CIRCUITS CATALOG 2021
MAYAN ESCAPE ONE DAY TOUR
OUR OPERATION Departures: Guaranteed Monday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish. Please ask for a quote here, for other additional languages.
Departure: Monday / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax EK BALAM · CENOTE · VALLADOLID · CHICHÉN ITZÁ · MÉRIDA We begin our day at the hotel lobby, heading to the Archaeological Site of Ek Balam, better known as the City of the “Black Jaguar”, keeper of magnificent buildings hidden by the lush vegetation. Ek Balam, has no equals to any other archaeological sites of the area. A great Mayan Arch will welcome us to the religious central area where the high society of ancient times inhabited. Also, we will find: the observatory, the ball game, but most of all, the acropolis and the impressive tomb of its governor Ukit Kan Lek Tok, measuring 72 feet high by 180 feet wide, being the largest of the Yucatan area. We will also see the two best kept stelae of the Mayan world. Later on, we will visit a cenote, a natural wonder considered as a sacred place and living water source for the development of the Mayan civilization. Here we will have time for lunch and to enjoy a fresh swim. After that, we will head to the colonial place of Valladolid, the second city founded in Yucatan, for a short visit, to continue then to Chichen Itza. Upon arrival at Chichen Itza, we will explore this archaeological site included in the UNESCO list as part of the World Heritage. We will visit, the Kukulcan temple, known as one of the new seven wonders of the modern world. We will walk through its central settlement, we will visit the sacred cenote, the ball game and the observatory. Then, we will continue our tour to Merida, capital of Yucatan state and also known as “The White City”. Here we will walk along “Paseo de Montejo”, “Monumento a la Patria” (Nation Monument as in Spanish), the main Plaza with the beautiful Cathedral and government palaces.
Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance. Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services. Meals: 1 meal included. INCLUDED SERVICES: Transportation in A/C controlled vehicles. Certified bilingual guide (English & Spanish) on board. Entrance fees to the archeological sites of Ek Balam and Chichen-Itza. Swim in Cenote. Lunch buffet (beverages not included). Panoramic visit to Valladolid and Merida. Tour concludes in Merida. NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: Beverages at the restaurant. Personal expenses. Entrance fees to sites not mentioned in the program. Tips or gratuities to the operator and guide.
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DISTANCE TABLE CANCÚN
MÉRIDA
30min / 28km
EK BALAM 2hr / 172km
Mar Caribe
QUINTANA ROO
VALLADOLID
SALIDA DEPARTURE
DISTANCIAS AND Y TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCES APPROXIMATE TIMES
VALLADOLID
1hr 27min / 119km
CHICHÉN ITZÁ 45min / 53km
TIKAL,THE GREAT MAYAN METROPOLI ONE DAY TOUR Departure: All week / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax. CANCUN · FLORES AIRPORT · TIKAL NATIONAL PARK We will visit Tikal, one of the major discovered Mayan cities. According to some archeologists’ calculations, Tikal holded up to 100.000 people at that time. Today, after more than a thousand years since its collapse, buildings are still in place fighting against vegetation that wants to devour them. We will visit the Central Plaza, with its Great Jaguar and Great Pyramid temples, the Acropoli and the IV temple, where we can admire 50 km of pristine jungle from its top. Later on, we will have lunch at a restaurant located in the archaeological site. Finally, the rest of the evening will be for strolling around, taking pictures or simply admiring the site.
INCLUDED SERVICES: Transportation from hotel to airport Cancun Plane Ticket: Cancun - Flores - Cancun Certified Spanish / English Guide on board Entrance to the Archaeological Zones Buffet meal does not include drinks NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: Lodging Drinks during the tour and at the meal. Personal expenses. Entrance fees to sites not mentioned in the program. Tips or gratuities to the operator
OUR OPERATION
Departures: Guaranteed every day departures starting from twopax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish. Please ask for a quote here, for other additional languages. Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance.
MÉRIDA
Golfo de
MÉRIDA
México
QUINTANA ROO
PENÍNSULA DE YUCATÁN
Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services. Meals: 1 meals included.
CANCÚN
Mar Caribe
CAMPECHE CAMPECHE
MÉXICO TIKAL
BELICE
GUATEMALA HONDURAS CIUDAD DE GUATEMALA
DISTANCE TABLE CANCÚN
TIKAL
1hr 9min / 62km
SALIDA DEPARTURE
FLORES
10hr 30min / 722km
DISTANCIAS Y TIEMPOSAND APROXIMADOS DISTANCES APPROXIMATE TIMES
EL SALVADOR
MINI YUCATAN EXPERIENCE
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT
Departure: Wednesday / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax CANCUN · UXMAL · MERIDA · IZAMAL · CHICHEN ITZA · CANCUN VALLADOLID, MÉXICO
Day 1 (WEDNESDAY): CANCUN – UXMAL – MERIDA Departure early in the morning from Cancun hotel lobby to the magnificent archaeological site of Uxmal, ancient Mayan city of the classic period. Nowadays is one of the most important archaeological settlement of the Mayan culture, together with Chichen Itza and Tikal. We will visit impressive buildings such as: The Governors’ Palace, the Nuns’ Quadrangle and the Turtles’ House. Later, we will have lunch in a nearby restaurant. Return to Merida for a short visit to Plaza Grande (main town square of the city) and then hotel check-in. Free afternoon. Day 2 (THURSDAY): MERIDA – CHICHEN ITZA - CANCUN After Check Out from the hotel, we will continue our tour to Izamal, a city founded in 1553 by Franciscan monks, who built the convent dedicated to San Antonio de Padua. On our way, we will visit the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, which means “At the mouth of the well of the Itza (water wizards)”, one of the main sites of the Yucatan Peninsula. The site was declared part of the World Heritage by Unesco in 1988 and on July 7th, 2007, the temple of Kukulcan, was recognized as one of the seven new wonders of the modern world. Then, we will have lunch at a nearby restaurant. Return to Cancun.
INCLUDED SERVICES: Visits according to itinerary. Transportation in tour shuttles. Certified tour guide in English and Spanish everyday during the entire tour. Entrance to archaeological sites and mentioned spots. NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: National or international flights. Beverages and drinks during meals. Personal expenses. Gratifications and tips for operators and guides.
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CHICHÉN ITZÁ, MÉXICO
CAMPECHE
MÉRIDA, MÉXICO
Mar Caribe
QUINTANA ROO
DISTANCE TABLE MÉRIDA
CANCÚN
UXMAL
DISTANCES AND APPROXIMATE TIMES DISTANCIAS Y TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS
CHICHÉN ITZÁ
1hr 20min / 85km
SALIDA DEPARTURE
4hr 26min / 382km
1hr 6min / 75km
CANCÚN CANCÚN
SALIDA 2hr 30min / 96km
IZAMAL 56min / 68km
DISTANCIAS Y TIEMPOS APR
OUR OPERATION Departures: Guaranteed wednesday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish, for additional language request a quote. Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance. Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services. Meals: 2 meals & 1 breakfast included Lodging: 1-night stay in Merida.
HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE PROGRAM CITY MErida
CATEGORY
HOTEL
Tourist
Holiday Inn Historic Downtown
FIrst Class
Hyatt Regency
*Due to availability, other similar hotels may apply. *Lodging with breakfast meal plan included.
MEAL PLAN American Breakfast
THE BASICS OF YUCATAN 3 DAYS / 2 nIGHTS
Departure: Monday / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax CANCUN – EK BALAM – CENOTE – VALLADOLID – CHICHEN ITZA– MERIDA – UXMAL DAY 1 (MONDAY): CANCUN · EK BALAM · CENOTE · CHICHEN ITZA · MERIDA We begin our day at the hotel lobby, heading to the Archaeological Site of Ek Balam, better known as the City of the “Black Jaguar”, keeper of magnificent buildings hidden by the lush vegetation. Ek Balam, has no equals to any other archaeological sites of the area. A great Mayan Arch will welcome us to the religious central area where the high society of ancient times inhabited. Also, we will find: the observatory, the ball game, but most of all, the acropolis and the impressive tomb of its governor Ukit Kan Lek Tok, measuring 72 feet high by 180 feet wide, being the largest of the Yucatan area. We will also see the two best kept stelae of the Mayan world. Later on, we will visit a cenote, a natural wonder considered as a sacred place and living water source for the development of the Mayan civilization. Here we will have time for lunch and to enjoy a fresh swim. After that, we will head to the colonial place of Valladolid, the second city founded in Yucatan, for a short visit, to continue then to Chichen Itza. Upon arrival at Chichen Itza, we will explore this archaeological site included in the UNESCO list as part of the World Heritage. We will visit, the Kukulcan temple, known as one of the new seven wonders of the modern world. We will walk through its central settlement, we will visit the sacred cenote, the ball game and the observatory. Then, we will continue our tour to Merida, capital of Yucatan state and also known as “The White City”. Here we will walk along “Paseo de Montejo”, “Monumento a la Patria” (Nation Monument as in Spanish), the main Plaza with the beautiful Cathedral and government palaces. DAY 2 (TUESDAY): MERIDA · UXMAL · MERIDA Breakfast. Departure from the hotel. We will visit the beautiful archaeological site of Uxmal, one of the greatest capitals and city-states of the classical period, with its “Puuc-style” exquisite architecture, boasting detailed sculptures made of thousands of small polished stones forming geometric mosaics of unparalleled beauty in the Mayan World. This exhibits the state-of-the-art development of the place, showing beautiful buildings such as: the governor’s palace, the nuns’ quadrangle, the turtles’ house, the ball game, the birds’ quadrangle and the wizards’ temple. Return to Merida. DAY 3 (WEDNESDAY): MERIDA · CANCUN Breakfast. Free time in Merida to visit downtown, as well as the important “Paseo de Montejo” boulevard or chill out in central park with its famous ice creams and coffee shops. Return to Cancun or Riviera Maya at scheduled time.
INCLUDED SERVICES: Visits according to itinerary. Transportation in tour shuttles. Certified tour guide in English and Spanish everyday during the entire tour. Entrance to archaeological sites and mentioned spots. NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: National or international flights. Beverages and drinks during meals. Personal expenses. Gratifications and tips for operators and guides.
OUR OPERATION Departures: Guaranteed monday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish, for additional language request a quote. Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance. Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services.
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Meals: 2 meals and 2 breakfasts included. Lodging: 2-night stay in Merida
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CANCÚN
QUINTANA ROO
Mar Caribe
HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE PROGRAM CITY Merida
CATEGORY
HOTEL
MEAL PLAN
Tourist
Holiday Inn Historic Downtown
First Class
Hyatt Regency
American Breakfast
*Due to availability, other similar hotels may apply. *Lodging with breakfast meal plan included.
DISTANCE TABLE CANCÚN SALIDA DEPARTURE
VALLADOLID
MÉRIDA
30min / 28km
EK BALAM 2hr / 172km
MÉRIDA
1hr 27min / 119km
CHICHÉN ITZÁ 45min / 53km
1hr 10min / 84km
UXMAL
1hr 10min / 84km
DISTANCIAS TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCESYAND APPROXIMATE TIMES
MÉRIDA, MÉXICO
EK BALAM, MÉXICO
CENOTES, MÉXICO
CHICHÉN ITZÁ, MÉXICO
CANCÚN, MÉXICO
CANCÚN
3hr 26min / 303km
THE BEST OF YUCATAN A LA CARTE
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Deparure: Monday / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax
DAY 2 (TUESDAY): MERIDA · UXMAL · MERIDA Breakfast. Departure from the hotel. We will visit the beautiful archaeological site of Uxmal, one of the greatest capitals and city-states of the classical period, with its “Puuc-style” exquisite architecture, boasting detailed sculptures made of thousands of small polished stones forming geometric mosaics of unparalleled beauty in the Mayan World. This exhibits the state-of-the-art development of the place, showing beautiful buildings such as: the governor’s palace, the nuns’ quadrangle, the turtles’ house, the ball game, the birds’ quadrangle and the wizards’ temple. Return to Merida.
CANCÚN
VALLADOLID
EK BALAM 2hr / 172km
DISTANCIAS Y TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCES AND APPROXIMATE TIMES
45min / 53km
VALLADOLID
PENÍNSULA DE YUCATÁN
Mar Caribe
QUINTANA ROO CAMPECHE DAY 3 (WEDNESDAY): MERIDA · GRUTAS LOLTUN · RUTA PUUC OUR A LA CARTE TOURS: a) Ruta Puuc & Grutas LoltUn Breakfast at the hotel, we will later depart to Loltún caves, which means “Flower of Stone” in Mayan, being these caves the largest in the Yucatan Peninsula and with more research studies - as evidence of human settlements of 7,000 years of age was discovered-. At the beginning of our tour we will see the famous low relief carving of “The Loltun Warrior” that seems to be emerging from the caves, representing the god of the underworld. We will then continue our journey up to “La Ruta Puuc” (Puuc Route as in Spanish) which means “mound” in Mayan. The first stop will be the archaeological site of Labná “old house”, small but very important Mayan city that flourished between 600 and 900 d.c. It is famous for boasting a beautiful Mayan building carved in stone with a perfect arch and fine ornamentation. Finally, we will visit the archaeological site of X-Lapak “old wall”, where we will admire one of the treasures of Puuc style architecture, also known as “The Palace”. Return to the hotel in Merida. Included Services: Visits according to itinerary. Transportation in tour shuttles. Certified tour guide in English and Spanish everyday during the entire tour. Entrance to archaeological sites and mentioned spots. Not included services: National or international flights. Beverages and drinks during meals. Personal expenses. Gratifications and tips for operators and guides.
