South-Eastern Mexico - Without Beach

South-Eastern Mexico - Without Beach

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$2642

South-Eastern Mexico - Without Beach

11 Days Starting in Ciudad De México and ending in Cancún

Visiting: Ciudad De México, Cathédrale Métropolitaine, Musée National D'anthropologie, Puebla, San Juan Teotihuacán, Monte Alban, Monte Albán, Santa Maria El Tule, Mitla, Tehuantepec, Sumidero Canyon, San Cristóbal De Las Casas, Museo La Venta Inah, Palenque, Campeche, Mérida, Cancun, Chichén Itzá

Tour operator:

Today Voyages

Tour code:

15343

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 15

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2642

NB: Prices correct on 08-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

All the seductive aspects of Mexico come together on this unique tour. Discover historic cities and archaeological sites that tell the epic story of the friendly mestizo population. During the tour you will travel through iconic landscapes, dotted with picturesque villages, where indigenous traditions are still preserved. At the end of the circuit, travelers have the opportunity to stay on the Mexican Caribbean coast, one of the most beautiful in the world.

Highlights

  • Visit Mexico City to explore the largest collection of pre-Columbian treasures.

  • Admire the pyramids of the Sun and the Moon at the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, known as the "City of the Gods."

  • Explore the main archaeological sites of Mexico, including Monte Alban, Palenque, Uxmal, and Chichen Itza.

  • Discover the rich cultural heritage of Oaxaca, with its colonial-era structures and native Zapotec and Mixtec cultures.

  • Experience a motorboat ride through the Sumidero Canyon, observing monkeys and crocodiles.

  • Visit the fortified city of Campeche, founded in 1540, with its 17th-century fortifications.

  • Explore the ceremonial center of Chichen Itza, featuring the famous Kukulcan pyramid.

  • Assistance during the trip from our on-site team all tourism professionals.

  • ,The services of a local English speaking guide throughout the tour in Mexico (except the free day in Playa del Carmen).

  • ,Visit Mexico City where the largest collection of pre-Columbian treasures is located.

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Day 1 : Wednesday / Mexico City In

Location: Ciudad De México

Accommodation Name: Hotel Estoril

Welcome to Mexico!

Arrival at Mexico International Airport

Mexico City is considered one of the largest cities in the world, on a par with Seoul and Tokyo. The city was originally built on an island in the Texcoco Lake by the Aztecs in 1325 under the name of Tenochtitlan, which was nearly destroyed in the 1521 Siege of Tenochtitlan, and later redesigned and rebuilt according to Spanish planning standards.

Transfer to hotel.

Check-in at the ESTORIL*** or SIMILAR hotel (standard room)

Dinner not included and overnight stay in hotel.

**NB: Please note that flights must arrive at Terminal 1 of Benito Juárez International Airport in Mexico City between 6.50pm and 7.15pm; in case of arrival on a different flight, an additional transfer will be charged.

Day 2 : Thuesday / Mexico City

Location: Cathédrale Métropolitaine, Musée National D'anthropologie, Ciudad De México

Accommodation Name: Hotel Estoril

Breakfast at the hotel

Visit the National Museum of Anthropology (closed on Mondays).

Considered one of the most beautiful museums in the world, a large modern building dating back to 1963 with a central courtyard half covered by a sculpted umbrella-shaped dome, it is the work of the Mexican architect Pedro Ramirez Vasquez.

Lunch not included

Visit the city's Zocalo

The Zócalo is the main square in the heart of the historic center of Mexico City and is one of the largest city squares in the world.

You'll discover the Metropolitan Cathedral, built in sections from 1573 to 1813 around the original church that was built soon after the Spanish conquest of Tenochtitlán. Also admire El Palacio Nacional: it was the seat of the federal executive in Mexico. It preserves Diego Rivera's murals that adorn the main staircase and second-floor walls

Dinner not included and overnight stay in hotel.

Day 3 : Friday / Mexico City / Teotihuacan (50Km – 1H) / Puebla (149Km – 2H30)

Location: Ciudad De México, Puebla, San Juan Teotihuacán

Accommodation Name: Colonial Puebla

Breakfast at the hotel

Departure for the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, with more than 20 million pilgrims every year, it is the most visited Catholic monument after the Vatican City.

Discovery of Juan Diego's coat, which was printed on the image of the Virgin Mary after her appearance. After first coming to Mexico in January 1999, Pope John Paul II returned in July 2002 to canonize the indigenous Juan Diego who converted to Christianity and implored her maternal assistance and invoked as Mother of the Americas.

Towards Teotihuacan

Lunch not included

Visit the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, which was the most populated and dynamic city in the central valley. The temple of Quetzalcoatl, as well as the two imposing pyramids of the Sun and the Moon are immutable witnesses of its glorious past. At the top of the pyramids you can have a super view that encompasses the entire plain.

