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Top Tour Operators and Travel Agencies in Mexico 2024/2025

Top Tour Operators and Travel Agencies in Mexico. Below you will find 15 of the best tour operators and travel agencies in Mexico offering in total 197 tours and holidays through-out Mexico. Combined they have received 214 customer reviews and an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars. The top tour activities offered in Mexico are: Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history, Adventure and sport & Beach, romance, getaways and relaxation.

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World Expeditions

• Address 1B Osiers Road, Wandsworth, London, England
• Response Rate 82%
• Response Time 2 hours

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Intrepid Travel

• Address 380 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Australia
• Response Rate 90%
• Response Time 3 hours

• Address 6 Fife Road, Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey,, London , England
• Response Rate 84%

Marvelus Travel

• Address Avenida Santander Zona 2 , Panajachel, Guatemala
• Response Rate 85%

G Adventures

• Address G Adventures Ltd, 60 Bastwick Street, London, England

Destination Services

• Address Edificio TUI, SM2, Calle Rita Levi, Parc Bit, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
• Response Rate 98%

• Address Nelson House, 55-59 Victoria Rd, Farnborough, England
• Response Rate 96%

• Address 38-51 Bedford Way, London, England
• Response Rate 88%

Intro Travel

• Address Level 2, 332 Kent Street, Sydney, Australia
• Response Rate 89%

Indus Travels

• Address 233, 11951 Hammersmith Way, Richmond, Canada
• Response Time 1 hour

• Address Francisco Sosa 29, Colonia Del Carmen, Coyoacán, Mexico City, Mexico
• Response Rate 100%

Europamundo

• Address c/ Garcia de Paredes Nº 55 1ª Planta, Madrid, Spain

Exodus Travels

• Address Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, England

• Address 2461 FM 778, Mineola, USA
• Response Rate 95%

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We worked with Journey Mexico on our recent trip to Merida. The trip was amazing and exceeded all expectations. Each day and activity was well planned. For a family of 5 (including 3 children) it’s often hard to find something for everyone. Everyone that we encountered was phenomenal, from our travel assistant Jesús, to our driver Sergio, to our tour guide Angel. They worked hard to make sure that our trip was all that we wanted it to be, and it was perfect! I highly recommend!

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Wonderful, attentive and responsive Travel Agency based in Mexico. My wife and I booked a 10-day trip to Oaxaca, Mexico with Journey Mexico. They were very helpful and responsive during the planning stage. Followed up to make sure we were ready for the trip and assigned a travel assistant to assist during our trip. She was always just a text message away - 24/7. Very helpful. We had an issue come up during the trip and she immediately responded and did everything possible to solve the problem. Highly recommend this group - we will use them any time we are traveling in Mexico.

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Thanks for following up. We had a lovely time - most specifically the property was perfect for the weekend & the staff, Rodolfo & Chef Hector & team were absolute perfection. They were the perfect addition to making our stay so personal (and with the most amazing food & cocktails!). Our driver for our Tulum trip was also very kind & attentive. Thanks again for all the help and support from your side setting up the activities & managing our menu & grocery, and responding to our many questions!! The group is already looking forward to booking with Journey Mexico again.

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Using a Travel Agency to Go to Mexico City: The Pros & Cons

Travel agents can help to relieve some trip-planning stress—but working with a travel agent isn’t always the best way to travel to Mexico City .

Here, we look closely at the pros and cons of using a travel agency to go to Mexico City, measured by price, experience, personalization, safety, availability, & authenticity.

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Pros : Because travel agents are  in the industry , they have connections with hotels, tour groups, and airlines in Mexico City . In theory, this means that they can get you discounted rates on top Mexico City tourist attractions . 

Cons : However, working with a travel agency means two things: they're working on commission, and you may encounter hidden fees (like travel insurance). Plus, their industry connections mean they'll point you in the same direction as everyone else. 

Ideally,  trip planners who aren’t paid commission  are the way to go here—especially if they can also help you budget your itinerary.

#2: Experience

Pros : Travel agents are experts at trip planning in Mexico City . They'll easily steer you towards CDMX's coolest attractions .

Cons :  Most travel agents rarely travel to Mexico City themselves. And far fewer actually live there.

When you  have a local plan your trip , t hey can share their experience and personalized recs—as well as point you toward   Mexico City's coolest non-touristy activities .

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#3: personalization.

