Expedia Vrbo MCP Server for LlamaIndex 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
LlamaIndex specializes in data-aware AI agents that connect LLMs to structured and unstructured sources. Add Expedia Vrbo as an MCP tool provider through Vinkius and your agents can query, analyze, and act on live data alongside your existing indexes.
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import asyncio
from llama_index.tools.mcp import BasicMCPClient, McpToolSpec
from llama_index.core.agent.workflow import FunctionAgent
from llama_index.llms.openai import OpenAI
async def main():
# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
mcp_client = BasicMCPClient("https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp")
mcp_tool_spec = McpToolSpec(client=mcp_client)
tools = await mcp_tool_spec.to_tool_list_async()
agent = FunctionAgent(
tools=tools,
llm=OpenAI(model="gpt-4o"),
system_prompt=(
"You are an assistant with access to Expedia Vrbo. "
"You have 10 tools available."
),
)
response = await agent.run(
"What tools are available in Expedia Vrbo?"
)
print(response)
asyncio.run(main())
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About Expedia Vrbo MCP Server
Connect Expedia Vrbo to any AI agent via MCP.
How to Connect Expedia Vrbo to LlamaIndex via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Expedia Vrbo MCP Server with LlamaIndex.
Install dependencies
Run pip install llama-index-tools-mcp llama-index-llms-openai
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Run the agent
Save to agent.py and run: python agent.py
Explore tools
The agent discovers 10 tools from Expedia Vrbo
Why Use LlamaIndex with the Expedia Vrbo MCP Server
LlamaIndex provides unique advantages when paired with Expedia Vrbo through the Model Context Protocol.
Data-first architecture: LlamaIndex agents combine Expedia Vrbo tool responses with indexed documents for comprehensive, grounded answers
Query pipeline framework lets you chain Expedia Vrbo tool calls with transformations, filters, and re-rankers in a typed pipeline
Multi-source reasoning: agents can query Expedia Vrbo, a vector store, and a SQL database in a single turn and synthesize results
Observability integrations show exactly what Expedia Vrbo tools were called, what data was returned, and how it influenced the final answer
Expedia Vrbo + LlamaIndex Use Cases
Practical scenarios where LlamaIndex combined with the Expedia Vrbo MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Hybrid search: combine Expedia Vrbo real-time data with embedded document indexes for answers that are both current and comprehensive
Data enrichment: query Expedia Vrbo to augment indexed data with live information before generating user-facing responses
Knowledge base agents: build agents that maintain and update knowledge bases by periodically querying Expedia Vrbo for fresh data
Analytical workflows: chain Expedia Vrbo queries with LlamaIndex's data connectors to build multi-source analytical reports
Expedia Vrbo MCP Tools for LlamaIndex (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Expedia Vrbo to LlamaIndex via MCP:
book_rental
Requires the rental property ID, check-in and check-out dates, guest details (primary guest name, email, phone), and payment information. This is a write action that will create an actual itinerary. Ensure all details are confirmed before executing. Book a vacation rental property
cancel_itinerary
This is a destructive write action. The cancellation policy of the rental property will determine whether a full, partial, or no refund is applicable. Always confirm the itinerary ID and cancellation reason before executing. The guest will receive a confirmation email upon successful cancellation. Cancel an existing vacation rental booking
check_rental_policies
Use this to inform the user about restrictions and obligations before booking. Get the policies and rules for a vacation rental property
get_itinerary
Use this to look up a confirmed reservation by its itinerary ID. Get details of an existing vacation rental booking itinerary
get_rental_calendar
Use this to check date flexibility or understand pricing variations across different dates. Get the availability calendar for a vacation rental
get_rental_details
Use this after search_rentals to evaluate a specific property before booking. Get full details for a specific vacation rental property
get_rental_images
Each image includes URLs, captions, category tags, and dimensions. Use this when the user wants to visually inspect a property before making a booking decision. Get all photos and images for a vacation rental property
get_unit_amenities
Returns structured amenity data including categories (kitchen, bathroom, entertainment, outdoor, safety), individual amenity names, descriptions, and availability status. Use this when the user needs to verify specific amenities like pool, wifi, parking, pet-friendliness, or accessibility features. Get the full list of unit amenities for a vacation rental
search_rental_regions
Returns region IDs, names, types (city, neighborhood, airport, poi), and coordinates. Use this as a first step when the user provides a destination name instead of a destination_id, to resolve the name into a valid region ID for search_rentals. Search for rental destination regions by name
search_rentals
Returns a list of matching rentals with pricing, amenities, and availability. Use this as the primary entry point for finding short-term rental properties. Search vacation rentals across Expedia and Vrbo inventory
Troubleshooting Expedia Vrbo MCP Server with LlamaIndex
Common issues when connecting Expedia Vrbo to LlamaIndex through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
BasicMCPClient not found
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Common questions about integrating Expedia Vrbo MCP Server with LlamaIndex.
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Connect Expedia Vrbo to LlamaIndex
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.