Here comes the sun
Caribbean
- 9 days
- 8 nights
- 22 meals
Departure: Apr 24, 2027
Price from $3,559 $3,409
MexicoFollowing in the Footsteps of the Aztec
Under the Yucatan sun, discover the stunning landscapes and lush natural beauty of the land of the Mayans. Take a deep dive into history as you explore the archaeological site of Tulum, the forgotten city of Palenque, the walled city of Campeche, and Chichén Itzá, the leading archaeological site in the state. You’ll also meet a shaman and witness a purification rite. Get ready for an authentic, spiritual journey that will transform you!
Cities on itinerary:
Cancún, Tulum, Chetumal, Bacalar, Palenque, Campeche, Merida, Izamal, Valladolid
- Moderate
- Local guide
- Group meets at destination
Highlights:
- 4 Yucatan archaeological sites
- Chocolate Museum with tasting
- Walled city of Campeche
- Tankah Ecological Park
Itinerary
- Day 1: Cancun
Airport pickup and transfer to the hotel. Wyndham Garden Hotel 4* or similar
- Day 2: Cancun – Tulum – Tankah – Chetumal (380km)
In the morning, tour the Tulum ruins, the only seaside Mayan archaeological site. Next, explore Tankah Ecological Park, nestled in the jungle. Have lunch with the inhabitants of a Mayan village in the heart of the park. Continue to Chetumal. Hotel Continental Caribe Bay 4* or similar (B-L-D)
- Day 3: Chetumal – Bacalar – Palenque (525km)
Head to Bacalar, a natural gem famous for its lagoon with seven shades of blue. Continue to Chiapas and dine en route at a local restaurant. Travel on to the lost city of Palenque. Here majestic monuments, including the celebrated Temple of the Inscriptions, emerge from lush vegetation in a spectacle both mysterious and captivating. Hotel La Aldea del Halach Huinic 4* (B-L-D)
- Day 4: Palenque – Agua Azul - Palenque (130km)
Go on a morning tour of the Palenque ruins, hidden amidst the lush jungle foliage. The well-proportioned architecture and mysterious power of the forest make this city one of the most impressive Mayan cities in Central America. From there it’s on to Agua Azul, a spectacular series of waterfalls whose bright blue waters cascade down limestone formations into a series of natural pools. Fish dinner under a palapa. (B-L-D)
- Day 5: Palenque – Campeche
Board the brand new Maya train en route to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy a packed lunch on board. Arrive in Campeche, Mexico’s only walled city, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a stroll along the Malecon and explore the historic town centre. Del Paseo Hotel 4* or similar (B-L-D)
- Day 6: Campeche – Uxmal – Merida (250km)
Depart for a tour of Uxmal, considered by some as one of the Seven Wonders of the World due to its exquisite natural surroundings. Enjoy a Yucatecan lunch at a local restaurant and try the famous “pollo pibil.” Tour the Chocolate Museum and enjoy a tasting. Meet a shaman and watch a demonstration of a Mayan purification rite. Continue to Merida and tour the city. Have dinner at the Museum of Yucatec Gastronomy. Merida Hotel 4* or similar (B-L-D)
- Day 7: Merida – Izamal – Chichén Itzá – Valladolid (190km)
Leave for Valladolid. Stop at a Mayan cemetery, then in Izamal to discover the magnificent convent (exterior). Venture onwards to the Chichen Itza ruins, the largest Yucatan archaeological site. Drive to Valladolid and have lunch at Hacienda Selva Maya. Option to go for a swim in the property’s cenote. Tour the charming town of Valladolid. Enjoy dinner on your own. Mesón del Marqués Hotel 4* or similar (B-L)
- Day 8: Valladolid – Cancun (160km)
Transfer to Cancun and spend the rest of the day as you please. Wyndham Garden Hotel 4* or similar (B)
- Day 9: Cancun
Transfer to the Cancun airport. (B)
Inclusions
Train from Palenque to Campeche
Transfers
Transportation by tour bus
8 nights in 3* and 4* accomodation
Services of a French-speaking tour guide
Tours, excursions, and activities listed in the itinerary
Applicable taxes
International flights
Travel insurance
Baggage handling
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
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