Pros : You'll get  some  degree of personalization when you work with a travel agent in Mexico City. They'll give you a list of options. 

Cons :  However, this list can be limiting, as it's based on your agents' connections. What to do in Mexico City really depends on your travel style—not a list of pre-approved activities. 

Getting local advice about which places to visit in Mexico City means you'll get to explore the way you want. It's a more flexible (and immersive) way of traveling to CDMX .

Pros :  Travel agents will give you well-researched advice on how to stay safe in Mexico City. 

Cons :  You simply can't beat on-the-ground updates from people who actually live in Mexico City. When you have a local plan your trip, they'll provide you with tons of safety advice, including which neighborhoods to stay in Mexico City , and what Mexico City landmarks might be less safe after dark.

#5: Availability

Pros :  Travel agents will be able to answer all your Mexico City questions as they plan your trip. 

Cons :  Once you're on the ground, it might be harder to get in touch. When you work with a local to plan your trip , they're in the same time zone. So they can answer your questions or help if you run into any issues. That makes traveling through Mexico City easy. 

#6: Authenticity

Pros:  A Mexico City travel agent is, generally, an expert on traveling to Mexico City. 

Cons:    Nothing can replace local knowledge. If your travel agent doesn't  live  in Mexico City, you'll likely miss out on all the hidden gems and locally beloved spots that make CDMX such a creative, dynamic, and fascinating place. 

Conclusion: Have a local plan your trip

If you want to  see Mexico City like a local —not a tourist—work with one to plan your trip. Locals can create a unique itinerary customized to your interests and budget. 

By working with a local to plan your trip, you'll know where to eat in Mexico City —they gave you a list of their favorite restaurants. You'll understand how to use the metro—because they provided detailed transit instructions. And you'll feel comfortable in whatever neighborhood you chose—because it matches your travel style. 

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10 Best All-inclusive Resorts for Families in Mexico

These top all-inclusive resorts in Mexico were designed with the entire family in mind.

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Mexico is one of the most popular destinations in the world for family getaways, thanks to its wealth of sandy beaches, warm water, and a dizzying array of activities. It's also one of the easiest countries to access from anywhere in the United States. From Los Cabos to Puerto Vallarta and the Mexican Caribbean, most families in the United States can be somewhere on the ground in Mexico in four hours or less — a significant plus when the entire brood is in tow.

Finding a family-friendly, all-inclusive resort in Mexico is easy, but choosing the right one gets a bit more complicated. That's because Mexico is genuinely overflowing with fabulous all-inclusive, family-friendly resorts. From the Baja Peninsula's rugged desert landscape to the Mexican Caribbean's gentle turquoise waters, families looking to get away together on a hassle-free beach vacation will be spoiled for choice.

Our picks for the best all-inclusive, family-friendly resorts in Mexico are a combination of Travel & Leisure award winners and editor-loved properties. They are known for their standout service, gorgeous design, location, and, of course, their kid-friendly offerings. Discover our picks for the best all-inclusive, family-friendly resorts in Mexico.

Grand Velas Riviera Maya

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This all-suite hotel has a stunning 1,000-foot stretch of white sand beach.

There are many activities for kids and teens, but not as many evening activities for adults.

Grand Velas Riviera Maya is among the most sophisticated in the Mexican Caribbean if not all of Mexico. But for a resort with such elevated style and class, it also happens to be one of the best all-inclusive resorts for families in Mexico and a 2023 World’s Best Awards winner.

The 491-suite resort sits between 80 acres of mangrove forest and a powdery, soft white-sand beach. Suites are spread out across three buildings (two of which are family-friendly), and each building acts like a mini hotel within a hotel, with separate pools, gyms, and restaurants. Families will feel right at home in the Ambassador and Grand Class sections, which have the largest pools and several different restaurants. The Ambassador building is also the closest to the beach. Both buildings, however, have kids' clubs and many connecting rooms. Most restaurants have kid-friendly sections on the menus, as well. This is undoubtedly one of the country's most luxurious and family-friendly all-inclusive resorts.

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• Distance to Cancun airport: 33 miles
• Facilities for Families: Kid’s Club, Teen’s Club, and Baby Concierge
• Gratuities: Yes
• Rates: Start at $1,315

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

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A sprawling spa offers 20 treatment rooms and hydrotherapy facilities.

The resort can often be fully booked and crowded.

