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13-Day Magic Mexican south-east Tour (Oaxaca, Chiapas, Campeche, Yucatan and Quntana Roo) from Mexico City, Cancun out Tour Code: 445-19970

Overview
Join us to discover the hidden wonders in the Mexican south-east; an amazing route that includes the best of Agua Azul, Campeche, Cancun, Canon del Sumidero, Chiapa de Corzo, Chichen Itza, Cholula, Istmo de Tehuantepec, Izamal, Merida, Mexico City, Monte Alban, Oaxaca City, Ocosingo, Palenque, Puebla, Salto de Agua, San Cristobal de las Casas, San Juan Chamula, San Pablo Villa de Mitla, Tuxtla Gutierrez, Valladolid, Zinacantan. A breaktaking trip that you can not miss!
Price In USD (Price per person based on double occupancy)
Price (/Person)
    Single $2895
    Double $2075
    3rd Person
    Adult $1910
    Child
    (Age 11 and below)
    $1735
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  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8
  • Day 9
  • Day 10
  • Day 11
  • Day 12
  • Day 13
Day 1 Mexico City
Day 2 Mexico City
Day 3 Mexico City - Cholula - Puebla (109 km)
Day 4 Puebla - Monte Alban - Oaxaca City (272 km)
Day 5 Oaxaca City - San Pablo Villa de Mitla - Istmo de Tehuantepec - Tuxtla Gutierrez (422 km)
Day 6 Tuxtla Gutierrez - Canon del Sumidero - Chiapa de Corzo - Zinacantan - San Juan Chamula - San Cristobal de las Casas (69 km)
Day 7 San Cristobal de las Casas - Ocosingo - Agua Azul - Salto de Agua - Palenque (177 km)
Day 8 Palenque - Campeche (359 km)
Day 9 Campeche - Merida (186 km)
Day 10 Merida - Izamal - Chichen-Itza - Rio Lagartos (300 km)
Day 11 Cancun - Valladolid - Cancun (299 km)
Day 12 Cancun Free Day
Day 13 Cancun

Day 1: Mexico City

Deluxe Hotel: Casa Blanca or similar
Meal: Excluded
After arrival at the Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport, we will be transferred to our hotel for the accommodation.

Day 2: Mexico City

Deluxe Hotel: Casa Blanca or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included
We will start the panoramic tour of the city, visiting the Historical Center, Cultural Heritage of Humanity, as well as the National Palace, the Plaza de la Constitucion or Zocalo, the Aztec Templo Mayor, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, as well as its main avenues, then we will visit the Chapultepec Forest and the Paseo de la Reforma. In the afternoon we will go to the XOCHIMILCO neighborhood, a wonderful place with its canals and semi -floating gardens for a ride on a "trajinera". In the evening we will visit the Plaza de Garibaldi, the vibrant epicenter of its music, you will be immersed in a typical Mexican show while enjoying live music. Dinner is included in a typical restaurant.
  • Mexico City, MX

    Mexico City, MX
    The capital of Mexico and one of the most important economic centers in the world traces its history back to the year 1351 and the Aztec empire's famous Tenochtitlan. It is a center of world history and Mexican culture.

    Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral

    Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
    The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven is the largest cathedral in the Americas,and seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Mexico.

    Plaza de la Constitucion

    The Plaza de la Constitución (English: Constitution Square) is a plaza occupying a full square block in the heart of the civic district of Santiago, Chile. It is located in front of the northern facade of the Palacio de la Moneda and is surrounded by other government buildings such as those housing the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Justice, Banco Central de Chile and the Intendencia de Santiago.

    Palacio Nacional

    The National Palace is the seat of the federal executive in Mexico. It is located on Mexico City's main square, the Plaza de la Constitución (El Zócalo).

    Zócalo

    This is the heart of Mexico City. The Zocalo is often the site of major parades in the city including the Mexico City Alebrije Parade.

    Paseo de la Reforma

    Templo Mayor

    The temple is the symbol of Mexico today. In Aztec belief this was, literally, the center of the universe. Standing about ninety feet high, the majestic structure consisted of two stepped pyramids rising side by side on a huge platform. It dominated both the Sacred Precinct and the entire city.

    Xochimilco

    Xochimilco is the Historic Center of Mexico City. Situated on the southern shore of Lake Xochimilco, the borough is best known for its canal system and trajinera rides (gondola-like boats). This popular tourist attraction provides fascinating atmosphere, food, and music.

    Trajinera Rides

    Get an immersive lesson in local Mexican culture by riding a traditional trajinera - a Mexican-style gondola - on the canals of Xochimilco, a small town with a lively atmosphere.

