The Natural and Archeological Wonders of Chiapas and Yucatan

Description

Tour with the best of mayan history and archeology combined with the natural wonders of Chiapas, Campeche and Yucatan.

Program

Day 1:
Chiapa de Corzo - Canyon- San Cristóbal de Las Casas
Arrival at Tuxtla Gutierrez airport, meeting with the guide and departure for a boat trip to the impressive Sumidero Canyon and transfer to San Cristobal de las Casas by climbing a mountain road over 2,000 meters. Dinner & overnight at Hotel.

Day 2:
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Morning dedicated to the visit of the indigenous community of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan, located few kilometers from San Cristobal. Lunch at a local restaurant. It is also planned to visit the city, the local market, where it is possible to admire the handicrafts of the natives of the area and the famous churches, among them the Baroque Santo Domingo.

Day 3:
San Cristóbal de las Casas - Palenque
On this day we will descend from the mountains of Chiapas through green valleys. Scheduled stop to Agua Azul waterfalls and lunch. Arrival in Palenque, lodging at the hotel.

Day 4:
Palenque - Bonampak - Yaxchilan - Palenque
Morning dedicated to the visit of the Archaeological Zone of Yaxchilán hidden deep in the jungle of Guatemala and Mexico divided by the Usumacinta River. The ancient name of this city was probably Pa 'Chan. Yaxchilan means "green stones" in Maya. Lunch. Visit of Bonampak, famous for its wonderful murals. Accommodation in Palenque.

Day 5:
Palenque - Campeche
In the morning we will visit the archaeological zone of Palenque, still hidden in the tropical jungle, full of charm and unique pyramids. Lunch and departure to Campeche, on arrival a brief visit to the old city is planned, still closed and fortified with towers and walls, which retains a strong colonial flavor. Lodging in hotel.

Day 6:
Campeche - Uxmal - Merida
Today, our first stop will be in the archaeological zone of Uxmal, one of the greatest testimonies of Mayan civilization. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we will arrive in Merida, capital of the state of Yucatan, the White City, named for its colonial buildings. A visit to the Zocalo is planned, another stop to visit the Cathedral, the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace and the Casa de Montejo. Lodging at the Hotel.

Day 7:
Mérida - Chichen Itza - Rio Lagartos
Departing in direction to the sea, we will make a stop halfway to visit Chichen Itza, perhaps the best known of the Mayan archaeological zones, with the famous Pyramid Kukulkán. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we will arrive at the beautiful port of Rio Lagartos, lodging in hotel.

Day 8:
Rio Lagartos - Las Coloradas - Ek Balam - Valladolid - Riviera Maya
Excursion by boat in the Rio Lagartos Biosphere to admire the Pelicans Albatros and pink flamingos, as well as encounter with crocodiles. Continuing through Ek Balam, one of the lesser known and most beautiful areas of the north of the Yucatan peninsula. Lunch at a local restaurant in Valladolid and continuation to Riviera Maya.
Possibility to add sea extension at the end of the tour

Price includes

- Lodging at indicated or similar hotels (3/4 stars)
- American breakfast in all hotels
- 7 lunches at local restaurants, 1 dinner at the hotel in San Cristobal
- Transportation in Van / Bus with air conditioning
- Local guide in English
- Tickets to the Archaeological Sites in the program
- Boat through the Sumidero Canyon, Yaxchilán and Rio Lagartos
- Porters

Price does not include

- The drinks of the meals included in the program
- Meals not included in the program
- Personal extras in hotels and restaurants
- Insurance