If an all-inclusive resort can achieve Grande Dame status, Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit has made the cut. One of the icons of the Riviera Nayarit coastline and another World’s Best Award winner , Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit has set the bar on a luxury all-inclusive resort experience.

The 265-room resort features all suites, each with a balcony, ocean views, and plenty of sun-drenched space. The resort's focal point is its central infinity pool, which tiers down three levels before spilling out to a spectacular beach — one of the best in the Bay of Banderas. Like its Riviera Maya counterpart, the facilities for families are fabulous here. Kids and teens have separate clubs, while a baby concierge helps outfit parents with everything from strollers to bassinets. Six restaurants serve everything from casual beach food to fine dining French, Italian, Mexican, and Pan-Asian. The 20-treatment room spa is a posh playground for adults with plunge pools, hydrotherapy, and dozens of holistic treatments.

• Distance to Puerto Vallarta airport: 7 miles
• Wi-Fi: Included
• Facilities for Families: Kid’s Club, Teen’s Club, Baby Concierge
• Gratuities: Included
• Rates: Start at $909

Hotel Xcaret Mexico

A huge selection of activities, restaurants, and airport transfers are included in the room rate.

It is one of the largest resorts in the Riviera Maya.

Few family-friendly all-inclusive resorts do it as well as Hotel Xcaret Mexico. That's likely why this resort topped our World's Best list for 2023. The massive upscale, family-friendly resort is one of the largest in the area, with 900 gorgeously designed rooms. But for a resort of this scale, one of the things that struck me most is how boutique it can still feel — maybe that's because it has so many different places for guests to hang out in or to disappear so that no area ever feels overcrowded.

The sprawling grounds are designed to look almost prehistoric, with stony-faced facades, thick tropical foliage, and even a denote-inspired river surrounded by canyon walls on either side. (This serene spot is where you'll find the luxe spa, by the way.) Ten restaurants, eight bars, and a kids' club round out the amenities. But perhaps the best perk for families is that the resort offers unlimited, all-inclusive access to any of the Grupo Xcaret theme parks — transportation included. Zip-lining, ATV tours, themed shows, and water parks are all part of the package, and families can go as many times as they want during their stay.

• Distance to Cancun airport: 41 miles
• Facilities for Families: A kids’ club and unlimited access to all Grupo Xcaret parks included in the room rate
• Rates: Start at $900

Grand Velas Los Cabos

All rooms offer ocean views and private terraces.

The beach here is not swimmable, which is common for Los Cabos.

Los Cabos leaves travelers positively spinning when it comes to choosing high-end resorts. But Grand Velas Los Cabos has the market cornered for all-inclusive, luxe resorts for families. It also earned a spot on our World’s Best Awards list in 2023.

The beachfront, classy hotel exudes understated elegance at every turn, but with plenty of kid-friendly amenities, it is anything but stuffy. Rooms are oversized and modern but cozy and relaxed, with ocean and pool views from all the balconies. Many rooms even come with private plunge pools. Grand Velas aficionados will recognize signature restaurant concepts Frida, Lucca, and Piaf, but signatures to the resort are Velas 10 and Cocina del Autor. A decked-out kids club features everything from Wii and Xbox to activities like jewelry-making and treasure hunts. Teens have a separate, sleeker space with pool tables, air hockey, a dance floor, and its own cafeteria. Adults can check into the spacious spa or lounge at the central multi-level pool deck.

• Distance to San Jose del Cabo airport: 20 miles
• Facilities for Families: Kid’s Club and Teen’s Club
• Rates: Start at $1,552

Mahekal Beach Resort

This beachfront resort is within walking distance of Playa del Carmen’s legendary Fifth Avenue.

Rooms do not have televisions.

A stretch of fluffy, white sand and rows of palapa-topped bungalows shrouded by shady groves of palm trees will have you forgetting that you're at a resort smack in the heart of downtown Playa del Carmen. Mahekal Beach Resort, forever one of my favorite all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and a World’s Best winner in 2023, offers guests the best of both worlds. It enjoys one of the most beautiful beaches in Playa del Carmen but is also steps from the buzzy, energetic Quinta Avenida, lined with fabulous restaurants, bars, and entertainment. Families love this resort for the prime beachfront location, boho-chic beachfront bungalows, the family-friendly pool, and proximity to downtown attractions.

