Private Tour Highlights
- Touring the ancient Maya Ruins of Copan, taking in the towering Hieroglyphic Stairways, expert stone masonry, manicured lawns and much more!
- Strolling through the cobblestone colonial town of Antigua, with its many ruined churches, convents and cathedrals rubbing shoulders with brightly-colored facades.
- Climbing to the summit of the Two-headed Serpent, a temple at Tikal which is 70m high and offers sublime views above the jungle canopy.
- Wandering along trails which lace their way through Palenque, an ancient Mayan ceremonial center in the heart of the lowland jungle.
- Savoring the enticing sights, sounds and smells of San Cristobal de las Casas and Oaxaca, both exquisite colonial towns in the south of Mexico.
- Unearthing the ancient charms of Uxmal and Kabah in the Yucatan, cradling crumbling pyramids and temples from the Mayan Empire.
- Staring in awe at the iconic Mayan-Toltec pyramids of Chichen-Itza, which dates back around 1,000 years and is an emblem of Mexico’s heritage.
Tour Overview
Explore the Maya Route: In the Footsteps of the Empire. Yampu will take you to see the mystifying Mayan ruins in Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico. We begin our Maya Route at the classical Mayan site in Copán. In Guatemala enjoy a city tour in colonial Antigua before visiting Lake Atitlán, its three surrounding volcanoes, and the largest site of Mayan ruins, Tikal. In Mexico, visit Palenque, known for its fine architecture and sculpture, and the beautiful Mayan pyramids at Uxmal and Chichen-Itza.
Inclusions
Package Price: From £$ 8600
Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.
Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
San Pedro Sula
Upon arrival in San Pedro Sula, transfer to the hotel.
Upon arrival in San Pedro Sula, transfer to the hotel.
Copan
Transfer to Copan, the site of a major Maya kingdom of the Classic era. Visit the Copan Ruins Archeological Park, with its monumental Hieroglyphic Stairway; the Ball Court (social center of the city during the Maya days); the Great Plaza, famous for its estelae and altars; and the tunnels. After the visit to the Museum of Mayan Sculpture, lunch will be served at Nia Lola’s Restaurant (included). Overnight in Copan.
Transfer to Copan, the site of a major Maya kingdom of the Classic era. Visit the Copan Ruins Archeological Park, with its monumental Hieroglyphic Stairway; the Ball Court (social center of the city during the Maya days); the Great Plaza, famous for its estelae and altars; and the tunnels. After the visit to the Museum of Mayan Sculpture, lunch will be served at Nia Lola’s Restaurant (included). Overnight in Copan.
Horseback Ride
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Guided by an authentic native cowboy, starting at the hotel you will ride heading south, by crossing the Copan River one will continue to a small but interesting archaeological site called Los Sapos (the toads). It is a common belief that the Mayan women used this place to come to give birth to their children. The ride continues to the Hacienda San Lucas, from this restored 100 year old farmhouse the traveler will relax enjoying some breathtaking lovely views of town and the valley while enjoying a refreshing cold beverage or a savory cup of Honduran coffee. Later on be taken back to the hotel in Copan. ...read less
Antigua
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Transfer to Antigua Guatemala. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Afternoon, private tour of Antigua, the Spaniards’ military capital of Central America for two centuries. Travelers will be met at the hotel by a private guide to begin a half-day walking tour of Antigua. It will cover the architectural and historical highlights of this colonial city with a behind-the-scenes look at some of the many ruined churches, convents and cathedrals. Entrance fees are included to the Iglesia San Francisco, the Cathedral, Central Park and La Merced Church. This tour is flexible, and if one has specific sites that they wish to see, please let us know. ...read less
Santiago Atitlan
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Be picked up from the hotel for a scenic boat ride across the lake, passing by the three impressive volcanoes of Toliman, Atitlan and San Pedro. Upon arrival in Santiago, walk with a guide to find the house where the Maya God Maximon resides. Each year, a different “brotherhood” has the privilege of taking care of their God, so his location changes. Once with Maximon, one may see a local shaman performing rituals for local people. If one wishes, ask the guide to help hire the services of a shaman to perform a personal ceremony. After visiting Maximon, visit the local church and learn about the history of this very traditional town. One will also see the market and learn about the distinctive textiles and primitive art for which the town is famous. Take a ride in a local “flete” (a pickup truck in which passengers stand in the bed) to get to Hotel Posada Santiago for lunch. After lunch, transfer to Antigua for overnight. ...read less
City of Tikal
Transfer to Guatemala City airport to take the flight to Flores. Enjoy this full-day visit to the impressive and mystical Maya city of Tikal. One of its largest buildings is the Temple of the Two-headed Serpent, which measures up to 70 meters high. From its highest point, one can hear the sounds of the rain forest: more than 300 species of birds, howler monkeys, ocelots, jaguars and toucans. Due to its immense value, Tikal was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. Overnight in Peten. Lunch included.