MÉRIDA
1hr 27min / 119km
CHICHÉN ITZÁ
CANCÚN
EK BALAM
MÉRIDA UXMAL
MÉRIDA
30min / 28km
SALIDA DEPARTURE
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EK BALAM · CHICHEN ITZA · VALLADOLID · CENOTE · MERIDA · UXMAL · RUTA PUUC · GRUTAS LOLTUN · CENOTES · HACIENDA DAY 1 (MONDAY): CANCUN · EK BALAM · CENOTE · CHICHÉN ITZÁ · MERIDA We begin our day at the hotel lobby, heading to the Archaeological Site of Ek Balam, better known as the City of the “Black Jaguar”, keeper of magnificent buildings hidden by the lush vegetation. Ek Balam, has no equals to any other archaeological sites of the area. A great Mayan Arch will welcome us to the religious central area where the high society of ancient times inhabited. Also, we will find: the observatory, the ball game, but most of all, the acropolis and the impressive tomb of its governor Ukit Kan Lek Tok, measuring 72 feet high by 180 feet wide, being the largest of the Yucatan area. We will also see the two best kept stelae of the Mayan world. Later on, we will visit a cenote, a natural wonder considered as a sacred place and living water source for the development of the Mayan civilization. Here we will have time for lunch and to enjoy a fresh swim. After that, we will head to the colonial place of Valladolid, the second city founded in Yucatan, for a short visit, to continue then to Chichen Itza. Upon arrival at Chichen Itza, we will explore this archaeological site included in the UNESCO list as part of the World Heritage. We will visit the Kukulcan temple, known as one of the new seven wonders of the modern world. We will walk through its central settlement, we will visit the sacred cenote, the ball game and the observatory. Then, we will continue our tour to Merida, capital of Yucatan state and also known as “The White City”. Here we will walk along “Paseo de Montejo”, “Monumento a la Patria” (Nation Monument as in Spanish), the main Plaza with the beautiful Cathedral and government palaces.
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1hr 10min / 84km
UXMAL
1hr 10min / 84km
MÉRIDA
31min / 26km
GRUTAS LOLTÚN 1hr 3min / 115km
1hr 47min / 120km
X’ LAPAK 39min / 34km
b) Cenotes & Yucatan Haciendas Departure from the hotel. Then we will start a journey to the past of Yucatan; on our way we will visit the Tahdzibichen hacienda with a guided visit to the history of the landowners and the green gold of Yucatan, the henequen. We will continue to the famous Uayalceh hacienda and its ancient ruins evoking beautiful buildings where it seems time has stopped. With the help of our expert guide we will learn about the ancient architectural styles, as well as other details of the place.
OUR OPERATION Departures: Guaranteed Monday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish, for additional language request a quote.
Included services: Visits according to itinerary Transportation in tour shuttles. Certified tour guide in English and Spanish everyday during the entire tour. Entrance to archaeological sites and mentioned spots.
Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance.
Not included services: National or international flights. Beverages and drinks during meals. Personal expenses. Gratifications and tips for operators and guides.
Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services. Comidas: 3 meals y 3 breakfasts incluided.
DAY 4 (THURSDAY): MERIDA · CANCUN Breakfast. Free time in Merida to visit downtown, as well as the important “Paseo de Montejo” boulevard or chill out in central park with its famous ice creams and coffee shops. Return to Cancun or Riviera Maya at scheduled time.
OPCIÓN OPTION B B CANCÚN
VALLADOLID
SALIDA DEPARTURE
MÉRIDA
30min / 28km
EK BALAM 2hr / 172km
Lodging: 3-night stay in Merida.
MÉRIDA
1hr 27min / 119km
CHICHÉN ITZÁ 45min / 53km
1hr 10min / 84km
UXMAL
HACIENDA UAYALCEH CANCÚN 31min / 26km
HACIENDA TAHDZIBICHEN
1hr 10min / 84km
21min / 11km
DISTANCIAS AND Y TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCES APPROXIMATE TIMES
SALIDA
CANCÚN
3hr 26min / 303km
MÉRIDA
48min / 38km
DISTANCIAS Y TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS
HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE PROGRAM CITY MErida
CATEGORY
HOTEL
Tourist
Holiday Inn Historic Downtown
First Class
Hyatt Regency
MEAL PLAN Americano Breakfast
*Due to availability, other similar hotels may apply. / *Lodging with breakfast meal plan included.
MAYAN ARCHITECTURE 5 DAYS / 4 nIGHTS
Departure: Monday / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax CANCUN · TULUM · KOHUNLICH · CHICANNA · BECAN · MISOL HA · PALENQUE · CAMPECHE · EDZNA · UXMAL · MERIDA · CHICHEN ITZA · VALLADOLID · CANCUN
DAY 5 (FRIDAY): MERIDA – CANCUN Early in the morning we will depart to Merida to continue our visit to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Chichén Itzá, a site where the Maya gathered their cosmological knowledge, and amaze us every spring and autumn season of our days. After visiting the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, we will have a scheduled panoramic visit to Valladolid city. After this, we will head up to Cancun, where we will drop you off at your hotel.
DAY 1 (MONDAY): CANCUN - CHICANNA - XPUJIL Departure from Cancun hotel lobby to Chicanna. On our way, we will visit the archaeological site of Tulum, settled by the Caribbean coastline and protected by a fortress wall and by the second largest coral reef of the world. Lunch time (meals and beverages are not included). After this visit, we will continue our trip up to the archaeological site of Kohunlich, to admire the great stucco masks, the ball game and the stelae plaza. The last stop will be at the archaeological site of Chicanna, famous for its temples with zoomorphic figures. Stay in the city of Xpujil. DAY 2 (TUESDAY): CHICANNÁ - PALENQUE Departure from Chicanna Hotel to visit the archaeological site of Becán which means “Precipice” in Mayan, probably due to the natural ditch that surrounds the central area of the city. Lunch time (meals and beverages are not included). After visiting the Becán archaeological site, we will go and discover the great waterfalls of Misol-Há, where we can have a fresh swim. During the afternoon, we will continue up to Palenque to stay the night. DAY 3 (WEDNESDAY): PALENQUE - CAMPECHE Early in the morning, we will drive to the archaeological site of Palenque, a place full of mystery and magic hidden in the mountains of Chiapas. We will stay in awe, in front of the temples and the decorated tomb of Pakal. Lunch time (meals and beverages are not included). After that, we will head up to the city of Campeche, the beautiful “city of pirates”, where we will dedicate some time to visit downtown. We will stay in Campeche for the night.
