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Mexico

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8000 years of history and a vibrant exciting culture

Pacific Ocean

Gulf of Mexico

From stunning beach resorts to ancient cities, colonial cities and natural wonders, Mexico has something for everyone! A beautiful, diverse country with 8000 years of history and some of the most advanced cultures ever to walk the earth... all waiting to be discovered.

The warmth of Mexico will entice you with vibrant colours, stunning landscapes, lush tropical jungles and a wonderful blend of culture, music, dance and traditional fiestas that will make this a favourite destination and keep you coming back for many years to come.

Step back in time and hear the notes of a timeless melody drift from a balcony as you wander the cobblestone streets of a heritage designated colonial city preserved in 16th century grandeur where you will find no modern buildings.

Explore the ancient city of Chichen Itza, recently voted as one of the new wonders of the world and be amazed by the Mayan culture. Explore the pyramids of the sun and the moon as well as other fine examples of the legacies of the great civilisations of the Toltecs, the Zapotecs, the Olmecs and the Aztecs.

Marvel at Mexico’s Natural Wonders. The Copper Canyon is four times larger that the Grand Canyon and one of the finest train journeys in the world. Absorb yourself in Chiapas, the wonder of the Sumidero Canyon and a deep jungle experience.

Whatever your passion, whatever your desire, Mexico has

something for everyone!

Mexico

Mexico - something for everyone2

8000 years of history and a vibrant exciting culture

Pacific Ocean

Gulf of Mexico

From stunning beach resorts to ancient cities, colonial cities and natural wonders, Mexico has something for everyone! A beautiful, diverse country with 8000 years of history and some of the most advanced cultures ever to walk the earth... all waiting to be discovered.

The warmth of Mexico will entice you with vibrant colours, stunning landscapes, lush tropical jungles and a wonderful blend of culture, music, dance and traditional fiestas that will make this a favourite destination and keep you coming back for many years to come.

Step back in time and hear the notes of a timeless melody drift from a balcony as you wander the cobblestone streets of a heritage designated colonial city preserved in 16th century grandeur where you will find no modern buildings.

Explore the ancient city of Chichen Itza, recently voted as one of the new wonders of the world and be amazed by the Mayan culture. Explore the pyramids of the sun and the moon as well as other fine examples of the legacies of the great civilisations of the Toltecs, the Zapotecs, the Olmecs and the Aztecs.

Marvel at Mexico’s Natural Wonders. The Copper Canyon is four times larger that the Grand Canyon and one of the finest train journeys in the world. Absorb yourself in Chiapas, the wonder of the Sumidero Canyon and a deep jungle experience.

Whatever your passion, whatever your desire, Mexico has

something for everyone!

+ Beach Resorts + Colonial Cities

+ Natural Wonders + seitiC tneicnA

A division of Pulse Holidays

A division of Pulse Holidays

MEXICO

SOMETHING FOR EVE

RYONE

Beach Resorts - Colonial Cities - Natural Wonders - Ancient Cities

Beach ResortsCancún 4Playa del Carmen 611 day Gran Riviera Maya all inclusive package 8 8 day Cancún package 811 day Royal Riviera Maya all inclusive package 9 8 day Playa del Carmen package 9Cozumel & Isla Mujeres 10Riviera Maya 11Acapulco 12Los Cabos 14Puerto Vallarta 16Ixtapa Zihuatanejo 18

Colonial CitiesMexico City 20Oaxaca 22Merida 24Boutique Haciendas 25San Miguel Allende & Guanajuato 26Taxco 27 Ancient Cities 28Natural WondersChichen Itza 29Copper Canyon 305 day Best of Chiapas tour 32

Tours 8 day The Route of the Gods tour 3210 day Silver tour 3314 day Ancient Route tour 3414 day History & Culture tour 3518 day Pre-Columbian World tour 3615 day Boutique Haciendas of Mexico private tour 3817 day Fiesta and Salsa tour of Mexico and Cuba 39 21 day A Taste of Mexico 40

Director's Choice Top 10 42 Travel tips 43

Booking conditions 44Our brochure range covers Mexico, Cuba and the Caribbean. Ask your travel agent for your copy.

3Mexico – the magic never leaves you

Hotels marked with this stamp are classed as Ultra All Inclusive, which means that nearly everything

you can eat, drink and do is included in the price. This doesn’t just mean the usual buffet meals and second rate drinks; it means all meals, snacks and gourmet dining. It means free flowing, unlimited, premium brand cocktails and hot, live entertainment. It means tennis, wind surfing, sailing and many other non motorised water sports. Many resorts even include free wedding ceremonies if requested. Tipping in these resorts is simply not permitted. It’s not just more, it’s better.

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Caribbean Beach Resorts

Cancún

Cancun PalaceLocated on Cancun’s hotel zone and walking distance to its main attractions, this luxury 5 star hotel has 601 beautifully appointed guestrooms. All rooms feature ocean or lagoon views with private balconies. As with all Palace hotels, the all inclusive means multiple dining options, 24 hour room service and premium bran alcohol are included in the rate. Great hotel for families.

The Royal Cancún This stunning all suite luxury hotel offers refined elegance and unsurpassed quality with a choice of suites, including the only beachfront swim up master suites in Cancun. All suites have state of the art amenities including plasma TV and double Jacuzzis. Royal suites include exceptional additional services for the refined traveller.

Le Meridien Cancún Resort & Spa This elegant beachfront resort with 187 rooms & 26 suites will welcome you with Mexican warmth & charm. There’s something for all the family; the Penguin Club for kids 4–12, the famous European Spa for the adults, stunning pools, a beautiful beach & 3 exquisite restaurants.

Riu Palace Las Americas This stunning beachfront 372 deluxe all suite hotel offers an exceptional level of luxury & comfort. Located in the heart of Punta Cancun, it has magnificent architecture & a wide assortment of restaurants, bars and entertainment, enhanced by personal service and exchange privileges at Riu sister properties.

Le Blanc Resort

This adults only hotel is perfect for couples and honeymooners. Featuring up scaled roomamenities and furnishings, this hotel also offers 6 restaurants and bars, as well as in room liquor dispensers. Palace’s 24 hour room service is also included as is butler service in certain room types.

Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún

A stylish beachfront hotel with 502 well appointed luxury rooms & suites within 3 towers, surrounded by tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls & beautiful pools. All rooms have a balcony, most with water views. The Fiesta Kid’s Club is for children 4–12.

Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach

Dedicated to world class hospitality, this 602 suite luxury resort is walking distance from over 200 restaurants, nightclubs, upmarket boutiques and shopping malls. One of only 4 AAA Five Diamond resorts in the Caribbean, each suite is tastefully appointed, amenity rich & generously proportioned.

1. Riu Caribe 2. Ambiance Villas at Kin-Ha 3. Riu Palace Las Americas4. Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach5. Gran Caribe Real6. The Royal Cancún

7. Fiesta Americana Grand Aqua8. Le Meridien Cancún Resort & Spa9. JW Marriott10. Marriott CasaMagna Cancún11. Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún12. Oasis Cancún

Cancún is considered in the global tourism arena to be THE resort of the new millennium. From ruins to riches, Cancún has it all. It is hard to imagine a site better endowed with natural, cultural and man made attractions. Its stunning beaches must be seen to be believed: smooth, sugar white sand, lapped by the turquoise and emerald waters of the Caribbean Sea.

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Tulum & Xel-HaPerched on a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Tulum is thought to have been a major Mayan port. See the temple of the Frescoes, the temple of the descending God and El Castillo; a temple on the cliff commanding amazing views of the coast. Next you will journey to Xel-Ha, the perfect spot for snorkelling and relaxing, famous for thousands of brightly coloured tropical fish and dramatic limestone formations. Tour includes guide, air conditioned transport, entrance to both sites, food & beverages in all Xel-Ha restaurants. 8am–6pm.

Isla Mujeres Enjoy a wonderful trip to the Island of Women, so called when the Spaniards first arrived and found several female figures. In Mayan times the island was an important sanctuary to the goddess of love, fertility, moon & medicine. Enjoy a snorkelling tour, beach activity or just relax in the sun. Includes a buffet lunch & open bar. 9am–5pm.

Xcaret Xcaret is an experience for all your senses. Named for the ancient Maya word for “little inlet”, Xcaret was one of the cultures’ most important ports and a revered ceremonial centre. Immerse yourself in tradition, nature, wonder, adventure and beauty. Attractions include subterranean rivers, dolphins, tropical birds, turtle breeding farm, coral reef aquarium, museum, butterflies, jaguars, equestrian show and botanical gardens. Tour includes air conditioned transport & entrance fees. 8pm–6pm.

Chichen Itza It’s a must! The majestic city of Chichen Itza awaits you! The capital of the ancient Maya; a civilization archaeologists consider one of the most advanced in the Americas. This mysterious city was an important ceremonial centre. See the magnificent pyramid of Kukulcan; the Temple of the Warriors, the Ball Court, the Observatory and the Sacred Well.Tour includes guide, air conditioned transport, entrance fees and lunch. 8am–7pm.

Coba Mayan Encounter On this active tour you will visit an authentic Mayan community and share in its traditional warmth and charm. Admire their crystal clear lagoon, descend and swim in their precious jewel: the “Balam Kim” cenote. Walk through lush jungle and continue on to explore the ancient city of Coba. Tour includes guide, entrance fees, lunch, use of bicycles, kayaks, Rappel & Z-line equipment. 7.30am–5pm.

Jungle tourA very special experience! Drive your own 2 passenger boat (speed boat or Aqua Ray) on a breathtaking guided voyage across the Nichupte lagoon. Explore the Cancun jungle before reaching living coral reefs and snorkelling on the second largest barrier reef in the world. Tour includes guide, snorkelling gear, life jackets & instruction. Reef tax is NOT included.

Day tours

Marriott CasaMagna CancúnThis premier hotel has beautiful gardens, stunning views of the Caribbean Sea & an extensive beach area. All 452 spacious guestrooms feature Revive bedding, a 32 inch flat panel LCD television, wireless internet & private balcony or terrace. Guests at the CasaMagna enjoy signing privileges at the JW Marriott Resort.

Oasis Cancún A grand scale beachfront all inclusive resort with over 700 rooms located in different pyramids around magnificent gardens. Featuring 8 restaurants, 9 bars & one of the largest swimming pools in Latin America. The perfect choice for guests who wish for an actively rested vacation. All rooms have a balcony or terrace.

Beachscape Kin-Ha Villas & Suites

A beachfront resort that is centrally located and a comfortable walking distance from shops & restaurants. Guest rooms include studios, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom units all with kitchenettes. This is the perfect resort for families and larger groups. The resort also has a large pool, bar, sundeck & 2 restaurants for your enjoyment.

JW Marriott This beachfront resort of distinction has 448 luxuriously furnished, spacious guest rooms each with sumptuous Revive bedding along with a 32 inch flat panel LCD TV, wireless internet & private balcony or terrace. Enjoy the stunning swimming pools & gorgeous beach but be sure to make time to visit the resort’s award winning Mayan themed spa.

Gran Caribe Real The Gran Caribe Real beachfront all inclusive resort boasts 474 deluxe suites commanding gorgeous views of the ocean or lagoon. Enjoy a privileged location in the heart of Cancun with 8 bars and restaurants to choose from, including 24 hour room service and complimentary use of non motorised water sports.

