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Mayan Discovery


  • Aztecs and Mayas

Mayan Discovery

 Mexico

15 days from $3370 pp return flights

This incredible Mayan journey will amaze you with the incredible wilderness, wildlife, and Mayan culture.

At a Glance

  • Playa del Carmen
  • Mérida
  • Palenque
  • Flores
  • San Ignacio
  • Caye Caulker
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Incredible Mayan ruins peeking out from the verdant jungle, street vendors hawking their wares on colonial streets, pristine white-sand beaches sparkling under the Caribbean sun — now this is the real Yucatán. On this unique 15-day journey, you’ll tour the ruins at Chichén Itzá and Palenque, and head deep into the jungle of Guatemala to experience the ruins of Tikal. You’re free to choose your adventure! So escape the resort packages and witness all the incredible wilderness, wildlife, and Mayan culture — past and present — that you can imagine.

The short itinerary

Day 1 : DEPART NEW YORK / PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Day 2 : PLAYA DEL CARMEN/MERIDA
Day 3 : MERIDA
Day 4 : MERIDA/PALENQUE
Day 5 : PALENQUE
Day 6 : PALENQUE
Day 7 : PALENQUE/FLORES
Day 8 : FLORES
Day 9 : FLORES/SAN IGNACIO
Day 10 : SAN IGNACIO
Day 11 : SAN IGNACIO/CAYE CAULKER
Day 12 : CAYE CAULKER
Day 13 : CAYE CAULKER/PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Day 14 : PLAYA DEL CARMEN
Day 15 : PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Tour Ends

Day 1 : DEPART NEW YORK / PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities before an evening welcome meeting.

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Day 2 : PLAYA DEL CARMEN/MERIDA

Travel to Mérida, stopping en route for a guided tour of Chichén Itzá. Enjoy an orientation walk of Mérida.

Stop for a guided tour of the popular Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá. Explore this famous site, known for its huge stepped pyramids and elaborate stone carvings.

Continue on to Mérida, the capital of the Yucatán State. Follow your CEO on an orientation walk to get the lay of the land.

Day 3 : MERIDA

Opt to visit the ruins of Uxmal or swim in cenotes (underground pools) in the Yucatán.

Opt to visit ruins of Uxmal, ride the PUUC Route, go bird-watching in Celestún, hit the beach in Progreso, visit cenotes in the nearby town of Cuzamá, or walk around town and soak in all of the history this city has to offer.

Day 4 : MERIDA/PALENQUE

Sit back and relax on a travel to Palenque in the lush jungle of Chiapas.

Day 5 : PALENQUE

Enjoy a guided tour of the Mayan ruins of Palenque.

Take a guided tour of the ruins of Palenque. Later, choose from one of the many optional activities in the area.

Day 6 : PALENQUE

Enjoy a free day to explore Palenque and surroundings. Opt to visit the Mayan ruins of Yaxchilán and Bonampak.

Day 7 : PALENQUE/FLORES

Journey through the jungle by private vehicle, crossing into Guatemala and continuing on to Flores. Explore Lake Petén Itzá and the island of Flores.

Day 8 : FLORES

Learn about Mayan culture and history on a guided tour of Tikal archaeological site. Relax on Lake Petén Itzá and go for a swim.

Day 9 : FLORES/SAN IGNACIO

Cross the border into Belize and travel to San Ignacio. Enjoy an included pottery demonstration and local lunch at a G Adventures-supported women's pottery cooperative.

Continue on to Belize, a country with a decidedly Caribbean flavour. The relaxed atmosphere of San Ignacio allows for options including horseback riding, canoeing, caving, or exploring the Mountain Pine Ridge area.

Day 10 : SAN IGNACIO

Enjoy free time to visit the sacred Mayan cave, Actun Tunichil Muknal, explore the Mountain Pine Ridge area or see the lesser-known Mayan ruins of Xunantunich or Caracol.

Optional acitivities abound around San Ignacio. Choose to see the Mountain Pine Ridge area or take a day trip to the astounding Actun Tunichil Muknal cave. Explore the cave’s water systems using a helmet and headlamp. An experienced local guide will provide insight into the fascinating practices of the ancient Maya.

Alternatively, opt for a trip to the impressive Maya ceremonial centre of Xunantunich. Getting there includes crossing a narrow river by a hand-cranked ferry.

Day 11 : SAN IGNACIO/CAYE CAULKER

Travel to Caye Caulker and enjoy this tropical paradise. Rent a bike and organize activities for the next day.

Caye Caulker is a relaxed and easy going island with friendly and welcoming local residents. Snorkel boats leave daily for full- or half-day outings to the reef, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, and for manatee spotting tours.

Try your hand fishing and be rewarded with a fresh catch, then barbecue it on the beach.

Day 12 : CAYE CAULKER

Spend the day exploring Caye Caulker and the marine life in the area.

Opt to snorkel with stingrays, nurse sharks, and green turtles at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, rent a bike, or just chill out, Belizean style.

Day 13 : CAYE CAULKER/PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Full travel day to reach Playa del Carmen, the last stop of the adventure.

Head to Playa del Carmen, located on the beach just a 45-minute drive south of Cancún. Enjoy some nightlife, buy last minute souvenirs and relax and swim in the Caribbean.

Just off the coast is the island of Cozumel. Take the ferry from Playa del Carmen (30-75 mins depending on the boat) across the turquoise waters and explore the towns and the reefs of the island. For a final dose of ruins, Tulúm is just a 45-minute drive south of Playa.

Day 14 : PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Enjoy a free day in Playa del Carmen. Explore the Mayan ruins of Tulúm on your own or book an optional tour. Opt to visit a cenote or reserve a canal float in Sian Ka'an, one of Mexico’s most important protected areas. Later, enjoy dinner at a  community restaurant with a youth-focused art program.

Day 15 : PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Depart at any time.

What's included

  • Return flight from NEW YORK
  • 14 nights tour accommodation
  • 1 lunch and 1 dinner 
  • Selected tours and sightseeing  
  • Transport throughout the tour
  • Services of local guides

What's not included

  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Optional tours
  • Visa fees
  • Gratuities for drivers and guides
  • Border taxes
  • Gratuities for porters and chambermaids.
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If you wish to travel on any other date than dates above or have any other queries please call our office at 1-888-214-4856 or email to sales@lumle.com

A private departures on any day all around the year can be arranged for this trek/tour, for more details and dates E-mail sales@lumle.com

AVAILABILITY OPTIONS

OPENED: This date is available and open for bookings.
LIMITED: There are very limited number of available places on this departure. Immediate booking.
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CLOSED: This date is currently unavailable. Please contact us, if you are interested in travelling on this date.

Your Program Duration = 15 Days
All the Prices are in USD ($) Per Person.

Your Hotels

Playa del Carmen: Hotel Casa de las Flores (or similar) 
Mérida: Hotel Santa Lucia by Kavia (or similar)
Palenque: Hotel Maya Tulipanes (or similar)
Flores: Hotel Casa Turquesa (or similar)
San Ignacio: Venus Hotel (AC Rooms) (or similar)
Caye Caulker: Enjoy Hotel (or similar)

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