Ruta Maya, Living Culture - Tourist Category
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Ruta Maya, Living Culture - Tourist Category

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2.290 €
Price per person
From
2.290 €
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Description

Day 1 (Monday): CANCÚN – EK BALAM – CHICHÉN ITZÁ – MÉRIDA

Morning:Departure towards Ek Balam, an archaeological site known for its wealth and impressive structures.After the visit, refreshing swim in a cenote.Noon:Panoramic tour of Valladolid, a colonial town.Afternoon:Visit to Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.Lunch en route.Evening:Arrival in Mérida, the "White City" and capital of Yucatán. Check-in at the hotel.


Day 2 (Tuesday): MÉRIDA – UXMAL – CAMPECHE

Morning:City tour through Mérida, including:Plaza Mayor, Casa Montejo, San Ildefonso Cathedral, and Paseo Montejo.Midday:Visit to Uxmal, one of the finest sites along the Puuc Route, featuring:The Pyramid of the Soothsayer, the Nun's Quadrangle, and the Temple of the Governor.Lunch at Uxmal.Afternoon:Travel to Campeche. Free time after arrival and hotel check-in.


Day 3 (Wednesday): CAMPECHE – PALENQUE

Morning:Panoramic tour of Campeche, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including:San Miguel Fort, San José Fort, the Cathedral, San Carlos Bastion, and Puerta de Tierra. Noon:Journey along the coast of Campeche towards Palenque. Lunch en route. Evening:Arrival in Santo Domingo de Palenque. Free time and hotel check-in.


Day 4 (Thursday): PALENQUE – MISOL HA – PALENQUE

Morning:Visit to the archaeological site of Palenque, highlighting:The Pyramid of the Inscriptions, Temple of the Sun, and the Palace.Noon:Excursion to Misol Ha, a 25-meter-high waterfall in the jungle.Evening:Return to Santo Domingo de Palenque. Accommodation.


Day 5 (Friday): PALENQUE – EL CEIBO – PETÉN

Morning:Travel to the Mexico-Guatemala border at El Ceibo.After border formalities, continue to the Peten jungle in Guatemala.Evening:Arrival and hotel check-in.


Day 6 (Saturday): PETÉN – TIKAL – GUATEMALA CITY

Morning:Exploration of the Tikal archaeological site, a gem of the Mayan Classic era.Lunch (picnic) at Tikal.Afternoon:Transfer to Flores airport for a flight to Guatemala City. Evening:Arrival in Guatemala City and hotel check-in.


Day 7 (Sunday): GUATEMALA CITY – CHICHICASTENANGO – LAKE ATITLÁN – ANTIGUA

Morning:Visit to Chichicastenango, home to a renowned indigenous arket.Noon:Panoramic view of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by volcanoes and indigenous villages.Evening:Return to Guatemala City. Hotel check-in.


Day 8 (Monday): LA ANTIGUA

All day:Free time to explore La Antigua, with options to enjoy its colonial charm or relax. Optional guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage city.


Day 9 (Tuesday): LA ANTIGUA – GUATEMALA CITY AIRPORT

Morning:Transfer to Guatemala City airport.End of services.

Visiting

From Cancun to the Arqueoligical Zone Ek Balam
From Cancun to the Arqueoligical Zone Ek Balam


Early in the morning departure from Cancun towards the Ek Balam Archaeological Zone, located 30 minutes from Valladolid

Visit to the Ék Balam Archaeological Zone located in the state of Yucatán.
Visit to the Ék Balam Archaeological Zone located in the state of Yucatán.

In the morning, we will go to the archaeological site of Ek Balam, an area characterized by its size and quality of its constructions, it was a political entity of great wealth and prosperity. At the end of the visit, we will enjoy a refreshing swim in one of the cenotes in the area. 

Panoramic tour in the city of Valladolid
Panoramic tour in the city of Valladolid

We will continue with a panoramic tour of the colonial city of Valladolid; it was founded on May 28, 1543 on the remains of the ancient Mayan settlement of Zací. It is the second most important city in Yucatán. 

Chichen Itza, religious capital of the Itzaes.
Chichen Itza, religious capital of the Itzaes.

We will head to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, its name means “the mouth of the well of the water sorcerers” an enigmatic place. In 1988, the site was declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco and recognized as one of the new seven wonders of the modern world. 

