Come discover the beauty of Mexico, in Central America, with this incredible journey and tour through three of its states, Chiapas, Campeche and Yucatan. It will be an unusual holiday and vacation through the history, art and culture of this country, exploring ancient Mayan pyramids, colorful colonial cities and letting yourselves be charmed by the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea.

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Come discover the beauty of Mexico, in Central America, with this incredible journey and tour through three of its states, Chiapas, Campeche and Yucatan. It will be an unusual holiday and vacation through the history, art and culture of this country, exploring ancient Mayan pyramids, colorful colonial cities and letting yourselves be charmed by the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Here are the highlights of the tour and trip:

  • Short stay in Cancun and Playa del Carmen, enjoying dream beaches and the Caribbean Sea
  • Exploration of marvellous Sumidero Canyon, a unique natural wonder
  • Tour of the colonial cities of Merida, Campeche and San Cristobal de Las Casas with their lively Latin atmosphere
  • Tour of the Mayan archaeological sites of Palenque, Chichen Itza, Uxmal and Ek Balam, must-see locations of every journey to Mexico

The first night of the tour can be booked in Cancun or Mexico City.

Trip summary

  • Travel style Tailor-made travel
  • Departure Cancun
  • End Cancun
  • Countries
    • Mexico
  • City
    • Cancun
    • San Cristobal de Las Casas
    • Palenque
    • Campeche
    • Merida
  • Theme History, art and culture
  • Accommodation Standard
  • Flight Excluded
  • Guide Not Included
  • The tour has met our standards

Detailed itinerary

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  • 1
    Cancun
    Day 1

    Transfer by car or van from Cancun airport. Our staff will meet the clients and inform them about the details of the tour. Accommodation at Flamingo hotel in Cancun or Metropol Hotel in Mexico City. (The first night can be either booked in Cancun or Mexico City).

    Visited places:
    • Cancun
    Accommodation offered:
  • 2
    Cancun-Tuxtla Gutierrez-San Cristobal
    Day 2

    Transfer by car or van to Cancun airport to fly to Tuxtla Gutierrez. Arrive at Tuxtla airport, meet the guide and continue to Chapa de Corzo. Motor launch cruise in Sumidero Canyon. Lunch included. In the afternoon proceed to San Cristobal. Arrive and check in to the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Cancun
    • San Cristobal de Las Casas
    Accommodation offered:
  • 3
    San Cristobal de las Casas
    Day 3

    In the morning visit the city, the market and the native communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan. Afternoon at leisure.
     

    Visited places:
    • San Cristobal de Las Casas
    Accommodation offered:
  • 4
    San Cristobal de las Casas - Palenque
    Day 4

    Morning departure to Palenque. Stop over at Agua Azul waterfalls. Picnic lunch included. In the afternoon arrive in Palenque and check in to the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • San Cristobal de Las Casas
    • Palenque
    Accommodation offered:
  • 5
    Palenque-Campeche
    Day 5

    The morning will be spent visiting Palenque archaeological site, still partly hidden by the tropical jungle and full of fascination and unique pyramids. Lunch in a local restaurant and departure to Campeche. Upon arrival visit the old town, still enclosed and fortified with towers and walls and still retaining a strong colonial flavour. Check in to the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Palenque
    • Campeche
    Accommodation offered:
  • 6
    Campeche-Uxmal-Merida
    Day 6

    Today's first stop is scheduled at Uxmal archaeological site, one of the most important testimonies of the Mayan civilization. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon arrive in Merida, the capital of the state of Yucatan, the "white city", so called because of its colonial buildings. Stop over at the "zocalo" to visit the Cathedral, the Government Building, the City Hall and Montejo's House. Overnight in a hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Campeche
    • Merida
    Accommodation offered:
  • 7
    Merida-Chichen Itza-Merida
    Day 7

    Travel towards the sea stopping halfway to visit Chichen Itza, maybe the most popular Mayan archaeological area, with famous Kukulkan pyramid. Lunch in a local restaurant.

    Visited places:
    • Merida
    Accommodation offered:
  • 8
    Merida – Izamal – Ek Balam – Cancun/Playa del Carmen
    Day 8

    Morning departure to Izamal. Visit the convent and proceed to Ek-Balam. Visit this "new" and almost unknown archaeological area that will impress you with its great charm. At the end of the tour lunch in a restaurant in Valladolid and free time to explore this colonial town or go shopping. In the afternoon arrive at the chosen hotel for your seaside stay.

    Visited places:
    • Merida
    • Cancun
  • Prices and conditions

    Price includes
    • Accommodation in the hotels mentioned or similar ones (4 stars)
    • Daily American breakfast
    • 6 lunches (day 2,4,5,6,7,8)
    • Taxes and services included in the program
    • Transport by air-conditioned car/van/bus
    • Guide
    • Entries to the archaeological sites and museums mentioned in the program
    • Porterage
    Price does not include
    • International flights
    • Domestic flight Cancun-Tuxtla Gutierrez (around 200 USD per person plus airfare taxes)
    • Drinks at meals included in the program
    • Personal extras in hotels and restaurants
    • Insurances
    • Tips to drivers and guides
    • Local taxes for entering Mexico

    Departing every day of the week, min. 2 people. Kids up to 12 years 680 USD (sharing a room with 2 adults without supplementary bed).