    Duration: 1-4 Hours

    Plaza Garibaldi

    Plaza Garibaldi is located in historic downtown Mexico City,which is known as Mexico City's home of mariachi music. At all hours of the day and night, mariachi bands can be found playing or soliciting gigs from visitors to the Plaza.

Day 3: Mexico City - Cholula - Puebla (109 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Four Point or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Departure to Puebla, visiting the ex-Hacienda Chautla, famous for its English-style castle located in the middle of an artificial lake among forests. Visit the Ex Hacienda Chautla, famous for its English-style castle in the middle of an artificial lake surrounded by forests (in February and March 2025 we will visit Teotihuacan instead of the Ex Hacienda Chautla). Afterward, we will visit the picturesque Cholula with its pretty square, and the beautiful Sanctuary of Nuestra Senora de los Remedios, from where we can admire a magnificent panorama. Finally, we will go to the beautiful city of Puebla de Los Angeles, where we will appreciate the Chapel of the Rosary, the Cathedral, the main square, and the historic center.
  • Cholula, MX

    Cholula is best known for its Great Pyramid, with the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios sanctuary on top, as well as its numerous churches.
  • Puebla, MX

    Due to its history and architectural styles ranging from Renaissance to Mexican Baroque, the city was named a World Heritage Site in 1987. The city is also famous for mole poblano, chiles en nogada and Talavera pottery.

    the Chapel of the Rosary

    Puebla is Unesco´s World Heritage site. As Puebla's majestic Cathedral at the main Square, the chapel of the Rosary, is considered the eighth wonder of the art world.

    Ex Hacienda Chautla

    Ex Hacienda Chautla, famous for its English-style castle in the middle of an artificial lake surrounded by forests.

Day 4: Puebla - Monte Alban - Oaxaca City (272 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Oaxaca Real or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
We will visit Monte Alban, an archaeological site built on a mountain, where we will find evidence of the Olmec, Zapotec, and Mixtec cultures: the Great Plaza, the Observatory, Tomb Number 7, and the Stelae of the Dancers. Afterward, we will arrive in Oaxaca and have the afternoon free to enjoy the city
  • Monte Alban, MX

    Monte Alban is a large pre-Columbian archaeological site in the Santa Cruz Xoxocotlan Municipality in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca.
  • Oaxaca City, MX

    The city centre was included in a World Heritage Site designated by UNESCO, in recognition of its treasure of historic buildings and monuments.

Day 5: Oaxaca City - San Pablo Villa de Mitla - Istmo de Tehuantepec - Tuxtla Gutierrez (422 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Holiday Inn Express or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded
Early in the morning, we will depart from the hotel in Oaxaca for San Pablo Villa de Mitla, Magic Town, where we will walk next to the church of San Pablo from the XVI century and its beautiful rustic streets. We will then continue our route through the mountains of Oaxaca to Istmo. Along the route, we will stop to enjoy lunch (included). Finally, we will arrive at Tuxtla Gutierrez, the capital of the state of Chiapas.
  • San Pablo Villa de Mitla, MX

    Famous for its ancient Zapotec ruins with intricate geometric mosaics, Mitla is a UNESCO site in Oaxaca. Explore archaeological wonders, colonial churches, and vibrant handicraft markets. Just 40km from Oaxaca City, it’s a must-visit for history and culture lovers!
  • Istmo de Tehuantepec, MX

    This narrow land bridge between oceans offers wild winds, rich indigenous culture (like Juchitan's famous muxes), and epic wind farms. Discover vibrant markets, Pacific beaches, and the "Tehuano" breeze that powers Mexico. A unique mix of tradition and renewable energy!
  • Tuxtla Gutierrez, MX

    The capital and the largest city of the Mexican southeast state of Chiapas. It is the most developed, populated and therefore the state's most important municipality.

Day 6: Tuxtla Gutierrez - Canon del Sumidero - Chiapa de Corzo - Zinacantan - San Juan Chamula - San Cristobal de las Casas (69 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Diego de Mazariegos or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
We depart for Sumidero Canyon, where we will board a boat to navigate the impressive canyon, which is almost 1 km deep and 14 km long. Afterward, we will take a walk through Chiapa de Corzo, a colonial site of tradition and culture. We will visit beautiful indigenous communities of the Tzotzil ethnic group; first visiting Chamula to learn and understand the fusion of contemporary traditions and ancestral Mayan characteristics that characterize this place. Afterward, we will continue to Zinacantan, where we will observe the women working the backstrap loom and admire the beautiful dresses worn by the women, as well as small shops and handicraft workshops. We will visit San Juan Chamula, which will surprise us with its impressive church that mixes Christianity and pre-Columbian traditions in its rites. At the end of the visit, we will drive to San Cristobal de Las Casas and spend the rest of the day at leisure to enjoy this beautiful colonial city founded in 1528
  • Canon del Sumidero, MX