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DAY 4 (THURSDAY): CAMPECHE - MERIDA Departure from Campeche to visit the archaeological site of Edzná and its amazing buildings full of acoustic curiosities. Lunch time (meals and beverages are not included). We will continue our journey to Yucatan state to visit Uxmal, one of the most romantic Mayan cities, known for its unusual rounded pyramid. Stay in Merida.
NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: National or international flights. Beverages and drinks during meals. Personal expenses. Gratifications and tips for operators and guides.
Visits according to itinerary. Transportation in tour shuttles. Certified tour guide in English and Spanish everyday during the entire tour. Entrance to archaeological sites and mentioned spots.
DISTANCE TABLE CANCÚN
KOHUNLICH
BECÁN
3hr 15min / 282km
DEPARTURE
TULUM 2hr / 131km
DISTANCIASAND Y TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCES APPROXIMATE TIMES
PALENQUE
110min / 3km
CHICANNÁ
1hr 1Omin / 78km
10min / 3.5km
MISOL HÁ
4hr 30min / 340km
CAMPECHE 4hr 45min / 359km
OUR OPERATION Departures: Guaranteed Monday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish, for additional language request a quote. Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance. Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services.
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Lodging: 4-night stay in Merida.
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EDZNA
CAMPECHE
TULUM
Mar Caribe
QUINTANA ROO
CAMPECHE BECAN
CHETUMAL KOHUNLICH
PALENQUE
HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE PROGRAM CITY Merida Campeche Palenque Chicanná
CATEGORY
HOTEL
Tourist First Class Tourist First Class Tourist First Class
Holiday Inn Historic Downtown Hyatt Regency Mision Campeche Gamma Tulija Express Villa Mercedes
Tourist
Chicanna Ecovillage
MEAL PLAN
Americano Breakfast
*Due to availability, other similar hotels may apply. *Lodging with breakfast meal plan included. EDZNA
MÉRIDA
CANCÚN
1hr 10min / 85km
47min / 52.5km
UXMAL
2hr 10min / 148km
2hr 36min / 196km
CHICHÉN ITZÁ 1hr 20min / 118km
THE GREAT MAYAN CAPITALS
Plaza de Armas (Weapons Square), also known as the Plaza Grande (Main Plaza), where we will walk along to see its main buildings such as: La casa de Montejo (house of Montejo), San Ildefonso Cathedral, the Governor’s Palace, etc. Then, we will continue with our promenade towards Paseo de Montejo, one of the most important boulevards of Mexico, giving us a glance of the flourishing period of Yucatan’s Golden Age. Due to its historical heritage, Mérida was named twice, the American Capital of Culture. After that, we will take another main avenue to head south of the state.
Departure: Monday / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax
UXMAL (Three times built). Capital of the Ancient Xiu Kingdom, which during the classical period (600 - 1000 AD) had a population of approximately 20 thousand inhabitants, it exerted a rigid control in the communities of the Northern Mayas, monopolizing the different activities and all its manifestations, until gradually becoming the political and economical capital of the Puuc route. Its main heartland is made up of 15 groups of buildings, especially standing out The Quadrangle of the Nuns, The Ball Game, El Palomar,
7 DAYS / 6 nIGHTS
EK BALAM · VALLADOLID · CHICHEN ITZA · MERIDA · UXMAL · CAMPECHE · PALENQUE · CALAKMUL · CHETUMAL · BACALAR DAY 1 (MONDAY): CANCUN · EK BALAM · CENOTE · CHICHEN ITZA · MERIDA Departure in the morning. Leaving from Cancun or the Riviera Maya to the magnificent archaeological site of Ek Balam. During this amazing journey (2 hours approx.) our guide will give us general information related to this place to introduce us to the great Mayan culture. Ek Balam (Jaguar-Star / Black Jaguar). Former capital of the TAH kingdom, which ruled over the entire East of the peninsula, in the years 600-850 AD. At its peak, it reached a population between 12 and 18 thousand inhabitants, occupying an area of 12 Km2. Today, we can walk around the place to discover its 45 buildings, protected by a double-ring-like wall, standing out an arch that ends in a Sac-beh (Sacred Road), the ball game and the amazing Structure 35 known as Sak Xoc Nah (House of reading or learning), tomb of the great ruler Ukit Kan Lek Tok, and where an offering with more than 7 thousand objects was found. Its façade is beautifully decorated with stunning masks, friezes and statues made of stone. The total volume of the structure makes it one of the largest pre-Hispanic buildings in the Yucatan Peninsula. After our detailed exploration we will take a relaxing swim in a natural water inlet, also known as cenote, a natural wonder and considered a sacred place of life and death by the ancient Maya people. Time for lunch. To continue with our journey, we will visit one of the most emblematic colonial cities of Yucatan, Valladolid, founded in 1543, over the remains of the ancient Mayan city of Zaci. Today, it is proof of the cultural merging of the Yucatecan people. Also, we will walk around the Central Plaza, San Servasio Church, Sisal neighborhood, until we arrive at the Former Convent of San Bernardino de Siena. We save the best for the last so that you have a great day: We will head up to one of the most important and famous political and religious capitals of the Mayan World: Chichen Itza; considered a Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO since 1988. Our tour of this amazing site begins with the most emblematic building, the Temple of Kukulcan, listed in 2007 as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. After that, we will continue to the central complex, the ball game, until we get to the Observatory and the whole complex of the Old Chichen. Shuttle to Merida. Hotel check-in. DAY 2 (TUESDAY): MERIDA · UXMAL · CAMPECHE Breakfast at the hotel. We begin our day by visiting downtown Merida, the capital city of Yucatan state. Founded in 1542 over the ancient Mayan city of Ichcaanziho, “MERIDA, the white city”. Its name derives from the intention of the conquerors to build a host city for the white people, isolated and protected from the rest of the ethnic groups. Our first stop will be the
The Old House and the most outstanding, the Wizard’s Pyramid, unique in its style, boasting almost 115 feet of height and an elliptic-like structure. The Governor’s House has an exquisite façade in the form of a mosaic with thousands of pieces that give birth to the masks of the god Chaac, snakes and other astrological symbols. Due to its decoration and creation quality it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in all of Mesoamerica, and it is also recognized as a Cultural Heritage for Humanity. Time for lunch. Now, we will make a stop at a pottery workshop or a hat workshop to spend some time with master craftspeople. Shuttle to Campeche. Check in. Free night.
