Mexico
Mexico City: History, Art, Culture and Politics
Program No. 13964RJ
Immerse yourself in the cultural heart of Mexico and learn from experts as you explore renowned museums and national monuments while gaining insight into its neighborhoods and politics.
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Keep the Pace (20)
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Oct 14 - Oct 21, 2024
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2,699Nov 18 - Nov 25, 2024
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2,699Dec 2 - Dec 9, 2024
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2,699Jan 13 - Jan 20, 2025
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2,849Jan 20 - Jan 27, 2025
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2,849Full Inventory
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2,849Mar 3 - Mar 10, 2025
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2,849Activity Level:
Keep the Pace (20)
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Oct 14 - Oct 21, 2024
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3,259Nov 18 - Nov 25, 2024
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3,259Dec 2 - Dec 9, 2024
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3,259Jan 13 - Jan 20, 2025
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3,439Jan 20 - Jan 27, 2025
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3,439Jan 27 - Feb 3, 2025
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3,439Feb 3 - Feb 10, 2025
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3,439Feb 17 - Feb 24, 2025
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3,439Apr 28 - May 5, 2025
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On Your Feet (2)
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8 days
7 nights
18 meals
7B 6L 5D
1
Arrive Mexico City, Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner
Mexico City, D.F.
2
Orientation, Lecture & Historical Center, Templo Mayor
Mexico City, D.F.
3
Anthropology Museum; Alameda Central
Mexico City, D.F.
4
Teotihuacan Archaeological Site, Basilica de Guadalupe
Mexico City, D.F.
5
Mexican Art, Chapultepec Castle, Diego Rivera’s Mural
Mexico City, D.F.
6
Coyoacan, Frida Kahlo Museum, Bazar de San Angel,
Mexico City, D.F.
7
Mexican Muralists, Fine Arts Palace; Ballet
Mexico City, D.F.
8
Program Concludes, In Transit From Program
Mexico City, D.F.
At a Glance
Embrace and explore Mexico City as it showcases all facets of Mexico’s national character. In a place where many public buildings are built from the stones of Aztec temples, past and present are inextricably linked, so that around each modern street corner is another opportunity to delve into the history of Mexico. Ballet folklórico, mariachis and a cosmopolitan mix of museums and neighborhoods adorned with the art of the great muralists illustrate the story of Mexican antiquity alongside pre-Aztec pyramids and colonial squares.
Activity Level
Varies by date
Varies by date. On Your Feet: Walking up to one mile daily over varied terrain. Keep The Pace: Walking up to 2.5 miles daily. Elevations of 7,200 feet.
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
What You'll Learn
- Trace the history of Mexico City with local historians and in a variety of museums.
- Study the life and work of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera in museums and exhibitions.
- Explore quaint and historic neighborhoods like Coyoacan and San Angel.
General Notes
Dates with an On Your Feet Activity Level are eight nights to allow for a more relaxed pace.
Featured Expert
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María Teresa Peniche
Maria Teresa Peniche, who prefers to be known simply as “Teri,” is a highly regarded addition to Geronimo’s Road Scholar staff. Teri pursued a career in higher education, preparing school curriculums designed as well as teaching English in secondary education. After retiring, Teri’s vast knowledge of Mexico’s history and culture paved the way towards her becoming a Group Leader. Blessed with a caring disposition and a great desire to share her love of her country, Teri’s capacity for sharing her considerable knowledge is unrivaled.
Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.
María Teresa Peniche
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Maria Teresa Peniche, who prefers to be known simply as “Teri,” is a highly regarded addition to Geronimo’s Road Scholar staff. Teri pursued a career in higher education, preparing school curriculums designed as well as teaching English in secondary education. After retiring, Teri’s vast knowledge of Mexico’s history and culture paved the way towards her becoming a Group Leader. Blessed with a caring disposition and a great desire to share her love of her country, Teri’s capacity for sharing her considerable knowledge is unrivaled.
Sylvia Sanchez
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Born and raised in Guadalajara, Sylvia Ruiz was never far from the cultural milieu that defines her birthplace. She chose to pursue a degree in tourism and business administration at the University of Guadalajara. Sylvia worked for the Jalisco Department of Tourism before attending Cochise College in Arizona to pursue a degree in international business communications. After graduating, she began working with Road Scholar at Geronimo Educational Travel and Studies and is now Geronimo’s vice president of international programs.
Haydee de Hoyos
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Originally from the northern state of Sonora, Haydee de Hoyos learned English through her interest in American television, especially “Sesame Street.” Her affinity for American culture led her to pursue a career in the travel industry with a degree in tourism and business form the University of Guadalajara. Haydee has worked for Geronimo for more than 20 years and served as a Group Leader on programs focusing on art, culture, history, the environment and Mexican cuisine, developing an encyclopedia of knowledge of all things Mexico.
Suggested Reading List
(5 books)
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Mexico City: History, Art, Culture and Politics
Program Number: 13964
Mexico City: A Cultural and Literary Companion
The Course of Mexican History
Daily Life in Ancient and Modern Mexico City
History of the Conquest of Mexico
A Concise History of Mexico