Transfer to Guatemala City airport to take the flight to Flores. Enjoy this full-day visit to the impressive and mystical Maya city of Tikal. One of its largest buildings is the Temple of the Two-headed Serpent, which measures up to 70 meters high. From its highest point, one can hear the sounds of the rain forest: more than 300 species of birds, howler monkeys, ocelots, jaguars and toucans. Due to its immense value, Tikal was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1979. Overnight in Peten. Lunch included.
Day of Leisure in Flores
Optional guided canopy tour to Ixpanpajul and sunset tour to Yaxha.
Optional guided canopy tour to Ixpanpajul and sunset tour to Yaxha.
Transfer to Palenque
Ground transfer from Flores to Palenque takes about 8 to 9 hours.
Ground transfer from Flores to Palenque takes about 8 to 9 hours.
Palenque
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Enjoy a visit to the archeological site of Palenque. Walk through the same paths as the great Mayan Lords, and feel the charm and mystery of this culture. The Mayan site of Palenque is located northwest of the Maya lowlands in Chiapas, Mexico. Surrounded by the jungle, it is considered one of the most important archeological sites of Mesoamerica, a ceremonial center and home to a number of Mayan Lords. There are religious temples, plazas, open courts and a ball court, but most of the structures are palaces. Artifacts discovered at this site tell us about the Mayan Lords and in particular of Pacal, one of the best-known Lords of the Mayan civilization. Overnight in Palenque. ...read less
San Cristobal de las Casas
Travelers will get back on the road, winding along mountain lanes to San Cristobal de las Casas. On the way, visit the Agua Azul waterfalls.
Travelers will get back on the road, winding along mountain lanes to San Cristobal de las Casas. On the way, visit the Agua Azul waterfalls.
San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan
Today, enjoy a half-day tour of the Indian villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan. Each village has its own distinctive highland dress as well as a weekly market and numerous festivals honoring patron saints and other special religious days. Afterwards walk through the colonial streets of San Cristobal de las Casas, a jewel right in the heart of the Chiapas highlands. The indigenous soul of the town coexists harmoniously with its colonial charm, making it an enchanting place to visit.
Today, enjoy a half-day tour of the Indian villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan. Each village has its own distinctive highland dress as well as a weekly market and numerous festivals honoring patron saints and other special religious days. Afterwards walk through the colonial streets of San Cristobal de las Casas, a jewel right in the heart of the Chiapas highlands. The indigenous soul of the town coexists harmoniously with its colonial charm, making it an enchanting place to visit.
San Cristobal de las Casas- Sumidero Canyon- Merida
Depart San Cristobal de las Casas towards Tuxtla Gutierrez airport. On the way, there is a visit to the enormous Sumidero Canyon, where travelers will enjoy a boat ride. Have an unforgettable experience sailing down the Grijalva River, across a geological fault formed millions of years ago with dramatic cliffs up to one-kilometer-high and the river’s depth of 100 meters. Arrive at the airport for a flight for to Merida. Upon arrival in Merida, the “white city,” transfer to the hotel.
