Magical Mexico

Days 1-3  Mexico City  
Fly into vibrant Mexico City and explore the Zocaló (main square), Catedral Metropolitana and Palacio Nacional. The following day travel to Basilica de Guadalupe, a revered religious shrine and impressive Teotihuacan.            

Day 4  Mexico City to Puebla            
Head to the UNESCO listed town of Puebla to explore the well preserved historic centre and enjoy the country’s iconic cuisine.    

Days 5-6  Puebla to Oaxaca  
Drive to Oaxaca and spend an afternoon at leisure. The next day visit the impressive archaeological site of Monte Albán, before exploring the colourful markets and bustling square of Oaxaca.            

Days 7-8  Oaxaca to San Cristóbal De Las Casas  
Fly to Tuxtla Gutiérrez (via Mexico City) and enjoy a boat ride through the spectacular natural reserve of Sumidero Canyon. Explore Chiapa de Corzo before continuing to San Cristóbal de las Casas. On day 8, enjoy a morning a tour of the colonial city centre, before heading into the Chiapas Highlands to visit Tzotzil Indian villages.            

Day 9  San Cristóbal De Las Casas to Palenque
Drive to Palenque and venture deep into the jungle to witness the Palenque ruins, a stunning archaeological site showcasing some of the finest Mayan sculptures and architecture.  

Day 10  Campeche            
Drive on to the historic port city of Campeche. Enjoy an afternoon tour exploring the UNESCO listed city centre and hilltop fortresses.        

Days 11-12  Campeche to Mérida          
En route to Mérida, stop at the amazing Palace of the Masks in Kabah and the World Heritage listed Mayan site of Uxmal. On the following day take a boat ride through the estuaries of Celestún, one of the world’s largest breeding grounds of pink flamingos*.      

Day 13  Mérida to Chichén Itzá            
Travel to Chichén Itzá and explore this magnificent archaeological site which is set within dense jungle.            

Days 14-15  Chichén Itzá to Cancún            
Transfer to Cancún airport for your overnight flight home. *April to May is nesting season for the flamingos and therefore numbers at Celestún are greatly reduced.