Highlands & Ruins By World Journeys

Highlands & Ruins By World Journeys

10 Days / 9 Nights from $6,360 Price Per Person

Sales from 08 May 2023 to 31 December 2026

**Day 1: Mexico City**
You will be met and take a shared transfer to your hotel.

**Day 2: Mexico City > San Cristobal de las Casas**
This morning fly to Tuxtla Guiterrez and enjoy a scenic drive to the impressive Sumidero Canyon for a shared river cruise. Along the way admire steep rocky wall that goes up 100 metres on both sides of the river. Look out for incredible flora and fauna. After the cruise continue to lovely San Cristobal de las Casas and enjoy a two night stay.

**Day 3: San Cristobal de las Casas**
This morning you will be driven (shared basis) to the outskirts of San Cristobal de las Casas to visit the indigenous artisan village of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan, which are an ancient Tzotzil village. You will learn about their culture and traditions as you wander through the charming well-preserved colonial streets and local markets. After your visit enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure.

**Day 4: San Cristobal de las Casas > Palenque**
After breakfast a scenic (shared) drive through the mountains and valleys of Chiapas State awaits you today. Along the way, visit the beautiful Agua Azul waterfalls where you can enjoy a refreshing swim or simply relax before continuing to Palenque. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.

**Day 5: Palenque > Campeche**
Morning enjoy a (shared) drive and sightseeing of the beautiful UNESCO Heritage listed Mayan ruins of Palenque. Set in tropical jungle, this archaeological gem was at its height around 1300 years ago. From here continue by scenic road some five hours to Campeche.

**Day 6: Campeche**
After breakfast enjoy a short (shared) walking tour of this port city, a colonial gem situated on the Gulf of Mexico. In addition to the tour you can also stroll along fascinating landmarks such as the Fort of San Miguel, San Jose el Alto and the Door of the Earth.

**Day 7: Campeche > Uxmal & Kabah > Merida**
You will be privately driven to another interesting destination where two stunning archaeological sites await you today, the ornately carved ruins of Uxmal and Kabah. After touring the archaeological site continue to Merida.

**Day 8: Merida**
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Merida, the charming capital of the Yucatan with its historical centre and fascinating buildings and cathedrals.

**Day 9: Merida > Chichen Itza**
Early departure from Merida to to Chichen Itza by private car. Enjoy a private tour on arrival. See the massive Kukulkan pyramid, giant ball game court, observatory and temples that make Chichen Itza a must see. After the tour you will also have opportunity to swim in a cenote if you wish. Later transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

**Day 10: Chichen Itza > Cancun or the Riviera Maya**
Today you will have the option to be privately transferred to one of the resorts in Cancun (for a surcharge) where your arrangements end on arrival; or to Cancun International Airport for your onward flight.

Tailor-made journey: This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.

Inclusions

• • 9 nights’ accommodation
  • 9 breakfasts and 2 lunches
  • Meet & Greet at Mexico City International Airport
  • English-speaking local guides
  • Private or shared transfers as per the itinerary
  • Shared sightseeing days 2 to 6
  • Private sightseeing days 7 to 9
  • Economy-class flight Mexico City > Tuxtla Guiterrez
  • Shared Sumidero Canyon boat cruise
  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary