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Mini Wonders of the Maya

Name: Mini Wonders of the Maya
Brand: Elife Travel
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Country:

Mexico

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

138254

Operator:

Destination Services Mexico
Length:

4 days
Group size:

30 pax
Age:

10 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

Itinerary

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. Journey back in time to appreciate the greatness of these ancient cities clawed back from the jungle and discover the beauty of the colourful colonial cities of Izamal and Merida. Spend the night in atmospheric properties to further enhance the trip’s magical experience.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL CANCUN

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

Start point

Aeropuerto Internacional de Cancún (CUN), Carr. Fed. Cancún - Chetumal Km 22, Benito Juárez, Quintana Roo 77569, Mexico

Day 2

CANCUN – RÍA LAGARTOS – CENOTE – VALLADOLID (390 km – 5 hrs)

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 . After the visit, continue to the hotel in Valladolid. After of the check in at the hotel, we will have time for refreshing. Continue with a walking city tour by Valladolid, this is a city that preserves the tradition of Mayan culture in every corner and its historical legacy is unique. Discover the passage of time from pre-Hispanic times to the present walking through its streets Overnight in Valladolid.

Day 3

VALLADOLID –CHICHEN ITZA - IZAMAL – MERIDA (135 km – 2 hrs)

Enjoy your morning breakfast before departing to Chichen itza, one of the most important archaeological sites of the Maya. 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. Next, we make our 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

Day 4

MERIDA – UXMAL – CACAO MUSEUM - CANCUN (450 km – 6 hrs)

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 rainforest after the Spaniards had arrived. The most famous structure is the 35-metre-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 (not included), where the tour ends. Breakfast included.

End point

Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico

20:00

Cancellation Policy

Full refund if cancelled at least 46 days prior to departure.

A cancellation fee of 40% is charged if cancelled or amendment of the travel dates 45 days or less before the event

A cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled or amendment of the travel dates 29 days or less before the event

A cancellation fee of 60% is charged if cancelled or amendment of the travel dates 14 days or less before the event

Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled or amendment of the travel dates 6 days or less before the event

Tour Details

Accommodation

3 Nights accommodation

Day 1; Cancún:

Standard Hotel Category = Fairfield Airport Cancun or similar 4*

Day 2; Valladolid:

Standard Hotel Category = Ecotel Quinta Regia or similar 3*

Day 3; Mérida:

Standard Hotel Category = Del Gobernador or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre/Post-Night in Cancun (Bed & breakfast, transfer included)

Standard Hotel Category = Fairfield Airport Cancun or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = Beachscape or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Emporio Cancun or similar 5*

Transport

Air-conditioned transportation with pickup/drop-off as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Additional Services

Pre/Post-Night in Cancun (Bed & breakfast, transfer included):

All monuments and visits as indicated: Rio Lagartos boat tour, entrance to cenote, Chichen Itza Visit, Valladolid walking tour, Izamal City Tour, Merida City Tour and Uxmal, Cacao Museum

Additional Services

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme

Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Riviera Maya environmental sanitation right tax (payable on spot)

Optional tours

International flight tickets or Mexican visa fees and local taxes

Airport departure tax

Gratuities for drivers and guides

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The estimated arrival time in Cancun or Riviera Maya hotel is 20:00 hrs. Departure transfer to the airport is not provided

Please note that there are ongoing road works on the access road to the Cancun Airport which are affecting the traffic. As it is required to arrive at the airport at least 3 hours prior to departure we suggest booking an additional night stay in Cancun

Clients may be mixed with other guests of other nationalities, but the guide in the vehicle will speak your desired language and maximum one more language

There is no guarantee that you will be part of the same group during the tour

The assigned guide and group size may change during the itinerar

Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice.

Meals

3 breakfasts

Guide

Operated with Multilingual: English – Spanish speaking licensed local guide on a shared basis

Good to know

Currency

MXN

Mexican Peso

Mexico

Customer reviews

Overall Rating

4.7

Itinerary

4.8

Guide

4.9

Transport

4.6

Accommodation

3.9

Food

4.1

Operator

4.5

Faq Tour

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Which payment options are available?

We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.

Can I change or cancel my reservation?

Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.