Mexico City, Mérida, Chichen-Itza & Beaches in Riviera Maya
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You get to enjoy the history and mystery of Mexico City, Mérida and Chichen-Itza before moving on to the Riviera Maya. A coastal city in the state of Quintana Roo, Cancun was little more than a coconut plantation and fishing village in 1970 when the Mexican government decided to turn it into a place where tourists would want to come and savor the warmth and beauty of the Yucatán Peninsula. You may stay in Cancun, or in Playa del Carmen or Tulu; the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters make these wonderful places to end your vacation.
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 Four Seasons in Mexico City, The Lodge in Chichen-Itza and The Villa in Mérida.
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,
Playa del Carmen,
Tulum
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, following a 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. On we continue to the Paseo de la Reforma to admire its monuments and buildings.
Day 3
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Mérida, the “white city.” Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Day 4
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 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), 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 has a number of other palaces, low stone buildings, and step-pyramid temples you will be able to discover and enjoy.
Day 5
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 Chichen.” You will find a large ball court where Mayan men played a dramatic and mysterious game called pok ta pok. Continue to Cancun, Playa del Carmen or Tulum for the night.
Day 6
Day of leisure to enjoy the beach. Breakfast included (optional activities available; not included in cost).
Day 7
Day of leisure to enjoy the beach. Breakfast included (optional activities available; not included in cost).
Day 8
Day of leisure to enjoy the beach. Breakfast included (optional activities available; not included in cost).
Day 9
Transfer to the Cancun airport for your flight home.
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 |
Le Blanc Spa Resort, or similar. |
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Playa del Carmen
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| 3-star |
Las Golondrinas or similar. |
| 4-star |
Real Playa del Carmen or similar (all inclusive). |
| 5-star |
Sandos Caracol Beach Resort or similar (all inclusive). |
| Deluxe |
1 night Deluxe hotel. Mosquito Beach or similar. |
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Tulum
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| 3-star |
Cabańas Los Lirios or similar. |
| 4-star |
Maya Tankah all-inclusive or similar. |
| 5-star |
Dreams Tulum (all-inclusive), Ana y Jose or similar. |
| Deluxe |
1 night Deluxe hotel. Blue Tulum Resort (all-inclusive) or similar. |
* Subject to confirmation at time of booking
9 days , from £1473
| Occupancy Type |
3-Star |
4-Star |
5-Star |
Deluxe |
| Double | £1473 | £1843 | £2134 | £2581 |
| Single | £1846 | £2590 | £3170 | £4009 |
Prices shown above are per person, in Sterling (Ł).