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8 Days | Discover Maya ruins, historic towns and expansive beaches in Mexico
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8 days
Start
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Finish
Tulum, Mexico
Trip Code
QBPN
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Boat
Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (4 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
From £2,651(8 days)
Trip Informations
When it comes to vibrant culture and varied cuisine, there’s nowhere quite like Mexico. Get a taste of the country’s best on an eight-day Premium adventure through Mexico City, Puebla and Oaxaca. Join expert local guides to uncover the ancient secrets of Teotihuacan, Cholula and the Mitla ruins and see the world’s widest tree, over 1500 years old! Take your taste buds on a trip, from the beckoning street food stalls of the capital to a home cooked Zapotecan lunch and a creative dining experience in Oaxaca and attend some local artisan workshops, working with obsidian and beeswax. Your experienced local leader will show you the heart of a country that is sure to leave you captivated.
Why you’ll love this trip
Visit the spectacular ruins of Chichen Itza (one of the new Seven Wonders of the World), Muyil and Tulum where your local leader and expert guides will bring thousands of years of Maya history to life.
Gain a deeper understanding of local life during a Exclusive Experience to the secluded Laguna Chabela Maya community, where you’ll learn how modern Maya people preserve the traditions of their ancestors and try your hand and making a tortilla before a delicious feast in the jungle.
Experience the old-world charm of your Feature Stay accommodation in Merida – a historic 17th century mansion turned boutique hotel with elegant decor and traditional touches.
Enjoy an Exclusive Experience at the Celestun Bird Sanctuary and Biosphere Reserve – a bird-lover’s dream. Learn about conservation efforts while looking out for colourful flora and fauna on a boat ride and see the natural springs before stopping by the Gulf of Mexico for a swim.
Swim in a cenote, float down the crystal-clear Muyil canals created by the Maya over 1000 years ago and visit a laid-back beach club in Tulum to make the best of the Yucatan peninsula.
Is this trip right for you?
Some included activities, such as guided tours of archaeological sites can involve a lot of walking. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
The tropical climate of Central America means conditions can be hot and humid. Always carry plenty of water with you and stay hydrated, especially on walking tours.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Boat
Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (4 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
Activities
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Playa del Carmen - Welcome Dinner
Valladolid - Home-cooked lunch
Valladolid - Tortilla making demonstration
Valladolid - Mayan homestead visit
Chichen Itza - Cenote swim stop
Chichen Itza - Home-cooked pibil lunch
Chichen Itza - Archaeological site with local guide
Merida - Leader-led orientation walk
Merida - Celestun Biosphere Reserve tour
Tulum - Muyil river float
Tulum - Muyil archaeological site with local guide
Tulum - Archaeological site visit
Tulum - Farewell Dinner
Tulum – Beach Club Visit
Add on activities
Merida - Regional Museum of Yucatan - MXN95
Merida - Uxmal Ruins tour (inc. shared transport and guide) - MXN1470
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 
3. It is recommended that you keep your main luggage weight around 15kg and certainly no more than 20kg. A small or medium-sized backpack (45-50 litres) is another good option.
4. Travel is always an adventure and, as destinations reopen, there are a few challenges as everyone gets back up to speed and adjusts to the new normal. Our leaders are experts when it comes to dealing with anything unexpected along the journey, so pack your understanding and flexibility, sit back and relax while they take care of the rest.
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