Mini Wonders of the Maya
Mini Wonders of the Maya
Mini Wonders of the Maya
4 Days Starting in Cancun and ending in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Visiting: Mexico
Tour operator:
Tour code:
60773
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
115 - 30
Age range:
10-99
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishInterests:
Beach Tours, Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
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.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Cancun
Accommodation: Hotel
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.Â
- Overnight in Cancun
Day 2 : Cancun – RÃa Lagartos – Cenote – Valladolid (390 Km – 5 Hrs)
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today’s adventure starts with a visit to RÃa 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)
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
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)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
- Â Breakfast included.Â
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:Â
- Operated with Multilingual: English – Spanish speaking licensed local guide on a shared basis
ACCOMMODATION:Â
- 3 Nights accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONSÂ
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:
Standard Hotel Category = Fairfield Airport Cancun or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = Beachscape or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Rennaissance or similar 5*
MEALS:
- 3 breakfastsÂ
TRANSPORT:
- Air-conditioned transportation with pickup/drop-off as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:Â
- 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
What's Not Included
- 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 toursÂ
- International flight tickets or Mexican visa fees and local taxes
- Airport departure tax
- Gratuities for drivers and guides
Please Note
- 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.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONSÂ
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:
- Standard Hotel Category = Fairfield Airport Cancun or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Beachscape or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Rennaissance or similar 5*
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONSÂ
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:
- Standard Hotel Category = Fairfield Airport Cancun or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Beachscape or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Rennaissance or similar 5*
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Arrival transfer to the hotel is provided but Departure transfer to the airport is not provided.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Operated with Multilingual: English – Spanish speaking licensed local guide on a shared basis
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
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
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, International flights are not included
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 10 years or above
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.Â
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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Low Deposit
Destination Services Mexico requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services mexico charges.
At 6 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.