11 Days
MULTI-DAY TRIP
Yucatán Peninsula & Caribbean
Discover Yucatan’s most iconic archaeological sites, sample gastronomic delights and explore colonial cities. Enjoy the aquatic beauties of Yucatan, cenotes, lagoon and Caribbean crystalline water of the sea.
On this 11-day itinerary, you will discover Yucatan’s most iconic archaeological sites as the majestic pyramid of Chichen Itza, Cobá and Uxmal, this Maya World Heritage will bring you to history, culture and Maya legends through years. Sample gastronomic delights and explore the secrets of the cenotes; enjoy the hospitality of Mayan communities & the colonial charm of Valladolid, Campeche, the cultural city of Merida and Izamal. Explore and observe wildlife in nature reserves. Kayaking the mesmeric waters of Bacalar lagoon and chill by the Caribbean sea in eclectic Tulum beach and snorkel with marine life. Combined exciting activities and eye-opening adventures, this is an active travel exploration of the entire Yucatan Peninsula.
INCLUDED
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Accommodation : double and twin rooms.
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Every breakfasts, 9 lunches and 6 dinners
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English speaking guide
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All transfers
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Entrances to the sites
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All activities mentioned and necessary equipment
HIGHLIGHTS
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Chichen Itza, Coba, Uxmal, Calakmul & Tulum Maya archaeological sites
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Eco-tourism adventure and nature reserve to observe wildlife
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Tulum beach
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Bacalar lagoon of 7 colors
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Contemporary Mayan Communities & Culture
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Colonial Valladolid, Merida & Campeche
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Mexican Gastronomy
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Swim and snorkel in the cenote & the sea
AVAILABILTY
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On demand
PRICE
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Quotation available on demand
"Let yourself be carried away on a journey that will take you light years away from the Mayan culture and his hidden treasures"
Act for responsible tourism
Itinerary :
Day 1:
Welcome to Mexico - Arrival
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Pick up at Cancun and transfer to your hotel 20 min
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Overnight in Cancun
Day 2 :
The Mayan world of yesterday and today
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Breakfast
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Visit of the archaeological site of Coba by bike
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Visit of the Punta Laguna nature reserve (hiking in the jungle in search of monkey and other wild animals, canoeing on the turquoise lake, zip line, participation in a Mayan ceremony)
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Visit and swim Esmeralda cenote runs by Mayan family
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Spend the afternoon and overnight in the nearby Mayan community of Nuevo Durango. Discover the conservation center which reintroduces endangered animals into the wild and their gardens, medicinal plants.
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Delicious home-cooked meals made with local ingredients.
Day 3 :
Ría Lagartos & Valladolid Tour
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Breakfast
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Ria Lagartos, a small fishing village on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico: take a boat trip to discover the mangrove forests, saltwater canals full of crocodiles and many species of birds as well as the famous pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, the largest breeding site in the Yucatan of pink flamingos
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Lunch
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Return to Valladolid
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Afternoon to get to know the charming city of Valladolid by bike (optional) –explore the squares, churches, colorful alleys, colonial architecture and everyday life.
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Visit of an Ex-Hacienda and Cenote Oxman
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Overnight in Valladolid
Day 5 :
Merida, cultural capital of Yucatan.
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Breakfast
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Transfer to Merida & walk to discover the splendid city center of the capital of Yucatan: traditional food and crafts market, "town hall" with its historic murals, charming squares full of color and history, the cathedral, Paseo de Montejo and the Palacio Canton museum, an old historic house
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Free time in the afternoon to resume at 6 p.m. with a visit to the Yucatecan Gastronomy Museum, followed by dinner in the same place
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Overnight in Merida
Day 7 :
Colorful streets of Campeche & Calakmul
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Breakfast
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Visit of Campeche UNESCO heritage on foot, Museum of the Fort of San Miguel (Archeology and History Museum of the State of Campeche) - a fascinating look at the objects of great value found in Mayan sites (among others Calakmul).
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Overnight in a jungle lodge near Calakmul
Day 9 :
Bacalar Lagoon
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Sunrise Kayak Tour
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Breakfast and rest
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Explore the fascinating Bacalar Lagoon is renowned for its 7 shades of blue. Fed by underground springs, the huge lagoon has a variety of depths and vegetation that alter the color of the surface for a wonderful effect.
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Transfer to Tulum (lunch break en route to Felipe Carrillo Puerto).
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Overnight in Tulum (2 options, beach or center)
Day 11 :
End of the trip. Adiós!
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Breakfast
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Transfert to Cancun airport. 30 mins
Day 4 :
Chichen Itza, Maya culture & Izamal
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Breakfast
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Visit of Chichen Itza, the enigmatic Mayan site and newly elected Wonder of the World. Chichen Itza is a must-see for history buffs and is unrivaled in New World archeology for the perspective it gives us on Mesoamerican thought, culture, architecture and engineering.
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Visit the community of Yaxunah, jewel of the Mayan culture where one will participate in activities of preparation of typical foods, visit a botanical garden, dive in an impressive cenote. We will travel by bike to tour the village (optional).
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Traditional lunch with the community
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Transfer to Izamal, the yellow city. Today this Yucatecian village, which has become a cultural heritage and a magical village, also called the City of Three Cultures, is home to Mayan temples, colonial houses that transport to the past, from the XVIth, XVIIth and XVIIIth centuries.
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Free time and relaxation to walk the streets of Izamal
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Dinner: Restaurant Kinich
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Overnight in Izamal
Day 6 :
Ruins of Uxmal and village of Muna
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Breakfast
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Visit of Uxmal and the hacienda of Yaxcopoil with a stop in the village of Muna
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Lunch and discovery of a very particular family of Mayan craftsmen that recreate pre-Hispanic clay vases, painted as in the ancient Mayan pictographic codices.
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Departure for Campeche
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Overnight in Campeche
Day 8 :
Immersion in the Calakmul Biosphere
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Breakfast
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Visit of the archaeological site of Calakmul in the jungle
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Lunch
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Transfer and overnight in Bacalar
Day 10 :
Ruins of Tulum, beach & snorkel
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Breakfast
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Visit in the morning of the archaeological site of Tulum on the Caribbean Sea.
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Transfer to Puerto Morelos
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Snorkeling excursion on the coral reef of Puerto Morelos
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Night in Puerto Morelos
CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE
Would you like to try the incredible range of options we have for you to get to know the cultural and natural heritage of Mexico in a responsible way ?
For any specific question or information you may need, do not hesitate to contact us
WhatsApp +52 1 984 1407870
Email : info@mexicokantours.com
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