DAY 3 (WEDNESDAY): CAMPECHE · PALENQUE Breakfast at the hotel. We will start in San Francisco de CAMPECHE downtown, capital of the state with the same name. This city was founded by the conquerors in 1540 and served as headquarters for the conquest of the rest of the peninsula. It is one of the few walled cities in America and due to the preservation of its historic downtown it is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Due to its privileged location in the Gulf of Mexico, it led to the commercialization of the palo de tinte (tint stick), monopolizing its production and commercialization, which led to the attack and looting by the most famous pirates of the seventeenth century. This forced the construction of a wall throughout the city to protect the people from constant looting. We will visit the main attractions of the city, its colonial houses, museums, the San Miguel Fort, the San José Fort, as well as the Cathedral, the Independence Square, San Carlos Bastion, Puerta de Tierra, San Román Church, etc. At the end of this part of the tour, we will drive along the coast until we arrive at Sabancuy, where we will take a detour to Palenque. Before we get there, we will make a stop to have something to eat. We continue our journey on Highway 180 towards our destination. Arrival to Palenque. Free afternoon and accomodation.
DAY 4 (THURSDAY): PALENQUE Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Palenque archaeological site. Located in the heart of Chiapas rainforest, this is where one of the most powerful dynasties, known as the ancient kingdom of Lakam Ha, developed and dominated the mountains and plains around it. It reached its splendor between 600 - 750 AD, and rivaled other large capitals such as Calakmul, Tikal, Copán, Tonina, Piedras Negras, among others. The peculiar style of Palenque can be observed in its impressive grouped buildings, such as that of the Great Plaza, where different temples stand out: XII (Temple of the Skull) and XIII (Temple of the Red Queen), the latter named like this due to the discovery of a woman’s sarcophagus covered in cinnabar, and more than a thousand pieces of jade, malachite as well as other precious objects. The Temple of the Inscriptions, which was discovered in 1952 revealing a crypt abundantly decorated with wall paintings, containing a sarcophagus covered by a magnificently carved tombstone housing the body of King Pakal with its stunning jade mask. The most important architectural group, due to its size, is The Palace and we end with the Cross Group temples, among which we can find the temples of the Cross, Foliated Cross and the Sun. After being among wonderful temples and hieroglyphic inscriptions, we will continue this trip to one of the most beautiful natural sanctuaries in the area: Misol Ha. Nestled in the highland tropical rainforest of the mountain ranges of Chiapas, with a waterfall of approximately 82 feet high, this refreshing and beautiful landscape is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful spots in the area; this is one of the reasons why it was chosen as the setting for the movie “The Predator”, and also because of its harmonious combination of water and nature. Time for a good swim. Return to Santo Domingo de Palenque to spend the night there.
INCLUDED SERVICES: Visits according to itinerary. Transportation in tour shuttles. Certified tour guide in English and Spanish everyday during the entire tour. Entrance to archaeological sites and mentioned spots. NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: National or international flights. Beverages and drinks during meals. Personal expenses. Gratifications and tips for operators and guides.
OUR OPERATION Departures: Guaranteed Monday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish, for additional language request a quote. Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance. Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services. Meals: 7 meals y 6 breakfasts incluided. Lodging: 6-night stay in Merida
PALENQUE, MÉXICO
DAY 5 (FRIDAY): PALENQUE · BECAN Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Becan. During the journey we will make a stop at an amazing viewpoint over the Usumacinta River to appreciate its beautiful landscapes. After that, we will continue on our way to the town of Escarcega, where we will have a snack. Then we will head to the archaeological site of Becan, unique for having a natural ditch around its main buildings, therefore the name: BEH - CAN, which means snake road. With an architectural style known as Río Bec, this area possesses facades boasting a magnificent decoration in the form of a board, with large walls and high slender towers. At the end of our visit, we will head to a hotel, in the middle of the jungle, to rest and spend the night there. DAY 6 (SATURDAY): CALAKMUL · CHETUMAL Breakfast at the hotel. This day we will explore one of the most important capitals of the Mayan World. This place may be difficult to access but it does not diminish its greatness, and so we decided to reserve it for the end so you could enjoy it. From the entrance, on the federal highway, it will take us about two hours of a journey that will take us deep into the Mayan jungle. We will walk along paths adapted to this natural environment, until we reach the main entrance of the archaeological site. During this journey, we will be able to observe the flora and fauna of the highland rainforest in the wild: birds, reptiles and monkeys will be our companions all along the way. Both Calakmul Biosphere Reserve along with the archaeological site, of the same name, were listed by the UN as Natural Heritage of Humanity and Mixed Cultural Heritage of Mexico. Calakmul (The two adjacent hills) was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Caan, the most important settlement of the Classic period, as you will be able to witness in its more than 6 thousand structures, divided into architectural groups throughout its 13 thousand Km2. It is located in the heart of the rainforest of Peten, a short distance from the magnificent city of Tikal, with which they had bloody battles for control over the land. Its more than 400 stelae have provided a lot of political and religious information about the place; this has given us an idea of how magnificent this great city was and still is. At the end of our journey we will go to a quiet place to have a snack, before starting our way back. Later on, we will head to a small Mayan community where the locals will be waiting for us to taste typical dishes of the region, and spend time with them to learn a little about their traditions and customs. Perhaps, we will even be able to do some rural activities. Shuttle to Chetumal, capital of the state of Quintana Roo. Check-in at the hotel.
DAY 7 (SUNDAY): CHETUMAL - BACALAR – CANCUN After breakfast we will go to the Magical Town of Bacalar known for keeping one of the most beautiful natural treasures of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Laguna de los Siete Colores (The Lagoon of Seven Colors), which thanks to its different depths of the water and the sun rays, display its different shades of blue. In addition to visit the lagoon, sanctuary of stromatolites (prehistoric microorganisms precursors of life on the planet), we will also visit El Fuerte de San Felipe (San Felipe Fort), which houses the interesting Museo de la Guerra de Castas (Museum of the Caste War) and the incredible Cenote Azul, an open cenote where you will be able to swim and enjoy its crystal clear, refreshing waters. Later, we will stop for lunch, then head towards Tulum and, if time is on our side, have a small visit to the archaeological site there. At the end of our journey we will return to the city of Cancun.
DISTANCE TABLE VALLADOLID
CANCÚN
MÉRIDA
30min / 28km
DEPARTURE
EK BALAM 2hr / 172km
DISTANCIAS Y TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCES AND APPROXIMATE TIMES
CAMPECHE
1hr 27min / 119km
CHICHÉN ITZÁ 45min / 53km
2hr 25min / 178km
UXMAL
1hr 10min / 84km
HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE PROGRAM
First Class
Hyatt Regency
Tourist
Mision Campeche
First Class
Gamma
Tourist
Tulija Express
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VALLADOLID
MÉRIDA UXMAL
Golfo
México
MÉRIDA
*Due to availability, other similar hotels may apply. *Lodging with breakfast meal plan included.
