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Ancient Cultures of Mexico Tour

PRIVATE TOUR - 7 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM $3211+

Private Tour Highlights

  • Climbing the towering ancient temples of Teotihuacan, whose grandeur is awe-inspiring and panoramic views unforgettable.
  • Soaking up the historical gems of Mexico City, including colonial palaces, imposing cathedrals and atmospheric streets.
  • Touring the Coyoacán district, including the “Blue House” - Frida Kahlo’s home and now a museum dedicated to this charismatic artist.
  • 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.
  • Experience Yucatec cuisine and get a glimpse of daily life in the bustling city of Merida with a delicious coking class alongside a local chef.
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Tour Overview

The Ancient Cultures of Mexico Tour will leave you in a state of awe with the many ruins and rich history of such an influential destination! Start in Mexico City and then on to the Yucatan to see Mérida and Chichen-Itza. Founded in 1542 by the Spanish conquistadors, Mérida was built on the site of the Maya city that had already existed for centuries. Thus it may be the oldest continually occupied city in the Americas. The “white city,” as it is called, once had a higher percentage of millionaires than any other in the world. Such wealth is still evident as large and small colonial homes line its streets to this day.

This trip can be customized to fit your individual travel dates and any specific requests you may have. Your travel consultant will prepare a customized itinerary for you. Yampu offers a choice of 3-, 4-, 5-star and Deluxe hotels.

Inclusions
Price includes: Air transportation from Mexico City to Mérida, Hotel accommodation including continental or buffet breakfast, All transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling, Guided tours (in English) including all entrance fees, Meals where specified, Local airport taxes that are payable in the country of destination are not included. Taxes and security fees that can be paid at time of ticketing are already included.

Note: Museums closed on Monday. Prices include private day tours and transfers in this itinerary. Yampu Tours believes this is the best way to experience the destination but if you are interested in group/shared tours please consult with one of our Yampu Tours Tour Consultants.
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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.

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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

Day
1

Mexico City

Upon arrival in Mexico City transfer to the hotel. Afternoon of leisure or choose from optional excursions.

Upon arrival in Mexico City transfer to the hotel. Afternoon of leisure or choose from optional excursions.

Mexico-City
Day
2

Teotihuacan Site – Mexico City Walking Tour

Today, will be a full day dedicated to the visit of the city and the archaeological zone of Teotihuacan. Among the planned visits are the "Zocalo" (the main esplanade with its Cathedral and the National Palace), the Templo Mayor, and the most important pilgrimage point in Latin America, the church of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Later we will visit Teotihuacan with its imposing pyramids of the Sun and the Moon before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. We will be returning to the hotel at sunset.

Today, will be a full day dedicated to the visit of the city and the archaeological zone of Teotihuacan. Among the planned visits are the "Zocalo" (the main esplanade with its Cathedral and the National Palace), the Templo Mayor, and the most important pilgrimage point in Latin America, the church of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Later we will visit Teotihuacan with its imposing pyramids of the Sun and the Moon before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. We will be returning to the hotel at sunset.

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Day
3

Frida Kahlo Museum, Coyoacan and Trotzky Museum.

This is one of our most colorful tours, for not only will you visit the famous "Blue House", but you will also meet the majestic architecture of the National Autonomous University of Mexico, the picturesque landscapes of Coyoacan downtown, and the colors of Xochimilco or "Place of flowers". Our first stop will be Coyoacan, which in nahuatl means "place of coyotes". You will visit the museum-house of Frida Kahlo, or the "Blue House", where you'll meet the intense relationship between Frida, her works and her home, where she was born and also where she died. Although after marrying Diego Rivera she lived in different places of Mexico City, and abroad, she always went back to her old house in Coyoacan. The trip continues towards one of Frida Kahlo's favorite places, Xochimilco. Here, not only will you get information on its origins going back to the pre-hispanic times, but also you will enjoy a ride on a trajinera, a traditional boat of the zone. After the ride, you'll have spare time to walk around the crafts market or try the delicious food sold in the surrounding area. ...read less

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Day
4

Hike to Canada Forest, Boxed Lunch Included

In this adventure, you will find yourself in one of the most symbolic forests in Mexico City. We will hike in the middle of a leafy and humid forest, which will allow you to listen to birdsong. During our journey, we will ascend to a peak of 3400 meters above sea level with really spectacular views, where you can fill yourself with energy.

Notes: This is an activity for healthy people who do exercise frequently. It is not a tour suitable for pregnant women, people with hypertension or heart disease.

In this adventure, you will find yourself in one of the most symbolic forests in Mexico City. We will hike in the middle of a leafy and humid forest, which will allow you to listen to birdsong. During our journey, we will ascend to a peak of 3400 meters above sea level with really spectacular views, where you can fill yourself with energy.

