Contrasts of Mexico + Yucatan Peninsula Extension (Day Of The Dead)
Mexico, Guatemala, Belize
natureOffset: 21 Trees
Tour length 21 days
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Coach / Bus
In-depth Cultural
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Fully Guided
Explorer
Private Room
Shared Room
About this tour
An unbeatable in-depth exploration, this tour takes you from the metropolis of Mexico City to the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula via ruins, rainforests and islands. Delve into the mysterious history of the Aztec, Zapotec and Mayan civilizations, ticking off bucket-list sites like Tikal and Chichen Itza. Then, unwind on the sun-drenched paradise island of Caye Caulker and opt to snorkel on the second largest barrier reef in the world. Want to see Mexico at its most vibrant? Choose a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) departure to witness the unique celebration. Relax on the Yucatan - Take a step closer to paradise exploring the cenotes, ruins and beaches of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Uncover ancient history - From the ruins of Palenque, deep in the jungle, to the awe-inspiring pyramids of Chichen Itza, a Wonder of the World, explore Mexico's mystifying heritage. Explore Colonial icons - Wander the streets of UNESCO World Heritage City, Oaxaca and colourful San Cristobal.
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General information
Tour ID137069
Tour length21days
LanguageEnglish
Group size14
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
Explore!
Starting point
Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico
Mexico
End point
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Merida
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join tour in Mexico City
Day 2: Mexico City tour including the Museum of Anthropology
Day 3: Visit the Teotihuacan Pyramids and the Basilica de Guadalupe
Day 4: Journey to Oaxaca Day of the Dead celebrations
Day 5: Visit the ancient complex of pyramids of Monte Alban free afternoon in Oaxaca
Day 6: Journey to Tehuantepec via Teotitlan del Valle and the Mitla ruins
Day 7: Sumidero Canyon boat trip then head to San Cristobal
Day 8: Discover the indigenous villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan
Day 9: Travel to Palenque
Day 10: Discover the important Maya site of Palenque
Day 11: Cross the border into Guatemala and continue on to Flores
Day 12: Free day to explore Flores, sunset boat trip on Lake Peten Itza
Day 13: Explore the great Maya metropolis of Tikal (Guatemala)
Day 14: Travel to San Ignacio (Belize)
Day 15: Drive to Belize City and boat to Caye Caulker
Day 16: Relax on Caye Caulker optional snorkelling trip
Day 17: Boat back to the mainland then drive to Bacalar