Mexico’s Yucatan

Tour Description

Home to some of the most spectacular ruins and beaches in the world, the diverse Yucatán Peninsula has attracted travelers for centuries. Begin in Mexico City with a visit to Teotihuacán, the holy city of the Aztecs, which in 200 AD was larger than any European city. In the Yucatán, eplore the ancient Mayan sites of Chichen Itza, Tulum and Uxmal on privately guided tours with your expert guides. Enjoy an exclusive visit to a biological reserve, a beautiful colonial city and a restored hacienda. And end your travels at a luxurious resort and spa on the white-sand beaches of the Riviera Maya.

Explore Mexico City’s history and architecture including the National Palace, Metropolitan Cathedral and the fountains and lakes of the Chapultepec zone Enjoy a privately guided tour of Teotihuacan, the sprawling Aztec archeological site containing complete temples and the largest pyramidal structures in pre-Columbian Americas

Discover Yucatan’s most impressive Mayan sites including remarkable Edzna, Uxmal, Kabah, Chichen Itza and beautiful Tulum in the company of a private guide

Itinerary

DAYS 1 - 3

Mexico City Teotihuacán, Mexico

You are met on arrival and taken to your hotel. Enjoy a tour of this cosmopolitan city, then explore the archeological site of Teotihuacán(2B, 2L)

Four Seasons Hotel, Mexico City

DAYS 4 & 5

Campeche

Enjoy a full day’s touring of Campeche City, and the archaeological site of Edzna. See the Francisco de Paula Toro Theater and beautiful Campeche Cathedral.(2B)

Hacienda Uayamon, Campeche

DAYS 6 & 7

Uxmal, Kabah Celestun

Visit the ruins at Uxmal and the archaeological site of Kabah. Drive to the quaint fishing village of Celestun. Visit this biosphere reserve area, travelling by boat along the river.(2B)

Hacienda Temozon, Celestun

DAY 8

Sotuta de Peon, Merida Izmal

Today visit Sotuta de Peon, a restored working hacienda. This afternoon, tour Merida and the Cathedral of San Ildefonso. Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Izamal. Tour this partially restored town of pre-Columbian and colonial remains, including the picturesque Convent of San Antonio.(B)

Lodge at Chichen Itza Hacienda San José, Merida

DAY 9

Chichen Itza Valladolid to Cancun

Today tour magnificent Chichen Itza, one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World.”(B)

Maroma Resort Spa Hotel, Playa del Carmen

DAYS 10 - 11

Tulum, Mayan Riviera Depart for Home

Tour the beautiful Mayan archaeological site of Tulum, one of the most picturesque and photographed of Mexico’s Mayan sites. On Day 11, you are taken to the airport for your flight home or on to your next destination. (2B)

Maroma Resort Spa, Playa del Carmen

Departures

Pricing Information

December 31, 2011

From $5,800.00 per person double occupancy.

From $1,955.00 single room supplement.

Journey Includes

• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• All transfers and fully guided daily sightseeing provided by a private deluxe A/C vehicle
• Local English-speaking guide for sightseeing in each city
• Entrance fees per final scheduled itinerary
• Airport porterage, where available (2 bags per person)
• Local taxes
• TravcoAssist (Medical Travel Assistance Plan)

All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.

Prices displayed are based on the lowest season base price and assume double occupancy. Prices are shown in U.S. dollars and may or may not include administrative fees, taxes, meals, airfare (where applicable) and Single Supplements. Cancellation penalties, blackout dates and other restrictions may apply.

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