Visit an obsidian workshop and taste "pulque", a pre-Hispanic Mexican drink.

Departure for Puebla

Dinner not included and overnight at COLONIAL PUEBLA *** or SIMILAR hotel

Day 4 : Saturday / Puebla / Oaxaca (330Km – 4H30)

Location: Monte Alban, Monte Albán, Puebla

Accommodation Name: HÔtel Mision San Felipe

American breakfast in the hotel

Departure for Oaxaca

Lunch not included

Departure for Monte Alban. Founded about 500 years before the birth of Christ, the city grew and dominated the valleys of Oaxaca until 750 AD. For over a millennium it was the capital of the "people of the clouds", the Zapotecs. Monte Albán was the epicenter of their culture and a place of divine worship. It is the largest archaeological site in Oaxaca.

To the culturally rich city of Oaxaca, with its large number of colonial-era structures, as well as native Zapotec and Mixtec cultures and archaeological sites.

Check-in at MISION SAN FELIPE*** or SIMILAR hotel (standard room)

Dinner included and overnight at hotel

Day 5 : Sunday / Oaxaca / Mitla (47Km – 50M) / Tehuantepec (200Km – 4H)

Location: Santa Maria El Tule, Monte Alban, Mitla, Tehuantepec

Accommodation Name: Calli

American breakfast in the hotel

Visit the Tule Tree. Located in the church park in the center of the city of Santa María del Tule in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, about 9 km east of Oaxaca city on the road to Mitla.

Then, departure for Mitla. (Monday and Tuesday closed)

Mitla is one of the most important archaeological sites in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico. The Mitla Archaeological Zone, located about 30 miles east of Oaxaca City, is located within the modern Zapotec city of San Pablo Villa de Mitla.

Lunch not included

Departure for Tehuantepec.

Check-in at CALLI*** or SIMILAR hotel.

Dinner not included

Day 6 : Monday / Tehuantepec / Sumidero Canyon (350Km – 5H30) / San Cristobal De Las Casas (60Km – 1H30)

Location: Sumidero Canyon, San Cristóbal De Las Casas, Tehuantepec

Accommodation Name: Hotel Catedral

American breakfast in the hotel

Departure for Chiapa de Corzo.

Transfer to the "Sumidero Canyon" for the motorboat ride SIB SERVICE in the Sumidero canyon. It crosses the Grijalva River and has a height of 1000 m in its deepest parts.

Unfortunately defeated after the Spanish conquest, there are stories of how the Indians of the region preferred to throw themselves from the top of the canyon into the river rather than submit to the conquerors. This tour will offer you the chance to observe monkeys and crocodiles.

Lunch not included

Towards San Cristóbal de las Casas

Arrival and visit to the colonial city of San Cristobal

Check In at CATEDRAL*** or similar hotel (standard room)

Dinner not included and overnight at hotel

Day 7 : Tuesday / San Cristóbal De Las Casas / Villahermosa (305 Km – 5H) / Palenque (145Km – 2H30)

Location: San Cristóbal De Las Casas, Museo La Venta Inah, Palenque

Accommodation Name: Tulija

Early departure for Villahermosa

Box breakfast

Arrival and visit to the La Venta museum.

Lunch not included

Towards Palenque

Arrival and Check-in at the TULIJA**** or SIMILAR hotel (standard room)

Dinner not included and overnight at hotel

Day 8 : Wednesday / Palenque / Campeche (380Km – 5H30)

Location: Campeche, Palenque

Accommodation Name: Mision America Campeche

American breakfast in the hotel

Visit the archaeological site of Palenque.

Deep in tropical rainforest, and extremely elaborate architectural richness, this place is probably one of the most exceptional archaeological sites in Mexico.

Lunch not included

Departure for Campeche

Arrival and visit the fortified city, founded in 1540. The fort was built in the 17th century.

Dinner not included and overnight at MISION AMERICA CAMPECHE*** or SIMILAR hotel

Day 9 : Thursday / Campeche / Merida (70Km – 4H)

Location: Campeche, Mérida

Accommodation Name: Hotel Residencial

American breakfast in the hotel

Departure for Merida

Lunch not included

Check In at RESIDENCIAL*** or similar hotel (standard room)

Dinner not included and overnight at hotel

Day 10 : Friday / Merida / Chichen Itza (130Km – 2H) / Cancun (180Km – 2H30)

Location: Cancun, Mérida, Chichén Itzá

Accommodation Name: Fairfield

American breakfast in the hotel

Departure for Chichén Itza, the largest pre-Hispanic complex in Yucatan.

