11 Day Mexico's Mayan & Aztec Illumination 2017 Itinerary
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- Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.
- Exploration of the Yucatan begins at Ek Balam, one of the largest Mayan ruins in Mexico
- In magical Valladolid, stroll the picturesque square with its rows of colorful historic buildings
- Tour the wondrous ancient ruins of Chichén Itzá, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- View the distinctive architecture of Merida at the ornate 15th century Casa Montejo
- Enjoy hospitality, a home-cooked dinner and conversation with a local family in Merida
- At the dramatic archaeological site of Uxmal, view the pyramids and temples from 600 AD
- Watch weavers create pliable straw hats called jipijapas right before your eyes in Becal
- Tour Campeche, a colonial city with baroque Spanish architecture and a walled historic district
- Visit the astonishing soaring jungle swathed temples of Palenque, a national treasure!
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- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed
- Flights Miami-Cancun, Mexico City-MiamiOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
- Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
- 10 nights accommodations 1 night Cancun 1 night Chichén Itzá 2 nights Merida 1 night Campeche 2 nights Palenque 1 night Veracruz 2 nights Mexico City Hotel porterage
- All transfers and sightseeing per itinerary in modern motor coach
- 22 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 6 dinners (including Welcome and Farewell dinners)
- Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout
- Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary
- Active itinerary with unique cultural features
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