Mexico City
December 13th-19th, 2026
Food Tours > Mexico > Mexico City
Join us on an unforgettable culinary and cultural tour to Mexico City, where vibrant flavors and rich history come together to create an experience like no other.
THE HEARTBEAT OF MEXICO
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December 13
Michelin-starred restaurant Maizajo to kick off the beginning of our week -
December 14
Visit the Museo Frida Kahlo. Afterwards, we will walk around and lunch the Coyoacan Market. To end the day with a cooking class. -
December 15
fter breakfast, we will head to the Museo de Antropología, where we will meet our guide and explore the rich cultural heritage of Mexico.We will indulge in a seafood and fish lunch at Mi Compa Chava
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December 16
An early start traveling by trajinera, we will arrive at regenerative agriculture project Arca Tierra for a wood-fire breakfast.
We'll go for an evening taco run at a famous night time Tacos El Vilsito. -
December 17
A guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site Teotihuacán followed by lunch at La Gruta.We will make our way to an exciting pastry class with Susana’s dear friend and chocolatier Mario Terres
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December 18
Spend the morning in the Zócalo, La Catedral and ancient Mexico.
We will walk on Calle Madero, and have a delightful lunch at 1:00pm at the beloved El Cardenal.
After lunch, we'll head to the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
For our last meal, we will gather for a special goodbye dinner at Restaurant Caracol de Mar. -
December 19
On this morning we wish you a good return home, or to your next destination!
Day-by-day Itinerary
EXPERIENCE TENOCHTITLAN
From the moment you arrive, you'll be swept away by Mexico City's dynamic energy. It's a place where tradition meets innovation, where ancient history coexists with modernity, and where culinary treasures await around every corner. Our tour is designed to help you experience Mexico City like a local, from bustling markets to hidden food gems and iconic landmarks.
Tastes & Traditions of Mexico Tour
Join us on an unforgettable culinary and cultural tour to Mexico City, where vibrant flavors and rich history come together to create an experience like no other. We've carefully crafted an itinerary that blends authentic Mexican cuisine with deep cultural immersion, allowing you to explore the heart and soul of this captivating city.
Try bread and pastries from Rosetta
Night taco run in Colonia del Valle
The iconic chilaquiles of CDMX
Breakfast at the Mercado de Coyoacán
Stroll through the market of Xochimilco
Eating Michelin-star tacos
Our culinary journey will take us to world-class restaurants, charming bakeries, and authentic street food stalls. We'll savor the best of Mexico City's street food, including internationally acclaimed tacos, and explore local markets to sample exotic fruits and learn the stories behind traditional ingredients. You’ll get to indulge in traditional Mexican dishes, explore new culinary movements, and enjoy cooking classes led by local chefs.
One special experience includes a visit to a master chocolatier, where we'll learn about traditional and avant-garde desserts and prepare classic Mexican antojitos using the rich and diverse ingredients found in Mexico. To top it all off, we'll celebrate with a mariachi serenade, dancing, and delicious food at a family gathering hosted by a local chef.
A Culinary Adventure
Guided tour of the Anthropology Museum
Visiting El Zocalo in Centro Historico
Sunrise in the chinampas of Xochimilco
Exploring the pyramids of Teotihuacan
Palacio de las Bellas Artes
Frida Kahlo's Casa Azul
We'll take a walking tour of downtown Mexico City, uncovering the fascinating history of one of the oldest cities in the Americas. We'll visit Bellas Artes to admire murals by Mexico's most renowned painters and explore other iconic landmarks like the Zócalo, and the Frida Kahlo Museum in the charming Coyoacan.
At Teotihuacán, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we'll explore the ancient pyramids with expert guides and learn about pulque, a pre-Hispanic drink, as well as the famous barbacoa. This traditional dish involves slow-cooking lamb underground in agave leaves for 16 hours until it is perfectly tender, served with fresh tortillas and its flavorful consomé.
A magical highlight of our trip is the boat ride on a trajinera through the canals of Xochimilco, another UNESCO World Heritage site. We'll learn about sustainable agricultural techniques on the ancient chinampas (floating gardens) and enjoy a special breakfast featuring fresh, organic ingredients harvested straight from the gardens.
Cultural Gems
meet your guide
Kaelin Ulrich Trilling
Kaelin, the son of famed chef and the founder of the Seasons of My Heart cooking school Susana Trilling, was raised in Oaxaca and developed a deep appreciation for food and Mexican cultural traditions. Inspired by his mother's commitment to authenticity, Kaelin recognized the transformative power of cooking.
Chef
Mexico City
December 13th-19th, 2026
$4,450 USD
Per person based on double occupancy. Single occupation supplement available.
Payment plans available.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
6-night hotel accommodations (double occupancy)
Transportation to tour-related activities and events
All activities, excursions and cooking classes
Most meals (you’ll have some free time to rest or choose your own adventure) and drinks
WHAT IS not INCLUDED
Airfare
Transportation to and from airport
Gratuities
Ready to sign up?
This tour is curated and unique.
The Mexico City tour is offered twice per year. We strive our best to design this tour based on activities since 2014.
Small groups, big enjoyment.
Our maximum is usually 12 people per tour. That means you'll travel the local way, all guided by Chef Kaelin Ulrich Trilling.
Can't travel on these dates?
We understand that certain dates can work better than others, or sometimes a more private experience is more appealing.
Let us curate a custom trip for you. We share our secret gems and create a trip that is special to you and fits your needs. Our aim is to provide a memorable experience through the soul and experience of Seasons of My Heart.
Can't travel on these dates?
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The minimum number of participants is 8, and the maximum is 16
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We are usually able to accommodate dietary restrictions. Please let us know of any requests or allergies when registering for the tour.
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You will have ample opportunities to shop in the markets, when visiting artisans, and during your free time. There are ATMs and currency exchanges near the hotel.
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Once you pay in full, we will share the itinerary with you.
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A detailed letter with a packing list will be sent, together with the itinerary for the course a few weeks before your departure.
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You should receive an email confirmation every time you make a payment, typically within a week of receipt, if paying by check.
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If Seasons of My Heart cancels the course, all course fees paid directly to Seasons of My Heart will be refunded. There is no charge to transfer any fees paid to another course. We try to allow as much time as possible for student registration before canceling a course. Please check with us to see how the registration is progressing before purchasing non-refundable airline tickets. You will be notified at least 6 weeks prior to the course if we need to cancel. We also strongly encourage trip insurance in case of unforeseen events.
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If you are unable to join us:
A partial refund, less $ 300 USD will be given. (excluding the single supplement, which will be reimbursed in full) will be given if the participant cancels 61 days or more in advance.
A refund of fifty percent of the total price paid thus far will be given, unless the space is filled by someone else. Then a partial refund, less $300 will be given. (excluding the single supplement, which will be reimbursed in full) will be charged if a participant cancels 60 to 30 days prior to the course.
When the cancellation occurs between the 29th day to the first day of the course, no refund will be given unless the space is sold to another participant. If the space is filled, then a partial refund, less $300 will be given. Cancellations will be analysed on a case by case basis, as long as we are notified by writing.
If applicable, the single supplement (less any penalty applied by the hotel, if any), will always be refunded.
NOTE: A written notification must be received prior to refund
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We strongly encourage trip insurance in case of unforeseen events.
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Airfare, transfers from and to the airport, additional alcoholic beverages, laundry, and phone calls.
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You can tell us how many nights you need and we can book them directly with the hotel for you. You will have to pay at the hotel at the time of check-in.
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The single supplement varies as it is charged by the hotel. The initial email you receive when registering provides all the details including the single supplement.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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When traveling to Mexico City it is almost a must for me to get a taco or many tacos… -
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