Embark on a captivating 5-day, 5-night journey in San Cristobal De Las Casas, Chiapas. Stay at a locally-owned, enchanting 10-room hotel, owned by our friends Javi and Tim!  You will experience the warm hospitality of the area.  We will take a boat ride to explore the breathtaking Sumidero Canyon, a nature preserve showcasing unparalleled beauty. Engage your senses on a coffee plantation tour, indulging in aromatic tastings and a delightful lunch. Immerse yourself in the local culture with a fascinating train tour of San Cristobal de Las Casas, where you'll discover the town's charming colonial architecture and interact with friendly locals. It's a getaway that promises both relaxation and a profound connection with the natural and cultural wonders of Chiapas.

Sumidero Canyon: Discover the breathtaking beauty of Sumidero Canyon in Chiapas. This stunning nature preserve captivates with its towering cliffs, lush greenery, and winding river. Embark on a thrilling boat tour, marvel at the majestic waterfall, and spot incredible wildlife along the way. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring natural beauty of Sumidero Canyon and create memories that will last a lifetime.

San Crisotbal De Las Casas!

San Cristóbal de Las Casas, nestled in the heart of Chiapas state, Mexico, is full of culture with the Maya and other indigenous communities. Perched at a breathtaking elevation of 6,900 feet (2,100 meters) on the majestic Chiapas Highlands, this city paints a vibrant historical canvas with its remarkable colonial architecture, notably the awe-inspiring Santo Domingo church.

But there's more to San Cristóbal than meets the eye. It is a haven for connoisseurs of exquisite flavors, as Chiapas is renowned for its world-class coffee and velvety chocolate. Indulge your taste buds and savor the rich aromas that fill the air, as you embark on a sensory journey through the local cafes and chocolate shops.

And let's not forget about the vibrant handicrafts that adorn the streets of San Cristóbal. Here, you can find an array of affordable treasures, from intricately woven textiles to intricately crafted pottery and hand-painted wooden sculptures. These unique creations, made by skilled artisans, are a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the region.

As you wander the markets and explore the winding streets of this timeless city, you'll find yourself immersed in a tapestry of sights, sounds, and flavors. San Cristóbal de Las Casas, with its blend of history, culture, and mouthwatering delights, is a place that will leave a lasting impression on your heart and mind.

We are staying at Hacienda Valentino a BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in an amazing location.  

Hacienda Valentino Boutique Hotel, a new gem in San Cristóbal de las Casas owned by our friends Tim and Javi.  The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of everything the Historic Center has to offer. As the only hotel in the area to provide heat and filtered water, our guests can enjoy a cozy and comfortable stay in the ten contemporary, comfortable, and uniquely designed rooms. Feel the charm of our Mexican colonial architecture as you unwind in our café/bar, El Colibrí.  

The FOOD here is hard to beat and you will not want to eat anywhere else!  You will have 2 breakfasts and our welcome dinner will be at this hotel restaraunt! 

Rooms:

Include A/C, Internet,  shampoo & conditioner, bath towels, small safe, coffee maker, hair dryer, luggage rack & drinking water.  Refillable drinking water in the rooms.

Room Breakdowns:

8 rooms 1 king -  Couples, friends or family members

2 rooms with 2 double beds - 1 person to a bed. 

In the booking, we will ask for what set up of a room you would like.  First come first serve.

Note: Once you are booked you will be added to our private Facebook group to start connecting with other group attendees! 

Getting around:

Walking distance to everything!

The location of our hotel is within walking distance of about 10 minutes or less to everything! Just be careful when walking the sidewalks are not even! 

Taxi Prices: 

When you have time to yourself we are within walking distance of everything but maybe you want to go see a specific park? San Cristobal taxis are very affordable.  You can go almost anywhere you need for less than $ 5 USD   We will have a few taxi numbers we reccomend to use while on your stay. 

For those of you that have been following me for a while, you know that I encourage people to travel to Mexico despite the negative media.  We want you to feel safe as possible and know that we can not control everything but want to do the best we can!  So first we do want to mention we will need proof of travel insurance for your stay. 

We want to take into consideration of weather issues and closures due to issues beyond our control but please remember travel doesn't always go as planned.  Please be patient if we have to make any travel changes along the way.   Many insurance policies will cover some of these issues as well.

Additionally, the tours & experiences are listed as a package, and no price adjustments will be given if someone wants to "opt out" of an included activity. 

You will secure your spot with a $350 USD deposit.  The deposit is non-refundable and the remaining balance is due by August 15th 2024.

For those who book the trip early:

We have a payment program that after the deposit you can break the balance into 8 payments to make it easier for those that may not have the money all at once!  I thought this was pretty cool because that would be me! haha  

If you have been following me o social media for a while you will know a lot aabout Mexico and My Trish Adivosr BUT maybe you don't know this  My Trish Advisor lady?! GASP  Well, Let me introduce myself! 