CHETUMAL
Fiesta Inn
CALAKMUL
First Class
CAMPECHE
Marlon
BACALAR
Tourist
PALENQUE
Chicanna Ecovillage
PENÍNSULA DE YUCATÁN
Tourist
CAMPECHE
Villa Mercedes
QUINTANA ROO
Mar Caribe
American Breakfast
CANCÚN
First Class
CHICHÉN ITZÁ
Chetumal
Holiday Inn Historic Downtown
EK BALAM
Chicanná
Tourist
S
Palenque
MEAL PLAN
E
Campeche
HOTEL
N
Merida
CATEGORY
O
CITY
N
Golfo
O
de
E
México
S
CANCÚN
MÉRIDA CHICHÉN ITZÁ
UXMAL
EK BALAM
VALLADOLID
MÉRIDA
PENÍNSULA DE YUCATÁN CAMPECHE
Mar Caribe
QUINTANA ROO BACALAR
PALENQUE
CAMPECHE
CHETUMAL
CALAKMUL
CALAKMUL
BACALAR
5hr 15min / 368km
PALENQUE 4hr 54min / 360km
37min / 38km
CHETUMAL 3hr 44min / 235km
CANCÚN
4hr 19min / 341km
MAYAN ROUTE LIVING CULTURE
9 DAYS / 8 nIGHTS
CHICHÉN ITZÁ, MÉXICO
Departure: Monday / Service: Regular / Mínimum: 2 Pax CANCUN · EK BALAM · CHICHEN ITZA · MERIDA · UXMAL · CAMPECHE · PALENQUE · YAXCHILAN · PETEN · TIKAL · GUATEMALA CITY · CHICHICASTENANGO · ATITLAN LAKE · ANTIGUA DAY 1 (MONDAY): CANCUN - EK BALAM - CHICHEN ITZA MÉRIDA Early in the morning, we will depart to Ek Balam archaeological site, which for its size and quality of its buildings, is considered to have been a political entity of great wealth and richness. At the end of the visit, we will enjoy a fresh swim in one of the cenotes of the area. We will continue up to the colonial city of Valladolid to have our panoramic visit. Then, we will go to the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, an enigmatic place, considered part of the World Heritage and one of the seven new wonders of the modern world. After lunch, we will continue up to Merida, capital of Yucatan state, known as “The White City”. We will stroll around Paseo de Montejo, the “monumento a la Patria” (Nation monument), the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Palaces of Government. Stay in the hotel for the night.
PUNTA CANCÚN, MÉXICO
DAY 2 (TUESDAY): MERIDA - UXMAL - CAMPECHE Breakfast. Today we will visit the archaeological site of Uxmal, one of the most beautiful archaeological sites of Puuc Route. The greatness of the Wizard’s Pyramid, the magnificent friezes of the Nuns’ Quadrangle, the shells of the Turtles’ Building, the ball game and the panoramics from the Governor’s Temple, all of these, exhibit the importance of this Mayan archaeological treasure. During the afternoon, we will take the shuttle to Campeche and will have free time in the evening. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 3 (WEDNESDAY): CAMPECHE - PALENQUE Breakfast. During the morning we will have a panoramic tour across this beautiful historical city, we will visit the street of Casco Antiguo, across its colorful colonial facades, bell gable chapels, fortresses and museums. We will admire the old city walls with its plaza, the fortress and traditional suburbs. Finally, we will head to Palenque, a Mayan town located in Chiapas state. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 4 (THURSDAY): PALENQUE Breakfast. Today we will visit the archaeological site of Palenque, one of the most important settlements of the Mayan World. We will see the famous Pyramid of Inscriptions where the King Pakal tomb was found, with a carved gravestone, the temple of the Foliated Cross, the temple of the Sun and the Palace. Return to the Hotel. Stay in the hotel for the night.
MÉRIDA, MÉXICO
DAY 5 (FRIDAY): PALENQUE - YAXCHILÁN - PETÉN Breakfast. Early in the morning, we will depart to Corozal border, to take a boat and visit Yaxchilán, well known for its many archaeological structures and inscriptions. Return to Corozal to have lunch and immigration process. Continue to the Peten jungle. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 6 (SATURDAY): PETÉN - TIKAL - GUATEMALA CITY Breakfast. Today we will visit the Mayan city of Tikal, the treasure of the classic period in the Mayan World. Country lunch in the archaeological site. Shuttle to Flores airport to take a flight to Guatemala city. Drive to the hotel. Stay in the hotel for the night.
CHICHICASTENGANGO, GUATEMALA
DAY 7 (SUNDAY): GUATEMALA CITY CHICHICASTENANGO - ATITLAN LAKE Breakfast. We will drive up to the Guatemalan highlands to the town of Chichicastenango, where we will visit one of the most cherished indigenous markets in Latin America. We will then visit Atitlán lake for a panoramic view of one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, with its three volcanoes and twelve indigenous villages. In the afternoon, we will get back to La Antigua. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 8 (MONDAY): LA ANTIGUA Breakfast. We will have a free day to enjoy La Antigua, strolling around its paved streets, admiring its architectural styles or simply relaxing at the hotel. During the morning, as an optional activity, we can have a cultural visit in this city, considered part of the World Heritage. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 9 (TUESDAY): LA ANTIGUA - GUATEMALA AIRPORT Breakfast. Transportation to Guatemala City. EK BALAM, MÉXICO
PALENQUE, MÉXICO
YAXCHILÁN, MÉXICO
MÉRIDA
Golfo
UXMAL
de
México
CANCÚN
EK BALAM CHICHÉN ITZÁ
MÉRIDA QUINTANA ROO
PENÍNSULA DE YUCATÁN
Mar Caribe
CAMPECHE CAMPECHE
MÉXICO PALENQUE
TIKAL PETÉN
BELICE
YAXCHILÁN
GUATEMALA HONDURAS
CHICHICASTENANGO ATITLÁN SANTIAGO
INCLUDED SERVICES: Accommodation in indicated or similar hotels. Assignment in standard room. American breakfast or box breakfast when required by operational logistics. Picnic lunches in: Chichén Itzá, Yaxchilán and Tikal. Drinks not included. Entrance fees to the sites in visits included. Authorized professional guides. Air-conditioned transportation. Boat for section: Corozal - Yaxchilán - Bethel. Tips and local or private taxes, according to choice.
