Day 1
Mexico City arrival
Mexico City Downtown & Templo Mayor walking tour

*Welcome to Mexico City!
Upon arrival to Mexico City International Airport, you will be Greeted by our representative and the driver then, transferred to your hotel in Mexico City
 
After a couple of hours resting at the hotel, Experience life in one of the largest Cities in the World Admire the so called “La Ciudad de los Palacios” (The City of Palaces) Tour the most important sites in Mexico City Visit the National Palace (outside temporarily closed to the public) Get to know the rich Mexican history of Zocalo, like the Mexicans call it h ere, we will visit Templo Mayor”, archaeological site in the Heart of the City o ur certified local guide will share with you the amazing History of the foundation in this great nation in this very place

Our tour will continue visiting the Metropolitan Cathedral, consider the largest of the Americas
 
Finally, we will visit Mexico City Anthropology Museum where we will tour the “Mexica Hall” consider the most important because of the priceless items displayed here
 
Our journey will end with transfers back to the hotel
 
Overnight Hotel in Mexico City
Meals None

Day 2
Teotihuacan tour
Basilica de Guadalupe visit
“El Angel de la Independencia” photo stop

*Today, after breakfast, meet your local tour guide in the main entrance of your hotel to start with a journey full of History and traditions.
 
First, we will tour the Ancient Mesoamerican City of Teotihuacan. This Archaeological site is worldwide known for its amazing Sun and Moon Pyramids, and the Avenue of the Death. We will see small portion of its Murals that have been exceptionally well preserved.

We will make a stop to enjoy lunch (not included) at a local restaurant with its typical Mexican food. Then, we will get to know the work process for tequila and pulque, traditional Mexican liquors. And of course, we will have Tequila taste…!
 
On the way back to Mexico City, our next stop will be at the beautiful Basilica of our Lady of Guadalupe (Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe); Roman Catholic Church, National shrine of Mexico. The shrine was built near the Hill of Tepeyac where Our Lady of Guadalupe is believed to have appeared to San Juan Diego.
 
Finally, during Mexico City Panoramic tour in Reforma Avenue, one of the most beautiful Avenues in Mexico, we will make a photo stop at "El Angel de la
Independencia", like the Mexicans name the iconic symbol of Mexico, built in 1910 to commemorate a century of independence.
 
Our journey will end with transfers back to the hotel
 
Overnight Hotel in Mexico City
Meals Continental breakfast in the hotel in Mexico City

Day 3
Xochimilco “floating gardens” trajinera
Frida Kahlo “Blue House” Museum & Coyoacan tour
Mexico City – Merida domestic flight (not included)

Today, we will visit the “floating gardens” in Xochimilco This is a unique place in the world “ like Mexico City, on top of the laggon Experience a trajinera local boat ride, and admire the colorful side of Mexico during the trajinera ride, enjoy Live Mariachi music, the most traditional all over Mexico as well as the most famous Mexican music all over the world.
 
We will make a stop for lunch (not included) in a local restaurant.
 
Our journey will continue with a visit to “La Casa Azul”, Frida Kahlo Museum It is a historic house and art museum dedicated to the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo In 1957 the famous Mexican painter Diego Rivera donated the home to honour Frida’s legacy Located in Coyoacán in Mexico, the museum contains a collection of art work by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and other artists along with the couple's Mexican folk art, pre Hispanic artifacts, photographs, memorabilia, personal items, and more The collection is displayed in the rooms of the house which remains much as it was in the 1950 s It is the most popular museum in Coyoacan and one of the most visited in Mexico City.
 
After visiting the Museum, our tour will continue in Coyoacan traditional “ neighbourhood full of life...!
 
We will pick up our luggage at the hotel and transfer to Mexico City International Airport to catch a domestic flight (not included) at 20:00 hrs. to Merida, Yucatan.
Transfer to the hotel in Merida, Yucatan.

Overnight: Hotel in Merida, Yucatan
Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel in Mexico City

Day 4
Celestun Flamingos, Crocodile and bird watching
boat tour & Valladolid “Magic Town” tour

*Enjoy an extraordinary “ journey and let yourself go on this adventure to Rio Lagartos flamingo, crocodile bird watching boat tour.
 
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 more than 320 species of birds Here, we will enjoy the boat ride watching the flamingos and the local flora and fauna we can even watch crocodiles.
 
We will make a stop for traditional seafood lunch (not included) in a local restaurant to proceed with group transferred to Valladolid, Yucatan.
 
This beautiful town is considered “Pueblo Magico” (Magic Town) based on its natural beauty, cultural and historical relevance to the country. At arrival, we will enjoy the panoramic tour with photo stop at the San Bernardino de Siena Convent.
 
If time allow us, we will visit the famous “Casa de Los Venados”, private house – museum with one of the largest displays of Mexican art onsite.
 
After a nice day in contact with nature and Mexican traditions, our tour will end with drop off to the hotel in Valladolid.

Overnight: Hotel in Valladolid
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Valladolid

Day 5
Chichen Itza tour
Hacienda Selva Maya & Cenote Saamal 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 enjoy the ride for 3.30 hrs. to Bacalar, peaceful little town in the south of the Yucatan Peninsula famous for famous for its “7 colours lagoon” and laid-back lifestyle; a different town you will love…!
 
At arrival, drop off and check in at the hotel in Bacalar.

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

Day 6
Bacalar “7 colors lagoon” boat tour

*Today relax and enjoy the exotic beauty of the "Seven Colored Lake" of Balacar on a spectacular boat cruise.
 
Discover the best sights on the lake and enjoy the nature that surrounds you Learn about the flora and fauna of the lagoon from your expert guide During the almost 3 hours boat tour, we will see and visit the three cenotes, Black, Esmeralda Cocalitos continue to discover the natural habitat of the species that live in the area in the Bird Island and finally visit the famous Pirates Canal (Canal de Los Piratas amazing channel where the most beautiful clear crystal blue waters are waiting for you During the tour, we will have the opportunity to swim on site.
 
Our journey will continue with group transfer to “Los Rapidos de Bacalar” for lunch ( not included) and time to enjoy the water activities like kayaking or just swimming in this beautiful “natural” park.
 
Finally, after a nice unforgettable tour, the group will be transferred back to the hotel.
 
Overnight: Hotel in Bacalar
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Bacalar.

Note: Because the colors of Bacalar lagoon is a natural event we depend on a sunny day to admire the different colors of the lagoon at its best.

Tour not available on Wednesdays because of local authorities' regulations.

Day 7
Coba tour

*Experience an adventure day visiting Coba archaeological site.
 
Our journey will start with 2 30 hrs group transfer from Cancun to Coba.
 
At arrival, d are to climb Nohoch Mul, the Yucatan Peninsula’s tallest pyramid and admire Mayan jungle from there This is a unique site because it is in the middle of the jungle usually monkeys, birds, and other local animals are heard and seen in the area, sometimes snakes as well.
 
The tour will continue with a stop in a local restaurant for lunch (not included) to proceed with group transfer to the hotel in Playa del Carmen.
 
 
Overnight: Hotel in Playa del Carmen
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Valladolid

Day 8 & 9
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 (+€)
*Tulum & Cenotes (4 cenotes)
*Isla Mujeres like locals

Optional shared tours: 
*Isla Mujeres Trimaran
*Xenotes tour
*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 10
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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