Located on the beautiful Caribbean Coast 75 kilometres south of Cancún, this is the perfect base from which to explore the fascinating sites along the Cancún-Tulum corridor of Quintana Roo State. Although Playa del Carmen is becoming a very popular town, it has been able to maintain its original charm and integrity by protecting that which is so important to its people; the tranquil and hassle free style it is famous for.


Gran Porto Real Superbly located in downtown Playa del Carmen, this beachfront all inclusive resort is architecturally reminiscent of Mexico’s finest haciendas. Each of the 272 stylishly comfortable rooms and suites offer superb amenities with terrace or balcony. This resort is perfect for singles, couples and families with a choice of 9 restaurants, 7 bars & includes full use of non motorised water sports and the Oki Kid’s Club for 4–12 year olds.


Playa del Carmen

Mahekal

Welcome to your Mayan paradise, nestled in lush tropical gardens on a pristine white sand beach just minutes walk from the centre of Playa del Carmen. This family owned and operated resort has three different sections. With breakfast & dinner included this resort is big on hospitality & charm.

Playacar Palace This intimate and luxurious beachfront all inclusive resort offers 208 beautifully appointed rooms all with double Jacuzzi and a balcony or terrace. Indulge in the state of the art spa facility or play a round of golf at the resort’s 18-hole course. Guests enjoy exchange privileges at selected Palace Resorts and a choice of fine dining options.

Riu Playacar Resort A charming, colourful Caribbean style resortopposite a beautiful white sandy beach & surrounded by tropical gardens just 15 minutes from the heart of Playa del Carmen. The property features 386 spacious rooms with a full range of amenities including a mini bar & liquor dispenser. Guests enjoy full use of non motorised water sports, entertainment and superb dining options.

The Royal Playa del Carmen This stunning adults only beachfront, all suite, all inclusive resort is located steps from Playa del Carmen’s famed Fifth Avenue. All suites feature state of the art amenities, a double Jacuzzi, magnificent Royal Beds and private terrace or balcony with hammock. The resort has 7 restaurants, 8 bars & 24 hour room service. Sure to please the most discerning guests!

The Reef Playacar

This beachfront all inclusive resort has 210 rooms within 18 villas, joined by wooden walkways and paths. Lush gardens provide a cool tropical canopy and jungle like privacy. Enjoy a choice of 3 restaurants & 4 bars with nightly entertainment. Daily activities, non motorised water toys & a Kid’s Club for 4–12 year olds are also included.

Alhambra Hotel This small & intimate beachfront hotel has 25 rooms. Yoga instructors, qualified in 3 different disciplines & natural health enthusiasts create a harmonious environment. An excellent bar and restaurant features international cuisine and a large choice of vegetarian meals and seafood. Breakfast is included daily.

El FaroThis beachfront development of 28 one, two and three bedroom apartments is ideal for families, groups or those wanting the luxuryof a fully self contained unit, but with the services of a hotel. With the beach in front and the famous 5th Avenue behind, the location doesn’t get any better than this! Restaurant, bar and pool on site.


Xcaret Xcaret is an experience for all your senses. Named for the ancient Maya word for “little inlet”, Xcaret was one of the cultures’ most important ports and a revered ceremonial centre. Immerse yourself in tradition, nature, wonder, adventure and beauty. Attractions include subterranean rivers, dolphins, tropical birds, turtle breeding farm, coral reef aquarium, museum, butterflies, jaguars, equestrian show and botanical gardens.Tour includes air-conditioned transport & entrance fees. 8pm–6pm.

Chichen Itza It’s a must! The majestic city of Chichen Itza awaits you! The capital of the ancient Maya; a civilization archaeologists consider one of the most advanced in the Americas. This mysterious city was an important ceremonial centre. See the magnificent pyramid of Kukulcan; the Temple of the Warriors, the Ball Court, the Observatory and the Sacred Well.Tour includes guide, air conditioned transport, entrance fees and lunch. 8am–7pm.

Coba Mayan Encounter On this active tour you will visit an authentic Mayan community and share in its traditional warmth and charm. Admire their crystal clear lagoon, descend and swim in their precious jewel: the “Balam Kim” cenote. Walk through lush jungle and continue on to explore the ancient city of Coba. Tour includes guide, entrance fees, lunch, use of bicycles, kayaks, Rappel & Z-line equipment. 7.30am–5pm.

Jungle tourA very special experience! Drive your own 2 passenger boat (speed boat or Aqua Ray) on a breathtaking guided voyage across the Nichupte lagoon. Explore the Cancun jungle before reaching living coral reefs and snorkelling on the second largest barrier reef in the world. Tour includes guide, snorkelling gear, life jackets & instruction. Reef tax is NOT included.

Tulum & Xel-HaPerched on a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea,Tulum is thought to have been a major Mayan port. See the temple of the Frescoes, the temple of the descending God and El Castillo; a temple on the cliff commanding amazing views of the coast. Next you will journey to Xel-Ha, the perfect spot for snorkelling and relaxing, famous for thousands of brightly coloured tropical fish and dramatic limestone formations. Tour includesguide, air-conditioned transport, entrance to both sites, food & beverages in all Xel-Ha restaurants. 8am–6pm.

Day tours Corto Maltes

Sister property to the El Faro, Corto Maltescomprises 15 two bedroom suites. Each suite is uniquely decorated and features an oceanview, balcony and fullty equipped kitchen.Guests are invited to use the pool at the neighbouring El Faro and of course the everbustling 5th Avenue is just steps away for thebest shopping, restaurants and nightlife thatPlaya has to offer.

Mosquito Beach

This adults only hotel, comprising 33 rooms andsuites, is ideally located on the beach and juststeps from 5th Avenue. Each room is decorated in contemporary, Italian design and features a pool,a beachfront bar/restaurant, plus 24 hour room and concierge service. The perfect oasis for those wanting a tranquil getaway.

Mosquito Blue

Located 100m from the beach, this sister hotel to the Mosquito Beach is ideal for those wanting to be located in the heart of the action. Just 1 block from Playa’s famous 5th Ave, this hotel features a pool, restaurant, spa, library, free internet accessand room service Guests are invited to use thehotel’s private beach club. Great for those on abudget.

Real Playa del Carmen

Situated just steps from 5th Ave, this all inclusivehotel is perfect for families or those on a budget.The hotel’s beach club is a 10 min stroll (or shortshuttle ride) away. All rooms and suites are decorated in traditional Mexican décor and have views of the hotel’s luch gardens. Features 3restaurants, 4 bars and 24 hour self service AllInclusive Club with drinks and snacks.

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If you want to explore the local cuisine and nightlife we have made it simple & easy!

Package includes:• 7 nights at your choice of hotel

• All transfers

• Day tour to Chichen Itza

• Day tour to Tulum and Xel-ha

• Day tour to Xcaret

* Airfares NOT included

Package includes:• 5 nights at the Gran Caribe Real Cancun in a Junior Suite

Ocean View

• 5 nights at the Gran Porto Real Playa del Carmen in a Junior Suite Ocean View

• All transfers

• All meals and snacks anytime

• All beverages including alcohol

• Hotels tips, taxes & service charge

• Hotel entertainment

• Kid’s Club

• Unlimited non motorised water toys



• Day tour to Tulum & Xel-ha

• Your choice of an active day tour to Coba or for the not so active a Lobster Dinner Cruise


Caribbean Beach Resorts – Packages

Gran Riviera Maya11 day all inclusive Cancun & Playa del Carmen package

A stay at the sister resorts of The Gran Caribe Real in Cancun and The Gran Porto Real in Playa del Carmen is the ULTIMATE holiday with something for everyone. Singles, couples & families will be amazed at the inclusions, the entertainment and the water toys on offer to make this a hassle free holiday.

No paying for meals or drinks and most importantly NO tipping! OLE!

Cancun8 day package

Cancun & Playa del Carmen11 day all inclusive


Take your all inclusive holiday to the next level with The Royal service and upgraded amenities of the stunning adults only sister properties The Royal in Cancun and The Royal in Playa del Carmen. Pure indulgence!

Caribbean Beach Resorts – Packages

Royal Riviera Maya

Package includes:• 5 nights at The Royal

in Cancun in a Royal Junior Suite Ocean View

• 5 nights at The Royal in Playa del Carmen in a Royal Junior Suite Ocean View

• All transfers

• All meals including Royal gourmet dining

• Snacks anytime

• All beverages including premium brand alcohol

• Hotel tips, taxes & service charge

• Hotel entertainment

• Unlimited non motorised water toys



• Day tour to Tulum & Xel-ha

• Your choice of an active day tour to Coba or, for the not so active, a Lobster Dinner Cruise

*Airfares NOT included

Playa del Carmen If you want to explore the local cuisine and nightlife we have made it simple & easy!

Package includes:• 7 nights at your choice of hotel

• All transfers


• Day tour to Tulum and Xel-ha



Cancun & Playa del Carmen11 day all inclusive luxury

8 day package


Isla MujeresCozumel is part of the second longest reef system in the world. The coral that has petrified over the millenniums is home to hundreds of species of brilliant tropical fish and extensive plant life. It provides some of the best diving waters not only in Mexico, but in the entire world. It has fabulous areas and ecosystems unique to the region, World Heritage sites and nature reserves just waiting to be explored.


Island Retreats

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Cozumel Palace Resort This beachfront all inclusive resort exudes refined taste with friendly service located 10 minutes from the airport. All 175 spacious junior suites feature a double Jacuzzi, balcony or terrace with hammock, in room liquor dispenser & 24 hour room service. 3 restaurants, bars, pools and non motorised water toys will add to your enjoyment.

Fiesta Americana Dive Resort The perfect departure point for discovering ecological parks & dive sites on the second largest barrier reef in the world. The 224 rooms & suites have room for all your dive equipment. This hotel is a paradise within paradise featuring a quay and private beach club, 3 restaurants, 2 bars, pool & Kid’s Club.

Isla Mujeres is a refreshing throwback to the days before Cancún existed. The pace is relaxed, the atmosphere unpretentious and the setting is pure magic. Its western shore has several splendid beaches with soft white sand and tranquil, warm water.

Isla Mujeres Palace

Located on the serene and laid back Isla mujeres, this 62 room resort is as cozy and discreet as the island itself. All rooms featurea double Jacuzzi and the resort itself featuresa pool with swim up bar, kid’s club, gym, kayaks, games, daily activities as well as 2bars and 2 restaurants.

Hotel Villa Rolandi This stunning 28 suite hotel overlooks the Caribbean Sea, with views to Cancun and the mainland. Located between the beach and the lagoon Makax, where the hotel’s luxury yacht that provides your island transfers is moored. The hotel is renowned for its Casa Rolandi gourmet restaurant and Thalasso Spa. Breakfast & lunch or dinner is lncluded.

Privilege Aluxes Situated close the downtown, Privileges features rooms and suites and is brimming with new, modern facilities. The hotel is located in front of Playa Norte, considered the best beach on theisland. Features 2 swimming pools, 24 roomsservices with golf and fishing nearby. Available inall inclusive or bed and breakfast.



Riviera Maya

This stunning region, located on the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, is made up of independent communities. Here the towns are small and there are fewer tourists, with kilometres of solitary virgin beaches, sparkling white sand and crystalline turquoise waters stretching out before your eyes. This part of the Mexican Caribbean has exciting places to explore; a whole world for those who seek closer contact with nature. Activities are diverse, from bird watching, sea and cave diving, horse riding and snorkelling, to discovering eco-parks or simply becoming one with nature and exploring nearby jungle.