CIUDAD DE GUATEMALA
LA ANTIGUA
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: Arrival transfer or accommodation in Cancun. Border taxes Mex - Gua ($ 5 usd per person approx). Tax on local flight at “Mundo Maya” airport in Petén ($ 3 usd per person). Visits indicated as optional. Meals or dinners not indicated in the itinerary. Services not mentioned.
EL SALVADOR
HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE PROGRAM CITY Merida
Campeche
Palenque
Petén
Guatemala City
Antigua
CATEGORY
HOTEL
Tourist
Holiday Inn Historic Downtown
First Class
Hyatt Regency
Tourist
Mision Campeche
First Class
Gamma
Tourist
Tulija Express
First Class
Villa Mercedes
Tourist
Villa Maya
First Class
Camino Real Tikal
Tourist
Barcelo
First Class
Westin Camino Real
Tourist
Villa Colonial
First Class
Camino Real Antigua
*Due to availability, other similar hotels may apply. *Lodging with breakfast meal plan included.
MEAL PLAN
American Breakfast
OUR OPERATION Departure: Guaranteed Monday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish, for additional language request a quote. Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance. Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services. Meals: 8 meals & 8 breakfasts incluided. Lodging: 8-night stay.
DISTANCE TABLE CANCÚN SALIDA DEPARTURE
CHICHÉN ITZÁ 1hr 71km
EK BALAM 2Hrs 172km
MÉRIDA
UXMAL
1hr 30m / 119km
PALENQUE
1hr / 83km
PETÉN
4hr 30m / 360km
CAMPECHE 2hr / 160km
GUATEMALA CIUDAD
5hr 40m / 333km
YAXCHILÁN
2hr 50m / 165km
ATITLÁN (LAGO)
527km
TIKAL
2hr 20min / 130km
2hr 25min / 75km
CHICHICASTENANGO 2hr 52min / 143km
DISTANCIAS TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCESYAND APPROXIMATE TIMES
ATITLÁN , GUATEMALA
GUATEMALA, GUATEMALA
UXMAL, MÉXICO
SANTIAGO
ANTIGUA
2hr 30min / 95km
GUATEMALA AEROPUERTO 1hr 5min / 40km
MAYAN ROUTE AND MARKETS 11 DAYS / 10 nIGHTS Departure: Monday / Service: Regular / Minimum: 2 Pax CANCUN · EK BALAM · CHICHEN ITZA · VALLADOLID · MERIDA · UXMAL · CAMPECHE · PALENQUE · YAXCHILAN · PETEN · TIKAL · GUATEMALA CIUDAD · CHICHICASTENANGO · ATITLAN LAKE · SAN JUAN DE LA LAGUNA · SANTIAGO ATITLAN · IXIMCHE · LA ANTIGUA
DAY 1 (MONDAY): CANCUN - EK BALAM - CHICHEN ITZA - MÉRIDA Early in the morning, we will depart to Ek Balam archaeological site, which for its size and quality of its buildings, is considered to have been a political entity of great wealth and richness. At the end of the visit, we will enjoy a fresh swim in one of the cenotes of the area. We will continue up to the colonial city of Valladolid to have our panoramic visit. Then, we will go to the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, an enigmatic place, considered part of the World Heritage and one of the seven new wonders of the modern world. After lunch, we will continue up to Merida, capital of Yucatan state, known as “The White City”. We will stroll around Paseo de Montejo, the “monumento a la Patria” (Nation monument), the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Palaces of Government. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 2 (TUESDAY): MÉRIDA - UXMAL - CAMPECHE Breakfast. Today we will visit the archaeological site of Uxmal, one of the most beautiful archaeological sites of Puuc Route. The greatness of the Wizard’s Pyramid, the magnificent friezes of the Nuns’ Quadrangle, the shells of the Turtles’ Building, the ball game and the panoramics from the Governor’s Temple, all of these, exhibit the importance of this Mayan archaeological treasure. During the afternoon, we will take the shuttle to Campeche and will have free time in the evening. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 3 (WEDNESDAY): CAMPECHE - PALENQUE Breakfast. During the morning we will have a panoramic tour across this beautiful historical city, we will visit the street of Casco Antiguo, across its colorful colonial facades, bell gable chapels, fortresses and museums. We will admire the old city walls with its plaza, the fortress and traditional suburbs. Finally, we will head to Palenque, a Mayan town located in Chiapas state. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 4 (THURSDAY): PALENQUE Breakfast. Today we will visit the archaeological site of Palenque, one of the most important settlements of the Mayan World. We will see the famous Pyramid of Inscriptions where the King Pakal tomb was found, with a carved gravestone, the temple of the Foliated Cross, the temple of the Sun and the Palace. Return to the Hotel. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 5 (FRIDAY): PALENQUE - YAXCHILAN - PETEN Breakfast. Early in the morning, we will depart to Corozal border, to take a boat and visit Yaxchilán, well known for its many archaeological structures and inscriptions. Return to Corozal to have lunch and immigration process. Continue to the Peten jungle. Stay in the hotel for the night.
DAY 6 (SATURDAY): PETÉN - TIKAL GUATEMALA CITY Breakfast. Today we will visit the Mayan city of Tikal, the treasure of the classic period in the Mayan World. Country lunch in the archaeological site. Shuttle to Flores airport to take a flight to Guatemala city. Drive to the hotel. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 7 (SUNDAY): GUATEMALA CITY CHICHICASTENANGO - ATITLAN LAKE ANTIGUA Breakfast. We will drive up to the Guatemalan highlands to the town of Chichicastenango, where we will visit one of the most cherished indigenous markets in Latin America. This day we will have a beautiful experience with local women in a corn workshop, the basic food for the people of Guatemala. After the visit, we will continue our journey up to Atitlán Lake, the most beautiful lake in the world according to Huxley. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 8 (MONDAY): ATITLÁN LAKE - SAN JUAN LA LAGUNA - SANTIAGO ATITLÁN ATITLAN LAKE Breakfast. Today we will take a boat to visit two of the twelve villages surrounding this beautiful lake. We will visit the village of Tzutuhil de San Juan La Laguna and its people, who share their lives in harmony with nature and culture. We will continue up to Santiago Atitlán, inhabited by the indigenous Tzutuhiles that make a living through fishing and art crafting, worshippers of a catholic Mayan deity called Maximón. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 9 (TUESDAY): ATITLAN LAKE - IXIMCHE - LA ANTIGUA Breakfast. We will head to La Antigua Guatemala city. On our way, we will visit the archaeological site of Iximché, ancient capital of the Maya, of the Cakchiquel kingdom. On our arrival to La Antigua, we will visit this colonial city considered as part of our World’s Heritage. We will visit the Cathedral, La Merced Cathedral, La Merced Chapel, the Central Plaza and its main streets and monuments. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 10 (WEDNESDAY): LA ANTIGUA Breakfast. We will have a free day to enjoy La Antigua, strolling around its paved streets, admiring its architectural styles or simply relaxing at the hotel. During the morning, as an optional activity, we can visit the Pacaya Volcano. Stay in the hotel for the night. DAY 11 (THURSDAY): LA ANTIGUA GUATEMALA AIRPORT Breakfast. Transportation to Guatemala City airport.
