uxmal, and visit the yellow-painted town of Izamal.

Explore the Balankanche caves, kayak in the lagoon at the Dzilam de Bravo nature reserve, tour Mérida on a horse and buggy ride, hop on a boat for a flamingo-watching tour at the Celestun Nature Reserve, and bask on Playa del Carmen’s gorgeous beaches.

Explore the vast Plaza de la Constitución in Mexico’s capital, climb the ancient pyramids at Teotihuacan, feel the spray from the sparkling Aqua Azul Falls, bask on white-sand beaches in Playa del Carmen, and see the huge 365-stepped pyramid in Chichén Itzá.

Tour bustling Mexico City and see the Aztecs’ ancient Templo Mayor, listen to a mariachi band in the city of Guadalajara where colonial charm blends with modern convenience, and explore the quaint town, endless beaches, and lush jungle of Puerto Vallarta.

Improve and practice your Spanish during daily classroom activities, volunteer at a local orphanage and immerse yourself in the local culture with a visit to a Spanish school. You will also have the chance to visit ancient Aztec ruins and unspoiled beaches.