UPCOMING: India Art Fair Tour | Delhi & Agra
It all begins with an idea.
31 January – 7 February 2026
Join us for an extraordinary journey through the vibrant art, architecture, and cultural heritage of Delhi, timed to coincide with the 17th Edition of the India Art Fair—one of the most exciting events on the global art calendar.
In collaboration with India expert Marieke Brugman, this small-group tour offers rare access to private collections, museum archives, leading galleries, and contemporary artists shaping the region’s dynamic art scene. From colonial architecture to Mughal monuments, cutting-edge design hubs to contemporary street art districts—this is an immersive and expertly guided experience for art lovers and collectors alike.
Tour Highlights
VIP access to the India Art Fair, including curated viewings and invitations to select events
Private, curator-led tours of Delhi’s top galleries, museums, and collections
Architectural walks of both Old Delhi and Lutyens' Delhi
Design destinations including the Lodhi Art District and The Dhan Mill
Stay at The Imperial Hotel, one of Delhi’s most iconic heritage properties
Welcome dinner at Indian Accent, consistently ranked one of Asia’s top restaurants
An unforgettable journey to Agra including the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, and the Itmad-ud-Daulah
This tour is strictly limited to 10 guests for a highly personal and exclusive experience.
UPCOMING: DAAF Art Fair | Darwin & the Tiwi Islands
It all begins with an idea.
August 2026 – final dates tbc
Immerse yourself in one of Australia’s most significant celebrations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, held on Larrakia Country in Darwin. Bringing together over 75 Indigenous-owned Art Centres from across the country, the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair offers an extraordinary opportunity to view and acquire artworks directly from the artists, with 100% of sales supporting their communities. Guests enjoy the rare chance to meet artists in person, hear the stories behind their work, and explore an extraordinary range of mediums—from traditional bark paintings, weaving, and ceramics to cutting-edge contemporary pieces.
Tour Highlights
Celebrate at the Opening Night of DAAF – Join the vibrant launch of the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair and soak up the energy of this nationally significant cultural event.
Access to the Telstra NATSIAA – Experience Australia’s most prestigious Indigenous art awards, held on Larrakia Country at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT), and see the works shaping the contemporary First Nations art landscape.
Explore Parap’s Creative Scene – Wander through Parap’s lively local markets, sample delicious food, and discover its thriving gallery precinct showcasing both established and emerging artists.
Venture to the Tiwi Islands – Take a memorable day trip to these unique islands, located 80 km north of Darwin in the pristine Arafura Sea, and connect with the art, culture, and traditions of the Tiwi people.
This itinerary offers one of M Curated Tours’ more relaxed programs, designed to showcase the highlights of Darwin and the Tiwi Islands. Please register your interest—full details will be available in early 2026.
UPCOMING: India Art Tour 2025
It all begins with an idea.
31 January - 8 February 2026
Join .M Contemporary for a curated trip of art, food and culture in the vibrant and culturally rich New Dehli, in 2026.
An interest in art is essential for this trip as we will be guided through New Dehli’s leading contemporary art galleries and museums.
Limited places available, please contact us for priority access.
Detailed Itinerary
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Arrivals at the Imperial Hotel (flight dependant).
About The Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel in New Delhi is a landmark of colonial-era grandeur and Indian heritage. Opened in 1936, it was designed by architect F.B. Blomfield and played a significant role during India’s independence movement, serving as a meeting place for key political figures. Nestled along Janpath, the hotel blends Art Deco, Victorian, and Lutyens' architectural influences, offering an opulent setting filled with rare artworks and historic memorabilia. Renowned for its luxurious hospitality, The Imperial remains one of India’s most iconic hotels, embodying the elegance and legacy of a bygone era.
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Breakfast at leisure
Private exhibition/collection visit in Central Delhi
Welcome dinner at Indian Accent (located in The Lodhi hotel) with Chef’s 6-course tasting menu paired with wines.
Indian Accent, located within The Lodhi in New Delhi, is one of India’s most celebrated fine dining destinations, voted among the top 50 restaurants in Asia. Helmed by Chef Manish Mehrotra, the restaurant redefines Indian cuisine with its innovative approach, blending traditional flavours with global influences. Housed in The Lodhi near the historic Lodhi Gardens, Indian Accent offers a sophisticated dining experience that complements the hotel’s serene and contemporary ambience.
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Breakfast at the hotel
Morning privatised Pedicab ride of Old Delhi to include historical highlights
Lunch at Lakhori rooftop at Dharampura Haveli
Private exhibition/collection visit
Evening at leisure, see recommendations below. Please contact us should you wish to book.
