Day 1
Cancun arrival

*Welcome to Cancun Mexico!
Upon arrival to Cancun International Airport, you will be Greeted by our representative and the driver then, transferred to your hotel in Cancun
The rest of the day will be at leisure to rest from the trip and to enjoy the beach
Overnight Hotel in Cancun
Meals None

Day 2
Isla Mujeres “like locals” tour

*Today we will visit Isla Mujeres one of the most beautiful islands in Mexico
This tour, different to the commercial ones will be “like locals”, full of fun and sites for the best photos besides spending time at “Playa Norte”, consider one of the most beautiful beaches in the world!
Or journey will start with transfer from the hotel to the ferry terminal Then, enjoy the 20 minutes boat ride and be amazed by the beautiful colours of the Mexican Caribbean
At arrival to the Island and renting golf carts (Driver ´ s Licence needed), we will drive towards Punta Sur with beautiful and breath taking views facing the cliffs Here, the crashing waves and craggy rocks are a sight not often seen in south eastern Mexico The cliffs offer a unique scenario on three sides for your best pictures W e briefly will visit Punta Sur National Park where a real Maya temple in Honour of Ixchel Fertiliy Godess is located
We will return to Isla Downtown (return golf carts) and make a stop for early delicious seafood lunch (not included) with the catch of the day
The group will take a short walk to “Playa Norte” where we will spend a couple of hours enjoying the beautiful peaceful beach
Finally, on the way back to the ferry, we will make a short stop in Downtown for souvenir shopping to end the tour with transfer back to the hotel
Overnight Hotel in Cancun
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Cancun

Day 3
Chichen Itza tour
Hacienda Selva Maya & Cenote Saamal
Valladolid “Magic town” visit

*Bring your expeditionary spirit and let yourself go on this journey to the most iconic archaeological site of the Mayan World Meet one of the New Wonders of the Modern World at Chichén Itza, Included as part of the UNESCO World Heritage It is considered the most important Mayan site for its imposing vestiges, famous for the mathematical precision with which they were built During the tour, lead by an experienced certified guide, we will visit among others the Temple of Kukulkan (Mayan feathered serpent deity) “El Castillo”(The Castle) the main ball court which is by far the most impressive and largest well preserved ball court in ancient Mesoamerica.
 
Then, our tour will head to Hacienda Selva Maya where at arrival we will enjoy a delicious Yucatecan buffet lunch (drinks not included), to proceed with a visit to the beautiful Cenote Saamal onsite Here, we will have free time for swimming so, do not forget to bring your swimming suit towel.
 
After cooling off the heat of the Peninsula, we will make a stop at Valladolid, Yucatan This beautiful town is considered “Pueblo Magico” (Magic Town) based on its natural beauty, cultural and historical relevance to the country.
 
Our tour will end with transfer to the hotel in Valladolid

Overnight Hotel in Valladolid
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Cancun
   Yucatan buffet lunch (drinks not included)

Day 4
Izamal “Yellow City” tour
Merida City tour

*Today, we will tour 2 main Cities of Yucatan Izamal “Yellow City” and Merida, capital of the Estate of Yucatan.
 
Our journey will start visiting Izamal one of the most photogenic Towns in Mexico During the walking tour, we will visit its most emblematic buildings, San Antonio de Padua Convent and Kinich Kakmó Pyramid
 
Izamal before the Spanish conquest was probably one of the biggest Mayan cities in Yucatan Today, remains of five major temples can still be seen The city has been called "city of hills", which is in reference to the temples resembling artificial mountains Although very important pre Columbian monuments of Izamal were destroyed or occupied by Spaniards, The temple of Kinich Kakmó still stands We will reach the top of this Temple, where most of the city can be seen from there.
 
Our tour will continue visiting San Antnio de Padua convent, one of the main attractions and the most photographed site of Izamal In 1993 Pope John Paul II visited the city as part of a Mexican tour and some residents say the convent gained its signature colours to honour the Vatican flag.
 
