Mexico Classic - Aztecs and Mayas Tour

The Destination background

Mexico, the second most populated city in the world offers something for everyone. The Zocalo is at the historical centre of Mexico City and is surrounded by government buildings, cathedrals and restaurants.

The Palacio National is famous for its colourful murals by Diego Rivera (one of Mexico’s most popular artists) whilst the Catedral Metropolitana is probably the most impressive cathedral in all of Mexico. Built by the Spanish in the 1520s, it was erected directly above the sacrificial ceremonial site of the Aztecs where rows of skulls were displayed.

Teotihuacan is the site of the huge Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, it was Mexico's largest ancient city and the capital of what was probably the country's largest pre-Hispanic empire. The site's main road is the famous Avenue of the Dead, a monumental 2km (1.2mi) thoroughfare lined with the former palaces of Teotihuacán's elite.

Palenque, is a fabulous Mayan city and perhaps the most evocative in the whole of Mexico which with its superb Mayan architecture and decoration and surrounded by emerald jungle captivates the imagination. It was first occupied more than 1500 years ago, flourishing from 600 to 700 AD when many plazas and buildings were constructed.

Chichen Itza, the most famous site in Mexico and now a 7th wonders of the world is a top draw for all enthusiasts of Mayan culture.

Full Itinerary

• Day 1. Mexico City

  Reception at airport and transfer to your hotel for accommodation. Day at leisure.

• Day 2. Mexico City (B)

  After breakfast, a city tour of Mexico City, including a visit to the Zocalo (Main Square), the National Palace with its famous mural paintings by Diego Rivera, the Metropolitan Cathedral, ruins of Aztec main temple (Templo Mayor), Paseo de la Reforma Avenue, Chapultepec Park and the National Museum of Anthropology. Return to your hotel.

• Day 3. Mexico City – Teotihuacan (B)

  After breakfast, a visit to the Shrine of the Guadalupe Virgin. Continue onto the Teotihuacan archaeological site with its impressive Pyramids of the Sun, Moon and Quetzalcoatl. Once the largest ancient city and the capital of what was probably the country's largest pre-Hispanic empire, Teotihuacan will leave an indelible impression on all who visit. The site's main road is the famous Avenue of the Dead, a monumental 2km (1.2mi) thoroughfare lined with the former palaces of Teotihuacán's elite. Return to your hotel.

• Day 4. Mexico City – Villahermosa (B)

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Villahermosa.

  Arrival and transfer to your hotel for accommodation. If there is time a visit to the Venta Park (with its Olmec sculptures and zoo). Rest of the day at leisure.

• Day 5. Palenque – Merida (B)

  After breakfast, a guided tour of the fabulous Mayan archaeological site of Palenque.

  This fabulous Mayan city is perhaps the most evocative in the whole of Mexico with its superb Mayan architecture and decoration, surrounded by emerald jungle captivates the imagination. It was first occupied more than 1500 years ago, flourishing from 600 to 700 AD when many plazas and buildings were constructed. After the tour, transfer to Villahermosa airport for the flight to Merida. Arrival in Merida, reception and transfer to your hotel for accommodation.

• Day 6. Merida - Uxmal – Kabah (B & L)

  After breakfast at the hotel, an excursion to the Mayan archaeological sites of Uxmal and Kabah.

  After a lunch, return to your hotel. Day at leisure.

• Day 7. Merida – Cancun (B & L)

  After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Cancun with a stopover at the Mayan archaeological site of Chichen Itza, the fabulous new 7th wonder of the world. After the visit, lunch at a restaurant. Arrival in Cancun in the early evening. Drop off at hotel of your choice or return flight home.

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Tour Prices

• US$1369.00 - based on two people sharing.
• Single supplement US$750.00

Flight tickets: Mexico City – Villahermosa - Merida US$400.00 per person approximately.

Additional days and tours available upon request.

Tour Price Includes:

• Accommodation in double rooms at selected hotels.
• All meals as indicated in the itinerary.
• Transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary based on private service with English speaking guides.
• All entrance fees.

Tour Price Does Not Include:

• International flight to Mexico and US$31.00 tax for all International air departures.
• All domestic flights require a US$6.00 charge (airport tax).
• Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses, beverages, etc.
• Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident etc.
• Baggage porterage and other extras not specified.

Hotels

Mexico City Hotels

Gran Melia Mexico Reforma Hotel. (Subject to availability.)

Villahermosa Hotels

Hyatt Regency Hotel. (Subject to availability.)

Merida Hotels

Hyatt Regency Hotel. (Subject to availability.)