Mexico Morelia
Gulf of Mexico
Cancun Merida
Mexico City
Isla Mujeres
Zihuatanejo
Places visited
Acapulco
1 or more nightstops
Cancun
Grande Mexico
Day 1: Mexico City to Morelia. Rich in history and culture, Morelia offers fascinating colonial architecture, picturesque streets and delicious local food. In the evening watch the spectacular illumination of Mexico’s most beautiful cathedral, then hit the streets for a night out on the town. Hotel (B,D)
Itinerary
13 Days from L1145 All this included
12 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation 13 breakfasts (B) and 6 dinners (D) as per itinerary Experienced Tour Manager & Driver Modern air-conditioned coach Flights from Mexico City to Merida Inclusions and sightseeing as outlined in Included Highlights box
scene Morelia Walking tour of the Mexico City Colonial City City Sightseeing including All these highlights along with city sightseeing See the illumination of the National Palace, the are included in your tour price! the cathedral Zocalo & Chapultepec Park Visit the local speciality Visit the ancient Aztec sweets and handicrafts city Teotihuacan Market Shop in the colorful
Included Highlights
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Relax and soak up the sun on Playa de Ropa Laze in the sand and surf
Acapulco See the death defying cliff divers Party in the vibrant club
markets of Xochimilco Merida Visit the Mayan ruins of Uxmal Chichen Itza Guided tour of this ancient Mayan temple site Cancun
Free Time ...to explore and do your own thing OR speak with your Tour Manager for details of our "Optional Extras" (at extra cost). Here’s a sample:
Day 3: Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo. Explore the modern resort town of Ixtapa or chill in the quaint beach village of Zihuatenajo. The warm waters are perfect for snorkeling, kayaking, fishing and boat trips. Hotel (B,D) Day 4: Ixtapa to Acapulco. Head to the bright lights and nonstop, 24-hour energy of Acapulco Bay! Watch famous death-defying cliff divers and when the sun sets, tap into the nightlife of Mexico’s ultimate party town. Hotel (B)
Relax on the white sand
Day 5: Acapulco. Get into the local flavour and explore a traditional open air market, relax on a sun-drenched beach, sample mouth-watering seafood, or unleash your adrenaline on a parasailing adventure. Hotel (B)
beaches
Day 6: Acapulco to Mexico City. En route to Mexico City, stop in Taxco, known for its fine silver, and browse through the artisan shops lining cobblestone streets. Hotel (B)
Enjoy the legendary
nightlife
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo • Horseback riding • Kayak tour Acapulco • Sunset cruise • Para sailing Merida • Horse drawn carriage ride Isla Mujeres • Snorkeling • Garrafon Natural Reef Eco Park
Mexican mariachis
Day 2: Morelia to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo. Journey into the never-ending summer of the Mexican Riviera and kick back in the neighboring beach towns of Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo. Hotel (B)
Cancun • Jungle tour/Zipline • Xcaret Ecological Park
Day 7: Mexico City. Start the day with an excursion to remarkable ancient ruins of Teotihuacan. Then it’s off through “The City of Palaces” where you’ll see a multitude of ancient ruins and colonial-influenced and modern architecture. Later, feast on the city’s urban energy with its sidewalk cafes, bazaars, boutiques, and museums. Hotel (B,D)
Day 8: Mexico City to Merida. Leave behind the charismatic urban colossus of Mexico City and fly to the beautiful white-stone city of Merida. Make a quick trip to Uxmal, with its magnificent ancient pyramids and temples. Then return to Merida for a tour of the city’s superb buildings, palaces and haciendas. Hotel (B,D) Day 9: Merida to Isla Mujeres via Chichen Itza. Take a captivating journey through Mayan history on a guided tour at Chichen Itza – a spectacular ancient ceremonial centre. After lunch, head to the coast, catch a ferry, and touch down on the white-sandy beaches of Isla Mujeres. Hotel (B) Day 10: Isla Mujeres. Fill your day with fun activities like snorkeling tropical reefs, riding a moped around the island, or taking a boat trip to a unique island sanctuary. Hang out in the open-air cafes and stroll the pedestrian streets of this casual, laid-back Caribbean isle. Hotel (B,D) Day 11: Isla Mujeres to Cancun. Leave the little beach island behind and head to modern megaresort of Cancun with its exotic Caribbean splendor, unrivaled shopping and nightlife, and endless outdoor activities. Hotel (B) Day 12: Cancun. Soak up all the action you want today - jet-ski through a jungle lagoon, learn to scuba dive, or day trip to an ecoarcheological park. And for your last night, party in rocking bars and dance clubs ’til the sun comes up. Hotel (B,D) Day 13: Cancun. This morning the tour ends and it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Refer to contiki.com/ grande-mexico
CODE: MEXC 2009/10 Start Mexico City
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Single rooms available, supplements apply
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Early Payment Discount 6 MONTH DISCOUNT SAVE w55 12 MONTH DISCOUNT SAVE w109