HIGHLIGHTS:

- Guided tour of Chichen Itza Ruins - Guided tour of Palenque Ruins - Guided tour of Tikal Ruins and National Park - Village tours of San Cristobal de Las Casas area- Tour of villages at Lake Atitlan (boat) - City tour of Antigua- Visit to Misol-Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls - Visit the Chichicastenango Market- Arrival transfer and daily continental breakfast

Itinerary:

Day 1 Arrive Cancun Arrive in Cancun at any time.
Day 2-3 Chichen Itza / Merida (2B) Start the day with a tour of the beautifully restored stepped pyramids of Chichen Itza. By early evening, arrive at the charming colonial city of Merida for a two-night stay.
Day 4 Palenque (B) Take a cozy minivan ride to the town of Palenque. The nearby Palenque archaeological site is one of the most significant ruins in the whole Mundo Maya, and the jungle setting is as impressive as the ruins themselves.
Day 5-7 San Cristobal de las Casas (3B) Travel deep into the Chiapas highlands, passing the spectacular and sacred Misol-Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls. The Spanish Colonial architecture of San Cristobal de Las Casas is a highlight of our stay. Explore the nearby indigenous communities?some of the most traditional in Mexico?on a guided tour. There are too many great options in the area to see them all; some of the most popular include a boat trip up the Sumidero Canyon, horseback riding, biking, and shopping in the local markets.
Day 8-9 Guatemalan Highlands / Panajachel (2B) A day of travel ends with a quiet evening on the shores of Guatemala?s Lake Atitlan. Volcanoes and small indigenous villages surround this pristine lake, truly one of the most beautiful spots in Central America. Two nights in the town of Panajachel provide an excellent base to explore this fascinating region. Here is our chance to admire some of the villages of Lake Atitlan on an included boat tour.
Day 10-11 Antigua (2B) Visit the fascinating Sunday market at Chichicastenango. Our final stop in the Guatemalan highlands is the colonial town of Antigua, where we have a free day to explore. Climb a nearby volcano, mountain bike or just relax in a pleasant streetside cafe.
Day 12-13 Flores / Tikal (2B) Travel north to visit the charming town of Flores, where you may choose to explore, shop or take a swim in Lake Peten Itza. A highlight of the stay is a visit to the famous ruins of Tikal.
Day 14-15 Playa del Carmen (2B) Travel back to Mexico on the sun-drenched shores of the Caribbean. Take a ferry to the nearby diving mecca of Cozumel or a short trip down the coast to the Mayan beachside ruins of Tulum.
Day 16 Depart Playa del Carmen

Accommodation: Comfortable hotels (15 nts).
Group Size: Max 15, Avg 10
Local Payment: USD250
Meals Included: Continental breakfast daily.
Transport: Private van, flight, boat and first-class buses.
Trip Reference: CEM