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MaromaPlaya del Carmen

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Hotel Maroma Beach Experience the magic & beauty of a paradise found in a breathtaking corner of the Yucatan jungle. You will find natural harmony & a spiritual relationship between land & sea. Each luxury room or suite has the very best amenities, stunning décor & relaxing hammock on a private balcony/terrace. Daily breakfast & return transfers are included.

Aventura Spa Palace Take your body, mind & spirit on a journey that will purify, restore & revitalise at this beachfront, all inclusive, adults only retreat. Each luxurious room has a private balcony with two person hammock, double Jacuzzi, in room liquor dispenser & superb amenities. The resort has many dining options & exchange privileges at select Palace Resorts.

Explorean A romantic paradise in the Mayan jungle, the Explorean Kohunlich is a unique concept in a unique location. Explore remote archaeological sites & experience the beauty of nature. This all inclusive resort has superb amenities & services including dining under the stars. More than an exclusive nature resort, it’s one of the finest experiences in life!

Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita

Limited to just 90 luxury suites this boutique resort offers a completely new kind of vacation experience focused on wellness, serenity and romance as well as social & environmental responsibiltiy. Set on 14 acres including a private beach the resort is located 20 minutes from Cancun’s airport and includes private chauffered transfers and “Endless Privileges”.

Secrets MaromaLocated on the beautiful Maroma Beach, this all adults only resort is the perfect getaway for couples and honeymooners. With 412 luxurious suites, 24hr room service, 7 restaurants, 8 bars and 12 pools this hotel is quiet simply irresistible! Also features a Pevonia Spa, fitness centre, open air theatre and 24 hr concierge service.

Dreams Riviera Cancun Located on the Riviera Maya some 15 mins from Cancun airport this new addition to the Dreams family is perfect for couples, singles and families. Boasting 9 restaurants, 6 bars and a kid’s club, Dreams Rivera Cancun also features the signature Unlimited Luxury all inclusive program, including24 hour room service. Also features connectingrooms for larger families.

Secrets Silversands This 433 suited hotel features 8 restaurants, 6 bars, a fitness centre and offers activities such as sailing, kayaking, snorkeling and diving.It boasts the Unlimited Luxury program (all inclusive) which includes 24 hours room service. Located on the Riviera Maya, this hotelis 10 mins from the airport and 20 mins from Cancun.

Dreams Tulum Situated just minutes from the famous Mayan ruins, Dreams Tulum is a pristine getaway forfamilies, singles and couples. This 5 star luxury resort is nestled between the stunning Caribbeanand lush tropical gardens. It features 7 restaurants, 6 bars, a kid’s club and 24 hourroom service.

There is nothing like Acapulco’s magic.

It was the first resort to attract international visitors to Mexico, the first to invent its own style of fun that soon became internationally renowned, the first to create discos to out dazzle any others in the world, the first to offer nights that sparkled just as much as the days and the first to offer non stop entertainment that runs all year long.

Few resorts in the world deliver better value for money, few are blessed with such wonderful year round weather and few serve up holiday pleasures quite the way Acapulco does.

1. Fiesta Americana Villas Acapulco 2. Copacabana3. Grand Hotel

Acapulco4. Camino Real

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Camino Real Diamante Tucked into the steep mountainside that overlooks the Bay of Puerto Marques, all 157 rooms and suites have a scenic view over the stunning bay and located only 15 minutes from downtown Acapulco. You will also enjoy 3 beautiful swimming pools including one for the kids, 2 specialty restaurants, pool & lobby bar. Your guest room will have all luxury amenities you would expect to make your stay enjoyable.

Quinta Real The exclusive Quinta Real Acapulco lies perched on a hill in Punta Diamante on one of the most beautiful bays of Mexico. This boutique Grand Class property offers exquisite guestrooms & amenities & is renowned for its hospitality, service, dining & spa. Here you will find a true paradise of absolute relaxation for the discerning guest.

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La Quebrada This is the site of the famous cliff diving performance, one of Mexico’s featured attractions since 1940. The divers plunge from cliffs 42m above the Pacific, landing in an inlet with a depth of less than 3m. The evening show is performed with divers carrying torches, an unforgettable spectacle. Tour includes entrance fees and transport to/from your hotel to the venue at La Perla nightclub on the edge of the cliff. Dinner is included.

Acapulco city tourThe sights of Acapulco half day tour. Visit the traditional heart of the city, noted for its bustling seaside promenade, the San Diego Fort and the main square (zocalo), which is a tree-shaded plaza teeming with activity. The zocalo faces one of Mexico’s most unusual churches, the Nuestra Senora de la Soledad Church.

Bay cruises – day and sunset Cruise around scenic Acapulco Bay and nearby Puerto Marques. Day cruises point out some of the interesting sites, such as the mansion where JFK spent his honeymoon, and the sunset cruises allow you to see Acapulco’s lights over the bay. The night lights of Acapulco are nothing short of spectacular.

Grand Hotel Acapulco The Grand Acapulco Hotel & Convention Centre has a privildged location in the Bay of Acapulco. All the 632 guest rooms and suites featrue private balconies and have breathtaking views of the bay or mountains. The hotel is locate near major restaurants, shopping and nightlife and features two swimming pools, a variety of bars and a Spa.

Las Brisas Acapulco Situated on the hillside with spectacular views, this hotel is an Acapulco legend. Featuring its signature pink jeeps as transport (there are nolifts) Las Brisas is Acapulco royalty! All suites and casitas come with either a private or shared pool and daily continental breakfast. A 5 minute shuttle will take guests to the beach club. But make sure you are back in time for nightfall and one of the most unforgettable views you will ever see.

Copacabana Beach Hotel In the heart of the golden zone, on Acapulco’s best beach, surrounded by prestigious restaurants, bars & nightclubs, this hotel has 430 deluxe rooms & suites. Enjoy ocean views from your private terrace or balcony. Rooms are spacious and well appointed for a comfortable stay.

Fiesta Americana Villas Acapulco

In the heart of the Condessa district, near restaurants, nightclubs & shopping, this well known resort has recently undergone changes & now offers studios, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites & stand-alone villas. Other facilities include 3 restaurants, 3 bars, 3 pools, health club, Fiesta Kid’s Club & so much more.

Day tours

Fiesta Americana Grand los Cabos

This elegant world class resort crowns a stunning beach & offers 250 luxurious state of the art rooms & suites, all with private balcony & views of the beach & the Sea of Cortez. The resort boasts 5 stunning swimming pools, 3 restaurants, 3 bars, spa, fitness centre, Fiesta Kid’s Club & 2 on site golf courses.

At the tip of Mexico`s Baja California peninsula are the twin towns of Los Cabos; Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo. They are the perfect destinations for fun, relaxation, nightlife and adventure, all in a setting of extraordinary natural beauty.

Cabo San Lucas, is a long time favourite for anglers with its large marina and beautiful bay where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean. Famous for its causal atmosphere, stunning beaches, exciting nightlife and for El Arco, a magnificent natural rock formation at Land`s End. Five sub-marine Canyons make this a diving Mecca, a popular spring break destination and a hideaway for the rich and famous.

San Jose del Cabo, twenty miles northeast, is a charming and romantic colonial town with the flavour of Old Mexico. A family orientated traditional town, San Jose is the quieter side and offers the area's best surf beaches and is the ideal destination for nature and adventure lovers.

There is something for every one under the Baja sun!


Beach Resorts

Los Cabos

Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Resort & Spa

Set amidst 28 acres of gardens, a private beach & the Jack Nicklaus designed Ocean Golf Course. Featuring old world hacienda style architecture, fountains, pools, cafes & shops. Each of 270 guestrooms & suites have Mexican décor, the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed, private terrace & whirlpool tub.

Riu Santa Fe

This all inclusive hotel is located next to theRiu Palace and features 902 rooms and suites.Situated 4.5km from downtown Cabo San Lucas, the Santa Fe boosts 24 hour all inclusive,a kid’s club, 5 restaurants and 7 bars and 2 swimming pools. Great for singles, couplesand families.

Posada Real San Jose del Cabo Posada Real los Cabos enjoys a prime beachfront location offering guests unlimitedaccess to the pristine beaches of Los Cabos. It is conveniently located in the San Jose delCabo hotel zone and is close San Jose and some of the most renowned golf course in thearea. Great for families.

Hilton Los Cabos With 2 spectacular 18-hole championship golf courses (El Dorado by Jack Nicklaus & Cabo Real by Robert Trent Jones) this is a must do for serious golfers! After a hard days play, retreat to your recently upgraded, richly styled guestroom or suite to enjoy the special touches of an oversized tub, L’Occitane bath amenities & luxury surroundings.

Wyndham Cabo San Lucas Resort Guests at the newly renovated Tesoro Los Cabos have easy access to excellent dining and shopping, as well as famous nighspots like No Worry’s,Squid Roe, Hard Rock Cafe, Cabo Wabo Cantina, Giggling Marlin and the Mambo Cafe. The resort features Santa Fe style architecture and boasts 286 rooms and suites and an oversized pool to enjoy.


Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach

Tranquil & secluded, set on 50 acres away from the concentration of hotels along the Sea of Cortez, with an expansive private beach. This luxury all suite hotel has 327 rooms with deluxe amenities & welcomes singles, couples & families. Relax on your own private balcony at the end of the day and enjoy a spectacular sunset.

Dreams Los Cabos

Situated just minutes from the colonial townof San Jose, Dreams los Cabos is an all suited resort catering to singles, couples and families.The resort boasts 5 restaurants, 4 lounges/bars,3 pools and endless day and evening activities.Located close to golf, shopping, nightlife anddeep sea fishing.

Zoetry Casa del Mar Zoetry Casa del Mar is a 32 suite hacienda style beachfront boutique hotel. Situated in a stunning landscape where the desert meets the white sand and turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez. Graceful arches, cobbled courtyards, tiled fountains, lush tropical gardens, four swimming pools and “Endless Privileges” abound.

The Westin Resort & Spa Nestled into the cliffs overlooking the Sea of Cortez, this striking resort offers both architectural majesty & a supremely relaxing vacation. Each of the 243 guestrooms feature the Westin Heavenly Bed & deluxe amenities as well as a private balcony with ocean views. Sophisticated & elegant with excellent facilities & dining options.

Pueblo Bonito RoseThis impressive hotel is ideally located on Medano Beach, the only swimmable beach in Cabo. This all suited hotel can be booked EP or all inclusive and all suites come with a kitchenette. With gourmet restaurants, plenty of activities for adults and kids alike and just a short stroll to downtown Casa San Lucas, this is perfect for singles, couples and families.

Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Holistic Retreat & Spa

This unique beachfront adults only retreat has 154 guestrooms & suites with tasteful décor, incense, Zen inspired amenities, native wood furniture & views of the ocean. The Armonia Spa is overseen by a holistic wellness physician using natural therapies & the restaurants serve a spa inspired menu. Strictly non smoking.

Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas The newest jewel in the Riu crown, every palatial room is exquisitely decorated allowing every possible luxury & sumptuous comfort. Each suite has a sweeping balcony with panoramic views. Riu’s all inclusive concept will satisfy every taste & desire with first class service, fine dining, leisure activities & nightly entertainment.

Secrets Marquis Los Cabos Formally the Marquis los Cabos, this boutique hotel is the newest addition to the Secrets chain. Here guests will live like royalty between the desert fairways, the sea and two of the areas top golf courses. All 235 suites and casitas feature terrace or balcony, spectacular ocean views, luxury amenities and sumptuous linens. Hotel facilities include 6 restaurants, 3 bars, in suite mini bar and 24 hour room service.

