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Treasures of the Yucatan
Explore the history of ancient civilizations during this grand Regional Discovery vacation. Spend the first night in beautiful Cancun, then see the beachfront ruins at Tulum and the Mayan city of Coba en route to legendary Chichen Itza. During your stay, visit the Ball Court, El Castillo, and the Cenote Sagrado. Next, stop in Izamal, a classic Mayan religious site, on the way to Uxmal with its famous ruins. Visit the Palace of Masks in Kabah before reaching Merida. There you will enjoy city sightseeing and a visit to the cathedral, and learn more about the Mayan culture at the Museum of Anthropology and History. On to the Mayan city of Ek Balam and its enormous pyramid. A stop in the charming town of Valladolid before returning to Cancun, the perfect ending to your Yucatan discovery.
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| Call (630) 879-2930 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6534015 | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Cancun | (Sun.) Transfer to your oceanfront resort in this Caribbean paradise. This evening, enjoy a WELCOME RECEPTION and meet your traveling companions. (R) | | Day 2 | Chichen Itza | (Mon.) First, we'll visit the beachfront ruins of TULUM. This stunning 12th-century site, once inhabited by the Mayas and Toltecs , is set atop coastal cliffs overlooking the Caribbean. From here it is a short drive to COBA, an important Mayan city during the 8th and 9th centuries with an estimated population of 50,000 but which was abandoned for unknown reasons. The present-day village straddles Lago Coba and is surrounded by dense jungle. In the late afternoon, arrive at Chichen Itza, where the renowned Mayaland Hotel is your home for the next two nights. (B,L,D) | | Day 3 | Chichen Itza | Chichen Itza(Tue.) A full day to explore this most important and strategic ancient city. CHICHEN ITZA was built by the Maya Chichen Itza between 600 and 900 A.D.; abandoned by the end of the 10th century' and re-established in the 11th and 12th centuries, possibly by the Toltecs. The site sits amid three miles of cleared forest scrub. Visit the BALL COURT, site of many human sacrifices, EL CASTILLO, a formidable building dedicated to the high priest, and the CENOTE SAGRADO, the sacred well once filled with priceless treasures offered to the gods. This evening, enjoy a SOUND and LIGHT SHOW. (B,L,D) | | Day 4 | Uxmal | (Wed.) Today we drive to Izamal, a charming town that was once a classic Mayan religious site and later a center of the Spanish attempt to Christianize the Maya. Tour the Convent, built between 1549 and 1562, and visit the local market before enjoying lunch at an area restaurant. This evening, enjoy an exciting SOUND AND LIGHT SHOW. (B,L,D) | | Day 5 | Merida | (Thu.) This morning we visit UXMAL. Built during the Classic Period, Uxmal is the most famous of the ruins in the Puuc region . Its architecture is considered one of the masterpieces of the old civilization. Later, visit KABAH, a small but interesting archaeological site famous for its PALACE OF MASKS. Journey on to Merida, capital of the Yucatan state and its colonial heart. This evening, take a stroll around this friendly town and explore some of the interesting shops and restaurants. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for the best way to spend your evening. (B,L) | | Day 6 | Merida | (Fri.) Conquered in 1542 by Francisco de Montejo, Merida remained under Spanish control for the next 300 years. This morning's city tour showcases a variety of European architectural styles by visiting the CATHEDRAL, the zocalo (main square), and the elegant Paseo Montejo boulevard. Later, visit the MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY AND HISTORY with its excellent displays of Mayan artifacts from various sites in the Yucatan. Enjoy leisure time this afternoon to relax in your centrally located hotel, shop for local wares, or maybe visit nearby museums such as the Museum of Popular Art, showcasing Mayan art, handicrafts, and clothing. (B,L) | | Day 7 | Cancun | (Sat.) Today we visit the enormous, elaborate, acropolis pyramid located inside the Mayan site of EK BALAM. Meaning "black jaguar," Ek Balam was at the height of its importance as a Mayan city during the Late Classic Period (600-900 A.D.). When the Maya abandoned the site, it went under cover as the dense low-lying jungle of the Yucatan engulfed it. Found by archaeologists and adventurers, its restoration has been ongoing since 1997. Next we visit the small but charming town of Valladolid before making our way back to Cancun. This evening your Tour Director hosts a festive FAREWELL DINNER. (B,D) | | Day 8 | Return Home | (Sun.) The vacation ends this morning with guests departing on individual schedules. (B) |
| | | CANCUN Omni Cancun Hotel (D) | | CHICHEN ITZA Hotel Mayaland (F) | | UXMAL Hacienda Uxmal (F) | | MERIDA Hyatt Regency (D) |
| | US$ Price Details Applicable air fare taxes and fees Single Room Supplement:
YY $445; YYE $593. Triple Room reduction per person: YY $46; YYE $81. Extra nights in Cancun:
Feb & Mar: in single room $278; in twin room $167; in triple room $142. Apr-Nov: In single room $206; in twin room $134; in triple room $107. 2009 prices and itineraries subject to change.
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-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices. Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking. Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable. Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature. |
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