Departure date(s): ANYTIME | Number of days: 8
Day 1
Mexico City
Welcome to the glory of Old Mexico. See the ancient cultures of the Nahua, Aztec, Olmec, Toltec, and Mayan civilizations. Arrive in Mexico City, the capital of this fascinating country, with exotic indigenous and international cultures, close yet breathtakingly foreign. Check into hotel upon arrival.
Day 2
Mexico City – Teotihuacan
Experience the ancient City of the Gods on a visit to the archaeological site of Teotihuacan. Your full day guided tour will highlight the complexities of Aztec treasures. You’ll have the opportunity to climb the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and see the Butterflies Temple, the Avenue of the Dead and the Temple of Quetzalcoatl. (Meals: B)
Day 3
Mexico City- City Tour
After breakfast, immerse yourself in Mexico City on a city tour. Whether you’re passionate about history and art, or just yearning for adventure, you’ll travel by coach to some of Mexico City’s major attractions including the Chapultepec area, the Anthropology Museum, Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Palace. (Meals: B)
Day 4
Mexico City – Cancun
After breakfast, depart to Cancun. The city of Cancun is young, as are most of its permanent and temporary inhabitants. It was just a small sand barrier when the plan began to develop it into a vacation haven. Cancun consists of a medium-sized coastal city and a long, thin island connected to the mainland through bridges at its north and south ends. Check-into the hotel upon arrival.(Meals: B)
Day 5
Cancun City Tour & Shopping
Pair Mayan-ruins sightseeing with shopping on this combo tour. Discover the archaeological site of El Meco, and learn about its historical role in trade. Move on to an artisanal craft market, Celso at Market 28, in the heart of Cancun. Visit Cancun landmarks and highlights, including the Tequila Museum. Snap frame-worthy photos of Cancun’s coastline at El Mirador in Playa Delfines. (Meals: B)
Day 6
Cancun -Chichen Itza
Spectacular Chichen Itza holds both mystery and magic. Explore the most important archaeological zone and ancient capital of the Mayan Empire on a full day guided tour from Cancun. Admire the majestic observatory, the sacred cenote, the ball court and the castle. (Meals: B)
Day 7
Cancun – Xel-Ha All-Inclusive
Explore Xel-Ha Park, the Riviera Maya’s stunning natural aquarium, on this all-day trip from Cancun. Relax on Xel Ha’s hidden beach, swim in cenotes and lagoons, go snorkeling, and spelunk in caves. Watch out for wildlife like angelfish and iguanas. Xel-Ha is all-inclusive, so enjoy Mayan cuisine, seafood and burgers with your admission. (Meals: B)
Day 8
Departure from Cancun
Today we finish our trip and get ready to fly back home or to the next destination. (Meals: B)
City | Nights | Moderate Hotels | Deluxe Hotels |
---|---|---|---|
Mex | 3 | Hotel Ramada /Holiday Inn /Ibis | Hotel Hilton / Residence Inn / Doubletree |
Can | 4 | Hotel Aloft / Holiday Inn | Hotel Marriott / Sheraton |
INCLUSIONS
- Hotel Accommodations
- Breakfast
- Airport- Hotel-Airport Transfers
- City Tour on SIC: Mexico City
- Entrance Tickets with transfers:
- Xel-Ha All-Inclusive
- Chichen Itza
- Teotihuacan
- Cancun Shopping and City Tour
- All tours & transfers on SIC
- All Taxes
EXCLUSIONS
- International & Domestic Airfare
- Meet & Greet at airport
- Tips to guides & drivers
- Porterage, Laundry bills & other incidental charges
- For SIC tours – Hotel pick & drop not guaranteed
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions section