Mérida, Chichen-Itza and Cancun
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Enjoy a tour to Mérida, the social and economic center, as well as the capital, of the state of Yucatán. Mérida makes a good base from which to explore the Mayan archeological sites of Uxmal and Kabah. From Mérida continue to Chichen-Itza. End your tour in Cancun.
This trip can be customized to fit your individual travel dates and any specific requests you may have. Your travel consultant will prepare a customized itinerary for you. Yampu offers a choice of 3-, 4-, 5-star and Deluxe hotels. Deluxe hotels include: The Lodge in Chichen-Itza and The Villa in Merida.
Day 1
Upon arrival in Mérida, the “white city,” transfer to your hotel.
Day 2
You will enjoy today’s excursion to the wonderful archeological sites of Uxmal and Kabah. Uxmal was probably built around 700 A.D. The rich, green, fertile land provides a perfect setting for some of the most magnificent pyramids, buildings and temples of the ancient Mayan world. You can sense history here as you walk around and gaze at the stunning architecture and layout of this old city. The Piramide del Adivino (the Oracle’s Pyramid) stands majestically above other buildings, and a climb to its summit will reward you with spectacular views of the entire half-square-mile ancient city. Kabah is located south of Uxmal connecting both archaeological sites by a grand 18-kilometer-long pedestrian causeway with monumental arches at each end. Kabah is the second largest ruin of the Puuc region, after Uxmal. The most famous structure at the Kabah ruins is the Palacio de las Mascaras (the Palace of the Masks), its facade decorated with hundreds of stone masks of the long-nosed rain god Chaac. It is also known as the Codz Poop, meaning “Rolled Matting.” The site also has a number of other palaces, low stone buildings, and step-pyramid temples you can discover and enjoy.
Day 3
After breakfast, leave Mérida on your way to the ancient archeological site of Chichen-Itza. The famous Mayan pyramids of Chichen-Itza are more than 1,500 years old. The site is divided into three sections. The north grouping of structures is distinctly Toltec in style. The central group appears to be from the early period. The southern group is known as “The Old Chichén.” You will find a large ball court where Mayan men played a game called pok ta pok, full of symbolism and drama. Continue to Cancun for the night.
Day 4
Transfer to Cancun airport for your flight back home or stay a few nights in a hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.
4 days , from £599
| Occupancy Type |
3-Star |
4-Star |
5-Star |
Deluxe |
| Double | £599 | £688 | £791 | £903 |
| Single | £720 | £894 | £1100 | £1325 |
Prices shown above are per person, in Sterling (Ł).
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