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Tour the Mayan Ruins of the Yucatan and Jungle of the Riviera Maya

Upon arriving at Cancun International Airport, a driver will pick you up and take you to Laguna Suites Golf + Spa hotel to relax before the next days of touring begin. In this vacation package, you’ll tour the Mayan ruins of Tulum, Coba, Uxmal, Kabah, and Chichen Itza, and the city of Merida with its cathedrals, monuments and a working hacienda. At the end of the tour, you’ll be driven to the Riviera Maya’s endless luxury, all inclusive Hacienda Tres Rios Resort, Spa & Nature Park to enjoy a week on your own. On the last day, a driver will take you from the hotel to the airport.

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• Day 1. Arrival at Cancun International Airport

  Upon arrival at Cancun International Airport, you will be picked up by an official multilingual guide who will escort you to the hotel. Once here, relax and enjoy the evening, refreshing yourself after the flight. Stay overnight at Laguna Suites Golf + Spa hotel.

• Day 2. Tulum - Coba

  An official multilingual guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and escort you on the tour. You will drive directly to Tulum, the only Mayan city located on the coast of the Caribbean Sea. Afterwards, explore the archaeological site of Coba, admiring structures such as The Castle, with its mural paintings of mythological scenes.

  Then drive to Merida, nicknamed the White City for its colonial influence, and stay overnight at the Holiday Inn.

• Day 3. Hacienda Sotuta de Peon

  After breakfast, drive to Merida and tour Hacienda Sotuta de Peon, a working hacienda where sisal (agave plant fiber) is still produced with machinery and techniques dating back to the late 19th century. Receive a welcome drink and learn about the process of obtaining this strong fiber. Then visit a replica of an authentic, ancient Mayan house and a cenote to swim in its refreshing pools of water. Afterwards, see the Sotuta State House and experience the extravagant lifestyle that the hacendado (estate owner) once lived.

  Then return to Merida to stay overnight at the Holiday Inn.

• Day 4. Uxmal Light & Sound Show

  After breakfast, enjoy a two-hour tour through the enchanting city of Merida, once the Mayan city of T’ho. Founded in 1542 by Spaniard Francisco de Manteo, conquerors renamed it to honor the city of Merida in Spain. Visit the Cathedral of San Ildefonso, built on the huge stones of old Mayan pyramids. Nicknamed the White City for its colonial appearance, Merida is one the most tranquil cities in Mexico. Its Mayan roots, superb colonial monuments, and its turn of 19th century architecture have made Merida a captivating blend of cultural influences.

  After the Merida city tour, enjoy lunch at the hotel.

  Then drive to Uxmal for its mesmerizing light & sound show. Considered one of the best in the world, this show is a visual spectacle of colorful lights and engaging effects that unveil Mayan history at one of the most significant archaeological sites.

  Afterwards, stay overnight at the Hacienda Uxmal Hotel.

• Day 5. Uxmal - Kabah

  After breakfast, visit the Mayan ruins of Uxmal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a perfect example of the Late Classic period’s Puuc Mayan architecture. See its famous decorated Mayan-style facades, including the Governor’s Palace, the Pyramid of the Magician, and the Nunnery Quadrangle. Then visit the newly uncovered Mayan archaeological site of Kabah to see the famous Palace of the Masks, and other Mayan pyramids and temples.

  After lunch, enjoy a two-hour tour through the enchanting city of Merida, once the Mayan city of T’ho. Founded in 1542 by Spaniard Francisco de Manteo, conquerors renamed it to honor the city of Merida in Spain. Visit the Cathedral of San Ildefonso, built on the huge stones of old Mayan pyramids.

  Nicknamed the White City for its colonial appearance, Merida is one the most tranquil cities in Mexico. Its Mayan roots, superb colonial monuments, and its turn of 19th century architecture have made Merida a captivating blend of cultural influences.

  Then stay overnight at the Holiday Inn in Merida.

• Day 6. Chichen-Itza, Yucatan

  After breakfast, visit the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. Chichen Itza (which means “at the mouth of the well of Itza") was at its height between 800 AD and 1200 AD as the center of political, religious, and military power for the Mayan civilization and southeast Mesoamerica. Observe the gradual merging of structural styles from Puuc to Toltec, as the change of power occurred between opposing factions of the Mayan empire.

  Chichen Itza was recently designated one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. This archaeological site is recognized for its spectacular architecture, such as the Kukulkan Pyramid (also called El Castillo). Discover and learn about the many remarkable structures of this mystical ancient city: The Observatory, Temple of the Warriors, Hall of a Thousand Columns, and the Great Ball Court, to name a few.

  Afterwards, enjoy a free afternoon and stay overnight at the Hacienda Chichen Resort next to Chichen Itza.

• Day 7. Hacienda Tres Rios

  After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning at the Hacienda Chichen Resort to explore the hotel and grounds.

  In the afternoon, drive to Hacienda Tres Rios in the Riviera Maya, where you’ll stay at this all inclusive, endless luxury resort for a full week with time to explore Tres Rios Nature Park.

• Day 15. Departure

  You’ll be picked up at Hacienda Tres Rios and driven to Cancun International Airport for your return flight home.

  We hope you enjoyed your vacation so much that you’ll return again soon.