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Day 1 (MONDAY) CANCÚN - EK BALAM - CHICHÉN ITZÁ - MÉRIDA

In the morning, we will leave in the direction of the archaeological site of Ek Balam, which, judging by the size and quality of its buildings, was a political entity of great wealth and prosperity. At the end of the visit, we will enjoy a refreshing swim in one of the cenotes in the area. We will continue on to the colonial city of Valladolid for a panoramic tour. In the afternoon, we will continue to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, an enigmatic place, declared a World Heritage Site and recognized as one of the new seven wonders of the modern world. After lunch, we will continue to Merida, capital of the state of Yucatan, known as the “White City”. Check-in at the hotel.

Day 2 (TUESDAY) MÉRIDA - UXMAL - CAMPECHE

Breakfast. In the morning, we begin our tour, visiting the heart of the Yucatecan Capital. Panoramic tour of the Plaza Mayor, the Casa Montejo, the Cathedral of San Idelfonso, the Government Palace, the Episcopal Palace, among others. We will continue along the legendary Calle 60, until we reach the famous Paseo Montejo, an example of the splendor of Yucatan's Golden Age. After the visit we will continue to the archaeological site of Uxmal, one of the most beautiful archaeological zones of the Puuc Route. The grandeur of the Pyramid of the Soothsayer, the magnificent friezes of the Nun's Quadrangle, the shells of the Turtle Building, the ball game and the panoramic views from the Temple of the

Governor, speak of the importance of this Mayan architectural complex. Lunch. In the afternoon, we will take the road to Campeche and have the rest of the afternoon free. Check in at the hotel.

Day 3 (WEDNESDAY) CAMPECHE - PALENQUE

Breakfast.In the morning, we will begin our panoramic tour of the historic center of San

Francisco de Campeche, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. We will visit the main attractions of the city: Colonial mansions, museums, San Miguel Fort, San José, the Cathedral, Independence Square, San Carlos Bastion, Puerta de Tierra, San Román Church, among others. At the end of the tour, we will continue along the coast of Campeche until we reach Palenque. Lunch in route. Arrival in Santo Domingo de Palenque and rest of the afternoon at leisure. Check in at the hotel.

Day 4 (THURSDAY) PALENQUE – MISOL HA - PALENQUE

Breakfast. Today we will visit the archaeological site of Palenque, one of the most important sites of the Mayan World, we will visit the famous Pyramid of the Inscriptions where the sarcophagus of King Pakal was found, with a tombstone engraved in relief, the Temple of the Foliated Cross, the Temple of the Sun and the Palace. After the visit we will enter the jungle to discover one of the most beautiful natural sanctuaries: Misol ha, a waterfall of approximately 25 meters high, natural scenery. In the afternoon, return to Santo Domingo de Palenque. Accommodation.

Day 5 (FRIDAY) PALENQUE – EL CEIBO - PETÉN

Breakfast. In the morning, departure to the border between Mexico and Guatemala, El Ceibo. After the migratory procedures, we continue to the Peten jungle. Accommodation.

Day 6 (SATURDAY) PETÉN - TIKAL - GUATEMALA CIUDAD

Breakfast. Today we will visit the Mayan city of Tikal, the jewel of the Classic Mayan World. Picnic lunch inside the archaeological site. Transfer to Flores airport to take a flight to Guatemala City. Transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel.

Day 7 (SUNDAY) GUATEMALA CITY - CHICHICASTENANGO - ATITLAN LAKE

how to make corn, the staple food of Guatemala. After the visit we will continue to Lake Atitlan, which Huxley said to be the most beautiful lake in the world. Accommodation

Day 8 (MONDAY) LAKE ATITLÁN - SAN JUAN LA LAGUNA - SANTIAGO ATITLÁN - LAKE ATITLÁN

Breakfast. Today we will take a boat to visit two of the twelve villages that surround this beautiful lake. We will visit the Tzutuhil village of San Juan La Laguna, characterized by the harmony in which its inhabitants coexist with nature and culture. We will continue to Santiago Atitlán, a town inhabited by Tzutuhil Indians who live from fishing and handicrafts, although they are better known as worshipers of a Mayan-Catholic deity they call Maximón. Overnight.

