This quite interesting 11 day trip will show you why Mexico is one of the best countries to visit in Latin America! With so much culture and history, natural beauty and beaches, you’ll enjoy this vacation to the last drop!
Day 01 (Monday) Arrival in Mexico City
Upon arrival in Mexico City International airport, you'll be transferred to the hotel. Lodging at the Plaza Florencia 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). Lodging at the Plaza Florencia Hotel in Mexico City
Day 03 Teotihuacan & Guadalupe Shrine (B)
At around 9:00 am, you'll have a guided tour to the famous Teotihuacan pyramids. Along the way, visit the Guadalupe Shrine. Upon arrival to the archaeological site, you'll have some time to climb the pyramids. In Teotihuacan, 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 Plaza Florencia Hotel in Mexico City
Day 04 Mexico / Oaxaca (B, L)
Today we head west towards Puebla, Mexico's fourth largest city. Along the way you'll pass the photogenic, snow-capped, volcanoes of Popocatepetl (Smoking Mountain, 5464m) and Iztaccihuatl (Sleeping Lady, 5230m). In Puebla, also known as the City of Angels, we will visit the Rosary Chapel, the Cathedral, the Main Square and historical downtown. Lunch is included. Then, continue to Oaxaca. Note: this land transfer is available only on Thursdays Lodging at Mision de los Angeles in Oaxaca
Day 05 Monte Alban & Mitla Archeological Sites (B)
Today, you'll visit Monte Alban Archeological Site, one of the most important sites in Mesoamerica. Then, carry on to Mitla Archaeological Site, which has amazingly superb architecture and it was a powerful settlement about 1000 years ago. Lodging at Mision de los Angeles in Oaxaca
Day 06 Oaxaca / San Cristobal (B, L)
Early morning, departure to Tuxtla Gutierrez, capital city of the state of Chiapas (a Box-breakfast is included). You will enjoy the landscapes of the southern mountains. Lunch will be served en route. Enjoy a boat ride through the Sumidero Canyon, with 1000 meters at its highest point. Passing through Chiapa de Corzo on our way to San Cristobal de las Casas Lodging at the Flamboyant Hotel in San Cristobal
Day 07 San Cristobal de las Casas (B)
Today, you'll visit the Indian communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan. There, you'll be able to experience how daily life goes by in these traditional communities. The churches here are quite interesting, as they are a blend of Indian and Christian religious traditions. Spend the afternoon at leisure. We suggest you visit the market, the cathedral and the Jade museum. Lodging at the Flamboyant Hotel in San Cristobal
Day 08 San Cristobal / Palenque (, B, D)
Today, you'll head towards Palenque. Along the way, you'll visit the beautiful Agua Azul Waterfalls. You'll be impressed by the blue turquoise pools amidst a location abundant in exotic flora. You'll have a chance to swim in its refreshing waters! Lodging at Mision Palenque Hotel in Palenque
Day 09 Palenque / Campeche (B, D)
Visit the archaeological area of Palenque, one of the most important sites in the Mayan World. Inside the pyramid of Inscriptions, King Pakal's sarcophagus and its fascinating carved gravestone were found. Then we head for the coastal town of Campeche, where the Spanish first set foot on Mexican soil. You'll enjoy a panoramic tour in the city. Lodging at Del Mar Hotel in Campeche
Day 10 Uxmal & Kabah (B, L)
Today, you'll have an excursion to the archaeological site of Uxmal, one of the most well-known and well-preserved Mayan cities in the world. Here you can find a great tourist center, restaurants, and some of the most astonishing Mayan remains in existence. Then, visit the small but very interesting archaeological site of Kabah, famous for its Palace of the Masks. Kabah is another of the many Mayan archaeological sites located on the Yucatan Peninsula. The Palace facade is adorned with 250 elaborate stone masks as well as numerous intricate statues. Afterwards, lunch is included. Lodging at El Castellano Hotel in Merida
Day 11 Chichén Itzá / Cancun (B, L)
Today you'll visit one of Mexico's best highlights: Chichen Itza. Known for its vast Mayan ruins, it's located in the north central part of the Yucatan Peninsula and is home to countless structures dating back to the first century CE. The visit includes the most prominent buildings, like the Castillo, the Ball Court the Observatory, the Temple of the Warriors and the Nunnery. Lunch is included. Afterwards, you'll take a 3,5 hour bus ride to Cancun. The bus will drop you off at your hotel. (Accommodations in Cancun not included).