• Distance to Cancun airport: 35 miles
• Facilities for Families: Ping pong, pool, ceramic painting, and a family-friendly pool
• Rates: Start at $543 for all-inclusive

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort

This resort has one of the best locations in Puerto Vallarta with the most stunning views of the Bahia de Banderas.

Guests of neighboring adults-only Hotel Mousai can use the facilities at Garza Blanca, but not the other way around.

I rarely advocate going to Puerto Vallarta and staying in an all-inclusive resort, but I will happily make the exception for Garza Blanca Preserve. I love this resort for families because of its spectacular location, generously sized rooms, and many adventure-based activities.

Puerto Vallarta and the Bay of Banderas are some of the best destinations for nature lovers and active travelers, and Garza Blanca Preserve puts families at the doorstep of all the action. Each of the 165 rooms at the resort spoils guests with the prettiest ocean views, plus the lush, jungle-covered mountains of the Sierra Madre. Three pools are on the property: two at the beach and one in the middle section between Garza Blanca and its adults-only sister resort, Hotel Mousai. In front of the resort is a small, white sand beach, which allows guests to launch kayaks directly from the shoreline and explore the coves and natural landmarks surrounding the resort. Hiking trails abound in the area, and the hotel staff is on hand to help point you in the right direction.

The resort does not have a dedicated kids club, but families who love spending time together with plenty of onsite things to do will feel right at home here. A new shopping village recently opened between Garza Blanca and Hotel Mousai, featuring a handful of locally sourced boutiques, a vintage-inspired carousel, and several restaurants.

• Distance to Puerto Vallarta airport: 10 miles
• Facilities for Families: Kid’s Club
• Rates: Start at $992

Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa

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This beachfront resort offers something for everyone in the family, including a kid's pool, an impressive spa, and a beautiful stretch of sand.

The size of the resort means a lot of walking to get around.

Just 30 minutes north of the busy Cancun Hotel Zone puts travelers in a quieter, more secluded part of the Mexican Caribbean: the idyllic, bleached beaches of Costa Mujeres. Here, the Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres is a sprawling resort that will entertain families at every turn.

The 670-suite resort has 10 restaurants, 19 bars, a palatial spa, and lots of activities for kids. While the property is quite large, it has a whimsical design with man-made canals where boats ferry guests around. Of course, you can always walk or take a golf cart to get from place to place. The best option for families here is to book the Family Selection suites, which operate like a hotel within a hotel and are geared toward kids.

Unique amenities include access to a fun zone with video games, cooking classes, arts and crafts, a personalized mini-bar selection, and a special milk-and-cookies service before bedtime. Adults who are part of Family Selection will have access to the more exclusive restaurants at the next-door sister resort, TRS Coral Hotel.

• Distance to Cancun airport: 21 miles
• Facilities for Families: A Family Selection option that includes exclusive VIP services just for families
• Rates: Start at $912

Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos

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Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos offers a huge array of options and activities for families.

The beach here is not suitable for swimming.

Hard Rock has quite a few hotels across Mexico — all of which beckon travelers to unleash their inner rockstar. However, their Los Cabos resort turned a few heads when it opened in 2019. The 639-room resort glows like a neon-lit oasis surrounded by the stark desert beauty of the Baja Peninsula. Directly facing the resort is the crashing Pacific, which, while not safe for swimming, adds another level of drama to the scene and a booming soundtrack.

Guests may not be able to swim in the ocean (which is typical for Cabo), but Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos makes up for it with its impressive pools — five of them, including water slides and swim-up bars. While adults browse the eight dining options or get a signature massage at the Rock Spa, kids will kick back at the Hard Rock Roxity Kids Club, Teens Club, or even the on-site bowling alley. Of course, the Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos guests can expect the same glitzy rock star memorabilia, music-themed activities, and rooms with outdoor hydro spa soaking tubs.

• Distance to San Jose del Cabo airport: 35 miles
• Facilities for Families: Hard Rock Roxity Kids Club, Teens Club, Music Lab, Bowling Alley
• Rates: Start at $626

Paradisus Cancun

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A dedicated family concierge can help to upgrade your stay with perks and amenities.

Rooms could use a refresh.

It's hard to miss Paradisus Cancun while driving down Cancun's Hotel Zone. It's the collection of five gleaming white pyramids that overlook a stunning stretch of beach. Fortunately, the hotel holds your attention well past its dramatic architecture. The 525-room Paradisus Cancun is a luxury all-inclusive resort on one of the best beach fronts in Cancun. While rooms could use a refresh, they are spacious, offering ocean or lagoon views.

