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Beyond her beautiful beaches, Yucatan boasts an impressive cultural and historical heritage as the repository of treasures of Maya civilization, such as Chichén Itza and Uxmal. Your journey back in time to appreciate the greatness of these ancient cities clawed back from the jungle, and discover the excellence of the colorful colonial cities of Izamal and Merida. Spend the night in atmospheric properties to further enhance the trip’s magical experience.
After landing in Cancun International Airport, you will be met by a tour representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Cancun. Then you can spend the rest of the day at leisure, getting to know this fantastic new location at your own rhythm. Make the most of the services available at the hotel, or hit the streets and start exploring the wonders of Cancun.
Overnight in Cancun.
Today’s adventure starts with a visit to Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve on the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, home to the largest flocks of pink flamingos in Mexico, in addition to the almost 400 bird species that have been identified here.
Take a two-hour boat trip through the mangroves in the reserve’s estuary to observe flamingos, crocodiles and other animals. The trip also includes a visit to feeding areas, a stop for a Maya mud bath with mineral-rich white mud and a dip in the salt-rich waters of the lagoon.
We then visit a cenote – a natural sinkhole – for some time to cool off with a swim and enjoy a delicious lunch. After the visit, continue to the hotel in Chichen Itza.
Overnight in Chichen Itza.
Perhaps one of the most magical moments you can experience in Mexico is viewing the sunrise over Chichén Itza. Make an early start in this enigmatic location, one of the most important archaeological sites of the Maya. Observe the quiet surroundings as you arrive before the grounds are open to the public.
Learn about the Maya and this ancient city reclaimed from the jungle. Behold the Temple of Kukulkan, popularly known as El Castillo (‘the Castle’), built both as a representation of the mystical Maya calendar and to reflect the optical illusion of a serpent slithering up and down the pyramid during the spring and autumn equinoxes.
Admire the Great Ball Court, the haunting Skull Platform where the heads of human sacrifice victims and prisoners of war were impaled, and the Sacred Cenote, where sacrifice victims were dumped. Other extremely well-preserved areas include the Temple of the Warriors, the Ossuary, the Nunnery and adjacent Church, and the large observatory known as the Snail. Then return to the hotel for breakfast.
Then make your way to the Maya town of Izamal, which combines remnants of its pre-Hispanic past, the colonial period and the present. Visit the Convent of St Anthony of Padua, which stands on a former Maya pyramid. After lunch (not included), continue to the ‘White City’ of Merida, the capital of Yucatan, to enjoy a tour of the historical downtown.
See the 19th-century villas and palaces that line the Paseo de Montejo, and continue to the splendid Plaza Grande, home to the cathedral and the 16th-century Casa de los Montejo. Also visit the Government Palace and City Hall, before enjoying some free time to discover the city on your own.
Overnight in Merida.
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a morning exploring the ruins of another former Maya city clawed back from the vegetation. Arrive at Uxmal and enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site that rises into view above the jungle canopy. Unlike other Maya cities, Uxmal was devoured by the rain forest after the Spaniards had arrived. The most famous structure is the 35-meter-tall Pyramid of the Magician, towering over the remarkably well-preserved Nunnery Quadrangle with its ornately carved interior and exterior walls.
Across the central plaza, just beyond the ballgame court, is the Governor’s Palace. At the southern end of the main complex is the Great Pyramid, of which only one side has been excavated with the other three still unclaimed from the bush. After this, visit a Cocoa Museum where the plant and its importance for the ancient Mayans will be explained. Then return to Cancun or Riviera Maya to your extension hotel, where the tour ends.
Day 4: Late arrival in Cancun. If you are booking onward flights it is recommended not to book a flight prior to 20:00 hrs.
End of the tour!
Hampton Inn by Hilton Cancun Cumbres, a new hotel with a convenient location for business or for beach vacations. The Cancun International Airport is just 15 minutes away. Enjoy our spacious rooms, convenient working facilities, friendly staff and stylish amenities. Within walking distance to many restaurants and bars, hotel is located in Pabellón Cumbres Mall perfect for shopping, entertainment and dining choices.
Standard guest room features our clean and fresh Hampton bed®, LCD flat-screen TV, coffee maker, iron with ironing board and free in-room movie channel.
Enjoy hot breakfast buffet daily and lunch and dinner in Lobby bar. 24-hour HUB provides drinks, snacks and sundries. A friendly staff member will recommend a nearby restaurant for local favorites, pizza, burgers, or even sushi.
Villas Arqueologicas Chichen Itza is in the historical district and minutes from Court of the Thousand Columns and Pyramid of Kukulkan. This family-friendly hotel is within the region of Cenote Ik kil and Cenote Yokdzonot.
Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned guestrooms. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Itzaes, a poolside restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
The hotel is located in the historic downtown district, where the flavor, magic, and extraordinary richness of the Yucatán culture resides.
It features 160 comfortable guest rooms, a business center, fitness center, swimming pool, restaurant, bar, and fully equipped meeting rooms for work groups and special events.
The on-site travel agency can help guests plan cultural visits to the surrounding area, including the ancient cities of Chichén Itzá and Uxmal. These two UNESCO World Heritage Sites are within 2 hours’ drive from the hotel.
Delight your palate with the best of Mexican and international cuisine as well as regional food from the Yucatan in El Salmantino, known locally for its delicious buffets and traditional dishes. Relish the flavor of home in a charming ambiance with warm personal service.
Exclusions:
from $1199*
from $1599*
from $1099*
Beyond her beautiful beaches, Yucatan boasts an impressive cultural and historical heritage as the repository of treasures of Maya civilization, such as Chichén Itza and Uxmal. Your journey back in time to appreciate the greatness of these ancient cities clawed back from the jungle, and discover the excellence of the colorful colonial cities of Izamal and Merida. Spend the night in atmospheric properties to further enhance the trip’s magical experience.
After landing in Cancun International Airport, you will be met by a tour representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Cancun. Then you can spend the rest of the day at leisure, getting to know this fantastic new location at your own rhythm. Make the most of the services available at the hotel, or hit the streets and start exploring the wonders of Cancun.
Overnight in Cancun.
Today’s adventure starts with a visit to Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve on the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, home to the largest flocks of pink flamingos in Mexico, in addition to the almost 400 bird species that have been identified here.
Take a two-hour boat trip through the mangroves in the reserve’s estuary to observe flamingos, crocodiles and other animals. The trip also includes a visit to feeding areas, a stop for a Maya mud bath with mineral-rich white mud and a dip in the salt-rich waters of the lagoon.
We then visit a cenote – a natural sinkhole – for some time to cool off with a swim and enjoy a delicious lunch. After the visit, continue to the hotel in Chichen Itza.
Overnight in Chichen Itza.
Perhaps one of the most magical moments you can experience in Mexico is viewing the sunrise over Chichén Itza. Make an early start in this enigmatic location, one of the most important archaeological sites of the Maya. Observe the quiet surroundings as you arrive before the grounds are open to the public.
Learn about the Maya and this ancient city reclaimed from the jungle. Behold the Temple of Kukulkan, popularly known as El Castillo (‘the Castle’), built both as a representation of the mystical Maya calendar and to reflect the optical illusion of a serpent slithering up and down the pyramid during the spring and autumn equinoxes.
Admire the Great Ball Court, the haunting Skull Platform where the heads of human sacrifice victims and prisoners of war were impaled, and the Sacred Cenote, where sacrifice victims were dumped. Other extremely well-preserved areas include the Temple of the Warriors, the Ossuary, the Nunnery and adjacent Church, and the large observatory known as the Snail. Then return to the hotel for breakfast.
Then make your way to the Maya town of Izamal, which combines remnants of its pre-Hispanic past, the colonial period and the present. Visit the Convent of St Anthony of Padua, which stands on a former Maya pyramid. After lunch (not included), continue to the ‘White City’ of Merida, the capital of Yucatan, to enjoy a tour of the historical downtown.
See the 19th-century villas and palaces that line the Paseo de Montejo, and continue to the splendid Plaza Grande, home to the cathedral and the 16th-century Casa de los Montejo. Also visit the Government Palace and City Hall, before enjoying some free time to discover the city on your own.
Overnight in Merida.
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a morning exploring the ruins of another former Maya city clawed back from the vegetation. Arrive at Uxmal and enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site that rises into view above the jungle canopy. Unlike other Maya cities, Uxmal was devoured by the rain forest after the Spaniards had arrived. The most famous structure is the 35-meter-tall Pyramid of the Magician, towering over the remarkably well-preserved Nunnery Quadrangle with its ornately carved interior and exterior walls.
Across the central plaza, just beyond the ballgame court, is the Governor’s Palace. At the southern end of the main complex is the Great Pyramid, of which only one side has been excavated with the other three still unclaimed from the bush. After this, visit a Cocoa Museum where the plant and its importance for the ancient Mayans will be explained. Then return to Cancun or Riviera Maya to your extension hotel, where the tour ends.
Day 4: Late arrival in Cancun. If you are booking onward flights it is recommended not to book a flight prior to 20:00 hrs.
End of the tour!
Hampton Inn by Hilton Cancun Cumbres, a new hotel with a convenient location for business or for beach vacations. The Cancun International Airport is just 15 minutes away. Enjoy our spacious rooms, convenient working facilities, friendly staff and stylish amenities. Within walking distance to many restaurants and bars, hotel is located in Pabellón Cumbres Mall perfect for shopping, entertainment and dining choices.
Standard guest room features our clean and fresh Hampton bed®, LCD flat-screen TV, coffee maker, iron with ironing board and free in-room movie channel.
Enjoy hot breakfast buffet daily and lunch and dinner in Lobby bar. 24-hour HUB provides drinks, snacks and sundries. A friendly staff member will recommend a nearby restaurant for local favorites, pizza, burgers, or even sushi.
Villas Arqueologicas Chichen Itza is in the historical district and minutes from Court of the Thousand Columns and Pyramid of Kukulkan. This family-friendly hotel is within the region of Cenote Ik kil and Cenote Yokdzonot.
Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned guestrooms. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Itzaes, a poolside restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
The hotel is located in the historic downtown district, where the flavor, magic, and extraordinary richness of the Yucatán culture resides.
It features 160 comfortable guest rooms, a business center, fitness center, swimming pool, restaurant, bar, and fully equipped meeting rooms for work groups and special events.
The on-site travel agency can help guests plan cultural visits to the surrounding area, including the ancient cities of Chichén Itzá and Uxmal. These two UNESCO World Heritage Sites are within 2 hours’ drive from the hotel.
Delight your palate with the best of Mexican and international cuisine as well as regional food from the Yucatan in El Salmantino, known locally for its delicious buffets and traditional dishes. Relish the flavor of home in a charming ambiance with warm personal service.
Exclusions:
from $1199*
from $1599*
from $1099*
