Let´s Taco ‘bout Tacos
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
From USD 44.00
Office phone number: +52 01 55 4162 9185
Let´s Taco ‘bout Tacos
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Ready to talk tacos – and eat some, too? Get off the beaten path with a local by your side to discover some of Playa del Carmen’s best street food in the form of tasty tacos. Visit hidden gem venues locals love, fill up on several different varieties of tacos, and end your epic eating adventure at an exclusive rooftop bar for a cold drink amongst new friends.
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Highlights
- Experience Playa del Carmen from a local´s perspective
- Get to know authentic Mexican cuisine and the history behind it
- Discover the myths and facts about tacos and learn how to eat tacos like a local
- Eat tons of tacos, from a wide variety of cooking styles
- Finish your taco-tasting adventure with a great view on an exclusive rooftop – cold drink in hand
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Capilla de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Av Benito Juárez esqu. con 5ta ave, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
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- Starting time: 10.00 AM
- Ending point:
Capilla de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Av Benito Juárez esqu. con 5ta ave, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, 1 quesadilla, 4 tacos 1 fresh juice, 1 drink (can be a juice, smoothie, beer or cocktail), access to an exclusive rooftop bar.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your Playa del Carmen taco-tasting adventure starts by getting well off the beaten path to discover some of the best street food in the city – hidden gems only locals know about. Get ready to explore the vibrant streets and find out where locals hang out, shop, mingle – and most importantly – eat!
The first stop will be for a quesadilla where you’ll also get to see how tortillas are made and learn how important they are to Mexican cuisine.
The second stop will be a small but colourful fruit market where we will check out some of the local produce and cool off with a fresh juice.
Our next stop will be for pollo rostizado, (local BBQ chicken) and we’ll be eating it at the most popular place to eat chicken among locals. You’ll also get a quick lesson in how to eat tacos like a local.
Still hungry? We hope so since there’s plenty more eating to do. Your fourth street food stop will be to sample tacos de carnitas (pulled pork tacos) where your local guide will tell you about the birth of Mexican cuisine.
Next up, we’ll try tacos de barbacoa, made using a pre-Columbian cooking style, and tacos de guisado (tacos with stewed fillings) from the revolution times. While you feast, you’ll learn the history behind these tacos.
Your last stop will be an exclusive rooftop terrace with spectacular ocean views where we will relax and enjoy a cold drink.
Your taco tour ends back at the meeting point, but you have the option of staying at the bar for as long as desired without having to pay for a day pass.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, 1 quesadilla, 4 tacos 1 fresh juice, 1 drink (can be a juice, smoothie, beer or cocktail), access to an exclusive rooftop bar.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Closure of sites: This is a street food tour. Venues can close without notice. We have alternate venues to cover those that close, without affecting the tour.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 15 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@playadelcarmenurbanadventures.com
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Local contact
Office phone number: +52 01 55 4162 9185
Email address: info@playadelcarmenurbanadventures.com
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