Bukhara at ITC Sheraton
Dum Pukht at ITC
Sheraton Spice Route at
The Imperial Dhilli at The Oberoi
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Breakfast at the hotel
Curator tour at Nature Morte, one of Delhi’s leading contemporary art spaces
Founded in New York's East Village in 1982 and closed in 1988, Peter Nagy revived Nature Morte in New Delhi in 1997 as a commercial gallery and a curatorial experiment. In the early years, Nature Morte became synonymous in India with challenging and experimental forms of art; championing conceptual, lens-based, and installation genres and representing a generation of Indian artists who went on to international exposure.
Lunch at Café Dori
Breakfast at the hotel
Curator tour at Nature Morte, one of Delhi’s leading contemporary art spaces
Founded in New York's East Village in 1982 and closed in 1988, Peter Nagy revived Nature Morte in New Delhi in 1997 as a commercial gallery and a curatorial experiment. In the early years, Nature Morte became synonymous in India with challenging and experimental forms of art; championing conceptual, lens-based, and installation genres and representing a generation of Indian artists who went on to international exposure.
Lunch at Café Dori
Afternoon visiting Lado Sarai Art District
Private tour of Latitude 28 Gallery
LATITUDE 28 is a venture under the direction of Bhavna Kakar, who specialises in pre-modern art history with nearly a decade's experience as a curator, writer, and art consultant.
Private collection tour of Exhibit 320
Exhibit320 showcases contemporary art from India and the sub-continent, creating a platform for new thoughts and ideas.
The emphasis of the exhibition space is on art that engages in new means, both by thoughts and material.
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Morning: Walking tour of Lodhi Art District and Lodhi Gardens
Lodhi Art District is India’s first open-air public art district, turning Lodhi Colony into a vibrant cultural hub with large-scale murals by Indian and international artists. Lodhi Gardens is a historic green oasis in Delhi, home to 15th- and 16th-century tombs from the Sayyid and Lodi dynasties, blending Indo-Islamic architecture with lush landscapes.
Afternoon: Lutyens Delhi with Malvika Singh
Lutyens' Delhi, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, is the historic and political heart of New Delhi, known for its grand colonial-era architecture, wide boulevards, and iconic landmarks such as Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. It remains a symbol of India's transition from British rule to independence.
We are delighted to be joined by Malvika Singh, a longstanding friend of The Lutyens Trust and an esteemed author of numerous books, including New Delhi: Making of a Capital and, most recently, Saris of Memory. Her insights will offer a deeper understanding of Lutyens’ Delhi and its enduring legacy.
Dinner at Spice Route in The Imperial Hotel
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Hotel breakfast at leisure
VIP access to India Art Fair with curator tours meet the gallerists and artists talks
Lunch at leisure at the Fair
Late afternoon return to the hotel
Evening at leisure, see recommendations below. Please contact us should you wish to book.
Plats - Cosmopolitan
Baoshuan at the Oberoi - Modern Chinese
Bo Tai – Thai
Megu at Leela Palace – Japanese
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Early fast train to Agra (1st class seats); breakfast hampers provided
Upon arrival, enjoy a refreshment break before driving to Fatehpur Sikri for a guided visit.
Casual lunch
Return to Agra via Sikandra to visit the tombs of Mughal Emperor Akbar and his wife, Mariam.
The 17th-century Tomb of Akbar the Great is an ornate sandstone building inlaid with white marble at the heart of a sprawling, Charbagh-style garden. Mariam's Tomb was once a 1400s pleasure pavilion, and it retains traces of its original paintings.
Overnight stay at the ITC Mughal with dinner at the hotel
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Sunrise visit to Itmad ud Daulah, the baby Taj and Taj Mahal
Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, often called the "Baby Taj," is a 17th-century mausoleum in Agra, regarded as a precursor to the Taj Mahal. Built by Empress Nur Jahan for her father, Mirza Ghiyas Beg, it was the first Mughal structure made entirely of white marble, featuring intricate inlay work that later influenced the Taj Mahal’s design.
The Taj Mahal, an enduring symbol of love and one of the world's most celebrated architectural masterpieces, was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Completed in 1648, this UNESCO World Heritage site blends Persian, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles, renowned for its perfect symmetry, luminous marble facade, and exquisite craftsmanship. As one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal remains a testament to Mughal grandeur and India’s rich cultural heritage.