DISTANCE TABLE CANCÚN SALIDA DEPARTURE
CHICHÉN ITZÁ 1hr 71km
EK BALAM 2Hrs 172km
UXMAL
MÉRIDA
1hr 30m / 119km
PALENQUE
1hr / 83km
PETÉN
4hr 30m / 360km
CAMPECHE 2hr / 160km
GUATEMALA CIUDAD
5hr 40m / 333km
YAXCHILÁN
2hr 50m / 165km
ATITLÁN (LAGO)
527km
TIKAL
2hr 25min / 75km
CHICHICASTENANGO
2hr 20min / 130km
2hr 52min / 143km
SANTIAGO
ANTIGUA
2hr 30min / 95km
GUATEMALA AEROPUERTO 1hr 5min / 40km
DISTANCIAS TIEMPOS APROXIMADOS DISTANCESYAND APPROXIMATE TIMES
HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE PROGRAM CITY Merida
Campeche
Palenque
Petén
Guatemala Ciudad
Lago Atitlán
Antigua
CATEGORY
HOTEL
Tourist
Holiday Inn Historic Downtown
First Class
Hyatt Regency
Tourist
Mision Campeche
First Class
Gamma
Tourist
Tulija Express
First Class
Villa Mercedes
Tourist
Villa Maya
First Class
Camino Real Tikal
Tourist
Barceló
First Class
Westin Camino Real
Tourist
Villa Santa Catarina
First Class
Porta del Lago
Tourist
Villa Colonial
First Class
Camino Real Antigua
*Due to availability, other similar hotels may apply. *Lodging with breakfast meal plan included.
TIKAL, GUATEMALA
MEAL PLAN
American Breakfast
CHICHICASTENANGO, GUATEMALA
YAXHÁ, GUATEMALA
OUR OPERATION Departures: Guaranteed Monday departures starting from two-pax tours, leaving from Cancun, offering hotel to hotel service operated for small groups. Languages: English and Spanish, for additional language request a quote.
NCLUDED SERVICES: Accommodation in indicated or similar hotels. Assignment in standard room. American breakfast or box breakfast when required by operational logistics. Picnic lunches in: Chichén Itzá, Yaxchilán and Tikal. Drinks not included. Entrance fees to the sites in visits included. Authorized professional guides. Air-conditioned transportation. Boat for section: Corozal - Yaxchilán Bethel and visit to San Juan La Laguna and Santiago Atitlán. Tips and local or private taxes, according to choice. SERVICES NOT INCLUDED: Arrival transfer or accommodation in Cancun. Border taxes Mex - Gua ($ 5 usd per person approx). Tax on local flight at “Mundo Maya” airport in Petén ($ 3 usd per person). Visits indicated as optional. Meals or dinners not indicated in the itinerary. Services not mentioned.
MÉRIDA
Golfo
QUINTANA ROO
PENÍNSULA DE YUCATÁN
CAMPECHE
CAMPECHE
MÉXICO
PALENQUE
TIKAL
BELICE
PETÉN YAXCHILÁN
Meals: 10 meals & 10 breakfasts included. Lodging: 10-night stay.
CANCÚN
MÉRIDA
de
México
Guides: Our guides are certified by the National Ministry of Tourism, complying with the standards of Official Mexican Law. All of them, experts of the area, offering information and specialized assistance. Transportation: We have a shuttle fleet offering a wide range of vehicles, from small models to fully equipped minibuses for tour services.
EK BALAM CHICHÉN ITZÁ
UXMAL
GUATEMALA CHICHICASTENANGO ATITLÁN SANTIAGO
IXIMCHÉ
HONDURAS
CIUDAD DE GUATEMALA
LA ANTIGUA
SANTIAGO, GUATEMALA
EL SALVADOR
Mar Caribe
IMPORTANT INFORMATION • For the purposes of the operation, the order of the visits and excursions may change, without detriment to the content of the itinerary (with the exception of concerns regarding safety, for which there is no reimbursement or compensation). • All of the prices provided are net, non-commissionable rates and include taxes. • Rates are in USD. • Rates are subject to changes without notice and to hotel availability. • Hotel reservations are not guaranteed until after the corresponding confirmation of payment by the clients. • Minor rates apply to children between 2-10 years of age. Children 11 years and older pay as adults. • All of the corresponding payment, reservation and cancellation policies will be provided when managing the reservation, this is for special instances of immediately upcoming arrivals.
PAYMENT POLICY • In order to guarantee and block your group, a deposit of 20% of the total value must be received up to 10 business days following confirmation and receipt of the contract. • For circuits during the following dates, rates are based on hotel disposition and require immediate payment in order to confirm lodging and services: High season (Dic. 10th to Jan 1st), End of Year, Festivals, holidays, local events, congresses and other important events. • All deposits will be scheduled in the contract. The total sum of the circuit must be deposited in full no later than 25 days prior to arrival. • The details and account numbers for the deposits will be provided upon confirmation.
CANCELLATION POLICY • 10% of total fee if the cancelation takes place between 30 and 35 days prior to start of service. • 25% of total fee if the cancelation takes place between 20 and 15 days prior to start of service. • 50% of total fee if the cancelation takes place 9 days prior to start of service. • 100% of total fee in the event of a no-show. * *
No Shows, same-day cancellations and early departures will be charged the total sum for the full stay, based on group rates. Reimbursements do not apply. Any positive balance with the agency will be available for application on future reservations.
GRANDES CAPITALES DEL
Bahía Hudson
CANADÁ
U.S.A
MUNDO MAYA
Atlántico
Océano Pacífico Golfo de México
MÉXICO
Cuba
Mar Caribe
2HRS 4HRS
6HRS 8HRS
Golfo de
México
CANCÚN
MÉRIDA EK BALAM CHICHÉN ITZÁ UXMAL
VALLADOLID
MÉRIDA QUINTANA ROO
PENÍNSULA DE YUCATÁN
CAMPECHE
BACALAR
CAMPECHE
Mar Caribe
CHETUMAL
CALAKMUL
N PALENQUE
GUATEMALA
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BELICE S
Tels: (998) 887.08.08 / (998) 898.4933 Mail: info@cancuntravelgroup.com Av. Chichén Itzá, Sm. 32, Mza. 11, Lte 1, Depto. E Cancún, Quintana Roo. 77508, MÉXICO www.cancuntravelgroup.com
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