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Experience authentic local cuisine on one of these 6 Central America & Mexico culinary tours that feature cooking classes. We've searched the world around for the best cooking classes, and these trips in Central America & Mexico will expose you to new culinary experiences with local ingredients and distinct flavors of food from Central America & Mexico. Explore the culinary diversity of regions such as Oaxaca, San Bartolo Coyotepec, Monte Alban, Teotitlan del Valle, and Mitla with local chefs as you shop in local markets and learn local culinary techniques and recipes. Select any the food tours below and customize any of them to fit your personal interests with the help of one of Adventure Life's expert Central America & Mexico trip planners. 
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Making tortillas
$1,676
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Antigua Culinary Tour

6 Day Itinerary
  • Wander the streets of Antigua
  • Visit Antigua's bustling market
  • Learn about various types of cacoa
  • Take a coffee tour
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore Antigua on a locally-hosted Guatemala culinary tour. Spend 6 days in the former colonial capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala, whose architecture combines 17th and 18th century buildings and ruins with modern conveniences. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Antigua exudes a …
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Hierve el Agua natural rock formations
$2,590
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Oaxaca Traditions

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Oaxaca City with your guide
  • Learn traditional weaving practices
  • Shop for and cook a Oaxaca meal
  • Visit artisan villages
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Oaxaca’s location in the mountains of southwest Mexico has contributed to its rich culture being relatively protected by outside influences. Ancient native languages are spoken in villages, and the artisan folk arts, particularly weaving and pottery, are practiced with the same techniques …
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Making tortillas. The Living Maya Experience.
$1,268
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Living Maya Experience

6 Day Itinerary
  • Make a traditional Belizean lunch
  • Take a Garifuna drumming class
  • Visit Mayan House
  • Kayak, swim, zipline and hike
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Ziplining
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Tanager Rainforest Lodge offers all the best of Belize jungle adventure with an authentic Mayan experience. The lodge is located on the banks of the Rio Grande, the gateway to the Mayan mountains. Experience modern Mayan culture with local families and villages as you learn to make an authentic …
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Swing bridge
$964
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Jade Jungle Retreat

4 Day Itinerary
  • Explore ancient Maya ruins
  • Enjoy yoga sessions
  • Wander the lower trails
  • Embrace Ecotourism in Belize
Starts / Ends:
Jade Jungle Resort (Formerly Pook's Hill) / Jade Jungle Resort (Formerly Pook's Hill)
Activities:
Adventure Options, Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes, Hiking, Rainforest Exploration, Spa Relaxation, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Jade Jungle Resort on a 4-day adventure in Belize's rainforest. With 300- acres of forest and trails, nestled among Maya ruins, swimming holes, swinging bridges, and farms there are plenty of jungle activities at Jade. Take time to explore the Maya ruins and experience the …
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Grouper Ceviche on the beach after snorkeling!
$2,844
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Taste of Puebla

4 Day Itinerary
  • Take a hands on cooking class
  • Enjoy meals at local restaurants
  • Visit Cholula's Aztec temple
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore the best of Puebla's flavors on a Mexico culinary tour. Discover Puebla's rich history and colorful culture while learning how to make genuine Mexican meals. Meet the chef at Meson de La Sacristia Cooking School for a 2-3-hour cooking class. Check out the National Palace, …
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Cooking tortillas
$5,094
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Oaxaca Culinary Tour

8 Day Itinerary
  • Tour the highlights of Oaxaca
  • Attend a traditional cooking class
  • Explore points of cultural interest
  • Visit artisanal communities
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this eight-day gastronomic Oaxaca tour, sample the best of traditional cuisine. Learn traditional Oaxacan culinary techniques from professional chefs and sample delectable dishes as you explore the best of Mexican cuisine. Visit local markets to source the freshest ingredients, become acquainted …
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