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Palm fringed beaches, a blanket of lush tropical jungle and outstanding resorts; no place better typifies the classic Mexican beach holiday than Puerto Vallarta. It delivers sophisticated amenities, romantic, dream like natural settings and a colonial city that climbs from the blue Pacific into the Sierra Madre mountains. This is Puerto Vallarta, now one of Mexico’s most loved destinations. The Puerto Vallarta area features three 18 hole championship golf courses, excellent fishing and open water diving and eco-adventure tours.1. Vallarta Palace 2. Grand Velas Vallarta 3. Riu Vallarta 4. Velas Vallarta 5. Melia Vallarta 6. Fiesta Americana 7. Sheraton Bouganvillias 8. Playa Los Arcos 9. Dreams 10. Presidente Intercontinental

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Grand Velas Resort & Spa Discover a world of luxury & lavish beauty at the Grand Velas All Suite Spa Resort, on the magnificent Bay of Banderas in Nuevo Vallarta. Featuring 267 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites with private terraces & ocean views. This resort has the ultimate all inclusive package offering exceptional dining, room service, hotel activities & entertainment.

Velas Vallarta This beachfront all suite, all inclusive resort is within walking distance of Marina Vallarta & the Marina Golf Club. Offering studios with kitchenettes & 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens, Velas Vallarta is perfect for a family holiday with supervised kids activities, a choice of restaurants & bars, room service & nightly entertainment.

Sheraton Bouganvillias This beachfront property is in a prime location being close to shops, 5 minutes from downtown & near a golf course. There are 477 stylish & comfortable guestrooms & suites, with breathtaking views. Resort facilities include oceanside restaurants, bars, pools, business centre, tennis, water sports & a children’s program.

Melia Puerto Vallarta An all inclusive paradise for families & couples. Enjoy ocean or garden views from the balcony of one of 321 oversized guestrooms, including family rooms with bunk beds for the kids, snacks & meals, domestic & imported drinks, activities & evening shows, not to mention the largest pool in Vallarta.

Fiesta Americana A long time favourite, offering the best value for money. The contemporary Mexican architecture sits perfectly in a landscape bordered by the mountains of the Sierra Madre Occidental and the most beautiful beach in Vallarta. The resort offers 291 deluxe rooms & suites, a choice of 3 restaurants, 3 bars, stunning outdoor pools, gym, water activities & the Fiesta Kid’s Club.

Vallarta Palace A new gem in a modern paradise, situated on the beautiful beaches of the Bay of Banderas in the heart of Nuevo Vallarta. All of the 348 superior deluxe guestrooms have spectacular ocean views & a double in room Jacuzzi. This all inclusive resort provides activities & entertainment for all the family, 4 restaurants & 3 stylish bars.

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City & Tropical TourGet orientated early, so you can get more out of your vacation! A local guide will show you the marina where luxury yachts of the rich & famous lay at anchor, the suburb of Pitillal and the centre of town with its famous landmark, the Church of the virgin of Guadalupe amidst cobbled streets. Next stop is the fabulous Mismaloya Beach where the movie Night of the Iguana was filmed. Duration 5 hrs, guide and transportation included.

Sierra Madre ExpeditionGreat for those looking for more action and adventure! Join the fun of this active tour as you explore the back roads and the jungle north of Vallarta from the back of a Mercedes Benz truck. Duration 9.30am – 5pm. Continental breakfast, barbecue lunch and refreshments are included.

Cruise to Caletas BeachOnly accessible by Sea, Las Caletas stands out against a steep jungle clad backdrop of green canopies. A one hour’s cruise to paradise, this well secluded tropical nature preserve awaits your discovery! The Las Caletas tour includes a superb buffet lunch, all beverages, guided snorkelling and kayaking tours, parrot encounters, nature walks, yoga and paella cooking lessons. Duration 9am–4pm

Mexican Fiesta Rancho Palma Journey into the hills to a typical Mexican style ranch! Be greeted by a mariachi band and dancing horses to begin your night of fun! Folkloric dancers, piñatas to bash, fireworks, a huge buffet, open bar all night long and a chance to dance Mexican style while learning about traditional cultures and customs. Round trip transportation is included.

Rhythms of the nightAn amazing journey that will transport you to a spiritual land that time forgot, flickering torches, swaying palm trees, lapping seas; a mystical pyramid covered by jungle canopies, all under a star studded sky. This is a mesmerizing experience that will captivate your heart and leave you spellbound. Dinner, show and open bar are included.

La Pachanga Night Tour This tour is for people who like to enjoy the nightlife without limits. Come and have a preview of the best night clubs in town, Senor Frogs, Zoo Bar, Carlos O’Brians, J&B Latin Club. Includes 4 night clubs, welcome drink in each club, Pachanga Night t-shirt and transportation all night!


Playa Los Arcos A charming colonial, boutique hotel designed & decorated to reflect the style, refined hospitality & unique flavour of a 19th century Mexican hacienda. Ideally positioned on Playa del Sol, close to the historic centre, shops, restaurants & nightclubs. All 171 rooms & suites have a terrace or balcony & are well equipped for comfort.

Dreams Villamagna Located in Nuevo Vallarta on the stunningNayarit Riviera, this new addition to the Dreams family is the ultimate luxury destination for families, singles and couples.This non smoking resort features junior suites, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites all with either mountain or sea views. Also features 24 hour room services, a kid’s club and daily activities.

Riu Vallarta Discover the newest Riu Resort in Puerto Vallarta located on world renowned Flamingo Beach. Enjoy fine dining at any of the 5 gourmet restaurants & take full advantage of the endless entertainment & activities on offer 24 hours a day. Guests also are granted access to other Riu resorts within the Puerto Vallarta complex.

Dreams Set away from other properties with a lush mountain backdrop, the exclusive hotel has 337 spacious guestrooms & suites offering ocean views & beautiful Mexican décor featuring vibrant colours, marble floors & artwork by renowned artist Manuel Lepe. Enjoy a large private white sand beach in a sheltered cove & gourmet dining options.

Relax and take it easy as we take care of all the arrangements for you!Package includes:• 7 nights at your choice of hotel • Transfers• City & Tropical Tour• Cruise to Caletas Beach• Mexican Fiesta Rancho Palma• La Pachanga Night Tour OR a Rhythms of the Night Tour * Airfares NOT included

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Ixtapa Zihuatanejo

Tesoro Ixtapa Located in the heart of Ixtapa’s hotel zone,this hotel features 170 standard rooms, juniorsuites and luxury suites. All rooms feature abalcony and ocean views. Amenities includea Kid’s Club, fitness centre and world classbeach and shopping, dining and nightlife isonly minutes away.

Posada Real Ixtapa This property is perfect for those who want to be close to the action, but prefer the comfortand intimacy of a small hotel with Mexican flavour. Located on the beachfront in Ixtapa,this hotel is walking distance to the shoppingdistrict.

Las Brisas Ixtapa

This all suited hotel is the ultimate in tropical charm, set in a small, boutique family ownedhotel. Every suite has a private terrace withimpresive views of Zihuatanejo Bay. The townof Zihuatanejo is a mere 10 minute stroll awayand a short drive will take you into the heartof Ixtapa.

They are sometimes called the “twin resorts” of the Mexican Riviera, but they could hardly resemble each other less. Ixtapa is a planned resort complete with high rise hotels, fine dining and all the amenities one would expect of a world class luxury vacation paradise. Zihuatanejo is a dream of quiet tropical beauty: its beaches and spectacular sunsets offer unpretentious beachfront lodgings that enhance the natural setting.


Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa

Enjoy the both Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa at their best! This beachfront, all inclusive resort is perfect for couples, singles and families and offers access to the best beaches the area has to offer. Amenities include Kid’s club, waterslides, swim up bar, ocean view rooms and suites and only 10 minutes from Zihuatenjo.

Patzcuaro Day TourPatzcuaro is famous for all of its unique customs and traditions.This town gave origin to the widely known celebration, Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Learn the history of the Purepecha Civilization and how they influenced other major civilization with their artwork and customs. Appreciate the art in one of the most beautiful town squares in the world, Patzcuaro. This colonial town was established by Spaniards in Colonial times. Next, we will stop at Santa Clara del Cobre, which is known for fantastic bronze and metal artwork. Take in all the surroundings, including widely known ruins and archeological sites. Air-conditioned transportation, breakfast or lunch, and tour guide service are included. 6 people minimum required. 12 hour tour.

Acapulco Day TourThe tour leaves Ixtapa early in the morning from your hotel lobby. A scenic 150-mile drive will allow you to appreciate lush green vegetation on one side of the vehicle, and the beautiful Pacific Ocean on the other. Along the way, we will make a stop for breakfast. Once we reach Acapulco, a sightseeing tour will be given by our bilingual tour guide. Sites will include a visit to the world-famous cliff divers show, the historical Golden Acapulco area, and the beautiful Las Brisas area. Plenty of time will be allotted for shopping and lunch in Acapulco prior of the return to Ixtapa. A minimum of 6 people is required. Breakfast and roundtrip transportation are included. 12 hour tour

Mexican Fiesta Night This is a fun-filled evening with colourul traditions and folklore. Enjoy a delicious Mexican buffet dinner with authentic flavour, and be sure to applaud our Mariachi Band while they serenade you at your table before the stage opens. Professional dancers will also perform pre-Hispanic and folkloric dances. Raffles and contests also make this a fiesta you would love to attend and be sure to enjoy. Transportation is not included. 3 hour tour

Sail and SnorkelCast off from Zihuatanejo Bay into the beautiful, blue ocean aswe head toward the secluded, white-sand beach and coral reef of Playa Manzanillo. Snorkeling, swimming, and beach combingare the highlights of the day. Come back to the boat for lunch, and we’ll set sail, keeping watch for whales, dolphins, sea turtles,and mantra rays (in season). Enjoy the cruise back to the baywith a magnificent spinnaker run, anchoring in front of Playa Laropa for a ride on our 2400’ spinnaker. Open bar, lunch, and transporatation are provided. Snorkeling gear is not included, butcan be puchased for an additional cost. 4� hour tour

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Mexico City is one of the world’s great capitals. The size and grandeur of the city is staggering, with astonishing historical sites, awesome ancient ruins and meticulously restored centuries old colonial buildings, churches and mansions. Parks, plazas and grandiose monuments are found throughout the city.


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Marquis Reforma The elegant & charming hotel is positioned on the lovely Paseo de la Reforma, walking distance to the city’s financial, cultural & shopping districts. Overlooking Chapultepec Castle & Park, this hotel offers 209 rooms & suites with luxury amenities. Also on offer are many fine dining options including the renowned La Jolla restaurant.

Casa Vieja A luxury all suite boutique hotel & the choice of many movie stars & VIPs. Situated in the exclusive area of Polanco, 3 blocks from Paseo de la Reforma & near Chapultepec Park, elegant boutiques, restaurants & the commercial area. Each suite displays paintings & sculptures with the finest Mexican ceramics & antiques.

The W Hotel Located in the trendy Polanco area with its chic shops, galleries & nightlife. Each of the 237 rooms & suites have contemporary, minimalist décor, out of this world bathrooms & luxury amenities. Experience the WOW Suite & enjoy a projection screen & surround sound, & the shower’s “car wash” massage jets. Unbelievable luxury!

Camino Real Mexico City Experience traditional Mexican hospitality at the Camino Real, located in exclusive Polanco. The large gardens, pools, fountains & patios are a respite from the city hussle. Retreat to one of 712 spacious rooms & suites or enjoy the 10 restaurants & bars. Everything you expect from a great 5 star including a gym & business centre.

