Mexico City Tour - Traveling Book Club

Join us for a literary adventure inspired by “Bicycling with Butterflies” by Sara Dykman and “Flight Behavior” by Barbara Kingsolver to witness the breathtaking monarch butterfly migration!

Trace the path of the Western monarch butterfly to the misty oyamel fir forests straddling Michoacán and Estado de México, where millions of butterflies gather in one of nature’s most awe-inspiring migrations.

Your adventure begins in vibrant Mexico City, where we’ll dive into the city’s rich tapestry of food, art, and contemporary culture. Your luxurious room will be nestled in the beautiful Roma neighborhood, filled with trees, bookstores, caes and wine bars.

Venturing beyond the city, we’ll trek through forested trails known mostly to locals, guided by experts who offer a deep connection to the land and its stories. Our path leads to the breathtaking Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—where the air hums with delicate wings and magic.

This trip is a celebration of transformation, migration, and the threads that connect us—from ecology to culture and community.

Space is limited! Only 12 travelers will join this intimate journey.

Witness one of Earth’s great wonders: millions of monarchs filling the sky in a UNESCO sanctuary
Wend horseback into lesser know roosting areas, some guaranteed to feel like your own private sanctuary.
Soak up Mexico City’s vibrance: art, food, bookshops, cafes, beautiful parks, and historically rich districts.
Float Xochimilco’s canals – Kayak past vibrant trajineras, eat with Axolotl researchers, and observe a living piece of Mexico’s heritage
Travel at the perfect moment: mid-February, when monarch butterfly colonies are at their peak and forests pulse with life under rays of sunlight
Stay in soulful, boutique accommodations – Character-rich hotels with style, comfort, and thoughtful amenities throughout your journey
Find your rhythm: Each day has intentional, unhurried solo time to read, explore, and recharge in your own way.
Enjoy a one of a kind experience, not generic & copied: every stop has been handpicked for meaning, beauty, story, and experience. The places you'll visit can't be booked through an internet search.
Return changed: a rare journey of nature, culture, and personal transformation. Like the monarch migration itself, this adventure is merely the beginning of the next.

Includes:

2 Book Club Nights at Book Society
Airport transfers
3 nights in Mexico City (Roma Sur)
3 nights in Zitácuaro
Welcome celebration
Breakfast daily
4 dinners—giving you flexibility for bucket list restaurants
Kayak tour and lunch in Xochimilco
Horseback riding through Michoácan forests
Walking tour of Mexico City's top sights
Admission to the National Museum of Anthropology
Admission to the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO Heritage Site
Travel app for information and easy communication
English-speaking local guides
Expert recommendations
24/7 expedition leader support
Group photo gallery
Environmentally aware itinerary
Pre-trip planning & coordination
In-country logistics handled
Cost savings extended from our personal relationships
Donation to Xerces Foundation

Field Notes (on butterflies and fitness)

When the weather is sunny and warm, the butterflies take flight as part of their mating ritual. They may even happily land on calm and patient humans.
On cool days the butterflies huddle together in clusters known as roots or bivouacs, resembling dry leaves.
Unlike the monarchs, you won’t have to physically fly 2,800 miles on this journey, but it will require a moderate fitness level. This expedition involves city walking, light hiking uphill, horseback riding…and of course, eating!

Booking Terms

Deposits are non-refundable (unless specified during a special perk window). Any additional payments may be refunded when canceled more than 60 days prior to the expedition date. Deposits may be transferred once to another trip departing within 12 months and incur a $100 rebooking fee.

We use these deposits not only to reserve your space on the trip, but also to lock in our favorite boutique hotels and expert butterfly guides while honoring our commitments to the local partners who make this trip extraordinary.

*Book Society Members may also extend their deposit to Fair Travel Co.'s private trip planning concierge service.

Read the complete booking terms and conditions.

Travel Insurance

Proof of travel insurance is required to protect you and your investment in the expedition.

We are happy to advise you on any insurance considerations. Just ask!

If you prefer not to purchase travel insurance, please sign our opt-out waiver.

This is Mexico City (bestseller!)

by Abby Clawson Low
This stylish, gorgeously photographed guide to Mexico City will help you get the most out of this vibrant, culturally rich destination.
Bottle of Wine

A special book and wine pairing to delight your palette and build anticipation leading up to this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Limited Edition Bookmarks

One for This is Mexico City and another for our next book club read, Bicycling with Butterflies by Sara Dykman
Taco Passport

Each blank page represents a new memory, a new adventure, a new invitation to go explore.
Frida Kahlo's Mexico City

Step into the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo with a beautifully illustrated fold-out map and cultural travel guide featuring 35 locations from Frida's life.
Milkweed Seeds

Cultivate your love for monarch butterflies and help restore their native habitat in your own backyard.

Plus...

Your Next Book Club Pick— Bicycling with Butterflies by Sara Dykman
Free entry to January's author event with Sara Dykman
Refer a friend reward: Pay your deposit for a private room, at the shared-room rate. We'll give you up to 4 weeks to find a travel buddy. Use Code: BringAFriend
$150 off if you pay with your bank vs credit card
Interest free installment plan
Flexibility Booking—Enjoy a 60% reduced deposit ($620) and transfer it to another trip if your plans change.

Early Bird Perks

Book by Oct. 31

Don't miss out on:

Mexico City Explorer Kit—for the first 5 sign ups! Don't delay!
Your Next Book Club Pick—Bicycling with Butterflies by Sara Dykman
Free entry to January's author event with Sara Dykman
Bring a friend reward—save $300! Use code EARLYBIRD when booking your private room and you'll have 4 weeks to find a travel companion (yes, they can have their own room too)
Special edition bookmark!
Welcome beverage
Save $150+ with bank pay vs credit card
Interest-free payment plan (4 months)
Flexibility Booking—Enjoy a 60% reduced deposit ($620) and transfer it to another trip if your plans change.

Midway Bonus

Through Nov. 15

If spots remain...

Free entry to January's author event with Sara Dykman
Welcome beverage
Special edition bookmark
Flexibility Booking—Enjoy a 60% reduced deposit ($620) and transfer it to another trip if your plans change.
Save $150+ with bank pay vs credit card
Interest-free payment plan (3 months)
Transfer credit if your plans change
Once-in-a-lifetime experience to stand in a living cloud of millions of butterflies, their wings shimmering like falling leaves

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Final Call

Black Friday

Only a few spots may be left!

Add a Gift of Travel box
Free entry to January's author event with Sara Dykman
Save $150+ with bank pay vs credit card
Interest-free payment plan (2 months)
Transfer credit for the amount of your deposit in case your plans change.

Let's Go!

Very personable customer service, selection and flexibility. The vehicle is way more comfortable than one of the bus tours and really a lot of fun. Mary Cate made several contacts leading up to the appointments and incorporated what I wanted to get from the experience. Could not recommend Fair Travel enough and can’t wait to come back.

Johnathan D.

Read & Roam: Mexico City Bound

Dates
Feb. 10-16, 2025

Duration
7 days, 6 nights

Group Size
Intimate

Activity Level
Moderate

Travel Style
Elevated Escape

Starting at
$3,865

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