Acapulco and More
8 days/7nights
$584
P/P Double Occupancy
During this trip you’ll be able to see a bit of everything: archeology in Teotihuacán, colonial monuments in Taxco and Cuernavaca, and the famed beaches in Acapulco! Surely this complete trip is a not to miss opportunity!
Day 01 Arrival to Mexico City
Upon arrival to Mexico City International airport, you’ll be transferred to the hotel. Lodging at the Metropol or Regente Hotel in Mexico City
Day 02 City Tour (B)
Around 9:00 am, you’ll have a guided city tour. You’ll visit the historical center, “The Zocalo”, the Cathedral, National Palace and the Palace of Fine Arts. You’ll get a complete impression of one of the biggest cities in the world by driving along the Reforma Avenue to Chapultepec Park, to the residential area of the City. Then, you’ll visit the Anthropology Museum, one of the World’s 10 best museums (closed on Mondays). The tour lasts about 6 hours. Lodging at the Metropol or Regente Hotel in Mexico City
Day 03 Teotihuacán (B)
At around 9:00 am, you’ll have a guided tour to the famous Teotihuacán pyramids. Along the way, visit the Guadalupe Shrine. Upon arrival to the archaeological site, you’ll have some time to climb the pyramids - at your own risk! In Teotihuacán, you’ll see one of the largest standing pyramids ever built, The Pyramid of the Sun, said to have been completed around the year 100 CE. Also, you’ll see the Moon Pyramid, Quetzalcoatl temple and the fortresses. This once flowing metropolis now exists only in ruins and is one of the most popular archaeological sites in Mexico. The tour lasts about 5 hours. Lodging at the Metropol or Regente Hotel in Mexico City
Day 04 Cuernavaca & Taxco (B)
Today, you’ll visit Cuernavaca, located only 80 kilometers (50 miles) south of Mexico City. The city is known for its year-round mild climate and cultural affluence. Here you can find ancient Aztec architecture as well as colonial monuments such as historic churches and palaces. You’ll visit the Cathedral, one of the oldest colonial constructions in Mexico. Then, continue to Taxco, famous for its silver industry dating back to even before the arrival of the Spanish. The city is a web of winding streets that cuts into the hillside. Upon arrival, you’ll have a guided tour of this colonial gem. Lodging at De La Borda Hotel in Taxco
Day 05 Acapulco (B)
Around 8:30 am, you’ll ride a bus for a 4 hour journey to Acapulco. The bus will drop you off at the hotel. In Acapulco, you will find some of the tastiest restaurants, most astonishing beaches, and most exciting water sports on the Pacific coast. Watch the daring cliff divers perform, head to a local night club, or simply relax and enjoy the great view from the beach. Lodging at the Copacabana Hotel in Acapulco
Day 06 Acapulco (B)
Today you will have the opportunity to see the world famous divers, at La Quebrada (entrance tickets only). Divers perform their spectacular leaps off the cliffs into the ocean 136 feet below! Lodging at the Copacabana Hotel in Acapulco
Day 07 Acapulco (B)
Spend the day leisure. Relax at the beautiful beaches under the sun, or take advantage of the many activities the city offers! Lodging at the Copacabana Hotel in Acapulco
Day 08 Departure (B)
You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to the next destination or back home.
Prices Include
- 7 nts lodging in the suggested hotels mentioned (or similar)
- Excursions as described: Mexico City tour, Teotihuacán, Cuernavaca, Acapulco
- Shared transfers and English speaking guide throughout the itinerary
- Meals mentioned: 7 breakfasts
Prices Do Not Include
- Services not mentioned
- Extras and personal expenses
- Tips
- Domestic or International flights
Notes
- Rates are per person - double occupancy
- This tour can depart daily
- The rates are valid from April 19 to December 15 2010
- Rate is subject to change