Fiesta Americana Reforma Perfect for business & leisure this deluxe hotel is excellent value for money, located on Paseo de la Reforma in the heart of Mexico City’s cultural, tourist & financial district. All 616 well appointed rooms & suites are extremely comfortable. Other facilities include 2 restaurants, 2 bars, a gym, business centre & the Fiesta Kid’s Club.

Fiesta Americana Grand Chapultepec

This elegant hotel, where the staff provide world class service, rises above Chapultepec Park in one of Mexico City’s finest areas. Each of the 203 spacious rooms and suites have deluxe amenities including a writing desk, in room exercycle, spacious bathroom & so much more!

Sheraton Maria Isabel Centrally located on Paseo de la Reforma overlooking the famous Angel of Independence & close to all the main attractions. Each of the 755 spacious rooms & suites feature the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper bed, five cushy pillows & deluxe amenities. Also on offer divine restaurants & lounge bars that include live Mariachi music.

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Xochimilco Floating GardensThe Aztec Indians developed a system of floating reed mats loaded with soil and they used these as gardens. Visitors now float in flat bottomed colourful boats through the remaining agrarian canal system that once fed the Aztec capital. The banks of the canal are covered in gardens of flowers and some boats now carry Mariachi musicians to serenade the visitors.

Folkloric BalletThe imposing Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts) in Reforma Avenue is built of marble and was constructed between 1904 and 1934. It is a handsome venue for the world famous Ballet Folklorico. Traditional costumes, theatrical dancing and music. Tour includes round trip transportation and admission.

Puebla & CholulaPuebla, east of Mexico City, is the meeting point of the Sierra and the central highlands. This is the colonial city where you will find the world famous talavera patterned ceramics. It’s also popular for its cuisine, many churches and arts and crafts. Continue on to Cholula Ruins to see the biggest pyramid in old Mesoamerica through its narrow tunnels.

City & Museum tourTour the main sites of Mexico City, the zocalo, Paseo de la Reforma, the National Palace and the Cathedral. Continue on to The National Museum of Anthropology, in Chapultepec Park, one of the finest museums in the world, housing thousands of artifacts from the Olmecs, Mayan, Zapotec, Toltec and Aztec ancient civilisations.

Teotihucan Pyramids The Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe is the most sacred site in all of Mexico. Teotihuacan is the largest fully excavated archaeological site in Mexico. At its peak (200–600AD) the city was occupied by more than 200,000 inhabitants and was the first true city in the New World. The Aztecs referred to the ruins as the City of the Gods.

Taxco & Cuernavaca To the south of Mexico City lies Cuernavaca, the city of ‘the everlasting spring’. Taxco is known as the Silver City of the world and is the home of the Santa Prisca Church one of the most beautiful churches in all of Mexico. The shopping in Taxco offers silver, brass, cop-per and gold together with artisans from all over the republic of Mexico.

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Fiesta Inn Aeropuerto

For passengers in transit this is the perfect place to stopover in Mexico City. The hotel has modern facilities including comfortable rooms, a restaurant, bar & a swimming pool. The hotel provides a free transportation service to & from the airport every 15 minutes, every day of the year, 24 hours a day.

Royal Zona Rosa Best value, best location & a long time favourite. We love the Royal! Perfectly located in the Zona Rosa or Pink Zone, the metropolis’s most important financial, commercial & entertainment centres are joined together in this cosmopolitan area par excellence. Guest rooms are comfortable & well appointed.

Hotel Century Mexico City Located in the Zona Rosa, Hotel Century Mexico City is the ideal property for those travelling on a budget! The hotel offers 142 comfortable & well equipped rooms all with a private balcony. Other facilities include restaurants, coffee shop, swimming pool, gym, mini bar, coffee & tea maker.

Camino Real Aeropuerto Connected to Mexico City International Airport by a sky bridge, this luxury boutique hotel is perfectly located for 5 star travellers in transit. Coupled with great service this hotel offers fantastic facilities including restaurants & bars as well a pool & gym facilities. Wake up calls ensure you won’t be late for your flight!

Colonial Cities

Oaxaca


Oaxaca is a land of contrasts, colours, legends and traditions. Vestiges of the Zapotec culture can still be appreciated in all their splendour in the ruins of Mitla and Monte Albán. Together with the architectural jewels of centuries past, they form a magnificent cultural mosaic which made UNESCO declare it a Cultural Patrimony of Humanity.

Camino Real A 16th century convent evoking memories of the past while delivering 20th century comforts. Recently renovated & situated in the heart of Oaxaca, this boutique hotel is a must for those requiring a real cultural experience combined with the luxuries of a 5 star hotel. Facilities include a pool & unique restaurant & bar. Camino Real Hotels are located throughout Mexico & all offer the highest standard of service.

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Hacienda la Noria Located 10 blocks from the Zocalo in the southern part of the city close to Oaxaca’s museums, markets & colonial churches & within easy access of the area’s archaeological sites. On offer are 81 spacious & traditionally decorated rooms & suites surrounded by beautiful gardens & an authentic bar & restaurant.

Parador San Miguel In the historical downtown area, this delightful colonial style building features a grand entry door of carved cedar opening to a lovely porch with a statue of St Michael the archangel. Each of the 23 well appointed, spacious rooms & suites have high ceilings & reflect the colour of the Oaxacan culture through a mixture of style.

Hostal de la Noria A beautifully restored colonial mansion in the centre of Oaxaca only two blocks from the zocalo. The hotel features a charming atrium with fountain & umbrella topped tables, rooftop sundeck & excellent restaurant & bar. All 52 rooms & suites are furnished in colonial style and have all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.

Oaxaca5 day packageSee all there is to see in this magnificent Colonial City and you won't miss a thing with this easy paced itinerary!

Package includes:• 4 nights at the hotel of your choice

• Transfers

• City tour

• Day tour to Mitla & Tule Tree

• Day tour to Monte Alban


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City tourThe colonial heart of the city is immaculate. This tour takes you to the ex convent of Santo Domingo, which is a 16th century monastery. It is one of Mexico’s most ornate churches. Attached to the church is a museum, housing pre Columbian artifacts including the famed contents of Tomb 7 from Monte Alban (the richest burial tomb in the western hemisphere). The zocalo (central square) is surrounded by grand old trees with Spanish colonnades, restaurants and outdoor cafés. The cathedral, built in 1549, with a baroque facade, has a century old wooden clock which was a gift from the King of Spain.

Mitla & Tule Tree Travel 64km east of Oaxaca City to one of Mexico’s finest examples of intricate stone masonry. Mitla, a fascinating ceremonial centre founded by the Zapotecs, was greatly influenced by their successors, the Mixtecs. Also see the massive ancient ahuehuete cypress tree that has the largest girth of any tree on earth. It is said to be some 2000 years old. Although it is only 42m tall, the tree has a diameter of 58m.

Monté AlbanNo trip to Oaxaca is complete without visiting this ancient site, built on a hilltop flattened by the Zapotec Indians more than 2500 years ago. This site has revealed 5 distinct periods of occupation. The expansive ruins consist of a great central plaza surrounded by buildings, temples, an observatory, ball courts and burial tombs. Stone carvings on vertical stone slabs date back to 700AD. The view from Monté Alban is spectacular and the site is also appealing to non archaeological buffs.

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Colonial Cities

Merida


The Yucatán Peninsula is home to one of Mexico’s most fascinating inland destinations: the charming city of Merida in the emerging Mundo Maya region. Despite its size, this is one of the most hospitable and nostalgic colonial cities. Similar to Oaxaca City, Merida combines colonial architecture with a rich Indian heritage dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. Numerous museums and markets bring to life the area’s fascinating Mayan culture and surrounding the city are some of the world’s most important ancient archaeological sites.

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Hotel Caribe Enjoy the colonial atmosphere of this downtown hotel built on the former site of the historical San Ildefonso College on Hidalgo Square. The hotel has a unique swimming pool on the rooftop, gardens with spectacular views of the cathedral & 53 comfortable rooms & suites, a restaurant & outdoor café. Great for those on a budget!

Mision de Fray Diego A small, luxury adults only hotel transformed from a 17th century residence & located one block from Merida’s historic centre, near theatres, museums & the commercial area. Enjoy your stay in one of 26 elegant & comfortable well equipped rooms & suites. Other facilities include a restaurant, bar & swimming pool. Highly recommended!

Fiesta Americana Without doubt one of the best properties in the beautiful “White City”, a privileged location where two of the city’s most important avenues; the Colon and the Paseo de Montejo meet & 7 minutes from the historical centre. All 350 rooms & suites are exquisite & offer deluxe amenities & the 5 star facilities that you would expect from the Fiesta Americana chain, including 2 restaurants, bar, spa, gym, Kid’s Club & outdoor pool.

Holiday Inn Merida Located on Paseo de Montejo, one of the city’s main avenues, with easy access to all the main attractions. Founded in 1542, then one of the city’s richest haciendas, the hotel now offers a warm & charming, informal atmosphere with comfortable well appointed rooms for the business or leisure traveller, 2 restaurants, bars, swimming pool & gym.

Uxmal & KabahUxmal means ‘thrice built’. This Mayan city is one of the greatest showpieces of Mayan architecture and artistic refinement uncovered so far. The whole site has been expertly restored, to reveal a massive city with giant pyramids and temples piercing through the thick jungle. This is truly a magnificent experience.

Chichen Itza Mighty Chichen Itza is one of the largest and best maintained archaeological sites in Mexico. It is actually two cities, one built and ruled by the Mayans in the 6th–10th centuries, and the other rebuilt and ruled by the Toltecs after 1000AD. You will see the huge Mayan pyramids built in direct alignment with the stars and the massive stone ball court which is the largest ever discovered. This site also contains an observatory, fascinating carvings, the temple of the warriors, a nunnery and much more.

Celestun Biosphere ReserveThis estuary is the habitat for the pink flamingo, which is one of the many reasons this region has become world famous. It’s also the breeding ground for pelicans, fish, eagles and 100 other bird species, some of them endemic. Visit the mangroves and swim in secluded, crystal clear lagoons hidden in the jungle of the estuary.

Merida city tourMerida, the capital of the Yucatan, is also known as the ‘white city’ for the colour of the quarry stone with which it was built. Discover the buildings, the city square, the Monument of the Americas, the cathedral and the wide boulevards with 19th century mansions, a reminder of times when wealthy Europeans lived in this city. Tour also includes a visit to the art and crafts market.


Hacienda UayamonUayamon is a superb residence 25 minutes drive from Campeche airport & 2 hours from the Merida International airport. The 12 villas & suites, located in what was the employee accommodation for the elite hacienda staff, have been beautifully restored & adapted with exquisite details to express its architectonic personality by conserving the same spirit that the original owners gave to it. All rooms feature a private terrace with a day bed, in room hammocks & the suites feature an exterior plunge pool.

Hacienda TemozonTemozon, a superb residence in the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula, 35 minutes from Merida’s international airport, recreates the magic of the past. The 28 rooms & suites are located in the main 16th century building surrounded by beautiful gardens. Most rooms have the name of the original use: pharmacy, school, pay house & feature exquisite details like 18 foot high ceilings, 10 foot high wooden double doors, massive iron beds, tropical hardwood features, cool tiles & woven cotton hammocks.

