Mexico City, Mérida and Chichen-Itza
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Hotels
Start in Mexico City and then on to the Yucatan to see Mérida and Chichen-Itza. Founded in 1542 by the Spanish conquistadors, Mérida was built on the site of the Maya city that had already existed for centuries. Thus it may be the oldest continually occupied city in the Americas. The “white city,” as it is called, once had a higher percentage of millionaires than any other in the world. Such wealth is still evident as large and small colonial homes line its streets to this day.
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. The Deluxe option comes with the following hotels: Four Seasons Mexico City, the Villa at Mérida, a boutique hotel and the Lodge at Chichen-Itza.
This tour includes airfare allowance from London (UK), on non-holiday dates. You do not need to fly via London; Yampu will fly you the most direct way to your city of destination. Depending on your travel dates and proximity of travel, we will quote you the most economical surcharge from your city or country of origin.
Additional information on this trip:
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Days of Week the Trip can Start:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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Dates this trip is NOT available for online booking (please submit a regular request):
20 December -
02 January
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Visited Cities:
Mexico City,
Merida,
Cancún
Day 1
Upon arrival in Mexico City transfer to your hotel. Afternoon of leisure or choose from optional excursions.
Day 2
In the morning we depart the city, heading to the breathtaking archeological site of Teotihuacán. By the afternoon, after we tour of the ruins we return to Mexico City to visit the first quarter—el Zocalo. Mexico City is also known as the Ciudad de los Palacios (City of Palaces). The tour continues in the main square, where we will visit some colonial palaces like the Palacio Nacional, the Metropolitan Cathedral and other beautiful architectural jewels and walk through the main streets. On we continue to the Paseo de la Reforma to admire its monuments and buildings.
Day 3
Frida Kahlo Museum, Coyoácan and Trotzky Museum. The Villa of Coyoacán is located in the south part of the city. Enjoy a private tour where we will visit the “blue house,” as it is also known, where Frida Kahlo used to live. This extraordinary painter was born and raised here. Now it is a museum, where some of her artworks and personal belongings are displayed. The tour continues in Coyoacán’s main plaza—one of the first quarters built during Hernán Cortes’ government. Beautiful architecture can be seen in many colonial buildings and houses throughout this residential area. The Leon Trotsky Museum is located close to the Frida Kahlo Museum. It is an old house, where Trotsky lived after he was expelled from Russia and where he found refuge in Mexico City.
Day 4
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Mérida, the “white city.” Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Day 5
You will enjoy today’s incredible 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 ancient pyramids, buildings and temples of the ancient Mayan world. You can sense the history here as you walk around and gaze at the stunning architecture and majestic layout of this ancient 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 archeological 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), the 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 will be able to discover and enjoy.
Day 6
After breakfast, leave Mérida on your way to the ancient archeological site of Chichen-Itza. The famous Mayan pyramids of Chichen-Itza are over 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 Chichen.” You will find a large ball court where Mayan men played a game called pok ta pok. It had deep religious and political significance, sometimes culminating in human sacrifice. Continue to Cancun for the night.
Day 7
Transfer to Cancun airport for your flight back home or stay a few nights in a hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.
Suggested Hotels by City and Category *
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Mexico City
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| 3-star |
1 Night 3-star hotel. Best Western Estoril or similar. |
| 4-star |
1 night 4-star. Fiesta Americana Reforma or similar. |
| 5-star |
1 night 5-star. Nikko Mexico or similar. |
| Airport Hotel |
1 night airport hotel. Hilton Airport or similar |
| Deluxe |
Four Seasons or similar.
Special Holiday Rates Apply |
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Merida
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| 3-star |
El Castellano or similar. |
| 4-star |
Mision de Fray Diego or similar. |
| 5-star |
Casa Lucia boutique hotel or Hacienda Merida or similar. |
| Deluxe |
1 night Deluxe hotel. The Villa at Merida boutique deluxe hotel or similar. |
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Cancún
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| 3-star |
Hotel el Rey Del Caribe, Cancun Clipper Club, or similar. |
| 4-star |
Barcelo Costa Cancun, Marriott CasaMagna Resort, or similar. |
| 5-star |
Beach Palace, JW Marriott Cancun, or similar. |
| Deluxe |
Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas, Le Blanc Spa Resort, or similar. |
* Subject to confirmation at time of booking
7 days , from £1547
| Occupancy Type |
3-Star |
4-Star |
5-Star |
Deluxe |
| Double | £1547 | £1695 | £1941 | £2468 |
| Single | £1907 | £2203 | £2695 | £3749 |
Prices shown above are per person, in Sterling (Ł).
Mexico City
Teotihuacán
Uxmal