Depart San Cristobal de las Casas towards Tuxtla Gutierrez airport. On the way, there is a visit to the enormous Sumidero Canyon, where travelers will enjoy a boat ride. Have an unforgettable experience sailing down the Grijalva River, across a geological fault formed millions of years ago with dramatic cliffs up to one-kilometer-high and the river’s depth of 100 meters. Arrive at the airport for a flight for to Merida. Upon arrival in Merida, the “white city,” transfer to the hotel.
Uxmal and Kabah
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Enjoy today’s excursion to the wonderful archeological sites of Uxmal and Kabah. Uxmal was probably built around 700 A.D. The rich, green, fertile land provides a perfect setting for some of the most magnificent pyramids, buildings and temples of the ancient Mayan world. Sense the history here while walking around and gaze at the stunning architecture and layout of this old city. The Piramide del Adivino (the Oracle’s Pyramid) stands majestically above other buildings, and a climb to its summit will reward with a spectacular views of the entire half-square-mile ancient city. Kabah is located south of Uxmal, as both archeological sites are connected by a grand 18-kilometer-long pedestrian causeway with monumental arches at each end. Kabah is the second largest ruin of the Puuc region, after Uxmal. The most famous structure at the Kabah ruins is the Palacio de las Mascaras (the Palace of the Masks), its facade decorated with hundreds of stone masks of the long-nosed rain god Chaac. The site also has a number of other palaces, low stone buildings, and step-pyramid temples one can discover and enjoy. ...read less
Merida
After breakfast, leave Merida on the way to the ancient archeological site of Chichen-Itza. The famous Mayan pyramids of Chichen-Itza are more than 1,500 years old. The site is divided into three sections. The north grouping of structures is distinctly Toltec in style. The central group appears to be from the early period. The southern group is known as “The Old Chichen.” Travelers will find a large ball court where Mayan men played a game called pok ta pok, full of symbolism and drama. Transfer to the hotel in Cancun.
After breakfast, leave Merida on the way to the ancient archeological site of Chichen-Itza. The famous Mayan pyramids of Chichen-Itza are more than 1,500 years old. The site is divided into three sections. The north grouping of structures is distinctly Toltec in style. The central group appears to be from the early period. The southern group is known as “The Old Chichen.” Travelers will find a large ball court where Mayan men played a game called pok ta pok, full of symbolism and drama. Transfer to the hotel in Cancun.
Flight Home
Transfer to Cancun airport for the flight back home or stay a few nights in a hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.
Transfer to Cancun airport for the flight back home or stay a few nights in a hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.
San Pedro Sula, Cortés, Honduras
Copan Ruinas, Copan, Honduras
Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepequez, Guatemala
Peten, Guatemala
Palenque, Mexico
San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
Merida, Mexico
Chichén Itzá, Tinum, Mexico
Places You'll See
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Chichen-Itza
Once one of the largest Mayan cities, the ruins of Chichen-Itza has much to offer. Visit the Kukulkan Pyramid, known as “El Castillo”. Visit at sunrise or sunset during either the spring or fall equinox, and see the shadow of Kukulkan, a feathered serpent god, as it appears to slither down the pyramid steps. Also visit the Temple of Warriors and the Great Ball Court.
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Merida
Take in the Colonial architecture while visiting the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan. Merida is a bustling city overflowing with culture and history. Explore the art scene with some stops at local museums including the MACAY Gallery. Find souvenirs and other fun things at the bustling and colorful Lucas de Galvez market, and learn about ancient Maya culture at The Great Museum of the Maya World.
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Palenque
Containing some of the finest architecture, Palenque was once a Maya city state that had been abandoned to be swallowed by the Mexican jungle. Now partially excavated, eight temples and other structures stand today. It is believed that this is only ten percent of the entire Maya City that is still mostly consumed by nature. Enjoy a guided tour and learn what there is of this ancient city.
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Peten
Dotted with many Mayan Archaeological sites the area of Peten, once the hub of Mayan civilization, is full of history and ancient mysteries. Deep in the rainforests of Peten is the ancient city of Tikal, among other lost Mayan cities that have begun restoration.
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Antigua
Founded by the Spanish in the 17th century, Antigua city follows traditional layout and Spanish Baroque Style architecture. Enjoy chocolate making classes as you learn about the culture of the area or, For the more adventurous, there is the option to hike up several active volcanos in the region. With a walking coffee tour, one can learn about the process of picking and roasting one’s own coffee.