Mérida “White City” capital of Yucatán.
Mérida “White City” capital of Yucatán.

At the end of the tour in Chichén Itzá, we drive to Mérida, capital of Yucatán, to rest. Free night and overnight.

Exploring in depth the city of Mérida
Exploring in depth the city of Mérida

In the morning, we begin our tour, visiting the heart of the Yucatecan Capital. Panoramic tour of the Plaza Mayor, the Casa Montejo, the Cathedral of San Idelfonso, the Government Palace, the Episcopal Palace, among others. We will continue along the legendary Calle 60, until we reach the famous Paseo Montejo, an example of the splendor of Yucatán's Golden Age.

Visita ao sítio arqueológico de Uxmal.
Visita ao sítio arqueológico de Uxmal.

We will continue our day to the spectacular archaeological site of Uxmal. This beautiful Mayan city, belonging to the Classic period (250-950 A.D.), was the capital of the ancient Xiu Kingdom, which exercised rigid control over the communities of the northern Maya, until it became the political and economic capital of the Puuc region. Among its constructions, of the architectural style also known as Puuc, stand out the Quadrangle of the Nuns, the Ball Court, the Dovecote, the House of the Old Woman, the House of the Turtles, and the Pyramid of the Soothsayer, the most outstanding, for its singular elliptical structure and its 35 meters of height. The Governor's House is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in all of Mesoamerica; its façade was exquisitely decorated with very detailed mosaic-like sculptures. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since December 7, 1996.

Transfer to San Francisco de Campeche and check-in at the hotel, and free night. Accommodation.

Campeche fortified city to fight against pirates
Campeche fortified city to fight against pirates

Arrival in Campeche, free afternoon and overnight. Free time offers the opportunity to taste the delights of Campeche's gastronomy, for example the famous “pan de cazón” (dogfish bread) and take a rest at the hotel.

Tour of the city of Campeche.
Tour of the city of Campeche.

We will begin our panoramic tour of the historic center of San Francisco de Campeche, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. We will visit the main attractions of the city: Colonial mansions, museums, San Miguel Fort, San José, the Cathedral, Independence Square, San Carlos Bastion, Puerta de Tierra, San Román Church, among others. At the end of the tour, we will continue along the coast of Campeche until we reach Palenque.

Arrival in Santo Domingo de Palenque
Arrival in Santo Domingo de Palenque

Having arrived in Palenque the afternoon is free and we will spend the night in a hotel in Palenque.

Visit to the archaeological zone of Palenque Chiapas
Visit to the archaeological zone of Palenque Chiapas

Located in the heart of the high jungle of Chiapas, Palenque was the capital of the ancient Kingdom of B'aakal, developed one of the most powerful dynasties of the Mayan World. Initially known as Lakam Hó, "place of the great waters", it was later changed to Otulun, which means "fortified houses". After the first visit of Fray Pedro Lorenzo de la Nada in 1567, the site was renamed Palenque, which means "fortification" in Catalan. It reached its splendor in the Late Classic period (550-830 A.D.), was the seat of the powerful dynasty to which King Pakal belonged, and rivaled other great capitals such as Calakmul, Tikal, Copán and Toniná. In its main structures, we can observe the Palace, which contains the Observatory; the Aqueduct; the Temple of the Inscriptions, the tomb of the great lord Pakal; the Ball Court; and the temples of the Cross, the Foliated Cross, the Sun, the Jaguar and the Count. The National Park and archaeological zone of Palenque were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1987.

After the visit we will enter the jungle to discover one of the most beautiful natural sanctuaries: Misol ha, a waterfall of approximately 25 meters high, natural scenery. 



Overnight in Palenque.
 Overnight in Palenque.

 At the end of the day we will return to the town of Palenque to have the night off, rest and spend the night at the hotel.

From Palenque to Petén
From Palenque to Petén

Departure to the border between Mexico and Guatemala, to the area of El Ceibo. After immigration formalities, we continue to the jungle of the Petén in Guatemala. A 148 km across the border at El Ceibo. 

Overnight in the Petén.
 Overnight in the Petén.

Arrival at the hotel in the Petén jungle, free night and overnight at the hotel.

Tikal, majestic capital.
Tikal, majestic capital.

Breakfast. We will visit the Mayan city of Tikal, the jewel of the classical Mayan world. Picnic lunch inside the archaeological site. Transfer to Flores airport to take a flight to Guatemala City. Transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Guatemala City, a place to rest
 Guatemala City, a place to rest

With all the comforts of a city we will stay in one of the best located chain hotels.

From Guatemala City to Chichicastenango
 From Guatemala City to Chichicastenango

Breakfast. Departure to the Guatemalan highlands to the town of Chichicastenango, where we will visit one of the most famous indigenous markets in Latin America. After the visit, we will continue to Lake Atitlan to have a panoramic view of one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, with its three volcanoes and its twelve indigenous villages. Mid-afternoon return to Guatemala City. Check-in at the hotel. 

Return to Guatemala with free night and overnight stay
Return to Guatemala with free night and overnight stay

Return to Guatemala City. Overnight at your hotel.

La Antigua, Guatemala.
La Antigua, Guatemala.

Here we will have the day at leisure to enjoy La Antigua, strolling through its cobblestone streets, appreciating its architectural styles of yesteryear or resting in the hotel facilities. As an optional activity, during the morning, we can make a cultural visit to this city declared a World Heritage Site and then return to the hotel.

Departure from Guatemala City to the airport
 Departure from Guatemala City to the airport

Transfer to Guatemala City airport and end of services.

Guide languages

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Meeting point

Most hotels have a pick-up service for this service or a meeting point close to your location. Upon receipt of your confirmation email you will be informed of the meeting point and time.
Day 1: Cancun, Ek Balam, Valladolid, Chichen-Itza, Merida
Day 2: Merida, Uxmal, Campeche
Day 3: Campeche, Palenque
Day 4: Palenque, Misol Há, Palenque
Day 5: Palenque, El Ceibo, Peten
Day 6: Peten, Tikal, Flores GMT, Guatemala City
Day 7: Guatemala City, Chichicastenango, Atitlan lake, Guatemala City
Day 8: Guatemala City, La Antigua
Day 9: La Antigua, Guatemala City
  • Lodging in indicated hotels or similar. Assignment in standard room.
  • American breakfast or boxbreakfast when required due to operational logistics - starting on day 2 -.
  • Lunches in: Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Campeche and Tikal.
  • Drinks not included.
  • Entrance fees to the sites included.
  • Authorized professional guides.
  • Air-conditioned transportation.
  • Transfer Palenque - El Ceibo - Petén border.
  • Arrival transfer in Cancun.
  • Hotel in Cancun or Riviera Maya.
  • Mex-Gua border taxes (USD 5 p.pax. approx.).
  • Visits indicated as optional.
  • Lunches or dinners not indicated in the itinerary.
  • Services not mentioned.
  • Guide in the transfer Palenque - El Ceibo - Petén.
  • Tips or gratuities to the operator and guide.

Possible accommodations

8 accommodations

Remarks

Does not include:

* Tips.

* Personal expenses.

* No other services not specified in the previous section.

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* This trip may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility. Check with your agency about its suitability based on your personal needs.


* We inform you that in some countries there is a local tax known as "stay tax", "municipal tax", "tourist tax" (or similar denomination) that is not included in the price of the reservation and must be paid directly by each guest at the corresponding establishment and / or airport. Keep in mind that these taxes can change over time, therefore, it is necessary to check if the country of destination charges this type of tax and the current amount to be paid.


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INCLUSION INSURANCE IN COMBINED TRAVEL RESERVATIONS


With regard to our inclusion insurance, said insurance exclusively includes those people who have their residence and origin of the trip in Spain or Portugal.


CHAPTER I (Obligations of information and content of the combined travel contract), Article 153 (Pre-contractual information), point 1, section H:


"1. Before the traveler is bound by any package travel contract or corresponding offer, the organizer, and also the retailer, when the package is sold through the latter, will provide the traveler with the form with the standard information regarding to the package trip that appears in annex II, A or B, as well as the following information that is applicable to the package trip:

"h) Information on the subscription of an optional insurance that covers the expenses originated in the event that the traveler decides to terminate the contract or the expenses of assistance, including those of repatriation, in case of accident, illness or death."



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Once the agency informs the client about the recommendation to contract insurance for the trip, it is the client who can contract insurance with the agency, or contract it directly with whoever they want.