Return to the hotel for a late breakfast
Afternoon TBC
Farewell dinner at Esphehan, Amarvilas
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Breakfast at leisure
Departure to Delhi and onwards flights or overnight accomodation
PAST: New York City Art Fair Tour 2022
It all begins with an idea.
May 18th - May 24th, 2022
Thank you for all those that joined us on our New York City Art Fair Tour.
We visited three art fairs, gaining VIP access to VOLTA New York, Frieze Art Fair, and the 1 - 54 Contemporary African Art Fair. In between the art fairs, we also checked out .M Contemporary gallery artist Natasha Wright’s studio. We gained behind the scenes access to MoMA and the Guggenheim while visiting NYC’s newest up and coming galleries.
Detailed Itinerary
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AM - Fly to New York City via QANTAS
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AM - Natasha Wright studio visit
PM - Visit Freize New York Art Fair
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AM - Chelsea commercial galleries and VOLTA Art Fair
PM - African Contemproary Art Fair 1-54 and visit to Neu Gallery
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AM - Whitney Biennale Show and Basquiat exhibition at historic Starrett-Lehigh building in West Chelsea
PM - AIPAD photography fair
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Visit Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim and Frick Collection.
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AM - Visit Dia in Beacon Gallery.
PM - Visit Storm King, an open-air museum located in New Windsor, New York.
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Flew back to Sydney via QANTAS
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All day VIP art fair access.
Optional private tours of alternative Cape Town attractions, please enquire.
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Today we bid farewell, you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport for your homebound flight.
Unless you are extending your trip;
Click here for Winelands extension details
Click here for Safari extension details
Please enquire for other add on experiences via our contact us page.
HOTELS
The Residence Boutique Hotel
The Residence is an extraordinary boutique hotel that is truly one of a kind; no effort has been spared in creating the most sublime surroundings.
There is an immediate awareness of the sophisticated splendour of the interior and an all-pervading atmosphere of total tranquillity.
Take a stroll through the manicured gardens , enjoy a game of tennis, swim a few lengths in the outdoor pools, sit by the log fire, visit the rooftop lounge or take a trip in The Residence Rolls Royce or Mercedes Benze to places of interest.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served throughout the day.
The Silo Hotel
The Silo Hotel is a celebration of art, style, architecture, and design. Each room has a private balcony and a unique collection of contemporary African art.
It has been built in the grain elevator portion of a historic grain silo complex, occupying six floors above the Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa). Zeitz MOCAA houses Africa’s largest collection of contemporary African art.
It is the ideal base from which to explore all that the city has to offer. At the hotel itself, guests can relax at the spa, take afternoon tea overlooking Table Mountain, quaff champagne, swim in the rooftop pool, workout in the gym, or enjoy a guided tour of the hotel’s private art collection containing over 300 pieces of contemporary African art.
PAST: Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Tour 2022
It all begins with an idea.
August 4th - August 7th, 2022
The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) is an annual event that showcases the contemporary fine art of more than 70 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Centres. The Fair is held in Darwin, on Larrakia Country. .M Contemporary Gallery visit the region for a curated trip focusing on the fair and including VIP access.
Detailed Itinerary
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AM - QANTAS flight to Darwin
Stay at Double Tree by Hilton Darwin
PM - VIP DAAF opening event followed by collector dinner at PeeWee’s
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AM - DAAF curated tour
PM - Visit to the Museum and Art Gallery Northern Territory (MAGNT)
Dinner at Char restaurant.
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AM - Bloody Mary breakfast at Traders
Free day, recommended:
Parap Markets, Rapid Creek Markets or Kakadu National Park.
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AM - QANTAS flight for Sydney
HOTELS
The Residence Boutique Hotel
The Residence is an extraordinary boutique hotel that is truly one of a kind; no effort has been spared in creating the most sublime surroundings.
There is an immediate awareness of the sophisticated splendour of the interior and an all-pervading atmosphere of total tranquillity.
Take a stroll through the manicured gardens , enjoy a game of tennis, swim a few lengths in the outdoor pools, sit by the log fire, visit the rooftop lounge or take a trip in The Residence Rolls Royce or Mercedes Benze to places of interest.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served throughout the day.
The Silo Hotel
The Silo Hotel is a celebration of art, style, architecture, and design. Each room has a private balcony and a unique collection of contemporary African art.
It has been built in the grain elevator portion of a historic grain silo complex, occupying six floors above the Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa). Zeitz MOCAA houses Africa’s largest collection of contemporary African art.
