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CONNEX CARIBE / 16| Discovery Yucatan Hacienda & Tulum | 6 Days – 5 Nights

16| Discovery Yucatan Hacienda & Tulum | 6 Days – 5 Nights

On this tour you will have the opportunity to know and compare 2 eras at the same time: the pre-Hispanic era and the colonial era. The colonial era of Mexico is identified as the period when Mexico was part of the Viceroyalty of New Spain, a time when Indian cultures suffered from a complete social and religious restructuring, which lead to evangelization and where once were temples and pyramids, huge mansions and buildings were built based on the European architecture of that time. Ancient pyramids, mansions and churches are constructions…

On this tour you will have the opportunity to know and compare 2 eras at the same time: the pre-Hispanic era and the colonial era. The colonial era of Mexico is identified as the period when Mexico was part of the Viceroyalty of New Spain, a time when Indian cultures suffered from a complete social and religious restructuring, which lead to evangelization and where once were temples and pyramids, huge mansions and buildings were built based on the European architecture of that time. Ancient pyramids, mansions and churches are constructions that today are important part of Mexico’s  national identity, since they keep the history of pre-Hispanic cultures and Spanish families of New Spain on their walls, and allow us to live for a few hours in the past.

Monuments / Attractions Envisaged

 Chichen Itza: Temple of Kukulkan, Great Ball Court, Skull Platform, Sacred Cenote, Temple of the Warriors, Group of a Thousand Columns, El Mercado, The Osario, Las Monjas, El Caracol.

 Merida: Governor Palace, Montejo Palace, San Idelfonso Cathedral of Merida.

 Celestun Biosphere Reserve: Pink Flamingos sighting, boat ride into mangrove swamps and Sweet water springs.

 Uxmal: Pyramid of the Magician, The Governor’s Palace, The Nunnery Quadrangle.

 Kabah: The Palace of the Masks, Pyramid of Mascarones.

 Hacienda Sotuta de Peon: The Live Sisal Museum, Scraper Process, Rope Process, Sisal fields, Mayan House, Mayan Cenote.

  Valladolid: Sightseeing on the City.

 Tulum: Castle of Kukulcan.

Accommodation Overview

As part of the Discovery Yucatan Hacienda and Tulum tour you will be staying at a selection of four star hotels.

Equipped with modern day facilities, these hotels are known to offer the utmost care and comfort along with high standards of service.

Accommodation for your tour will be as described below, at the following properties:

 1 Night at La Quinta Inn & Suites Cancun 4* or Similar in Cancun on Bed and Breakfast basis.

 2 Nights at Mision Merida Panamericana 4* or Similar in Merida City on Bed and Breakfast basis.

 1 Night at Uxmal Resort Maya 4* or Similar in Uxmal on Bed and Breakfast basis.

 1 Night at Ecotel Quinta Regia 4* or Similar in Valladolid City on Bed and Breakfast basis.

La Quinta Inn & Suites Cancun 4* – Located in Cancun, 8 minutes drive from the beach, recently received an AAA 3 Diamond award and the TripAdvisor Excellence Award, located right on the financial area of the city, close to plaza Malecon and Plaza Las Americas shopping areas.  Spacious guest rooms and suites are well furnished with contemporary décor and amenities including Wi-Fi throughout the property and outdoor swimming pool.

Mision Merida Panamericana 4* Mision Merida Panamericana will surround you with its unique architecture of a traditional colonial house. Located near of the most important historical sites in the beautiful city of Merida, in the historic city centre, less than 10 minutes walk from the downtown; is surrounded by museums, theatres, restaurants and colonial buildings, its location will allow you to visit the most important tourist sites including the Main Plaza and The Cathedral. Its airy rooms with a mix of streamlined and Spanish Colonial–style decor provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and sitting areas, as well as desks.

Uxmal Resort Maya 4*  –  With a prime location just 3 minutes from Uxmal Archaeological Site, where you can admire the natural beauty and archaeological place in an atmosphere of comfort. Enjoy the various daily activities, or simply relax in the sunny landscape that surrounds the hotel, Uxmal Resort Maya provides maximum comfort, combines quality, culture, nature and relaxation, offering an outdoor swimming pool, children playground and free Wi-Fi connection throughout the property. It also features terraces and rooms with air conditioning, safety deposit boxes and a flat-screen cable TV’s; also at Uxmal Resort Maya, you will taste unique regional and typical Mexican cuisine.

Ecotel Quinta Regia 4*  Get in touch with Yucatan’s local nature in an eco-friendly 4-star hotel that guarantees you the most pleasant stay. Ecotel Quinta Regia is located near the Historic Centre of Valladolid, Yucatan. This hotel has been designed to offer a private, familiar and cozy ambiance. Located in an old and exuberant fruit hacienda of over 100 years old, offers spacious and quiet facilities, surrounded by charming gardens with regional vegetation and fruit, medicinal and decorative trees.

* Please note that should accommodation in the above listed hotels not be available at the time of your visit we will offer a similar standard.

Board Basis (Meal Plan) & Included Services

 Welcome greeting at the airport in Cancun.

 Transportation in air conditioned vehicles.

 English speaking guide during the days of the tour.

05 nights accommodation at the hotels mentioned above in DBL occupancy.

