Wonders Of The Maya

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duration 8 days
tour type Group Request as private
age requirement 10-99 yrs
max group size 30
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-33196
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Operated in English, Spanish

Starts Cancún, Mexico
Ends Cancún, Mexico

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Ría Lagartos: 395 species of birds reside in this biosphere reserve where you can observe the flamboyance of flamingos and crocodiles roaming the mangroves.
Chichen Itza: Uncover the mysteries of Maya civilisation at this ancient archaeological site dominated by the imposing Temple of Kukulkan.
Izamal: This ‘magical town’ is known as the ‘city of hills’ because of its numerous ruins of Maya pyramids.
Uxmal: The Pyramid of the Magician in this UNESCO World Heritage Site rises above the jungle canopy.
Merida: Yucatan’s ‘White City’, Merida, is famed for the elegant tree-lined boulevards from the 19th century.
Tulum: The charming city of Tulum offers direct sea views and a great history, as it was one of the most important trade cities of the Mayas.
Palenque: Visit Palenque and see arich example of Mayan architecture, sculpture, roof comb and bas-relief carvings.
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The "Wonders Of The Maya" trip starts and ends in Cancún. It is an art and architecture tour that takes 8 days taking you through Cancún, Palenque, Río Lagartos and 10 other destinations in Mexico. "Wonders Of The Maya" is a guided group trip that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

In addition to its beautiful beaches, Yucatan boasts an impressive cultural and historical heritage as the repository of treasures of Maya civilisation such as Palenque, Tulum, Chichen Itza and Uxmal. Travel back in time to appreciate the everlasting greatness of these ancient cities reclaimed from the jungle and discover the beauty of the colourful colonial towns of Izamal and Merida. Join this memorable eight-day tour and see a mesmerising part of impressive Mexico.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Arrival Cancun
Day 2: Cancun – Ria Lagartos – Cenote – Valladolid (360km – 5 Hrs)
Day 3: Valladolid - Chichen Itza – Izamal – Merida (192km – 3 Hrs)
Day 4: Merida – Uxmal – Campeche (250km – 3 Hrs)
Day 5: Campeche – Palenque (360km – 4.5 Hrs)
Day 6: Palenque - Waterfall - Palenque (80 Km - 2 Hrs)
Day 7: Palenque – Becan – Chetumal (485km – 6 Hrs)
Day 8: Chetumal – Bacalar – Tulum – Depart Cancun (380km – 5 Hrs)

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Standard Hotel Category = Fairfield Airport or similar 4*
Standard Hotel Category = Ecotel Quinta Regia or similar 3*
Standard Hotel Category = Del Gobernador or similar 4*
Standard Hotel Category = Plaza Campeche or similar 4*
Standard Hotel Category =Mision Palenque or similar 4*
Standard Hotel Category = Capital Plaza or similar 4*
Standard Hotel Category = Fairfield Airport Cancun or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = Beachscape or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Rennaissance or similar 5*
7 nights' accommodation

Meals

7 breakfasts

Transport

Air-conditioned transportation with pickup/drop-off as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis

Guide

Operated with English and Spanish-speaking licensed guide on a shared basis

Others

Palenque:
All monuments and visits as indicated: Rio Lagartos boat tour, entrance to cenote, Chichen Itza, Valladolid walking tour, Izamal, Merida City Tour, Uxmal, Cacao Museum, Campeche City Tour, Palenque, Becan, Bacalar Lagoon photo stop

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Riviera Maya environmental sanitation right tax (payable on spot)
Optional tours
International flight tickets or Mexican visa fees and local taxes
Airport departure tax
Gratuities for drivers and guides.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

4.3 - Very Good

Based on 4 reviews

Susan Hamlet
From USA
On Jan 16 2024

4 - Very Good

Wonders of the Maya

Amazed this tour still ran with just 3 people! Aldo gave us a fine tour with a balance of Mayan sites and other interesting stops: boat ride to view wildlife, cenotes, thermal springs, chocolate production. Lots on history and... Read more

Terese
On Apr 02 2023

5 - Excellent

Excellent

I don’t know where to begin…. We had the most amazing time on the tour. We had a fantastic guide with the right blend of historical facts, archaeological information and humour. Our driver was brilliant kept the van clean,... Read more

Mr Louis Rodriguez
From USA
On Aug 16 2022

3 - Average

guide is good, everything else, not so much

Our guide Miguel is good, very knowledgable and kind. However everything else about this tour was not so good. Hotels were ok, terrible internet. We ordered half-board (breakfast and dinner). Breakfasts were just OK. Dinners were... Read more

Lia M
On Aug 13 2021

5 - Excellent

Excellent

We used this company for transfers and tours and we were delighted with Javier Nava, he helped us with the tours, as well as coordinating the time for the airport pick-up. I definitely recommend them.

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