Hacienda San Jose Learn about history, the rich juxtaposition of ancient & modern cultures & the haciendas role in the social context of this ever evolving land. San Jose is a smaller, more private hacienda southeast of Merida, just 45 minutes from the international airport & 2 1⁄2 hours drive from Cancun. The 15 rooms & suites form part of the original building & have been beautifully restored & adapted to meet the hotels needs. Their high ceilings & décor evoke the splendour of past eras. A unique experience in a unique place!

Hacienda Santa Rosa Evoke the splendour of past eras enveloped in the luxury amenities & services of a 5 star hotel. Santa Rosa, a small hacienda in the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula, 45 minutes from the Merida International Airport, recreates the belle époque of the Mexican southeast. The 11 rooms & suites are in the original building & have 18 foot ceilings with exposed beams, 10 foot wooden double doors, massive iron beds, tiled floors & hammocks set into the stone walls, allowing guests to sleep in the Mayan way if they choose.

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San Miguel Allende& Guanajuato

Casa Sierra de Nevada This luxury, boutique hotel, situated in the heart of colonial San Miguel, offers charming rooms and suites for the ultimate Mexican experience. The 37 deluxe rooms and suites all boast unique décor from art work to Talaveratiled bathrooms. This hotel is also famous for its world renowned cooking school.

Posada Santa Fe

Located right in the heart of Guanajuato’s Zocalo,this hotel has a true tradition and a magical atmosphere. Featuring all modern facilities, luxury rooms and suites, restaurant, bar and Parisian café. Walking distance to cityhighlights and shopping.

La PuertecitaLocated in the heart of San Miguel de Allende, this boutique hotel has 32 rooms and suites, all decorated with colonial style furniture, and featuring regional architecture. Many rooms have private patios, fireplaces, Jacuzzis and garden baths. Also features a swimming pool, gym, business centre and music room for daily entertainment.

Quinta las Acacias This boutique hotel is a combination of classical 19th century European style and vibrant Mexican art. The 17 rooms all boast their own theme and character. Some have Jacuzzi. The hotel is located in the historical section of Guanajuato, near the centre of town. Staff will even provide you with a walking tour itinerary of the town, from 1-3 days, depending on how long you stay.

Mexico has more Spanish colonial architecture, art, museums and monuments than any other country in the world. For visitors, this heritage can be easily explored throughout the Colonial Cities of Mexico. They embody the true character of Mexico as a nation and showcase the country’s 300 year history under European rule. Nowadays, the state has established an organization that protects the historic monuments and colonial treasures, so that today, they can be seen in all their ancient splendour.

Nestled on a hillside just 2 hours from Mexico City is the charming town of Taxco. Once the country’s largest silver mining centre, the town still retains over 300 silver shops and the entire city has been declared a national historic monument. With a dry and tempered climate, Taxco is best explored by foot whilst on the lookout for your very own, unique silversouvenir. This is truly a silver lover’s paradise!


Posada de la Mision

This colonial, romantic hotel is steeped in history and offers one of the best night views of Taxco. It is conveniently located close to silver workshops, museums and cafes. It offers authentic and traditional decorations and has a pool, restaurant, silver shop and gallery. Includes breakfast and dinner.

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Hotel de la Borda

Sister property to the charming Posada de la Mision. This hotel has 110 rooms and suites and also boasts some of the best views of Taxco. This colonial style hotel features a restaurant with spectacular views, pool, commercial centre, a games room and kid’s entertainment area.


Ancient Cities

Mexico is one of the most fertile regions of the world for exploration into human cultural evolution. More than 3000 years of achievement have left an incredible mark on Mexico, punctuating the country with astonishing examples of human ingenuity and perseverance.

Perhaps no country on earth showcases its ancient treasures as attractively as Mexico does. There are more than 13,000 known archaeological sites, of which only a small percentage have been fully excavated and studied. Dozens of sites have been meticulously restored and are easily accessible to visitors.

Mexico Reservation Centre has compiled an extensive range of tours and daily modules which include the very best of the Ancient Cities, and we recommend you put aside additional time within your Mexico itinerary to include visits to these world renowned ancient cities and archaeological sites.

Discover Chichen Itza

See the best of Chichen Itza without the crowds and enjoy the majesty of this Mayan giant with an overnight stay for the best sunrise and sunset views!

Package includes:• 3 nights Merida at your hotel of choice• 1 night Chichen Itza at your hotel of choice• 3 nights Cancun at your hotel of choice• Transfers• Merida City Tour• Day tour to Uxmal & Kabah, lunch included• Day tour of Chichen Itza, lunch included• Day tour to Tulum & Xel-Ha, lunch included



Hotel Chichen Itza Located just two minutes from the Chichen Itza archaeological site, the Hotel Chichen offers you all the expected facilities and comfort from a quality hotel, with the added value of attentive service. Rustic Mexican style guest rooms are decorated with details referring to the magic surroundings of Chichen Itza.

Mayaland Hotel and Bungalows

In the heart of the archaeological park with its own entrance to the Mayan temples, this hotel has 55 rooms & suites with views of Chichen Itza. Its bungalows sit among the tropical vegetation with shaded terraces & verandas. An experience to last a lifetime!

The mighty Chichen Itza is not just one of Mexico's natural wonders; it is now judged one of the new Seven Wonders of the World by popular demand, and deservedly so. Be awe inspired with the number one photographed site in Mexico and the best maintained and the largest archaeological site.

Natural Wonders

Chichen Itza

8 day tour

Natural Wonders - Tours - Daily Departures

Copper Canyon

Day 1 _ Arrive Los MochisTransfer from Los Mochis airport to your hotel. If time permits you may like to take a boat ride around the spectacular Topolobampo Bay, the third largest in the world. Dinner own arrangements.

Day 2 _ Los Mochis to DivisaderoBegin your journey traversing the awesome wilderness of the magnificent Copper Canyon with an early morning transfer to the train station. Arrive at Divisadero mid afternoon. Your hotel is right on the rim of the Canyon with one of the best views in the world! The afternoon and next morning are yours to explore the Tarahumara Indian caves, where you can purchase creative crafts and curios or take one of the many walks available. The 50,000 Tarahumara remain one of the most primitive people in North America. Dinner included.

Day 3 _ Divisadero to CreelBreakfast and time to explore. Two walking tours included in Divisadero: Tarahumara Caves & the Balancing Rock. In the afternoon the train will take you to the lumber town of Creel. Arrive at Creel, situated at 2290m in the Sierra Madre and still maintaining its rustic flavour. Check into your hotel. Breakfast and Lunch included. Dinner own arrangements.

Day 4 _ Creel to ChihahuaAfter breakfast, visit Casa de Las Artesanias, promoting regional crafts and housing an excellent permanent exhibition together with a well presented museum on the Tarahumara. Board the train in the afternoon for Chihuahua. Lunch and dinner at own arrangements. Transfer to hotel and check into your hotel in Chihuahua. Breakfast included.

Day 5 _ Depart ChihahuaChihuahua City, capital of Mexico’s largest state. Do not miss Pancho Villa’s former home, now a museum, or the incredible murals at the state Capital Building. Transfer from hotel to airport. Breakfast included.

All times above are effective if the train runs to schedule. Some delays may occur.


Package includes:• 1 night in Los Mochis

• 1 night in Divisadero

• 1 night in Creel

• 1 night in Chihuahua

• Transfers

The Railroad of Chihuahua-Pacífico is Mexico’s most exciting travel experience and is one of the most outstanding achievements of railway engineering in the world. The railway ascends to a maximum height of approximately 2400 metres, then plunges into a series of canyons, clinging to sheer walls, descending in gigantic loops and tunnelling through the majestic Sierra Madre, a mountain range more than 40 million years old! This masterful engineering feat required 37 principal bridges and 86 tunnels to traverse the 653 kilometres from Los Mochis to Chihuahua City!

5 Day Tour

• Train Journey

• Meals as per itinerary

• Two walking tours in Divisadero

* Airfares NOT included.

• LOS MOCHIS

• CHIHUAHUA

• Creel

• Divisadero

Baja California Peninsula

This tour is an adventure which visits some of the most remote yet spectacular regions of Mexico. Some of the accommodation and services available are rustic. Please be aware that hotels have been chosen for scenic beauty and convenience; some facilities are limited in isolated regions within the Canyon. This tour will appeal most readily to experienced travellers in good health and with an open mind to accept new experiences.

If you appreciate spectacular scenery and unique culture, the

Copper Canyon will be a wonderful trip not soon forgotten.Hotel Divisadero Barrancas

Located right on the rim with spectacular views of the canyon. Facilities include dining room & bar, barbecue facilities & lunch kiosks. All rooms have a balcony with the best view in the world.



Day 1 _ Arrive Tuxtla Gutierrez to San CristobalOn arrival transfer to Cahuare dock, located at Grijalva’s riverside, to take a motor boat trip along the Sumidero Canyon. This is one of the most amazing sights of the Chiapas. Transfer to and overnight in San Cristobal.

Day 2 _ San Cristobal City tour of San Cristobal, where you will see churches and colonial buildings. Later we visit to the Indian towns of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan, to experience the lifestyle of the native people. Return to San Cristobal

Day 3 _ San Cristobal to Palenque Depart San Cristobal for Palenque. En route you will visit Agua Azul waterfalls, their singular beauty owing to its blue turquoise waters, a fantastic place to swim and relax. Overnight in Palenque

Day 4 _ Bonampak & Yaxchilan Today visit Bonampak & Yaxchilan. Deep in the jungle this archaeological site of Bonampak offers great frescoes representing everyday life of the Maya people. The tour is conducted by a local guide. Continue toward Frontera Corosal. Travel in a small boat on Usumacinta river to Yaxchilan. This site is famous for its fortifications of exquisite beauty. Return to Palenque.

Day 5 _ Palenque to Villahermosa Visit the archaeological site of Palenque, famous world wide because of its great buildings scattered in an exuberant jungle vegetation that makes it look more beautiful. The guided visit is conducted along the main constructions such as “The Palace”, “The Inscription’s Temple” with Pakal’s Tomb inside The Jaguar Temple. Transfer to Villahermosa’s airport for departure.

This rugged and beautiful Mexican state sits on Mexico's southern border with Guatemala and holds many ecological treasures and national parks. The area around Chiapas is mountainous, remote and primitive with wild rivers, deep canyons and thick jungle rainforest. Chiapas has four Mayan sites of importance: Toninas, Yaxchilan, Bonampak and the ruins of Palenque. This is a state of enormous beauty that makes it a true natural wonder!

Ciudad Real PalenqueIn the centre of all the action, 10 minutes from the archaeological zone & 5 minutes from downtown, this hotel has 72 comfortable rooms & suites with balconies & a Mexican Caribbean feel. Features include a Palapa restaurant offering Mexican & international cuisine & a gorgeous swimming pool.

Ciudad Real Centro Historico An oasis of charm, good taste & refinement ln the heart of San Cristobal de la Casas. This neo classical building dates back to the turn of the century & has been adapted to meet the hotel’s needs. Rooms are decorated in the colonial style & offer all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay.

Palenque

San Cristobal de la Casas

Package includes:• 2 nights Ciudad Real Centro Historico

• 2 nights Ciudad Real Palenque

• Transfers

• Day activities as per itinerary

• Bonampak & Yaxchilan

• Palenque Ruins

* Airfares NOT included . Hotels may be substituted based on availability

Palenque

Villahermosa

Tuxtla Gutierrez

San Cristobal

Starts in Tuxtla Gutierrez and finishes in Villahermosa.

Natural Wonders - Tours - Daily Departures

Best of Chiapas

5 Day Tour

Colonial Cities - Package - daily departures

Colonial Cities

Day 1 _ ArriveTransfer from Mexico City airport to your hotel. Afternoon or evening at leisure.