This ceremonial center was built in the classical period by the Maya, but was invaded in the post-classical period by Toltec warriors, who came from the central plateau.

The famous Kukulcan pyramid has inside an enlarged stone throne with a jaguar shape and jade eyes.

Lunch not included

Towards Cancun

Check In at FAIRFIELD*** or SIMILAR hotel – (standard room)

Dinner not included and overnight at hotel

Day 11 : Saturday / Cancun (60Km – 1H) Out

Location: Cancun

Breakfast at the hotel

Meeting with the guide and transport to the hotel lobby, according to the international flight schedule

Today you will be transferred to Cancun International Airport for your international flight

Late check-out not included

Lunch not included

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What's Included

  • Double room accommodation

    Double room accommodation in standard rooms in the hotels mentioned, subject to availability at the time of booking.

  • Visits mentioned in the program

    All visits mentioned in the program are included.

  • Meals mentioned in the program

  • Tips for bellboys and maids

    Tips for bellboys and maids in hotels are included.

  • Tips for luggage at airports

  • Transport with local English speaking guide

    Transport by car (2 pax), Van (3-5 pax), or Sprinter (6-15 pax) with a local English speaking guide is included.

  • Double room accommodation in standard rooms in the hotels mentioned subject to availability at the time of booking

  • Visits mentioned in this program

  • Tips for bellboys and maids in hotels

  • Transport by car (2 pax) Van (3-5) Sprinter (6-15 pax) tourism pax with local English speaking guide

What's Not Included

  • International flights

  • All lunches and dinners not included

    All lunches and dinners mentioned as not included are excluded.

  • Drinks and personal expenses

    Drinks and personal expenses are not included.

  • Hotel and services on the beach

    Hotel and services on the beach are not included.

  • Transportation and guide for free days in Cancun

  • Tips for guides and drivers

  • All services not mentioned in the program

    All services not mentioned in the program or supplement are excluded.

  • VISITAX and Quintana Roo State Sanitation Tax

  • All lunches and dinners mentioned as not included

  • Drinks and personal expenses.

  • Hotel and services on the beach.

  • All services not mentioned in the program or supplement.

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with transport options including cars for 2 passengers, vans for 3-5, and sprinters for 6-15, accompanied by a local English-speaking guide, ensuring a smooth journey across Mexico.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays in standard rooms at various hotels such as Hotel Estoril, Colonial Puebla, and Mision San Felipe, ensuring a restful experience throughout your journey in Mexico.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of assistance is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides assistance from an on-site team of tourism professionals and the services of a local English-speaking guide throughout the tour in Mexico, except on the free day in Playa del Carmen.

  • What type of transportation is used during the tour?

    Transportation is provided by car for 2 people, van for 3-5 people, or a Sprinter for 6-15 people, all with a local English-speaking guide.

  • Are tips included in the tour package?

    Tips for bellboys and maids in hotels, as well as for luggage at airports, are included. However, tips for guides and drivers are not included.

  • What is the policy for international flights in the tour package?

    International flights are not included in the tour package.

  • What happens on the last day of the tour?

    On the last day, you will have breakfast at the hotel, meet with the guide, and be transported to Cancun International Airport for your international flight. Late check-out and lunch are not included.

  • How does Today Voyages work?

    We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.

  • Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?

    Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.

  • What is an additional excursion or tour optional?

    Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!

  • What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?

    If you purchase one of our Group vacation packages, you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and will be traveling with other like-minded travelers you may not know. The group size depends on the tour you select. If you purchase one of our Private vacation packages, you will be traveling only within your group of friends. You may or may not be escorted by a professional tour guide; this depends on the type of private tour you are interested in.

  • When and how will I receive the travel documents (vouchers)?

    If you book one of our Group or Private tours, you will receive your travel documents via email approximately 20 days prior to travel date. If you reserve one of our Vacation Rentals, you will hear back from the property manager via email a few days prior to checking-in. We recommend checking your emails on a regular basis as this is our most reliable method of communication. If you have questions or need additional support, you can always chat with us or email us directly.

  • What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?

    It is very simple... you will be offered an alternative departure date or be refunded the full amount you pre-paid. No questions asked!

  • What happens after I book?

    The majority of our tours are confirmed at the time of booking. This means that, after submitting the payment online, you will receive an order confirmation email; make sure to save this email and to note down your confirmation number for any future communication with us. Some tours may be sold on a 'on request' basis. This means that for these tours we reserve the right to check the availability of your spot(s) with the Tour Operator before confirming the tour to you. As soon as you submit the payment online for a 'on request' tour you will receive an email notification that confirms your order request. Within 72 hours, you will receive either a confirmation email or a denial email. Do not worry... we will do everything we can to confirm your tour!

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  • Low Deposit

    Today Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of today voyages charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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