From$1199USD
12 days,Cancun to Antigua
Trip Code: CMTM

Exploring the ruins of Chichén Itzá and Palenque, getting lost wandering colonial San Cristobal de las Casas and Antigua, bargaining at colourful local markets.

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Leave the resorts of Cancún behind and embark on an authentic adventure that will take you from spectacular Mayan ruins, over the cobblestone streets of colonial towns and deep into the jungle of Mexico. Explore the ancient ruins at Chichén Itzá and Palenque and meet the descendants of those who built them in the vibrant streets and colourful markets of picturesque Mayan towns. Get your camera out—you're going to need it!

What's Included

  • Orientation walk in Mérida, San Crístóbal De Las Casas and Antigua, guided tour of Chichén Itzá Ruins, guided tour of Palenque Ruins, visit to Misol Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls, boat tour of Lake Atitlán including typical meal, visit of Chichicastenango market.
  • 1 lunch (Allow USD280-390 for meals not included.)
  • Hotels (11 nts).
  • Public bus, van, taxi, boat.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10
Map of the route for Mayan Trail
Places Visited
  • Guatemala
  • Mexico
Day 1 Cancún

Arrive at any time.

Day 2-3 Chichén Itzá/Mérida

Guided tour of Chichén Itzá and orientation walk around Mérida. Option to visit ruins of Uxmal or visit three cenotes (underground pools) in the nearby town of Cuzamá.

Day 4-5 Palenque

Guided tour of Mayan ruins of Palenque. Option to explore the surrounding jungle on a guided hike.

Day 6-7 San Cristóbal de las Casas

En route, visit the Agua Azul and Misol-Ha waterfalls, then take an orientation walk in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Option to visit nearby indigenous Mayan villages to see unique day-to-day life or journey to beautiful Sumidero Canyon for a relaxing boat ride.

Day 8-9 Panajachel, Guatemala (L)

Boat tour around Lake Atitlán to local indigenous villages including a local lunch in a Mayan community. Included visit to Chichicastenango Sunday market, option to go paragliding.

Day 10-11 Antigua

Orientation walk around Antigua. Option to explore Antigua on a city tour, take salsa dancing classes or relax with a massage.

Day 12 Antigua

Depart at any time.

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