Who is this Trish gal??  Oh well, I thought you would never ask! Hola! my name is Trish and I am originally from Iowa BUT I left the cold winters of Iowa behind in 2001.  I moved to warm Huntington Beach California and lived in So Cal for over 8 years.  Then I moved to NYC got married and left that terribly abusive marriage.  Whew, got out of that one! Shortly after I left NYC to go back to Iowa I was recruited by my old boss to go back to Cali and I did just that. 

Ok Trish that's fine but how the heck did you end up in MEXICO? Funny you should ask, ok LONG story short I went to Rosarito by myself to do the JET PACK, yes to fly around over the water! After spending a few weekends there I met some people at a party that were driving to Cancun for diving jobs.  Well, I said I'd join them, and well... 3 days later I was driving my 2 dogs, Sassy and Peace Out Dog across Mexico with people we just met!  We had 6 people, 2 SUVs, and 4 dogs we drove over 3,000 miles across 18 states of Mexico which took 16 days!  I arrived on November 12th, 2015, in Puerto Morelos and after about a week people were asking me what I was gonna do, I was like oh I can't just DRIVE back! I guess I will stay a while!  Lol, It was a VERY FAR drive! haha, So I stayed!  I ended up flying back to San Diego selling everything I own officially quitting my job that I was KILLING it at then went home to Iowa to see family and friends and then arrived a 2nd time by plane on Jan 7th, 2016 officially moved to Puerto Morelos!

Ok, gotcha but how did My Trish Advisor get started??  By ACCIDENT, but now of course I believe it's all for a reason! Well….I was frustrated with some news that came out in March 2018 about how dangerous Mexico and people should not travel here. I decided to make a video sharing my frustration about how the media portrays Mexico. .  I basically said that people should not cancel their vacations because the news says that Mexico is dangerous.  That shootings happen even in schools in the USA and kids still go to school.  Of course, some people were very upset about what I said but my point was and still is that terrible things happen all over the world. We have the choice to sit on the couch and be scared or actually go out and make experiences of our own!  I had 2 videos that went viral that had over a million views each.  I never want a viral video again, it's very stressful, and people are mean! 

So after that, I had TONS of people reaching out to me asking things like: Where do you recommend to stay? What should we do while visiting? Do you know any good taco spots? I already had my tour company and that was called Adventurous Spirits Tours and NO ONE can ever spell that.  Well after a meeting with friends that were gonna help me with social media they were the ones that came up with My Trish Advisor. In our area Trip Advisor is everywhere and the new name just fit well!   Ya seeeee I had hired them to help me with Adventurous Spirits Tours and then it swiftly changed to My Trish Advisor. It just made sense.  I was a person that people could connect with and learn about Mexico and what it's like not just to visit but also to live here.  Since I had airport transfers and hosted day trips like catamaran sailing, cenotes, Mayan ruins, and MANY more for over 5 years it worked well to combine it with My Trish Advisor.  

Ok now what!?  I know many people are wanting to explore other areas of Mexico or want to meet new friends to travel with.  Also, some are nervous or scared to travel alone,  as a couple or with their family.   Then, for me I LOVE hosting people, throwing parties &  traveling sooo why not combine all that and create a community that can travel together!? 

I have helped groups from 4 to 100 travel the area, including weddings, families, MANY girls' trips, and corporate groups. I have also been making YouTube videos, FB and IG posts, and sharing all these beautiful places I visit but NOW I want to BRING YOU ALONG! This is why we are launching MTA Group trips! I hope you join us and invite your friends and family!

If you read all that thank you,  I know its long winded but I wanted to you know a little about me!  Also if you did read all of that & take a spot on the trip I will buy you a drink! Just be sure to write “Trish you owe me a drink” in the booking or in an email that you send to me after booking this trip! MTAgrouptrips@gmail.com

See you soon in Mexico! 

Trish

P.S. We are only starting with Mexico, I have plans for many other locations but we will start with Mexico, there is a lot to explore here! 

In the event that you need to cancel your trip, these fees will be applied:  

2024

 • Between time of booking - Feb 1st, MTA retains only the non-refundable deposit ($350) 

 • Between Feb 1st till June 1st, MTA retains 50% of the tour price. 

 • Between June 2nd till August 1st, MTA retains 75% of the tour price. 

 • Between August 15th and till departure date,  MTA retains 100% of the entire tour price.   

ADD-ONS - you can choose to add these up until 60 days before the trip. These are non-refundable within 60 days of the trip.  

A single room for the duration of the trip is an extra cost of $495. -- This can not be canceled or refunded closer than 60 days prior to your trip.  

MTA=My Trish Advisor