Physical Requirements
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Pacing
- 3 locations in 10 days
- 1 day fearures a short non-stop flight to Oaxaca
Physical requirements
- Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids
- You must be able to walk 3 miles unassisted, stand up for 45 minutes at a time, and participate in 6-8 hours of physical activities each day
- Mexico’s pre-Hispanic ruins may require navigating steep steps without railings and uneven terrain
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
Altitude
- 2 days at an elevation of 5,900 feet in Querétaro
- 3 days at an elevation of 7,300 feet in Mexico City
- 4 days at an elevation of 5,100 feet in Oaxaca
Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 70-90°F during touring season
- Temperatures can reach up to 90°F with a humidity of 60% in Querétaro
- Temperatures can reach up to 80°F with a humidity of 65% in Mexico City
- Temperature can reach up 95°F with a humidity of 100% in Oaxaca
- March-May are the warmest months
Terrain
- Travel on rugged paths and trails, cobblestone streets, unpaved roads, and uneven ruins
Transportation
- Travel by 18-passenger air-conditioned minibus (no toilet on board)
- 1-hour internal flight to Oaxaca
Accommodations & Facilities
- The hotels, villas, and family-run lodgings on this trip feature amenities that will be more basic than travelers may be accustomed to. Rooms are smaller than those in the U.S.
- Some hotels do not include air conditioning
- Safety deposit boxes may be available in either your room, or the lobby, depending on your hotel
- Water temperature and pressure may vary
- Bed sizes may vary
- All accommodations feature private baths, but some may not include a hair dryer