Highlands & Ruins
• Mexico City • San Cristobal de las Casas • Palenque • Campeche • Merida • Chichen Itza • Cancun or the Caribbean Coast
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AUD
$4,305
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Days
10
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Nights
9
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AUD
$4,305
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Days
10
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Nights
9
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Introduction
The heart of Mexico’s culture lies in the Chiapas Highlands, an area of great beauty and important archaeological sites.
Here, you will also find the indigenous cultures of the Choles, Tzeltales and Tzotziles – descendants of the Mayans. Visit the community of San Juan Chamula on a day trip from the colonial city of San Cristobal de las Casas. Continue to the Yucatan to visit important sites including Uxmal, Kabah and the famous Chichen Itza. From Chichen Itza, transfer to Cancun or a resort on the Caribbean Coast.
This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Mexico City
You will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 : Mexico City > San Cristobal de las Casas
Fly to Tuxtla Guiterrez and enjoy a scenic drive to the impressive Sumidero Canyon for a river cruise. Continue to lovely San Cristobal de las Casas a two night stay.
Day 3 : San Cristobal de las Casas
Visit the Indian artisan village of San Juan Chamula and wander the lovely well-preserved colonial streets of San Cristobal. Enjoy the fantastic local Indian markets.
Day 4 : San Cristobal de las Casas > Palenque
A scenic drive through the mountains and valleys of Chiapas State awaits you today. Along the way, visit the beautiful Agua Azul waterfalls to perhaps enjoy a refreshing swim before continuing to Palenque.
Day 5 : Palenque > Campeche
Morning sightseeing of the beautiful UNESCO Heritage listed Mayan ruins of Palenque. Set in tropical jungle, this archaeological gem was at its height around 1300 years ago. From here continue by scenic road some five hours to Campeche.
Day 6 : Campeche
Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of this port city, a colonial gem situated on the Gulf of Mexico.
Day 7 : Campeche > Uxmal/Kabah > Merida
Another two stunning archaeological sites await you today, the ornately carved ruins of Uxmal and Kabah. After touring these continue to Merida.
Day 8 : Merida
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Merida, the charming capital of the Yucatan.
Day 9 : Merida > Chichen Itza
Drive to Chichen Itza and on arrival tour this ‘jewel in the crown’ of Yucatan Mayan sites. See the massive pyramid, ball court, observatory and temples that make Chichen Itza a must see. Overnight at a hotel very close to the ruins.
Day 10 : Chichen Itza > Cancun or the Riviera Maya
Today you will transfer to one of the resorts in Cancun or (for a surcharge) to one of the resorts along the Riviera Maya where your arrangements end on arrival; or to Cancun International Airport for your onward flight.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), AUD
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TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
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2024 |
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1 – 31 Dec |
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4-Star |
AU$4,305 |
AU$7,900 |
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| 5-Star |
AU$5,160 |
AU$9,735 |
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2025 |
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1 Jan – 31 Dec |
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4-Star |
AU$5,035 |
AU$9,280 |
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| 5-Star |
AU$5,765 |
AU$10,905 |
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2024
1 – 31 Dec
4-Star
Twin: from $4305
Single: from $ 7900
5-Star
Twin: from $5160
Single: from $ 9735
2025
1 Jan – 31 Dec
4-Star
Twin: from $5035
Single: from $ 9280
5-Star
Twin: from $5765
Single: from $ 10905
Departs
| Daily, year-round |
Included
- Tailor-made journey
- 9 nights’ accommodation
- 9 breakfasts and 2 lunches
- Meet & Greet at Mexico City International Airport
- English-speaking local guides
- Shared transfers as per the itinerary in 2024 (private transfers in 2025)
- Shared sightseeing as per the itinerary in 2024
- Shared sightseeing days 2 – 6, private sightseeing days 7 – 9 in 2025
- Economy-class flight Mexico City > Tuxtla Guiterrez
- Shared Sumidero Canyon boat cruise
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
Not Included
- Hotel tax in Quintana Roo state; currently USD $5 per room per night
- Departure taxes
- Gratuities
Important Notes
- Please enquire for pricing to extend your stay in Mexico City and/or Cancun/Riviera Maya
- Surcharges apply for Easter/Holy Week and the Christmas & New Year’s period
- Surcharges also apply during other select dates, please contact us for details
- The price of the included flights is subject to change
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