Day 2 _ Mexico CityTour Mexico City and see all the main sites on this comprehensive tour that includes a visit to the Museum of Anthropology, one of the most modern and finest museums in the world. Evening at leisure

Day 3 _ Mexico CityToday your tour includes a visit to the Plaza of the Three Cultures, the archaeological ruins of Tlatelolco ceremonial centre and The Guadalupe Shrine: the second most visited shrine in the world that attracts some 10 million people a year. Continue on to the site of Teotihuacán, the largest fully excavated archaeological site in Mexico and the pyramids of the Sun and the Moon; some of the highest pyramids in Mexico. Evening at leisure

Day 4 _ Taxco & CuernavacaVisit Cuernavaca, a fine colonial city known as the City of the Eternal Spring because of its wonderful sunny days and warm weather. Continue on to Taxco, the silver capital of the world. You will enjoy a full day browsing the winding cobblestone streets for artefacts of silver, gold, brass and copper. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure

Day 5 _ PueblaToday we travel to a colonial city east of Mexico City. Puebla is the meeting point of the Eastern Sierra and the central highlands, making it possible to see the peaks of the two highest volcanoes: The Smoking Mountain and The Sleeping Woman. Puebla is known for the world famous “Talavera” pattern ceramics and its 365 churches, one for every day of the year. Continue on to Cholula to see the biggest pyramid in old Mesoamerica which is underground. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.

Day 7 _ San Miguel de AllendeFree time to wander the cobblestone streets of this beautiful heritage declared 16th century city with its magnificent cathedral, churches, monasteries, restaurants, museums, theatres, art galleries and great shopping.

Day 8 & 9 _ GuanajuatoTravel by bus to Guanajuato, a beautiful 16th century heritage city. A myriad of tunnels carry most of the city’s traffic, leaving the above ground cobblestone streets free of cars. Here you will have free time to explore the Mummies Museum, the Juarez Theatre, the university, the Cathedral and La Valenciana mine, once the richest silver mine in the world. Cost of bus NOT included.

Day 10 _ DepartDepart by bus for Mexico City.


MEXICO CITYTeotihuacán

Puebla

Cholula

San Miguel de AllendeGuanajuato

Package includes:• 5 nights in Mexico City at hotel of choice

• 2 nights in San Miguel de Allende at at hotel of choice

• 2 nights in Guanajuato at hotel of choice

• Transfers in Mexico City

• Mexico City & Museum tour

• Day tour to Teotihuacan & the Guadalupe Shrine

• Day tour to Taxco & Cuernavaca

• Day tour to Puebla & Cholula

Day tours may not be done in the order stated as subject to operational days and guests’ arrival day.

Airfares NOT included.

8 Day Tour

Bus tickets are available forpurchase in conjunction withaccommodation and tours.Please ask your consultant for more details.

Day 6 _ San Miguel de Allende Transfer from your Mexico City hotel to the bus station for a first class bus trip to San Miguel de Allende. Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 1 _ ArriveTransfer from Mexico City airport to hotel. Afternoon or evening at leisure.

Day 2 _ Mexico CityTour Mexico City and see all the main sites on this comprehensive tour that includes a visit to the Museum of Anthropology, one of the most modern and finest museums in the world. Evening at leisure.

Day 3 _ Mexico CityToday your tour includes a visit to the Plaza of the Three Cultures, the archaeological ruins of Tlatelolco ceremonial centre and The Guadalupe Shrine: the second most visited shrine in the world that attracts some 10 million people a year. Continue on to the site of Teotihuacán, the largest fully excavated archaeological site in Mexico and the pyramids of the Sun and the Moon; some of the highest pyramids in Mexico. Evening at leisure.

Day 4 _ Taxco & CuernavacaVisit Cuernavaca, a fine colonial city known as the City of the Eternal Spring because of its wonderful sunny days and warm weather. Continue on to Taxco, the silver capital of the world. You will enjoy a full day browsing the winding cobblestone streets for artefacts of silver, gold, brass and copper. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.

Day 5 _ PueblaToday we travel to a colonial city east of Mexico City. Puebla is the meeting point of the Eastern Sierra and the central highlands, making it possible to see the peaks of the two highest volcanoes: The Smoking Mountain and The Sleeping Woman. Puebla is known for the world famous “Talavera” pattern ceramics and its 365 church domes, one for every day of the year. Continue on to Cholula to see the biggest pyramid in old Mesoamerica which is underground. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.

Day 6 _ XochimilcoTravel to the old Aztec City of Xochimilco and see the floating gardens and canals that once fed the city from flat bottomed boats. Lively markets and Mariachi musicians will serenade you before your return to Mexico City. Evening at leisure.

Day 7 _ Mexico CityDay at leisure before your evening tour to the Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts) a handsome venue for the world famous Folkloric Ballet.

Day 8 _ DepartTransfer from your hotel to Mexico City airport for your departure.

MEXICO CITYTeotihuacán

PueblaCholula

CuernavacaTaxco


Package includes:• 7 nights Mexico City at your choice of hotel

• Transfers

• City and Museum tour

• Day tour to Teotihuacan & Guadalupe Shrine


• Day tour to Puebla

• Day tour to Xochimilco

• Tickets to the Folkloric Ballet

* Day tours may not be done in the order stated as subject to days of operation and guest arrival day.

Airfares NOT included.

Tours - Daily departure

The Route of the Gods

8 day tour

Day 1 _ ArriveTransfer from Mexico City airport to hotel. Afternoon or evening at leisure.



Day 4 _ PueblaToday we travel to a colonial city east of Mexico City. Puebla is the meeting point of the Eastern Sierra and the central highlands, making it possi-ble to see the peaks of the two highest volcanoes: The Smoking Mountain and The Sleeping Woman. Puebla is known for the world famous “Talavera” pattern ceramics and its 365 church domes, one for every day of the year. Continue on to Cholula to see the biggest pyramid in old Mesoamerica which is underground. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.

Day 5 _ Cuernavaca to TaxcoVisit Cuernavaca, a fine colonial city known as the City of the Eternal Spring because of its wonderful sunny days and warm weather. Continue on to Taxco, the silver capital of the world. You will enjoy a full day browsing the winding cobblestone streets for artefacts of silver, gold, brass and copper. Overnight stay at Posada de la Mission Taxco.

Day 6 _ Taxco to AcapulcoEnjoy your day at leisure before your mid afternoon transfer to Acapulco.

Day 7 _ AcapulcoEnjoy the beach and the many facilities that this wonderful city has to offer before your evening transfer to the traditional Cliff Divers show at La Perla restaurant. Dinner is included.

Days 8 & 9 _ AcapulcoDays at leisure to enjoy Acapulco.

Day 10 _ DepartTransfer from your Acapulco hotel to the airport for your departure.


MEXICO CITY

TaxcoCuernavaca

Acapulco

Package includes:• 4 nights in Mexico City at your choice

of hotel

• 1 night in Taxco at the Posada de la Mission. Dinner and breakfast included

• 4 nights in Acapulco at your choice of hotel

• Transfers

• Mexico City and Museum tour

• Day tour to Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine


• Day tour to Cuernavaca and Taxco

• La Quebrada Cliff Divers Show including dinner

* Day tours may not be done in the order stated as they are subject to days of operation and guest arrival day. Hotels may be substituted based on availabilty. Airfares NOT included.


Silver Tour

10 day tour

12 day tour



Tequila Land’s Tour

Day 1 – Mexico CityArrive into Mexico City and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 2 – Mexico CityToday you will indulge in a city tour, taking in the famous Zocalo and Museum of Anthropology, amongst other sights. Evening at leisure.

Day 3 – Mexico CityAfter breakfast we will depart for the pyramids at Teotihuacan, with a visit to the Guadalupe Shrine before returning to your hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 4 – Mexico City to Queretaro to San Miguel de AllendeToday we depart for Queretaro, a world heritage listed town. Later we continue through to San Miguel. Afternoon/ evening at leisure. Overnightin San Miguel.

Day 5 – San Miguel to Dolores Hidalgo to GuanajuatoDeparture to Dolores Hidalgo for a small tour before heading to Guanajuato, which is another world heritage listed site. Evening at leisure.Overnight in Guanajuato.

Day 6 –Guanajuato to ZacatecasToday we depart Guanajuato for the beautiful mining town of Zacatecas. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Zacatecas.

Day 7 – Zacatecas to Guadalajara.We head to Guadalajara and the picturesque neighbourhood of Tlaquepaque. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Guadalajara.

Day 8 – Guadalajara to TequilaWe start the day with a city tour of Guadalajara before departing for Tequila where we will visit agave fields and a distillery. Return to Guadalajara overnight. Evening at leisure.

Day 9 – Guadalajara - Puerto VallartaAt the indicated time, you will be transferred to the bus station to catch a first class bus to Puerto Vallarta. (Ticket not included) Take ataxi to your hotel, evening at leisure.

Days 10, 11 –Puerto VallartaTime to enjoy the fun and sun in beautiful Puerto Vallarta

Day 12 – DepartureDeparting transfer to the airport.

Package includes:• 4 nights Mexico City at hotel of your choice• 1 night San Miguel• 1 night Guanajato• 1 night Zacatecas• 2 nights Guadalajara• 3 nights Puerto Vallarta at hotel of your choice• City and Museum tour • Day tour to Teotihuacan & Guadalupe Shrine• Meals as indicated• Days tour may not be done in the order stated as subject to days of operation and guest arrival day.

Mexico City

Zacatecas

TequilaGuadalajara

Guanajuato

Queretaro

San Miguel del Allende

Dolorez Hidalgo

PuertoVallarta

11 day tour



Mexico and its Churches

Day 1 – Mexico CityArrive into Mexico City and transfer to your hotel.

Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 2 – Mexico CityToday you will indulge in a city tour, taking in the

famous Zocalo and Museum of Anthropology,

amongst other sights. Evening at leisure.

Day 3 – Mexico CityAfter breakfast we will depart for the pyramids at

Teotihuacan, with a visit to the Guadalupe Shrine

before returning to your hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 4 – Mexico City to Queretaro to San Miguel de AllendeToday we depart for Queretaro, a world heritage

listed town. Later we continue through to San

Miguel. Afternoon/ evening at leisure. Overnight

in San Miguel.

Day 5 – San Miguel to Dolores Hidalgo to GuanajuatoDeparture to Dolores Hidalgo for a small tour

before heading to Guanajuato, which is another

world heritage listed site. Evening at leisure.

Overnight in Guanajuato.

Day 6 – Guanajuato to ZacatecasToday we depart Guanajuato for the beautiful

mining town of Zacatecas. Evening at leisure.

Overnight in Zacatecas.

Day 7 –Zacatecas to Guadalajara.We head to Guadalajara and the picturesque neighbourhood of Tlaquepaque. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Guadalajara.

Day 8 –Guadalajara to TequilaWe start the day with a city tour of Guadalajara before departing for Tequila where we will visit agave fields and a distillery. Return toGuadalajara overnight. Evening at leisure.

Day 9 – Guadalajara to PatzcuaroThis morning we depart for the colonial town of Patzcuaro, situated on the egde of a lovely lake. Afternoon and evening to explore the town.Overnight in Patzcuaro.

Day 10 –Patzcuaro to Morelia to Mexico CityAfter breakfast we head to Morelia which is a World Cultural Heritage site. After spending the day there, we return to Mexico City for the night.

Day 11 – DepartTransfer from hotel to Mexico City airport for your departing flight.