Day 9 (TUESDAY) ATITLAN LAKE - IXIMCHÉ - LA ANTIGUA

Breakfast. Departure to the city of La Antigua Guatemala. On the way, we will visit the archaeological site of Iximché, ancient Mayan capital of the Cakchiquel kingdom. Upon arrival in La Antigua, orientation visit of this colonial city declared a World Heritage Site, we will visit the Cathedral, La Merced Church, the Central Plaza and its main streets

and monuments. Lodging.

Day 10 (WEDNESDAY) LA ANTIGUA

Breakfast. We will have the day at leisure to enjoy La Antigua, strolling through the

cobblestone streets, appreciating its architectural styles of yesteryear or

resting in the hotel facilities. As an optional activity, during the morning,

we recommend an excursion to the Pacaya Volcano. Lodging.

Day 11 (THURSDAY) LA ANTIGUA - AEROPUERTO DE GUATEMALA

Transfer to Guatemala City airport.

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Departure from Cancun to the archaeological site of Ék Balam.

Early in the morning, pick up at your lodging or meeting point to head to the Ek Balam archaeological zone in the state of Yucatán, 30 minutes from the city of Valladolid.

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Exploring the archaeological site of Ek Balam. Visit to the city of Valladolid, Cenote and Chichen Itza.

Breakfast. We will head to the archaeological site of Ék Balam, which, judging by the size and quality of its buildings, was a political entity of great wealth and prosperity. At the end of the visit, we will enjoy a refreshing swim in one of the cenotes in the area. We will continue on to the colonial city of Valladolid for a panoramic tour. In the afternoon, we will continue to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, an enigmatic place, declared a World Heritage Site and recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. After lunch, we will continue to Merida, capital of the state of Yucatan. There we will check in at the hotel.

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Merida, capital of the state of Yucatan.

After the tour of two of the most impressive ancient Mayan cities, we arrive in Merida with the night free for dinner, rest and overnight.

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Panoramic tour of Merida and guided visit in Uxmal.

We begin our tour, visiting the heart of the Yucatecan Capital. Panoramic tour of the Plaza Mayor, the Casa Montejo, the Cathedral of San Idelfonso, the Government Palace, the Episcopal Palace, among others. We will continue along the legendary Calle 60, until we reach the famous Paseo Montejo, an example of the splendor of Yucatan's Golden Age.

We will continue our day to the spectacular archaeological site of Uxmal. This beautiful Mayan city, belonging to the Classic period (250-950 A.D.), was the capital of the ancient Xiu Kingdom, which exercised rigid control over the communities of the northern Maya, until it became the political and economic capital of the Puuc region. Among its constructions, of the architectural style also known as Puuc, stand out the Quadrangle of the Nuns, the Ball Court, the Dovecote, the House of the Old Woman, the House of the Turtles, and the Pyramid of the Soothsayer, the most outstanding, for its singular elliptical structure and its 35 meters of height. The Governor's House is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in all of Mesoamerica; its façade was exquisitely decorated with very detailed mosaic-like sculptures. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since December 7, 1996. In the afternoon, we will take the road to Campeche and have the rest of the afternoon free. Check in at the hotel.

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Campeche, walled city.

Arrival in the colonial city of Campeche in the afternoon, free time to explore the historic center on your own, dine at local restaurants, rest and spend the night.

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Campeche and the most iconic sites in its history.

Breakfast.We will begin our panoramic tour of the historic center of San Francisco de Campeche, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. We will visit the main attractions of the city: Colonial mansions, museums, San Miguel Fort, San José, the Cathedral, Independence Square, San Carlos Bastion, Puerta de Tierra, San Román Church, among others. At the end of the tour, we will continue along the coast of Campeche until we reach Palenque. Lunch in route. Arrival in Santo Domingo de Palenque and rest of the afternoon at leisure. Check in at the hotel.

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Arrival in Santo Domingo de Palenque.

Arrival in Santo Domingo de Palenque is a community founded in the 17th century and the archaeological site is more than 1500 years old. We will enjoy the afternoon with free time for sightseeing, dinner and finally rest.