Notes: This is an activity for healthy people who do exercise frequently. It is not a tour suitable for pregnant women, people with hypertension or heart disease.

Day
5

Mexico City - Merida - Afternoon Merida Cooking Class and Market Visit

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport for the flight to Merida.

After the reception at the airport and transferring to your hotel to check in, you will be picked up to meet our master chef who will provide a brief introduction to the Mexican cuisine while
we take you to the local market. Walk around through the different food sections with their variety of herbs, vegetables, meat and sea food. Our chef will tell you the secrets on how to choose fresh & quality
items for our cooking class. During the tour you will be provided with some refreshments, fresh fruit, pastries and Mexican filtered coffee, which will be offered on an intimate setting at one of the best Mexican restaurants in Cancun,
where the lessons will be taken. Spend the next 3 hours discovering the tricks behind great Mexican traditional cooking and listen about the origins behind each dish and ingredients. Experience the real warmth of a Mexican kitchen using traditional tools like Molcajete (stone mortar), Comal (flat griddle) and clay pots.
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Day
6

Uxmal and Kabah

Enjoy today’s incredible excursion to the wonderful archeological sites of Uxmal and Kabah. Uxmal was built around 700 A.D. The rich green fertile land provides a perfect setting for some of the most magnificent ancient pyramids, buildings and temples of the ancient Mayan world. One can sense the history here while walking around and gazing at the stunning architecture and majestic layout of this ancient city. The Piramide del Adivino (the Oracle’s Pyramid) stands majestically above other buildings. A climb to its summit rewards travelers with spectacular views of the entire ancient city. Kabah is located south of Uxmal connecting both archeological sites 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), the facade decorated with hundreds of stone masks of the long-nosed rain god, Chaac. It is also known as the Codz Poop, meaning “Rolled Matting.” The site also has a number of other palaces, low stone buildings and step-pyramid temples one will be able to discover and enjoy. ...read less

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Day
7

Chichen-Itza

After breakfast, leave Merida making way to the ancient archeological site of Chichen-Itza. The famous Mayan pyramids of Chichen-Itza are over 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.” One will find a large ball court where Mayan men played a game called pok ta pok. It had deep religious and political significance, sometimes culminating in human sacrifice. Continue to Cancun for the night. ...read less

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Flight Home

Transfer to Cancun airport for your flight back home or stay a few nights in a hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.

Transfer to Cancun airport for your flight back home or stay a few nights in a hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.

Mexico City, Mexico

Merida, Mexico

Cancún, Mexico

Places You'll See

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    Mexico City

    From the bustling nightlife, to the massive collection of museums, Mexico City appeals to all. Bring the family to Six Flags Mexico, or the Chapultepec Park and Zoo. Sports fans can enjoy the Estadio Azteca, the biggest soccer stadium in the world, or the Arena Mexico to watch the famous Lucha Libre. Or simply stroll the streets and visit different restaurants and shops.

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    Cancun

    From historical relics of Mayan civilization, to sandy beaches, Cancun has it all. Visit El Meco, a substantial archeological site on the mainland, or The Interactive Aquarium of Cancun where you can get acquainted with all sorts of aquatic life, and even swim with dolphins. If an aquarium isn’t exciting enough, dive into the sea with some of Cancun’s best scuba diving instructors.

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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.

Hotel Options

3 Star Properties

Mexico City : Hotel NH Centro Historico

Merida : Del Gobernador

Merida : Gamma by Fiesta Inn

Cancun : Presidente Intercontinental

Cancun : Beach Scape Kin Ha Villas & Spa

5 Star Properties

Mexico City : Presidente InterContinental (Polanco View)

Mexico City : Hyatt Regency Mexico City

Merida : Hacienda Merida

Merida : Casa del Balam Hotel

Cancun : Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun

Cancun : Hotel Casa Turquesa

Luxury Properties

Mexico City : St. Regis

Mexico City : Four Seasons

Merida : Casa Lecanda

Merida : Casa Azul Hotel

Cancun : Sandos Cancun Luxury Experience Resort

Cancun : Hyatt Zilara Cancun

Testimonials

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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Reinhard, German clients

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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Tonya

Traveled August, 2008

Great beaches and fantastic nightlife

We had a wonderful time, thank you! We loved Mexico City and the City tour. Teotihuacan, Uxmal, & Kabah were amazing. By the time we went to Chichen Itza we were a little tired of archaeological sites! But, I was glad to see them. Cancun was very touristy. We did go down to Playa Del Carmen and had a wonderful time there. I would recommend anyone to visit Playa Del Carmen. Great beaches and fantastic nightlife! All in all we had a very pleasant time. We both agreed we would go back to Playa Del Carmen since it’s only 2 hours from Miami. Thank you for all your help!

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