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Contrasts of Mexico + Yucatan Peninsula Extension

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21 days

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
16 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Mexico City, Mexico

Merida, Mexico

Highlights

Explore the impressive Aztec & Mayan sites of Mexico, plus enjoy the best of the Yucatan

Experience the local life & colour of Indigenous villages

Discover little-explored ruins, hidden by rainforest

Itinerary

An unbeatable in-depth exploration, this tour takes you from the metropolis of Mexico City to the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula via ruins, rainforests and islands. Delve into the mysterious history of the Aztec, Zapotec and Mayan civilizations, ticking off bucket-list sites like Tikal and Chichen Itza. Then, unwind on the sun-drenched paradise island of Caye Caulker and opt to snorkel on the second largest barrier reef in the world. Want to see Mexico at its most vibrant? Choose a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) departure to witness the unique celebration.



Relax on the Yucatan - Take a step closer to paradise exploring the cenotes, ruins and beaches of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.



Uncover ancient history - From the ruins of Palenque, deep in the jungle, to the awe-inspiring pyramids of Chichen Itza, a Wonder of the World, explore Mexico's mystifying heritage.



Explore Colonial icons - Wander the streets of UNESCO World Heritage City, Oaxaca and colourful San Cristobal.

Day 1Join tour in Mexico City
Day 2Tour of Mexico City, including Museum of Anthropology
Day 3Visit the Teotihuacan Pyramids and the Basilica de Guadalupe
Day 4Journey to Oaxaca; Day of the Dead celebrations
Day 5Visit the ancient complex of pyramids of Monte Alban; free afternoon in Oaxaca
Day 6Journey to Tehuantepec via Teotitlan del Valle and the Mitla ruins
Day 7Sumidero Canyon boat trip and journey to San Cristobal
Day 8Explore indigenous villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan
Day 9Travel to Palenque
Day 10Discover the important Maya site of Palenque
Day 11Cross the border into Guatemala and continue on to Flores
Day 12Day trip to Yaxha ruins. Optional boat trip on Lake Peten Itza
Day 13Explore the great Maya metropolis of Tikal (Guatemala)
Day 14Travel to San Ignacio (Belize)
Day 15Drive to Belize City and boat to Caye Caulker
Day 16Relax on Caye Caulker; optional snorkelling trip
Day 17Boat back to the mainland then drive to Bacalar
Day 18Visit Tulum before driving to Valladolid
Day 19Explore Chichen Itza; travel to Merida
Day 20Visit the ancient Maya city of Uxmal
Day 21Trip ends in Merida
Contrasts of Mexico + Yucatan Peninsula Extension

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What's Included

Accommodation
Hotel Fontan Reforma (3 nights)Mision Oaxaca (2 nights)Hotel Calli (1 night)Casa Mexicana (2 nights)Hotel Maya Tulipanes (2 nights)Hotel Casona de la Isla (3 nights)Cahal Pech Village Resort (1 night)La Isla Resort (2 nights)Hotel Nueve18 (1 night)Hotel Meson De Marquez (1 night)Hotel Del Gobernador (2 nights)
Meals
20 Breakfasts
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