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Copan Ruinas
Over one thousand years ago, Copan Ruinas was once the center of Mayan civilization. Here, one can witness some of the greatest Pre-Colombian artwork that is offered including ancient hieroglyphics. Nearby are many options for wildlife lovers including a bird sanctuary, butterfly house, as well as horseback riding and zip lining.
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Hotel Options
3 Star Properties
La Casa Rosada
Copan Ruinas , HONDURAS
La Casa Rosada is a Spanish colonial style inn, decorated with antiques and local fine art. This hotel has five nicely decorated rooms. Every room has a private bath with steam shower, television, CD/DVD player, telephone, and air conditioning. Guests can add other services that are not included in the standard reservation, such as dinner or lunch at the local restaurants, facials and massages in the privacy of their room, or tickets to archaeological sites and other attractions. There is also an onsite café near the beautiful fountain and garden, serving a delicious buffet breakfast in a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
Plaza Copan
Copan Ruinas , HONDURAS
The Hotel Plaza Copan is located in the heart of the picturesque village of Copan Ruins and offers all the advantages and services that make a stay enjoyable. The small hotel offers the best location and comfort to discover the Mayan ruins of Copan and natural attractions of the Copan valley. The hotel has 20 rooms each of them has A / C, hot water, wireless Internet, cable TV, and private bathrooms. The hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi access throughout the building, and a bar and restaurant.
Mision Palenque
Palenque , MEXICO
Hotel Mision Palenque offers upscale accommodations in a place surrounded by waterfalls, majestic Mayan vestiges of past and wild landscapes. The hotel offers 210 spacious guestrooms with modern design and convenient amenities, including air conditioning, Cable TV, Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. The hotel also features a lovely outdoor pool with poolside bar, a fitness center, outdoor tennis courts, and a full service spa featuring a sauna and massage treatments. There is also a wonderful onsite restaurant and bar.
Del Gobernador
Merida , MEXICO
Enjoy a pleasant stay, near the most important historical sites in the beautiful city of Merida. Hotel Del Gobernador, located in the historic city center, just 300 meters from the down town, is ideal for business or pleasure. Hotel Del Gobernador offers 86 comfortable rooms to enjoy a relaxing stay, all equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, Cable TV, and private bathrooms. The hotel features an outdoor pool with lounge area, as well as a spa offering a variety of massage and facial treatments. There is also a restaurant and bar offering delicious Yucatecan, Mexican and international dishes, as well as domestic and international drinks.
Gamma by Fiesta Inn
Merida , MEXICO
Located at the historic center of Merida, the Gamma by Fiesta Inn Hotel, whose 10 floors and 153 rooms, presents an architecture that combines the colonial and modern style; inside, details and decor, invite guests to spend some time relaxing, taking a break from modern life. The spacious rooms will make one feel relaxed, no matter whether these leisure or business making the perfect place to stay. The most representative cultural and architectural richness of Merida is in its historic center. A few steps from Gamma Fiesta Inn, guests can admire the architectural, cultural and gastronomic richness that both identifies it.
Chichen-Itza : Hotel Chichen-Itza
Hotel Chichen-Itza
Chichen-Itza , MEXICO
Situated in the village of Piste, within walking distance to the historical Maya city of Chichén Itzá, Hotel Chichen-Itza is surrounded by a lush tropical environment and offers friendly service along with comfortable accommodations. Recently renovated, the hotel features gracious rooms overlooking a tropical garden, equipped with air conditioning, Cable TV, minibar, and private bathrooms. The hotel features a lovely outdoor pool with a poolside bar, a fitness center, a picnic area, and a solarium. There is also an onsite restaurant offering regional specialties.