It is the ideal base from which to explore all that the city has to offer. At the hotel itself, guests can relax at the spa, take afternoon tea overlooking Table Mountain, quaff champagne, swim in the rooftop pool, workout in the gym, or enjoy a guided tour of the hotel’s private art collection containing over 300 pieces of contemporary African art.
PAST: Cape Town Art Fair Tour 2023
It all begins with an idea.
Dates: February 11th - 19th, 2023
Join .M Contemporary for a curated trip of art, food and culture in Johannesburg and Capetown, South Africa, in 2023.
Focused around the 2023 Art Fair, we invite you for a behind the scenes tour of the Cape Town art world including VIP access to museums and galleries and studio visits to represented gallery artists; Lionel Smit, Roger Ballen, Michael Taylor, Lyndi Sales and Galia Gluckman.
Stay at the best boutique hotels and visit the best underground restaurants alongside other art lovers. We allow time for personal exploration and relaxation.
Make the most of your time in South Africa by adding on a winery tour or safari experience organised by Sikele Travel & Expeditions.
Images courtesy of Paul Dovas.
Key Dates
February 11 - 13: The Residence Boutique Hotel, Johannesburg
February 13 - 19: The One And Only Hotel, Cape Town
Detailed Itinerary
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AM - Land at Johannesburg Airport - private transfer to hotel.
Recommended flight - QF63 Sydney - Johannesburg
The Residence Boutique Hotel (2 Nights).
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AM - Local African markets or iconic Ponte Tower with private transfer.
PM - Exclusive Roger Ballen Museum Tour.
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AM - Post breakfast private transfer back to Joburg Airport for a flight to Cape Town Airport.
Private transfer to hotel. The One And Only Hotel (6 Nights).
PM - Dinner at Pot Luck Club.
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AM - Zeitz Mocaa Museum Private Tour followed by a visit to Michael Taylor’s artist studio, with opportunity to purchase exclusive unseen works.
PM - Dinner at Kloof Street House.
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AM - Lionel Smit private museum and gardens tour. Exclusive studio access followed by lunch with the artist.
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AM - Norval Foundation Tour, followed by a visit to Lyndi Sales artist studio, with opportunity to purchase exclusive unseen works.
PM - Dinner at La Colombe.
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VIP Cape Town Art Fair access with selected curated tours.
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All day VIP art fair access.
Optional private tours of alternative Cape Town attractions, please enquire.
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Today we bid farewell, you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport for your homebound flight.
Unless you are extending your trip;
Click here for Winelands extension details
Click here for Safari extension details
Please enquire for other add on experiences via our contact us page.
HOTELS
The Residence Boutique Hotel
The Residence is an extraordinary boutique hotel that is truly one of a kind; no effort has been spared in creating the most sublime surroundings.
There is an immediate awareness of the sophisticated splendour of the interior and an all-pervading atmosphere of total tranquillity.
Take a stroll through the manicured gardens , enjoy a game of tennis, swim a few lengths in the outdoor pools, sit by the log fire, visit the rooftop lounge or take a trip in The Residence Rolls Royce or Mercedes Benze to places of interest.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served throughout the day.
The Silo Hotel
The Silo Hotel is a celebration of art, style, architecture, and design. Each room has a private balcony and a unique collection of contemporary African art.
It has been built in the grain elevator portion of a historic grain silo complex, occupying six floors above the Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa). Zeitz MOCAA houses Africa’s largest collection of contemporary African art.
It is the ideal base from which to explore all that the city has to offer. At the hotel itself, guests can relax at the spa, take afternoon tea overlooking Table Mountain, quaff champagne, swim in the rooftop pool, workout in the gym, or enjoy a guided tour of the hotel’s private art collection containing over 300 pieces of contemporary African art.
PAST: Melbourne Art Tour 2023
It all begins with an idea.
September 23 - 24, 2023
Join .M Contemporary for a curated weekend away to explore Melbourne’s world renowned art scene.
An interest in art is essential for this trip. This tour will include an exclusive visit to Mark Howson’s artist studio in Kyneton as well as visits to both the Heide and Tarrawarra Museums in Melbourne’s outer suburbs and dinning experiences at Melbourne’s best restaurants.
Limited places available, please contact us for priority access.
Detailed Itinerary
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Collection from Melbourne Airport
Mark Howson Private Studio visit
Lunch at Heide Kitchen consisting of organically grown seasonal produce sourced from Heide’s two kitchen gardens
Heide Museum of Modern Art & grounds tour
Dinner at Marion of a seasonal chef selection menu
Stay at QT Melbourne
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Tarrawarra Museum of Art tour
Lunch, a four course seasonal menu by Joel Alderdice including paired wines at Tarrawarra Estate
Return to Melbourne Airport
All transfers across the weekend in a luxurious Mercedes Super Sprinter
PAST: Japan Art Tour 2024
It all begins with an idea.
