Collective tour with local guides, bilingual (Italian, Spanish, French, English),
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Guatemala City
Welcome upon arrival and transfer to the hotel, available evening,
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Giorno 2 — Guatemala City → Antigua Guatemala
American breakfast, departure to Antigua Guatemala, hotel accommodation, day dedicated to visiting the city, Antigua is one of the most fascinating colonial cities in America. Churches, monasteries, and noble houses give an idea of the importance it had during the time of the Spanish Empire. The surrounding landscape is also extraordinary, with the volcanoes Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango nearby. During the visit, you will see the most significant places and buildings, such as the Plaza de Armas, the Las Capucinas convent, and the La Merced church., available evening,
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Giorno 3 — Antigua Guatemala → Atitlan
American breakfast, departure to Atitlan, hotel accommodation, In the afternoon, boat ride around the lake with a visit to one of the villages., Surrounded by volcanoes and steep hills, the lake is among the most picturesque in the world. The Mayan culture is still deeply rooted in its villages, which maintain ancient traditions. In San Antonio Palopó, Santiago Atitlán, and Sololá, just to name the three most famous towns, men still wear the "traje," the traditional embroidered costume in a thousand colors. Mayan dialects are also widely spoken., I return to the hotel and the evening is free.,
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Giorno 4 — Atitlan → Guatemala City
American breakfast, departure for, Less than 50 km separate Atitlan from Chichicastenango, but once you leave the Carretera Interamericana at the Los Encuentros junction, the road descends into a deep valley and then climbs steeply with narrow turns, and the entire journey takes more than an hour., walking tour of the city, lunch at a restaurant, continue to Guatemala City, hotel accommodation, available evening,
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Giorno 5 — Guatemala City → Flores
American breakfast, departure for, I return to the hotel and the evening is free.,
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Giorno 6 — Flores → Palenque
At 6:30 departure for Bethel, (with only a Spanish-speaking driver) on the border between Guatemala and Mexico, about three and a half hours journey through the beautiful Petèn forest. Boarding on a motorboat for half an hour of navigation on the Usumacinta River, until Corozal, a border post between Guatemala and Mexico, for customs control. We continue by motorboat for an hour to the solitary archaeological site of Yaxchilan, in a picturesque location between the river and steep hills, among large trees. The silence is broken only by the screams of howler monkeys and birds. Vegetation still covers a good part of the ruins. The visit to Yaxchilan lasts about two hours. We return by boat to Corozal for lunch in a small and rustic restaurant on the banks of the Usumacinta River., departure to Palenque, hotel accommodation, available evening,
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Giorno 7 — Palenque → Campeche
American breakfast, The route from Palenque to Campeche crosses a region of great natural beauty and rich history in the state of Chiapas and the Yucatán Peninsula. From Palenque, famous for its jungle-immersed Maya ruins, the journey proceeds northwest through breathtaking tropical landscapes and picturesque rural villages. Continuing northwest, the landscape opens up to the plains of the Yucatán, with its stretches of tropical vegetation and coastal marshes. Along the way, one can stop in cities like Campeche, known for its charming historic center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, visitors can stroll along the ancient city walls, admire the colonial architecture, and savor the local cuisine in the traditional restaurants of the main square., hotel accommodation, available evening,
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Giorno 8 — Campeche → Merida
American breakfast, The journey from Campeche to Mérida offers an experience through the Yucatán region, characterized by a rich history, culture, and natural beauty. From Campeche, a colonial city rich in charm and historical heritage, you head towards Mérida, the lively capital of Yucatán.
The route traverses varied landscapes, from ancient Maya ruins to lush tropical forests, with picturesque villages along the way. Along the route, you can make a stop at Uxmal, one of the most important archaeological sites in the region, to explore the majestic pyramids and complex Maya temples.
Arriving in Mérida, you immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the city, with its streets lined with pastel-colored colonial buildings, bustling squares, and traditional markets. Mérida is renowned for its cuisine, so be sure to sample local delicacies like cochinita pibil and pollo pibil.
During the journey from Campeche to Mérida, you may come across a variety of attractions, including crystalline cenotes, historic haciendas, and traditional Maya communities., hotel accommodation, available evening,
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Giorno 9 — Merida → Riviera Maya
American breakfast, departure to Riviera Maya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, halfway between Merida and Cancun, Chichen Itza is one of the largest and most complete archaeological finds in Mexico. It is estimated that during its peak period of splendor (10th-12th centuries), this center of Maya-Toltec culture was inhabited by half a million people. Its grandeur is also evidenced by the size of its most famous buildings, which rise on the well-maintained grassy area of the archaeological site: the pyramid El Castillo, the Ball Court, the Sacred Cenote used for human sacrifices, the Observatory, and the Temple of the Warriors., Arrival in Riviera Maya in the evening, ending the tour at Barcelo Maya Grand.,
Giorno 10 — Riviera Maya
American breakfast, transfer to Cancun airport,
Notes
DISABLED: passengers with various types of disabilities can participate as long as they are self-sufficient. In fact, the means of transportation are not equipped with ramps to facilitate boarding and disembarking, and for insurance and safety reasons, neither the driver nor the conductor are authorized to assist passengers. Therefore, the presence of a travel companion who can provide all the necessary assistance is mandatory. Any wheelchairs must be of standard size, foldable, and must fit in the luggage compartment (general information subject to the rules and acceptance of the local service provider). Reservations are always upon request.. ROOMS: The rooms are always and only for 1 or 2 beds. The terms triple, quadruple, family room refer solely to the number of occupants, who will be accommodated in the existing beds (maximum 2 beds). An additional bed (rollaway), even if requested at the time of booking, is always subject to availability and payment of a local supplement. Requests for rooms with a double bed or twin beds, connecting rooms, adjacent rooms, on higher or lower floors, etc., are always subject to availability and are never guaranteed.. HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or the planned accommodations if required by unforeseen circumstances and if necessary for the safety and smooth continuation of the trip..
Starts from
10 days / 9 nights - from Guatemala City to Riviera Maya.
Price includes
Accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar). Meals: breakfasts, lunches, dinners. Domestic flights if specified, entrances, visits and excursions as per the itinerary, Porterage at the airport and hotel, 1 piece of luggage per person.,
Price does not include
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage. Medical-luggage-cancellation insurance. Unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general. Tip. Tourist tax for each entry into Mexico, flights and airport taxes. Everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes".
