YUCATAN HIGHLIGHTS

OVERVIEW

From the beautiful white sand beaches and exciting nightlife of Playa del Carmen and the charming colonial city of Merida to the well preserved Mayan archaeological sites of Uxmal, Palenque, Chichen Itza and Tulum, enjoy the perfect balance of adventure and Mexican culture. Snorkel or SCUBA, sunbathe or salsa to your heart's content on this Mexican adventure!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Services of a Footloose tour leader
• All transportation by private adventure vehicle
• All 10 hotel nights included. No single supplements will be charged. Single travellers will be matched with a fellow passenger of the same sex.
• Guided jungle walking tour
• Admission to all parks and archeological sites en route including: Chichen Itza, Palenque, Misol Ha waterfalls, Uxmal & Tulum
• Guided Cenote snorkel tour

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

• Snorkelling & scuba diving US$60-$200
• Xel-Ha Marine Park US$35
• Quad bike rental US$50
• Local shops & markets US$FREE
• Merida walking tour US$FREE
• Swimming in Cenotes US$5-$10
• Dolphin Experience US$125

TRIP ITINERARY

Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local and operational conditions may vary and unforeseen circumstances can arise, the following itinerary should be used as a guideline.

Days: 1 Arrive Cancun

Arrive into Cancun and transfer (not included) to our gateway hotel at your leisure. Rest of day to relax and prepare for your adventure.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotel included

Days: 2 & 3 Merida

This journey of adventure and discovery begins with a visit to Chichen Itza, one of the most excavated and best preserved of all archeological sites in Mexico. Climb El Castillo pyramid and gaze beyond the largest ball court in Meso-America for a fantastic glimpse into the Mayan past. Move on to the beautiful city of Merida, the capital of the Yucatan. From our centrally located hotel, spend the day in the many shops, museums and zocalos of this charming city, home to the descendants of the Mayan civilization whose culture is now laced with Spanish influence.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotel included

Days: 4 Campeche

Travel next to the ruins of Uxmal where intricately carved temple facades pay homage to Chac, the Mayan rain god. Drive on to the city of Campeche, the only coastal walled city in the New World, where, from our hotel deep in the heart of the city, we can explore the remnants of its colourful past.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotels/Lodges included

Days: 5 & 6 Palenque

Continue down the ancient Mayan trade route to the ruins of Palenque, lost in the jungle for hundreds of years. Marvel at the magnificent pyramid known as the Temple of the Inscriptions and take a guided jungle tour to learn about this unique ecosystem and its plant and animal life. After such an adventurous day, relax and cool off in the inviting waters of Misol Ha waterfall.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotels/Lodges included

Days: 7 & 8 Bacalar, Tulum & Playa del Carmen

Cross the Yucatan peninsula for a night on the shores of the beautiful Bacalar Lagoon. Take a refreshing swim in the Cenote Azul before heading up the coast to the ruins of Tulum, the only Mayan city built along the sea. Discover Xel Ha Marine Park where you can snorkel in the protected lagoon and explore underground caverns.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotels/Lodges included

Days: 9-11 Playa del Carmen & Cancun

Enjoy personal time relaxing on miles of unspoilt beaches or take a scuba lesson to get a closer look at this underwater paradise. Spend your final nights enjoying Caribbean nightlife in Playa del Carmen, before ending this magical trip in Cancun.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotels/Lodges included

Tour ends at 18:00 hrs in Cancun on day 11.

YUCATAN HIGHLIGHTS departing from CANCUN

The H1N1 influenza outbreak news hit Mexican Tourism pretty hard, but now that things have normalised in Mexico, we wish to entice our clients back to see the amazing diversity, culture, adventure, landscape and food this country has, by offering 20% off all published prices.

Please enter the code 220590 into the special request box on the online booking form or mention when calling to receive 20% off the prices listed on this site. No further discounts apply.

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