A mouth-watering tour of Mexico's taco culture

Tacos are the lifeblood of Mexico, and Mexicans eat them day and night. Not only are there a lot of traditional Mexican tacos with fantastic flavor combinations but there are also recipes and cooking styles behind them. On this tour, you will learn the basics of the local taco scene as you visit four different and well-known taquerias. You will try several types of iconic tacos, as your friendly, English-speaking guide escorts you through the entire tour, breaking down each one of the tacos you will try. And you will get to try everything! The first stop takes you to El Posito to taste Cochinita Pibil made of pork traditionally prepared with Mayan spices. The second stop is at Coapenitos to taste their Taco Villa Melon, a beefsteak, pork sausage, and deep-fried pork skin combination. The third stop is at the iconic Tacos Rigo to taste Tacos de Cabeza, a taco made for the adventurous ones – yes, the filling is prepared from all the parts of the head of the cow. The fourth stop, La Parrilla, is the spot for the famous Tacos de Pastor made with pork prepared with more than 19 spices and topped with slivers of fresh pineapple. By the way, you will even get to sample classic sides like homemade tortilla chips, guacamoles, and salsa. And don't forget the best part, a sampling of local beer is included at each taqueria. Make sure to bring your appetite, because you’re sure to be stuffed by the end of this tour. In addition to the delicious feast you will enjoy, get ready to immerse into the stories behind these famous tacos that represent styles of cooking from all over the country. But make sure to save room for dessert! Because you will also visit Parque de las Palapas, the most traditional family meeting point in Downton Cancun where you will find food vendors in and around the park. Just wait until you try the traditional Churro or the Marquesita, a Mexican crepe with holland cheese inside for dessert.


Mexican food doesn’t have to be meat

Tacos are for everyone! Even if you’re looking to eat less red meat, or embrace a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, taco mania is still in the cards! On this Taco Extravaganza, there are vegetarian options available to explore, including "Papadzulez”, egg-filled tacos bathed in pepita seed sauce at El Pocito. Coapenitos has a vegetarian taco made with mushrooms, peppers, cheese, and avocado. Tacos Rigo makes a great combination of cactus, onions, and cheese, and so does La Parrilla. There you have it, perfect options for any type of taco cravings.


Yes… Dessert too!

Make sure to save room for dessert! Because you will also visit Parque de las Palapas, a very traditional family meeting point in downtown Cancun where you will find food vendors in and around the park. Just wait until you try a traditional Churro or Marquesita, a Mexican crepe filled with cajeta (Mexican-style caramel), jams, chocolate, or cheese and served by…. of course, rolling it up like a taco! And depending on the day, the park may have many street carts open for some fun souvenir hunting. A wonderfully typical way to enjoy a day in Mexico!