We will make a stop for lunch (not included) in a local restaurant, to continue our way to Merida City where we will have a short tour at arrival.
 
After a day full of Spanish Mexicans history, o ur tour will end with drop off at the hotel in Merida.

Overnight Hotel in Merida
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Valladolid

Day 5
Celestun Flamingo & crocodile boat tour

*Enjoy an extraordinary “ journey in Celestun Biosphere Reserve During the tour you will discover one of the most mysterious lagoons of Mexico, also known as “the sanctuary of the pink flamingo”, surrounded by the mangroves and home of uncountable species of birds Here, we will enjoy the boat ride watching the flamingos and the local flora and fauna including crocodiles
Our tour continues to “Ojo de Agua”, natural swimming pool, similar to cenotes where we will have time to enjoy swimming for some minutes in their clear warm waters.
Our next stop, Celestun beach, right place for lunch (not included) with the catch of the day a couple of ours to swim or explore the surrounding areas at your own pace. Transfer back to hotel in Merida.
Overnight Hotel in Merida
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Merida

Day 6
Uxmal tour

*Today, have a great day touring one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in Mexico, Uxmal It is situated within a series of hills known as the Puuc or “mountainous area” The name was later given to describe the architectural style of the region, such as the colossal Magicians Pyramid, impressive Governors Palace, intricate Dove’s Temple, and grand Nuns Quadrangle part of this amazing site...
The archaeological structures and buildings located throughout Uxmal are ornamented with geometrical figures and masks of the God of the rain, Chaac, considered by the Mayas as one of their most important of deities.
 
We will enjoy lunch (drinks not included) in a local restaurant To proceed with transfer to the hotel in Campeche.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Campeche.
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Merida

Day 7
Palenque tour

*We will tour one of the most important and famous archaeological sites of Mexico, Palenque It is considered to be one of the most fascinating and mysterious cities of the ancient Mayas whose science, astronomy, architecture and religion amaze people even in the XXI century.
 
During this tour, our experienced tour guide will share with you Palenque history, rise and fall Palenque is smaller than Chichen Itza, but it contains some of the finest architecture, sculpture, roof comb and bas relief carvings that the Mayas produced Much of the history of Palenque has been reconstructed from reading the hieroglyphic inscriptions on the many monuments historians now have a long sequence of the ruling dynasty of Palenque.
 
Among others, we will see “the Palace”, The Temple of Inscriptions, The temples of the Sun and the Temple XIII which is adjacent to the Temple of Inscriptions In 1994 a door was found that led to an underground temple, with three rooms In the middle room was a sarcophagus which was painted with cinnabar to give it a red colour, inside the sarcophagus was the remains of a woman who became known as the Red Queen.
 
The site also incorporates a museum containing some of the artefacts found on the site and a reconstruction of the tomb of Pacal as the tomb itself was closed to visitor
 
Our tour will end with group transfer to Palenque downtown.

Overnight Hotel in Palenque.
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Campeche.

Day 8
La Venta “Olmeca” Museum Park tour

*Enjoy an extraordinary day visiting La Venta Museum Park, a symbol of the Olmeca culture.
 
La Venta is a pre Columbian archaeological site of the Olmec civilization located in the the state of Tabasco They were one of the first and most important civilizations to develop in the Americas and it is believed it was a civic and ceremonial center.
 
La Venta Museum Park w as created in 1958 when petroleum exploration threatened the ancient Olmec settlement of La Venta archaeological site in western Tabasco Archaeologists moved the site’s most significant finds, including the three most famous and representative colossal stone heads, to this unique Museum Park Besides those, we will admire 33 megalithic stone structures that have been erected in this park.
 
During our walking tour, our licenced experience tour guide will share with you the history, myths and facts of this amazing Mexican civilization.
 
In the park is home of flora and fauna from this tropical area among others, we can see spider monkeys and jaguars.
 
Our tour will end with group transfer to San Cristobal de las Casas.

Overnight Hotel in San Cristobal de las Casas.
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in Palenque.