4 Star Properties
Copan Ruinas : Marina Copan (standard)
Marina Copan (standard)
Copan Ruinas , HONDURAS
The Marina Copan is the most comfortable and convenient base for exploring the fascinating Maya World, as well as the diverse natural landscape, that the ancient ones left behind. Laid out around cozy but spacious passages and well-groomed gardens and fountains, the accommodations one finds are reminiscent of an old colonial house. All 49 charmingly appointed rooms and suites feature natural wood ceilings, hand-carved furniture and warm hues, and are equipped with Cable TV, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom. The hotel also features a swimming pool with poolside bar, a spa offering massage treatments, and a fitness room.
Palenque : Chan-kah Resort Village
Chan-kah Resort Village
Palenque , MEXICO
Discover the wonders of the jungle and enjoy an adventure surrounded by the natural beauty of Palenque, Chiapas at Chan- Kah Resort Village. Chan- Kah Resort Village has 76 independent casita style rooms and master suites of unique design, beautifully decorated with typical Mexican style that gives them an air of greater comfort, and are equipped with air conditioning, Cable TV, private bathrooms, and private balconies. Cool off and have a good time in the stunning pool that resembles a Mayan cenote, taste delicious dishes and drinks at the bar of the hotel, and relax at the full-service spa.
Palenque : Villa Mercedes Palenque
Villa Mercedes Palenque
Palenque , MEXICO
A modern retreat inspired in the tropical forest, Villa Mercedes Hotel has an exceptional location 5 minutes from the legendary Archaeological Site and a few miles from spectacular landscapes, lakes and waterfalls. Surrounded by the most exotic natural beauty and gorgeous gardens, Villa Mercedes Palenque Hotel has been designed for families and business travelers. The hotel features 92 comfortable accommodations for guests to enjoy a pleasant experience and facilities that include a pool, temazcal, spa and restaurant, among many other elements that make Villa Mercedes a unique choice among hotels in Palenque, Chiapas.
Mision de Fray Diego
Merida , MEXICO
This is an unexpected place, where a stay is not just a simple stopover in the city, but a true experience, full of careful details in the rooms, delicate and delicious flavors, and personalized service which surpasses all expectations. This hotel will delight guests with its comfortable rooms, all equipped with air conditioning, Cable TV, and private bathrooms. The hotel also features a swimming pool, massages, and Wireless Internet. There is also a restaurant bar offering an international, regional, and Spanish menu.
Chichen-Itza : Hotel Mayaland & Bungalows (superior room)
Hotel Mayaland & Bungalows (superior room)
Chichen-Itza , MEXICO
The Maya civilization’s grandest ceremonial center is a place of wonder and magic and at Mayaland guests can feel its heartbeat. Mayaland was the first Hotel built in Chichén Itzá (in 1923), and in a way, it’s as much a landmark as the pyramids that tower above it. The resort offers 98 guestrooms with handcrafted furniture, all equipped with air conditioning, Cable TV, Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. Mayaland features three outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, an arcade and game room, and a spa offering a variety of treatments. Guests can also enjoy the buffet style Salon Catherwood restaurant, Mexican and international dishes at the Specialties restaurant, or drinks in the lobby bar.
Chichen-Itza : Villas Arqueologicas
Villas Arqueologicas
Chichen-Itza , MEXICO
Hotel Villas Arqueologicas Chichen Itza, located 74 miles from Merida and 124 miles from Cancun, is set in an area of lush vegetation. Surrounded by tropical gardens and showered with the song of exotic birds, this cozy Hotel Villas Chichen Itza offers 43 guestrooms around an inviting swimming pool accented by Mayan statues, and are decorated with wooden furnishings. Public spaces and the Restaurant & Bar have a native decor, with ceramic tiled floors and open archways throughout. Veritable Mayan ruins dot the gardens of the hotel.
5 Star Properties
Copan Ruinas : Hacienda San Lucas
Hacienda San Lucas
Copan Ruinas , HONDURAS
Hacienda San Lucas is a hundred year old family hacienda/lodge offering a unique and exclusive cultural experience. San Lucas is renown by its five star individualized services, eg. a culinary destination, small intimate weddings, yoga retreats and more. Hacienda San Lucas combines century-old ambiance with first-class service, authentic Maya country cuisine and a spectacular view of the Valley and Ruins of Copan. Eight distinct rooms with solar lighting, comfortable hammocks, nature trails, ceremonial archaeological site and candlelit dinners allow you to relax and enjoy the healing energy of this unique hacienda.