    A deep natural canyon located just north of the city of Chiapa de Corzo in the state of Chiapas, in southern Mexico. It has vertical walls which reach as high as 1,000 metres (3,300 ft), with the river turning up to 90 degrees during the 13-kilometre (8.1 mi) length of the narrow passage. The canyon is surrounded by the Sumidero Canyon National Park.
  • Chiapa de Corzo, MX

    Chiapa de Corzo is a small city situated in the west-central part of the Mexican state of Chiapas. It is a important city because the earliest inscribed date, the earliest form of hieroglyphic writing and the earliest Mesoamerican tomb burial have all been found here.
  • Zinacantan, MX

    Zinacantan is a municipality in the southern part of the Central Chiapas highlands in the Mexican state of Chiapas.
  • San Juan Chamula, MX

    San Juan Chamula is a municipality and township in the Mexican state of Chiapas. It is situated some 10 km (6.2 mi) from San Cristobal de las Casas
  • San Cristobal de las Casas, MX

    San Cristóbal de las Casas is a town located in the Central Highlands region of the Mexican state of Chiapas. This is a lovely and lively town in Southern Mexico, largely inhabited by indigenous people, which adds an interesting cultural flair.

Day 7: San Cristobal de las Casas - Ocosingo - Agua Azul - Salto de Agua - Palenque (177 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Hotel Plaza Palenque Inn or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

A stage of beautiful mountain landscapes in the interior of Chiapas, inhabited by communities that have maintained their language and traditions of Mayan origin. We will have a stop in Ocosingo, the regional capital. After that we will continue to Agua Azul, the National Park, we will have a stop to enjoy lunch and time to walk or swim among the more than 50 waterfalls between 3 and 30 meters high. We will continue to Misol-HA, an impressive waterfall, where you can walk along the path behind the waterfall. Afterward, we will head to Palenque to enjoy a delicious dinner.

Note: In the Ocosingo region there are occasionally roadblocks (due to social tensions in the area). Should this occur, an alternative route would be taken, eliminating the stops in Ocosingo, Agua Azul, and Misol and instead visiting the city of Villahermosa and the ecological reserve of Yumka.

  • Ocosingo, MX

    Nestled in the Lacandon Jungle, Ocosingo is your gateway to Mayan wonders like Tonina's towering pyramids. Explore vibrant indigenous culture, coffee plantations, and the stunning Agua Azul waterfalls nearby. A perfect blend of adventure and tradition in southern Mexico!
  • Agua Azul, MX

    The Cascadas de Agua Azul are a series of waterfalls found on the Xanil River in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas.
  • Salto de Agua, MX

    Salto de Agua is a town and one of the 119 Municipalities of Chiapas, in southern Mexico.

    Misol-Ha Waterfalls

    The Cascada de Misol-Ha is a waterfall located in the Municipality of Salto de Agua, 20 kilometers from Palenque by the road that leads towards San Cristobal de las Casas.
  • Palenque, MX

    Palenque, MX
    Palenque is an ancient mayan city site in Chiapas. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987.

Day 8: Palenque - Campeche (359 km)

Deluxe Hotel: City Express by Marriott or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
We will visit the impressive archaeological site of Palenque, a Mayan city surrounded by jungle, where we will see its temples, pyramids, and ball games. Afterward, we will head towards the Gulf of Mexico through the state of Tabasco to Campeche, a city known for its colonial buildings and its 16th-century fortifications, famous for the constant pirate attacks that have left it surrounded by forts and walls
  • Palenque, MX

    Palenque, MX
    Palenque is an ancient mayan city site in Chiapas. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987.

    Temple of the Inscriptions

    The temple of inscriptions is situated at the foot of the northern hills of Mexico's chiapas mountains, a site of the ancient city of palenque.The underground chamber is below the high platform, above which is the temple, called the palenque temple, which contains the shape of a drum and a tablet of two stone tablets, with hieroglyphics.
  • Campeche, MX

    Campeche, MX
    Campeche is a historical fairyland, its walled city center is a tight enclave of restored pastel buildings, narrow cobblestone streets, fortified ramparts, and well-preserved mansions. It was added to UNESCO's list of World Heritage sites in 1999.