Amenities are overwhelming, from many restaurants and bars to the beach, a massive pool, a nine-hole golf course, and a YHI Spa. But families are at a real advantage here, thanks to the Family Concierge services that can be booked to elevate a stay with additional in-room amenities and family-friendly activities. Guests can communicate with their Family Concierge to assist with things throughout the day, whether to guarantee bookings at preferred restaurants or help schedule activities and day trips. Kids are gifted with special beach kits, kid-size bathrobes and slippers, special bathroom amenities, milk and cookies at turn-down, and children's beverages in the minibar. Kids can even request a PlayStation in the room.

• Distance to Cancun airport: 12 miles
• Facilities for Families: Family Concierge, Kids amenities and activities program
• Rates: Start at $567

Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto by Danzante Bay

This under-the-radar all-inclusive resort has one of the most stunning locations on Mexico’s Sea of Cortez.

Unless you can fly into the Loreto airport, it is a very far drive from Los Cabos.

It's always a surprise to me that Loreto, Baja California Sur, is not busier than it is. It has an international airport, after all. But among those who love this sleepy town along the coast of the Sea of Cortez, no one is complaining. Loreto is one of those special places that you hope stays as perfect as it is forever, with sandy streets, a laid-back vibe, and prime real estate overlooking the crystalline waters of the Sea of Cortez.

About six hours north of Cabo San Lucas, you won't find strings of hotels and resorts here. But you will find one in particular that is the jewel in the crown: Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto. Shielded by towering mountains on one side and overlooking the spectacular island-strewn Danzante Bay on the other, this gorgeous hotel sits on nearly 4,500 acres of natural beauty, including secluded Capri-like coves, pristine beaches, five pools, a sprawling 39,000-square-foot spa, and an 18-hole golf course designed by Rees Jones. A $42 million investment in 2022 saw the revamp of 338 suites and the addition of a new wing with 158 new rooms.

Families love this resort for the sheer volume of things to do, from snorkeling or kayaking right offshore to the Loreto Bay National Marine Park to a lengthy list of activities designed exclusively for kids — think kids' yoga, pool games, movie time, nature walks, dance lessons, and even Spanish lessons for kids. Theme nights at the resort are fun for the whole family, with live performances of family-favorite musicals and Mexican-themed fiestas.

• Distance to airport: 25 miles from Loreto International Airport; 317 miles from Los Cabos
• Wi-Fi: Free in the common areas
• Facilities for Families: Dedicated kids activities, water sports, family-friendly shows and theme nights
• Gratuities: Not included
• Rates: Start at $714

Know Before You Go

Consider the season.

Mexico is open for business year-round, but some times are better to visit than others. Optimal weather in the beach destinations is usually November through April. The weather turns scorching and humid around July through August. September and October are often hurricane season, and you may also have to consider sargassum season in Cancun, which is April through October.

Amenities sometimes outweigh location

A beachfront hotel is lovely, but sometimes Mother Nature has another plan. Most beaches in Los Cabos, for example, are unsafe for swimming. If you visit Cancun during sargassum season, the beach could be messy with seaweed. Picking a resort chock-full of amenities and a gorgeous pool scene will ensure everyone finds something to do.

Beware of the time share

Many hotels and resorts in Mexico also have timeshare desks on property, with salespeople on staff who look to recruit new timeshare holders. If buying a timeshare is not on your agenda, then it's okay to state you are not interested. Salespeople can be notoriously aggressive, and it is OK to firmly but respectfully say no.

How We Chose These Hotels

With hundreds of family-friendly all-inclusive resorts across Mexico, choosing the best can be challenging. Several hotels made this list because they've earned a spot in our annual World's Best awards, in which hundreds of thousands of T+L readers vote on their favorite hotels across the globe.

In addition to these award-winning properties, author Meagan Drillinger contributed her expertise. She has spent 15 years covering Mexico from coast to coast and has personally visited hundreds of resorts nationwide. Her selections focused on the quality of guest experience, as well as the design of the resort, thoughtful touches, and family-friendly services and amenities. Drillinger has reviewed hundreds of hotels in Mexico and around the world in her time as a travel writer.

And as with all hotel roundups, editors ensure all hotel recommendations we make align with our core T+L Hotel Values .

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