Palenque : Quinta Cha Nab Nal (standard)
Quinta Cha Nab Nal (standard)
Palenque , MEXICO
A short distance from the archaeological site of Palenque, this luxury resort evokes a Mayan palace complex of the Classic Period. The architectural complex has two Junior Suites, five Deluxe Suites and one Presidential Suite. Amidst luxuriant jungle flora the swimming pools recall the typical waterfalls found in the ruins of Palenque. The vision is to recreate an exquisite Pre-Hispanic atmosphere based on historic and archaeological data, allowing guests to live the Maya World without sacrificing any modern luxury. Unique for its combination of culture, art, archaeological knowledge, tradition and elegance, Boutique Hotel Quinta Cha Nab Nal offers an incomparable experience in Palenque.
Hacienda Merida
Merida , MEXICO
Located in the heart of charming colonial center of the city, the Hotel Hacienda Merida Yucatan is the ultimate high-class boutique hotel and self-contained destination. It is an amazing haven of relaxation in the middle of one of Mexico`s most vibrant cities. The rooms are set around the courtyard, and each one is individually designed and decorated with an appealing blend of traditional furnishings and modern facilities. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, and a spa offering a variety of treatments. There is also a bar offering refined alcohols, cocktails, and wines.
Casa del Balam Hotel
Merida , MEXICO
Casa del Balam is one of the oldest and most distinguished hotels in Merida and the Yucatan Peninsula, it’s also one of the few original Mexican Art Deco houses left in the city. The rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated, and are equipped with air conditioning, Cable TV, and private bathrooms. The hotel features an outdoor pool, a lovely garden and terrace, and the 57 Restaurant specializing in fusion cuisine, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the bar.
Chichen-Itza : Hotel The Lodge at Chichen-Itza
Hotel The Lodge at Chichen-Itza
Chichen-Itza , MEXICO
The Lodge at Chichén Itza provides private, guided tours to the Maya pyramids and temples (extra cost). Guests may enjoy drinks and evening cocktails, witness the performance of Yucatecan Jarana dancers and enjoy the fabulous views of the Maya Observatory from the lobby bar and terrace. The bungalows at the Lodge at Chichén Itzá are hand built with local materials, including hand carved mahogany furniture, stained glass, local marble and handmade clay. All Bungalows are located around the swimming pools, offering privacy and stunning views of the gardens and park. Each bungalow features furnished, ample terraces with hammocks.
Luxury Properties
Palenque : Quinta Cha Nab Nal (deluxe Suite)
Quinta Cha Nab Nal (deluxe Suite)
Palenque , MEXICO
A short distance from the archaeological site of Palenque, this luxury resort evokes a Mayan palace complex of the Classic Period. The architectural complex has two Junior Suites, five Deluxe Suites and one Presidential Suite. Amidst luxuriant jungle flora the swimming pools recall the typical waterfalls found in the ruins of Palenque. The vision is to recreate an exquisite Pre-Hispanic atmosphere based on historic and archaeological data, allowing guests to live the Maya World without sacrificing any modern luxury. Unique for its combination of culture, art, archaeological knowledge, tradition and elegance, Boutique Hotel Quinta Cha Nab Nal offers an incomparable experience in Palenque.
San Cristobal de las Casas : Hotel Bo (Ik suite)
Hotel Bo (Ik suite)
San Cristobal de las Casas , MEXICO
b¨o is a luxury boutique hotel whose roots are born in the heart of San Cristobal de las Casas Chiapas, where stands to renew their traditions surrounded by stunning scenery, colonial streets and a world of art, textiles and culture to discover. It’s a cozy, authentic and with architecture that blends with the region, differing with great originality and character of the typical space, which makes it a destination in itself.