Day 9: Campeche - Merida (186 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Departure to the state of YUCATAN, and in just over two hours, we arrive in Merida. Visit the city, the vibrant capital of the state that treasures a rich colonial and Mayan heritage, we know the fortified cathedral of Merida and the limestone church of the Third Order, as well as the Casa de Montejo, a mansion of the sixteenth-century, is an emblem of colonial architecture plateresque. Afternoon at leisure, we suggest you visit the Museum of the Mayan World on your own. In the evening, we include a transfer to attend the “Representation of the Mayan ball”
  • Merida, MX

    Merida is the capital of Mexico's Yucatan state.It is located in the northwest of the state, about 35 kilometers (22 miles) from the gulf of Mexico.In 2003, the city had a population of 793,000, ranking 11th in all the Mexico.

Day 10: Merida - Izamal - Chichen-Itza - Rio Lagartos (300 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Hotel in Rio Lagartos
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded
Today, we explore the state of Yucatan. Visit Izamal, one of Mexico's most beautiful "Magical Towns." In Chichen Itza, we include entry to this World Heritage Site, featuring the iconic Kukulcun Pyramid and Temple of the Warriors. Enjoy a Mayan cuisine meal. Later, head to Rio Lagartos, a fishing village in a Biosphere Reserve for the lodging.
  • Izamal, MX

    Izamal, known as the "Yellow City," is a charming colonial town in Yucatán. Famous for its vibrant yellow buildings, it features the historic Convento de San Antonio de Padua and ancient Mayan pyramids, blending rich history and culture.
  • Chichen Itza, MX

    Chichen Itza, MX
    Chichen Itza is the largest of the archaeological cities of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. It is one of Mexico's most visited tourist destinations. It was granted World Heritage Site status in 1988 by UNESCO World Heritage Site and was recently selected as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

    El Castillo

    El Castillo, or the Temple of Kukulkan, is the pyramid in the ancient city of Chichen Itza. Unfortunately, visitors are not currently allowed to climb the structure's massive steps, but merely to stand at its base awe-inspiring.

Day 11: Cancun - Valladolid - Cancun (299 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Krystal Urban or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today, we enjoy an exciting day immersed in nature. In the morning, we include a boat ride through the Biosphere Reserve, where you can spot crocodiles, mangroves, pelicans, and pink flamingos. Experience the “mud experience”, known for its exfoliating benefits. Later, we travel to Valladolid, a charming city with a historic center. In the afternoon, visit Cenote Choj Ha, featuring a dry cave and a stunning underground lake for swimming. We then continue to CANCUN, arriving in the late afternoon.
  • Cancun, MX

    Cancun, MX
    This tropical city on the northeastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula is a vacation destination for people around the world. Its bright, sandy beaches and the crystalline blue waters of the Caribbean make it a favorite of beachgoing travelers.

    Rio Lagartos Ecological Reserve

    More than 20,000 pink flamingos come here every year to breed. There are also snow herons, pelicans, white pelicans, and more than 200 species of birds visiting the area, making it one of the best bird-watching spots.
  • Valladolid, MX

    Valladolid is a lovely colonial city in the state of Yucatan. It's streets and buildings retain a strong sense of the past. This peaceful town is also a great place from which to explore Yucatan state.

    Cenote Choj Ha

    Cenote Choj Ha, near Valladolid, is a hidden gem in the Yucatan jungle. This sacred Mayan site features a dry cave and a stunning underground lake, perfect for swimming and exploring its crystal-clear waters.

Day 12: Cancun Free Day

Deluxe Hotel: Krystal Urban or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will enjoy our free day or take other activities.
  • Cancun, MX

    Cancun, MX
    This tropical city on the northeastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula is a vacation destination for people around the world. Its bright, sandy beaches and the crystalline blue waters of the Caribbean make it a favorite of beachgoing travelers.

Day 13: Cancun

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport to board our return flight back home.
What is included / what does it mean the AB, BB, AI for hotels?
AB: American Breakfast
SAI: Semi All Inclusive
BB: Buffet
AI: All Inclusive

Price Includes

  • 02 nights in Mexico City, 1 night in Puebla, 1 night in Oaxaca, 1 night in Tuxtla Gutierrez, 1 night in San Cristobal de las Casas, 1 night in Palenque, 1 night in Campeche, 1 night in Merida, 1 night in Rio Lagartos, 2 nights in Cancun.
  • Daily breakfast
  • Arrival transfer in Mexico City, Land transportation, Departure transfer in Cancun
  • Tour Basilica of Guadalupe, Tour to Garibaldi in Mexico City, Light and Sound Show Piedras Sagradas de Merida.
  • Access to Monte-Alban archaeological site in Oaxaca, Agua Azul National Park, Mayan archaeological site of Palenque, archaeological site of Chichen Itza
  • English speaking guide

Price Excludes

  • Entrance fees not included in description
  • Meals and drinks unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Cost of optional activities
  • Air fares and airport taxes

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