This trip takes you through the center of Mexico City, visiting the Cathedral, the National Palace, the Palace of Fine Arts and the Anthropology Museum, and then the nearby Teotihuacan pyramids and Guadalupe Shrine. In Merida you will take a guided tour of the white city of Merida, and then tour the Mayan archaeological wonders of Kabah, Uxmal and Chichen Itza.
Day 1: Arrive in Mexico
Welcome and transfer from the Mexico City International airport to the hotel of your preference.
Day 2: Mexico city
In the morning enjoy a guided city visit including the most important buildings in the historical centre located around the Zocalo, the Cathedral, the National Palace to admire the famous murals of Diego Rivera, continue to the modern part of the City, ending at the Anthropology Museum (closed on Mondays), one of the world’s 10 best museums. B
Day 3: Virgen De Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour
Morning guided excursion to the famous Teotihuacan Pyramids, an approximately five hour trip, starting with a visit to the Virgin of Guadalupe shrine, place of pilgrimage for millions of Mexicans and people from around the world. Continue north of the city to the Teotihuacan Pyramids to visit the Sun and the Moon Pyramids, the Quetzalcoatl Temple and the fortresses. Free time for those who like to climb to the top of the Pyramids. Return to your hotel. B
Day 4: Mexico City
Day free for private activities. Optional: Full day guided excursion to Cuernavaca, the ´City of the eternal spring´ and Taxco, the ´Silver City´. B
Day 5: Mexico City - Merida
Morning transfer to the airport to take a flight to Merida. On arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, you will take a three hours guided tour through the White City of Merida, with Spanish and European architecture. The visit includes the Zocalo, the Cathedral and the Paseo Montejo. B
Day 6: Merida
Excursion to the archaeological site of Uxmal, its architecture is considered one of the masterpieces of the old civilization. Then, visit the small but very interesting archaeological site of Kabah. Return to Merida. B, L
Day 7: Merida - Cancun
Today a fascinating excursion to Chichen Itza, one of the largest and best-maintained sites in Mexico. The visit includes the most prominent buildings, like the Castillo, the Ball Court the Observatory, the Temple of the Warriors and the Nunnery. Departure to Cancun for a four hours bus ride until the arrival to your hotel (accommodation not included). B, L
Key: B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
