Vegan Mexican Food Tour

Playa del Carmen Vegan Mexican Food Tour

★ 4.9 45 reviews

3 hours, free cancellation.

from $83.52 per person

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Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: Av Benito Juárez 56
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: Eating With Carmen Food Tours

Overview

This three-hour walking tour from Eating With Carmen Food Tours takes vegans and vegan-curious eaters through Playa del Carmen's local food scene. Along the way the tour stops at a fruit stand, Mercado Playa Del Carmen, an organic shop and a cafe, with all food tastings, a dinner portion and beverages included in the price.

The format is simple. A local guide leads a group of no more than 10 travellers between stops, talking about the food and the neighborhoods as you go. One reviewer noted that vegetarians and omnivores in their party were all satisfied with the food.

It suits travellers who like to walk, eat a lot and see a side of town they would not otherwise find. One reviewer described the route as just under 3 miles, mostly in shade. The listing states the tour is not wheelchair accessible and asks for a moderate level of physical fitness. Come hungry: several reviewers said they were stuffed by the end.

What's Included

Included

Beverages
Food Tasting
Local guide
Dinner

Not Included

Gratuities
Transportation to/from meeting point

Itinerary

Meet at Juarez and 10thThe tour meets at the corner of Juarez Avenue and 10th Avenue in central Playa del Carmen at 16:00. Hotel pickup is not provided.
Fruit StandThe first stop is a fruit stand for 25 minutes.
Mercado Playa Del CarmenOne hour at Mercado Playa Del Carmen.
Bio-OrganicosA 40-minute stop at this organic shop.
Bajo Cafe and finishThe final food stop lasts 40 minutes at Bajo Cafe. The tour ends at the corner of 34th Street and 25th Avenue, in the Gonzalo Guerrero area.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical things shape how this tour goes, from the walking distance to the size of the group.

Walking distance. One reviewer measured the route at just under 3 miles total. The listing asks for a moderate level of physical fitness. That same reviewer noted the route stayed in the shade almost the entire way.
Wear good shoes. The listing specifically advises comfortable walking shoes. This is a walking tour with no transport between stops.
Come hungry. The tour includes a full dinner portion plus tastings and beverages along the way.
Group feel. The tour caps at 10 travellers, per the listing. It is a small walking group, not a bus tour. Confirmation is received at the time of booking.
Go early in your stay. One reviewer recommended taking the tour early in a trip so you learn where to return for the rest of your visit. Several stops are places you would not stumble onto alone.
Not just for vegans. One reviewer with vegetarians and omnivores in the party said everyone was pleased with the cuisine. Another reviewer mentioned cheese can be requested as an add-on for non-vegans. Even non-vegans reported enjoying the food.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and the listing states that infants must sit on laps. Gratuities are not included, and you must arrange your own transport to the meeting point and from the end point, which are in different parts of town. One reviewer was underwhelmed by some of the food stops, feeling only a single restaurant stood out. Weather matters too: the operator requires good weather and will offer a different date or a full refund if the tour is cancelled for poor conditions.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Beverages, food tastings, a local guide and dinner are all included. Gratuities are not included, so tipping your guide is at your discretion.

Is Hotel Pickup Provided?

No. The listing states no hotel pickup and no transportation to or from the meeting point. You meet at the corner of Juarez Avenue and 10th Avenue at 16:00 and the tour ends at a different location, the corner of 34th Street and 25th Avenue.

How Long Is The Tour And How Far Do We Walk?

The tour runs three hours. One reviewer measured the total walking distance at just under 3 miles, mostly in shade. The listing recommends a moderate level of physical fitness.

Is The Tour Suitable For Kids Or People With Limited Mobility?

The listing says the tour is not wheelchair accessible and infants must sit on laps. It also asks that travellers have a moderate physical fitness level, since the whole route is on foot. Anyone with serious mobility limits should reconsider, given the distance covered.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time, based on local time in Playa del Carmen. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start receive no refund. If the operator cancels for poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

What Should I Bring And Wear?

Comfortable walking shoes are the main requirement. The meeting point is near public transportation, which helps with getting there and back. Gratuities for the guide are not included in the price.