Casa Lecanda
Merida , MEXICO
Casa Lecanda is a small luxury boutique hotel located within the historical center of Mérida, Yucatán. Built in a completely restored traditional Yucatecan home, the hotel has been designed to retain the original Meridian style with points of European luxury so prevalent in the golden age of Merida’s Sisal barons. Painstaking attention to detail, architecture, and landscaping provides guests with a uniquely local experience and a sanctuary within the city; a refuge of serenity, privacy and relaxation. A place that guests can call home as they reach out and discover all the beauty and magnificence that the Yucatán Peninsula has to offer.
Casa Azul Hotel
Merida , MEXICO
Casa Azul Hotel is a beautiful and bright house, located a few steps away from the most important avenue, Paseo de Montejo. The wide corridors surround the inner courtyard adorned with a beautiful Mayan stone fountain. All the rooms are spacious and elegantly styled, and equipped with climate control, Wi-Fi, a plasma TV, and beautiful private bathrooms. The hotel features an intimate outdoor pool, a beautiful garden, and a fitness center. Guests can enjoy the complimentary breakfast served daily, as well as the onsite restaurant offering a variety of culinary options.
Tixkokob : Hacienda San Jose at Tixkokob
Hacienda San Jose at Tixkokob
Tixkokob , MEXICO
Magical walkways of gracefully cut flower arches and dirt pathways welcome guests to Hacienda San Jose. Exquisite colors pop at every corner of the hacienda, making days brighter and nights more mysterious against the flickering of candles. A stay at Hacienda San Jose will embrace historical aspects of the culture while maintaining world-class luxury of the finest facilities. Spend a morning by the elegantly constructed outdoor swimming pool, and rest under the lustrous sun in one of the native hammocks. Be pampered at the outdoor spa cabin and enjoy a massage. After, enjoy gourmet regional and international cuisine overlooking the main gardens or a romantic dinner.
Testimonials
Greg B., United Kingdom
Traveled February, 2013
When a problem was encountered, Yampu worked with local tour operators to sort out the issue very quickly
After working with Yampu to provide me with my second holiday to the America’s, I am delighted to say it has been another success. We have now travelled to Peru, Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras with routes dictated by my needs to see sites that may not be on other people standard routes. Yampu have twice worked with local providers to make my unique routes possible. When a problem was encountered, Yampu worked with local tour operators to sort out the issue very quickly. I am already thinking ahead to my next trip with Yampu.
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Reinhard
Traveled March, 2010
Everything went very smoothly on our private tour
Everything went very smoothly on our private tour, many thanks. We were able to see many different regions and aspects of Mexico making it a simply fascinating experience. We had a great time in Mexico City and Taxko (sadly Puebla was flooded and had to be taken out of the itinerary), and were able to take in the Aztek culture and Spanish colonial architecture. Then in the north, Copper Canyon (bigger than the Grand Canyon in the US) and the amazing train journey. The trip at the end to Baja California we managed to see the grey whales and the Yucatan and beautiful Maya ruins. The exposure to these very different areas in a short time made this a truly memorable journey.
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Liz K
Traveled February, 2012
Thank you again for everything
The trip went off without a hitch due to your excellent planning, awesome tour guides and drivers and wonderful accommodations. I had an incredible time, the Mayan sites were indeed magic and the scenery in Honduras, Guatemala and Belize is something not to be missed. I wanted to mention my driver, Gustavo Morales, who drove me from the Lake Atitlan hotel to the Guatemala Airport (for my flight to Flores). Gustavo should as far as I am concerned be nominated for the Tourist Driver of the Year Award. If such an award doesn’t exist, one should be created for him. On the day he was to drive me to the airport, there was a massive two-large truck collision in the middle of the main highway to the Airport. In addition, the teachers had gone on strike and were blocking the roads. Gustavo thought that we would not make it to the airport in time, but said he would try his best. He backtracked almost as far as Antigua and took all the back roads through Guatemala City to circle the city and come back to the airport from the other direction. Not only did he give me the Drive of a Lifetime, but he did get me to the airport in plenty of time for the flight. It was nothing short of a miracle and I would like to pass along my thanks and also, my admiration for his driving skills. He is a wonderful guy and I wish him all the best of luck for the future. Thank you again for everything I will definitely recommend Yampu to anyone who wishes a fantastic, personally tailored vacation.
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