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MEXICO TOURS - Treasures of the Yucatan (8 days) |
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Mexico tour of Treasures of the Yucatan includes tour of Cancun,Tulum,Coba,Chichen Itza,Ek Balam,Izamal,Uxmal,Kabah,Merida,Valladolid. |
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Arrival in Cancun, Mexico. (Sun.) - A short transfer brings you to your oceanfront resort in this Caribbean paradise. This evening enjoy a WELCOME RECEPTION and meet your traveling companions. (R) |
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Cancun-Tulum-Coba-Chichen Itza. (Mon.) - First we'll visit the beachfront ruins |
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of TULUM. This stunning 12th-century site, once inhabited by the Mayas and Toltecs, is set atop coastal cliffs overlooking the Caribbean. From here it is a short drive to COBA, an important Mayan city during the 8th and 9th centuries with an estimated population of 50,000, however, abandoned for unknown reasons. The present-day village straddles lago Coba and is surrounded by dense jungle. in the late afternoon, arrive at Chichen itza, where the renowned Mayaland Hotel is your home for the next two nights. (B,L,D) |
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Chichen Itza. Excursion to Ek Balam. (Tue.) - This morning explore this most important and strategic ancient city. CHICHEN ITZA was built by the Maya between 600 and 900 a.D.; abandoned by the end of the 10th century and re-established in the 11th and 12th centuries, possibly by the Toltecs. The site sits amid three miles of cleared forest scrub. Visit the BALL COURT, site of many human sacrifices; EL CASTILLO, a formidable building dedicated |
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to the high priest; and the CENOTE SAGRADO, the sacred well once filled with priceless treasures offered to the gods. later this afternoon, we visit the enormous, elaborate, acropolis pyramid located inside the Mayan site of EK BALAM. Meaning "Black Jaguar," Ek Balam was at the height of its importance as a Mayan city during the late Classic period (600-900 A.D). When the Maya abandoned the site, it went under cover as the dense low-lying jungle of the Yucatan engulfed it. Found by archaeologists and adventurers, its restoration has been ongoing since 1997. (B,L,D) |
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Chichen Itza-Izamal-Uxmal. (Wed.) - Today we drive to Izamal-a charming town that was once a classic Mayan religious site, and later a center of the Spanish attempt to Christianize the Maya. Tour the Convent built between 1549 and 1562, and visit the local market before enjoying lunch at an area restaurant. This afternoon arrive in UXMAL. Built during the Classic period, Uxmal is the most famous of the ruins in the Puuc region. its architecture is considered one of the masterpieces of the old civilization. This evening, enjoy an exciting
sound and light show. (B,L,D)
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Uxmal-Kabah-Merida. (Thu.) - This morning visit KABAH, a small but interesting archaeological site famous for its PALACE OF MASKS. Then journey on to Merida, the capital of the Yucatan state and its colonial heart. This evening, why not take a stroll around this friendly town and explore some of the interesting shops and restaurants. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for the best way to spend your evening. (B,L) |
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Merida. (Fri.) - Conquered in 1542 by Francisco de Montejo, Merida remained under Spanish control for the next 300 years. This morning's city tour showcases a variety of european architectural styles by visiting the CATHEDRAL, the zocalo (main square), and the elegant boulevard Paseo Montejo. later, visit the MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY AND HISTORY, with its excellent displays of Mayan artifacts from various sites in the Yucatan. enjoy some leisure time this afternoon to relax in your centrally located hotel, shop for local wares, or maybe visit some of the nearby museums such as the Museum of Popular art, showcasing Mayan art, handicrafts, and clothing. (B,L) |
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Merida-Valladolid-Cancun. (Sat.) - Visit the small but charming town of Valladolid, before heading back to Cancun. This evening your Tour Director hosts a festive FAREWELL DINNER. (B,D) |
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(Sun.) - The tour ends this morning with guests departing on individual schedules. z |
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