Tentative dates: May 18th - May 25th, 2024
Join .M Contemporary for a curated trip of art, food and culture in Japan and the art islands, in 2024.
An interest in art is essential for this trip as we will be guided through Japan’s leading contemporary art galleries and museums.
Limited places available, please contact us for priority access.
Detailed Itinerary
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Arrive in Tokyo and enjoy a welcome dinner.
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Tokyo art tour
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Tokyo and Kyoto art tour
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Kyoto art tour
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From Kyoto to Naoshima
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Teshima & Inujima Art Island tour
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Naoshima Art Island tour and return to Tokyo
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Options:
Fly home
Tokyo tour (sikikelele tours to advise add-on options)
PAST: Mexico City Art Tour 2025
It all begins with an idea.
February 2nd - Februrary 9th, 2025
Join .M Contemporary for a curated trip of art, food and culture in the vibrant and culturally rich Mexico City, in 2025.
An interest in art is essential for this trip as we will be guided through Mexico’s leading contemporary art galleries and museums.
Limited places available, please contact us for priority access.
Detailed Itinerary
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Arrive in Mexico City, arranged pickup from airport on arrival
4.40pm: Pick up at hotel
5.00pm - 6.30pm: Visit Museo Anthropologia
7.00pm - 10.00pm: Gallery visit, artist studios at Saenger Galería
10.00pm: Catered dinner
10.30pm: Drop off at hotel
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Breakfast at leisure
9.30am: Pickup at hotel
10.00am - 11.00am: Cecilia Baretto Studio Visit
11.30am - 12.30pm: Biyuu Textiles Studio Visit
1.30pm - 4.00pm Studio Visit and catered lunch at Espacio Baltico
4.30pm - 5.30pm: Gallery Visit Proyectos Monclova
6.00pm: Drop off at hotel | rest of the evening at leisure
Guests are encouraged to confirm the following pre-secured dining reservations, either for 2 or 4 people.
7.00pm Dinner at a choice of either restaurant Contramar, Ciena or Botanico.
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Breakfast at leisure
10.00am pick up at hotel
10.30am - 11.30am: Gallery visit to Travesía Cuatro
12.00pm - 1.00pm: Guided Gallery Visit to Gallery OMR
1.15pm walk to lunch
1.30pm - 3.30pm: Lunch at Tigre Silenciosco
3.30pm transfer to next stop
4.00pm -5.00pm: Studio Visit to Bosco Sodi
6.00pm drop off at Hotel
Rest of the evening at leisure
Guests are encouraged to confirm the following pre-secured dining reservations, either for 2 or 4 people.
7.30pm: Dinner at either EM, Rosetta or Canton Mexicali.
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Breakfast at leisure
9.40am: Pickup at hotel
11.00am - 2.45pm: Contemporary art fair opening and lunch at Zona Maco
Lunch at leisure inside Zona Maco food court
3.00pm Transfer to Salón ACME
4.00pm - 6.30pm: VIP access to Art fair opening at the young and emerging Salón ACME
7.00pm: Dinner at Taverna
10.00pm drop off at the hotel
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Breakfast at leisure
10.15am Pickup at hotel
11.00am - 2.15pm MATERIAL Contemporary Art Fair Opening VIP Preview
2.30pm - 3.30pm Lunch at El Huequito
3.40pm Transfer to next stop
4.30pm - 5.30pm Visit to Museo Jumex
6.00pm Drop off at Hotel
Rest of the evening at leisure
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Breakfast at leisure
10.00am Pick up at hotel
10.30am - 11.45am Gallery visit to Algo
12.15pm - 1.15pm Gallery visit to MASA
Rest of the day at leisure: guests can choose from the aforementioned restaurants where they would like a reservation for 2 - 4 people on this day.
7.20pm Pick up at hotel
8.00pm Dinner at Máximo Bistrot. includes: Multicourse family-style menu. Drinks and service not included.
10.45pm Drop off at hotel
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Breakfast and day at leisure
Recommendations on what to self-explore
Museum Visit to Museo Franz Meyer
Gallery Visit to Mariane Ibrahim
Museum visit to Casa Azul Frida Kahlo
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Breakfast and checkout at leisure
Airport transfers pending
Please provide all participants travel plans on departure day so we can accurately quote transportation or additional services.