 Daily breakfast at all the above hotels.

 Visits mentioned in the itinerary, including entrance fees to the archaeological sites.

 Government taxes.

Exclusions

 Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non- alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport taxes, any insurance etc.

 Any meals other than the mentioned.

 Gratuities in hotel (maids and bell boys).

 Beach extension hotel.

Information

6 Days - 5 Nights
  • Departure/Starting City
    Cancun
  • Hotels during Tour
    La Quinta Inn & Suites Cancun 4* or Similar (Cancun) | Mision Merida Panamericana 4* or Similar (Merida) | Uxmal Resort Maya 4* or Similar (Uxmal) | Ecotel Quinta Regia 4* or Similar (Valladolid)
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Day 1: Arrival to Cancun

Welcome at Cancun International airport and transfer to hotel in downtown. Overnight in Cancun.
Overnight in Cancun | La Quinta Inn & Suites Cancun 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis
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Day 2. Cancun - Chichen Itza – Merida

Pick up at the hotel in Cancun and departure to Chichen Itza. We will transit over 2 hours to Chichen Itza the Mayan Post Classic Sacred City, which represents the most intact and impressive of the Ruins of the Mayan Civilization that the modern world preserves. Chichen Itza, as other Mayan centers was originally a ceremonial and spiritual site, instead of a commercial area. Has maybe the most impressive pyramid of all the Maya World. The Castle with 4 staircases (One for each season of the Year) with 91 steps each, totaling 365 with the top platform. The orientation of the pyramid is such that for about an hour around 4 o'clock during the spring and fall equinoxes (March 21 & September 21), the shadow of north-west edge of the pyramid on the side of the north stairway, draws seven triangles of light that imitates a serpent creeping downwards until it joins the huge serpent's head at the bottom of the stairway. This was a Religious message telling the people it is time to seed the land or it is time to harvest with the Blessing of Kukulkan. At Chichen Itza, you will see an Astrological Observatory with a design similar to others built in the Modern Age. There are many more buildings such as The Temple of the Warriors, part of the "Thousand Columns Complex", the Temple of the Jaguars, the Ball Court, the biggest in Mezzo America. Chichen Itza was voted One of New Seven Wonders of the World. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is justifiably one of Mexico’s most famous Mayan sites. After the visit we will do a stop at a cenote. These natural fresh water sink holes are an ideal stop for a refreshing dip. Lunch included. Continue to Merida the cultural capital of the Yucatan state, a city rich in the history of colonial Mexico.
Overnight in Merida | Mision Merida Panamericana 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis | Travelling Distance Approx. 327 km
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Day 3. Merida - Celestun Biosphere – Merida

This day we will travel west onto Celestun Biosphere famed as one of the largest breeding grounds of pink flamingos and home to a wealth of plant species, some endemic. Enjoy a boat ride through the estuaries of the Rio de Celestun, observing the flamingo colonies and countless other species of bird. Lunch will be included at a local restaurant. Transfer back to Merida.
Overnight in Merida | Mision Merida Panamericana 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis | Travelling Distance Approx. 182 km
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Day 4. Merida - Uxmal – Kabah - Merida

Today, we will travel south of Mérida to visit which means "Three times constructed". The architecture of Uxmal is among the most majestic in Yucatan. Its beauty is characterized by low and horizontal palaces placed around patios and quadrants richly decorated with detailed sculptures. Uxmal, enveloped by legends and myths is situated within a series of hills known as the Pucc or the mountainous area of the Yucatan. You will see many beautiful buildings including the House of the Magician which dominates the site, the Nunnery and the House of Turtles. Continue to Kabah, which is known as the second largest religious center in The Puuc Route Area, which flourished around the year 800 AD. It is connected with Uxmal by a sacbe which begins right in the arch, a kind of main door to the city. Kabah has Classic style architecture and its main attractions are the Palace of the Masks with over 300 representations, mainly dedicated to Chaac, God of the Rain and the “Piramide de los Mascarones” also including masks and stalls. Lunch included at local restaurant.
Overnight in Uxmal | Uxmal Resort Maya 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis | Travelling Distance Approx. 208 km  
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Day 5. Uxmal – Hacienda Sotuta de Peon – Valladolid

Today we will transit over 45 minutes to Hacienda Sotuta de Peon to enjoy “The Live Sisal Museum” tour including a visit to the main house, scraper process, rope process, truck ride to the Sisal fields, a visit to a Mayan house, swimming in a underground cenote, and ending with a lunch including regional dishes. After lunch we will depart onto the colonial city of Valladolid where we will overnight. In the afternoon you can explore this city.
Overnight in Valladolid |  Ecotel Quinta Regia 4* or Similar | Standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis | Travelling Distance Approx. 250 km
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Day 6. Valladolid – Tulum - Riviera Maya/Cancun

Today we will depart onto Tulum, a walled sacred city of the Mayan Post Classic Period. Tulum stands on a cliff facing the rising sun, with outstanding views of the Caribbean. With over 20 buildings, you will be able to observe the stalls on the monuments, with the graphic legacy of the stage of the Mayan Culture in that Period. Tulum was a major link in the Maya extensive trade network, both maritime and land routes converged here.
After the visit we will continue to your final destination: Riviera Maya or Cancun | Travelling Distance Approx. 162 km
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