LA RUTA MAYA

15 days from GBP2,147 to GBP2,189 including flights

Tripcode: AUR

An in-depth exploration of the delights of Central America: tropical jungles, palm-fringed beaches, Indian markets and the majestic ruins of the Maya

Selling tomatoes, Chichicastenango market

It was across this region of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize that the Mayans established one of the most powerful and mysterious empires of the ancient world. The ruined limestone temples and pyramids of their massive cities, which lay undiscovered in the jungles for hundreds of years, are among the world's most impressive sites. The coast is smattered with palm beaches and this tour also includes attractive and lively towns and markets, high volcanic mountains and the beautiful turquoise lakes of Atitlan and Bacalar.

Itinerary

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Day 1	Fly to Guatemala City; transfer to Antigua.
Day 2	Morning tour of the beautiful colonial city; afternoon drive to lakeside town of Panajachel.
Day 3	Boat trip on Lake Atitlan to discover traditional villages.
Day 4	Drive into Mexico; to San Cristobal de las Casas.
Day 5	Explore the colourful city and nearby traditional Indian villages.
Day 6	Visit Agua Azul Waterfalls; to Palenque.
Day 7	Tour of Mayan pyramids and temples, partially hidden in the jungle; afternoon drive to Campeche.
Day 8	Drive via impressive Mayan ruins of Uxmal to colonial Merida; afternoon walking tour of the city.
Day 9	Visit Mexico's most famous Mayan site at Chichen Itza; continue to Tulum.
Day 10	Free day for relaxation on the beach or optional activities.
Day 11	Afternoon drive to Bacalar.
Day 12	Drive through Belize to Flores in Guatemala.
Day 13	Visit Tikal, deep in jungle, the most impressive Mayan city; fly to Guatemala City and transfer to Antigua.
Day 14	Depart.
Day 15	Arrive London.

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