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Visit in Palenque, Misol-Ha.

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Return to the community of Palenque to spend the night.

After touring the archaeological zone of Palenque and admiring the Misol-ha waterfalls, we return to Santo Domingo de Palenque to rest, have dinner and sleep.

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From Palenque, Mexico, to Petén, Guatemala.

Breakfast. In the morning, departure to the border between Mexico and Guatemala, El Ceibo. After the migratory procedures, we continue to the Peten jungle. From Palenque in Chiapas to the Petén in Guatemala, 148 km across the border at El Ceibo.

Overnight, Accommodation.

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From Petén to Tikal and Guatemala City

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Return to Guatemala with free night and overnight stay.

Guatemala City, also known as “Guate,” is the vibrant capital of Guatemala, where modernity blends with pre-Columbian history and colonial heritage.

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Visit to Chichicastenango, the most famous market in Guatemala and Lake Atitlan.

Breakfast. Departure to the Guatemalan highlands to the town of Chichicastenango, where we will visit one of the most famous indigenous markets in all of Latin America. This day we will have an experiential visit, where we will have a workshop with the local women to learn how to make corn, the staple food of Guatemala. After the visit we will continue to Lake Atitlan, which Huxley said to be the most beautiful lake in

the world. Accommodation

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Atitlan a peaceful place to rest

After the tour and shopping in Chichicastenango and the visit to the crater lake, free night and overnight at the hotel in Lake Atitlan.

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Visit to two cities San Juan La Laguna and Santiago Atitlan.

We will take a boat to visit two of the twelve towns that surround this beautiful lake. We will visit the Tzutuhil village of San Juan La Laguna, characterized by the harmony in which its inhabitants coexist with nature and culture. We will continue to Santiago Atitlán, a town inhabited by Tzutuhil Indians who live from fishing and handicrafts, although they are better known as worshipers of a Mayan-Catholic deity they call Maximón.

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Our last night at Lake Atitlán, free time and rest

Having toured Lake Atitlan we will visit two of the twelve towns that surround this beautiful lake.

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City of Antigua passing through Iximché archaeological zone.

Lodging.

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Rest and stay in the city of Antigua

The picturesque town of La Antigua is a good place to rest and spend the night.

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La Antigua to Guatemala International Airport.

Breakfast. Transfer to Guatemala City airport. End of our services.

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اللغة الإنجليزية

Kohtauspaikka

Lobby or Motor Lobby of your hotel or at assigned meeting points.

matkareitti

Päivä 1: Cancun, Valladolid, Chichen-Itza, Merida

Päivä 2: Merida, Uxmal, Merida, Campeche

Päivä 3: Campeche, Palenque

Päivä 4: Palenque, Misol Há, Palenque

Päivä 5: Palenque, Peten

Päivä 6: Peten, Tikal, Flores GMT, Guatemalan kaupunki

Päivä 7: Guatemalan kaupunki, Chichicastenango, Atitlan-järvi

Päivä 8: Atitlan-järvi, San Juan La Laguna, Santiago Atitlan, Atitlan-järvi

Päivä 9: Atitlan-järvi, La Antigua

Päivä 10: La Antigua

Päivä 11: La Antigua, Guatemalan kaupunki

Sisälly hintaan

Lodging in indicated hotels or similar.
Assignment in standard room.
American breakfast or boxbreakfast when required due to operational
logistics - starting on day 2 -.
Lunches on: Day 1. (Drinks not included).
Entrance fees to the sites included.
Authorized professional guides.
Air-conditioned transportation.
Transfer Palenque - Border El Ceibo - Peten.
Boat visit to San Juan La Laguna and Santiago Atitlan.
Local or private taxes, according to choice.
Services in regular or private, according to choice.
Net rates for a minimum of 2 pax..

Sulkea pois

Arrival transfer in Cancun.
Hotel in Cancun or Riviera Maya.
Mex-Gua border taxes (USD 5 p.pax. approx.).
Visits indicated as optional.
Lunches or dinners not indicated in the itinerary.
Services not mentioned.
Guide in the transfer Palenque - El Ceibo - Petén.
Tips or gratuities to the operator and guide.

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