Day 9
San Juan Chamula, Zinacanta
&
San Cristobal de las Casas tour

*Enjoy an amazing day getting to know “Tzotzil indigenous communities” traditions and lifestyle, “different" to everything else you have seen.
 
Our tour will start visiting San Juan Chamula at arrival, w e will visit the emblematic church of San Juan, which is considered one of the most enigmatic in the country for its religious syncretism Chamula boasts a wariness towards outsiders, a penchant for fascinating ancient rituals and beliefs blended with modern Christianity Religion, politics and rituals are deeply intertwined the community leaders are also spiritual leaders healers Chamula is one of Mexico’s few autonomous townships, with a startlingly high indigenous population - some 99.5% of the residents speak an indigenous language It is one of the most visited Tzotzil towns in Mexico.
 
Our journey will continue visiting Zinacantan community of traditional weavers In this town, we will visit a traditional weavers ´ house where we will see the process of weaving in a waist loom of pre Hispanic origin Here, the group will have the opportunity to eat traditional tacos prepared with handmade corn tortillas the tortillas might be of different colours ( white, brown) depending of the kind of corn used to prepare them These tortillas are cooked in the "comal" traditional Mexican “tool" to cook tortillas And of course, you will prepare your own taco with cheese, frijoles, salsa, "chorizo“, etc.
 
Finally, we will return to San Cristobal de las casas where we will take a tour through the historic center of the city, to see the most representative churches, as well as the artisans market and Amber Museums, where we will learn about the “art" of this precious and amazing material.
 
Overnight Hotel in San Cristobal de las Casas.
Meals Continental breakfast in hotel in San Cristobal de las Casas.

Day 10
Cañon del Sumidero (Sumidero Canyon) boat tour Tuxtla Gutierrez Cancun direct flight (Not included)

Today, our journey will continue with Cañon del Sumidero boat tour one of the most beautiful Canyons in the world!
 
At early arrival to Chiapa de Corzo “Embarcadero” (boats terminal), we will get on board a boat to admire the amazing and impressive geological feature and national park.
 
The canyon began to form around 70 million years ago due to tectonic activity in what was then an underground area Only Grijalva river flows through the canyon now, providing a habitat for families of crocodiles and an attractive counterpoint to the steep rock walls of the canyon.
 
Sumidero Canyon is a premier example of mother nature’s wrath This inexplicable testament to the power of water will blow your mind Near vertical walls rise more than 2,500 feet (800 meters) overhead Monkeys, crocodiles, and birds of all sorts can be spotted in the numerous jungle patches along the shoreline If you enjoy witnessing amazing natural wonders, you will love taking a Sumidero Canyon boat trip.
 
At the end of the boat tour, we will enjoy early lunch (not included) in a local restaurant next to the river.
 
Our tour will finish with transfer to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport for domestic direct flight at 17:31 hrs to Cancun International Airport Once we get to Cancun, the group will be transferred to the hotel in Playa del Carmen.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Playa del Carmen
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in San Cristobal de las Casas

Day 11
Playa del Carmen beach day

Today, relax on the white sandy beaches in Playa del Carmen Forget about schedules and enjoy the day, the sun, the beach and your loved ones

Optional private group tours (+€)
*Coba & Cenote
*Isla Mujeres like locals

Optional shared tours     
*Isla Mujeres Trimaran
*Tulum Xel Ha All inclusive
*Xcaret and so many more

Overnight: Hotel in Playa del Carmen
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in the Playa del Carmen

Day 12
Departure from Cancun International Airport

Transfer to Cancun International airport for departure (Suggested late night flight departure to enjoy the beach as much time as possible)

Meals Continental breakfast in the hotel in Playa del Carmen
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*if you feel like adding more fun and relaxing days on the beach, or tours, ask your YUCATAN TRAVELS Rep.
Suggestions are All inclusive Resorts beach days in Tulum,
Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel Island Isla Mujeres Bacalar or Holbox

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