Package Includes:• 4 nights Mexico City at hotel of your choice• 1 night San Miguel• 1 night Guanajato• 1 night Zacatecas• 2 nights Guadalajara• 1 night Patzcuaro• City and Museum tour • Day tour to Teotihuacan & Guadalupe Shrine• Meals as indicated• Days tour may not be done in the order stated as subject to days of operation and guest arrival day.

Mexico City

TequilaGuadalajara

Guanajuato

QueretaroMorelia

Patzcuaro

San Miguel del Allende

Dolorez Hidalgo

Day 1 _ ArriveTransfer from Mexico City airport to hotel. Afternoon and evening at leisure.



Day 4 _ Cuernavaca & TaxcoVisit Cuernavaca, a fine colonial city known as the City of the Eternal Spring because of its wonderful sunny days and warm weather. Continue on to Taxco, the silver capital of the world. You will enjoy a full day browsing the winding cobblestone streets for artefacts of silver, gold, brass and copper. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.

Day 5 _ PueblaToday we travel to a colonial city east of Mexico City. Puebla is the meeting point of the Eastern Sierra and the central highlands, making it possible to see the peaks of the two highest volcanoes: The Smoking Mountain and The Sleeping Woman. Puebla is known for the world famous “Talavera” pattern ceramics and its 365 church domes, onefor every day of the year. Continue on to Cholula to see the biggest pyramid in old Mesoamerica which is underground. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.

Day 6 _ Mexico City to OaxacaTransfer from your hotel to Mexico City airport for your flight to Oaxaca and transfer from Oaxaca airport to your hotel..

Day 7 _ OaxacaEnjoy a Oaxaca City tour, see all the main attractions of this fine 16th century Colonial City.

Day 8 _ Oaxaca to MitlaYour morning tour takes you to Mitla, regarded by many to be the finest example of stone masonry in the world. Next a visit to El Tule, an ancient “Ahuehuete” cypress tree, said to be 2000 years old. Return to Oaxaca for an afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 9 _ Oaxaca to Monte AlbánToday we take a 3 hour visit to Monte Alban, once a holy city built on top of a mountain, with magnificent stone carvings on vertical slabs that date back to 700AD. Return to Oaxaca for an afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 10 _Oaxaca to MéridaTransfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Merida and your transfer to your Merida hotel. Afternoon and/or evening at leisure.

Day 11 _ MéridaSee all the sights of Merida on your city tour, known as the “White City” for the colour of the quarry stone with which it was built. Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 12 _ Mérida to UxmalToday we visit the ancient Mayan cities of Uxmal & Kabah, passing through Mayan villages along the way. This Mayan city is one of the great showpieces of Mayan architecture. Return to Merida for an evening at leisure

Day 13 _ Chichen ItzáNo visit to Merida is complete without a visit to the Mayan city of Chichen Itza. This is one of the largest and best maintained archaeological sites in Mexico. Return to Merida for an evening at leisure or continue on with a transfer to Cancun or Playa del Carmen for an optional beach add on.

Day 14 _ DepartTransfer from your hotel to the airport for your departure.

MEXICO CITY

Teotihuacán

TaxcoCuernavaca

Merida

Puebla

Uxmal /Kabah

Chichen ItzaCancun

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Package includes:• 5 nights in Mexico City at your choice of

hotel

• 4 nights in Oaxaca at your choice of hotel

• 4 nights in Merida at your choice of hotel

• Transfers

• Mexico City and Museum tour




• Oaxaca city tour

• Day tour to Mitla


• Merida city tour

• Day tour to Uxmal & Kabah, lunch included

• Day tour to Chichen Itza, lunch included

* Day tours may not be done in the order stated as subject to operational days and guest arrival day. Airfares NOT included.

Tours – Daily departure

Ancient Route

14 day tour

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Day 4 _ Cuernavaca & TaxcoVisit Cuernavaca, a fine colonial city known as the City of the Eternal Spring because of its wonderful sunny days and warm weather. Continue on to Taxco, the silver capital of the world. You will enjoy a full day browsing the winding cobblestone streets for artefacts of silver, gold, brass and copper. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.


Day 6 _ Tuxtla Gutierrezto San CristobalOn arrival transfer to Cahuare dock, located at Grijalva’s riverside, to take a motor boat trip along the Sumidero Canyon. This is one of the most amazing sights of the Chiapas. Transfer to and

overnight in San Cristobal.

Day 7 _ San CristobalCity tour of San Cristobal, where you will see churches and colonial buildings. Later we visit to the Indian towns of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan, to experience the lifestyle of the native people. Return to San Cristobal.

Day 8 _ San Cristobal to PalenqueDepart San Cristobal for Palenque. En route you will visit Agua Azul waterfalls, their singular beauty due to its blue turquoise waters, a fantastic place to swim and relax. Overnight in Palenque.

Day 9 _ Bonampak &Yaxchilan Today visit Bonampak & Yaxchilan. Deep in the jungle this archaeological site of Bonampak offers great frescoes representing everyday life of the Maya people. The tour is conducted by a local guide. Continue toward Frontera Corosal. Travel in a small boat on Usumacinta river to Yaxchilan. This site is famous for its fortifications of exquisite beauty. Return to Palenque.

Day 10 _ Palenque to Villahermosa Visit the archaeological site of Palenque, famous world wide because of its great buildings scattered in an exuberant jungle vegetation that makes it look more beautiful. The guided visit is conducted along the main constructions such as “The Palace”, “The Inscription’s Temple” with Pakal’s Tomb inside The Jaguar Temple. Transfer to Villahermosa’s airport for your flight to Merida and transfer to your Merida hotel

Day 11 _ MeridaSee all the sights of Merida on your city tour, known as the “White City” for the colour of the quarry stone with which it was built. Afternoon and evening at leisure

Day 12 _ Merida to UxmalToday we visit the ancient Mayan cities of Uxmal & Kabah, passing through Mayan villages along the way. This Mayan city is one of the great

showpieces of Mayan architecture. Return to Merida for an evening at leisure.

Day 13 _ Merida toChichen ItzaNo visit to Merida is complete without a visit to the Mayan city of Chichen Itza. This is one of the largest and best maintained archaeological sites in Mexico. Return to Merida for an evening at leisure or continue on with a transfer to Cancun or Playa del Carmen for an optional beach add on.


* Airfares not included.

MEXICO CITY

Palenque

Merida

Cancun

Teotihuacan

Taxco

Tuxtla GutierrezSan CristobalCuernavaca

Puebla

Uxmal / Kabah

Chichen Itza


hotel

• 2 nights in San Cristobal de la Casas at Ciudad Real Centro Historico

• 2 nights in Palenque at the Ciudad Real


• Transfers

• Mexico City and museum tour


• Day tour to Taxco and Cuernavaca


• Day activities in Chiapas

• Bonampak and Yaxchilan

• Merida city tour

• Day tour to Uxmal and Kabah, lunch included


* Day tours may not be done in the order stated as subject to operational days and guest arrival day. Hotels may be substituted based on availablility. Airfares NOT included.

14 day tour


History & Culture

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Day 4 _ Cuernavaca& TaxcoVisit Cuernavaca, a fine colonial city known as the City of the Eternal Spring because of its wonderful sunny days and warm weather. Continue on to

Taxco, the silver capital of the world. You will enjoy a full day browsing the winding cobblestone streets for artefacts of silver, gold, brass and copper. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.


Day 6 _ Mexico Cityto OaxacaTransfer from your hotel to Mexico City airport for your flight to Oaxaca and transfer from Oaxaca airport to your hotel.



Day 9 _ Oaxaca to Monte AlbanToday we take a 3 hour visit to Monte Alban, once a holy city built on top of a mountain, with magnificent stone carvings on vertical slabs that date back to 700AD. Return to Oaxaca for an afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 10 _ ArriveTuxtla Gutierrez to San CristobalOn arrival transfer to Cahuare dock, located at Grijalva’s riverside, to take a motor boat trip along the Sumidero Canyon. This is one of the most amazing sights of the Chiapas. Transfer to and overnight in San Cristobal.


Pre-Columbian World

18 day tour

Mexico – something for everyone

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MEXICO CITY

Palenque

Merida

Cancun

Teotihuacan

Taxco Oaxaca

Tuxtla Gutierrez

San CristobalCuernavaca

PueblaUxmal /Kabah

Chichen Itza

Package includes:• 5 nights in Mexico City at your choice of hotel


• 2 nights in San Cristobal at Ciudad Real Centro Historico

• 2 nights in Palenque at the Ciudad Real


• Transfers





• Oaxaca City tour

• Day tour to Mitla


• Day activities in Chiapas

• Bonampak & Yaxchilan

• Merida City tour

• Day tour to Uxmal & Kabah, lunch included


* Day tours may not be done in the order stated as subject to operational days and guest arrival day. Hotels may be substituted subject to availablility. Airfares NOT included.


Day 12 _ SanCristobal to PalenqueDepart San Cristobal for Palenque. En route you will visit Agua Azul waterfalls, their singular beauty due to its blue turquoise waters, a fantastic place to swim and relax. Overnight in Palenque.

Day 13 _ Bonampak & Yaxchilan Today visit Bonampak & Yaxchilan. Deep in the jungle this archaeological site of Bonampak offers great frescoes representing everyday life of the Maya people. The tour is conducted by an original Lacandon guide. Continue toward Frontera Corosal. Travel in a small boat on Usumacinta river to Yaxchilan. This site is famous for its fortifications of exquisite beauty. Return to Palenque.

Day 14 _ Palenque to Villahermosa Visit the archaeological site of Palenque, famous world wide because of its great buildings scattered in an exuberant jungle vegetation that makes it look more beautiful. The guided visit is conducted along the main constructions such as “The Palace”, “The Inscription’s Temple” with Pakal’s Tomb inside The Jaguar Temple. Transfer to Villahermosa’s airport for your flight to Merida.

Day 15 _ MeridaSee all the sights of Merida on your city tour, known as the “White City” for the colour of the quarry stone with which it was built. Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 16 _ Merida to UxmalToday we visit the ancient Mayan cities of Uxmal & Kabah, passing through Mayan villages along the way. This Mayan city is one of the great showpieces of Mayan architecture. Return to Merida for an evening at leisure.

Day 17 _ Merida to Chichen ItzaNo visit to Merida is complete without a visit to the Mayan city of Chichen Itza. This is one of the largest and best maintained archaeological sites in Mexico. Return to Merida for an evening at leisure or continue on with a transfer to Cancun or Playa del Carmen for an optional beach add on.


Mexico – the magic never leaves you

For the discerning traveller who wants the very best accommodation and an authentic Mexican experience you can't go past this superb collection of Haciendas for a taste of the splendour of a past era, with all that you would expect of five star luxury. This easy paced private tour will ensure you see the very best of Mexico in style.

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Package includes:• 3 nights in Mexico City staying at Casa Vieja

• 3 nights in Oaxaca staying at the Camino Real Oaxaca

• 2 nights in Merida staying at Hacienda San Jose

• 2 nights in Merida staying at Hacienda Santa Rosa

• 2 nights in Merida staying at Hacienda Temozon

• 2 nights in Campeche staying at Hacienda Uayamon

• Private Transfers

• Private Mexico City and Museum tour

• Private Teotihuacan & Guadalupe Shrine tour

• Private Mitla & Tule Tree tour

• Private Monte Alban tour

* Hotels may not be done in the order stated as subject to availablility. * Airfares NOT included


Boutique Haciendas

15 Day Boutique Haciendas of Mexico private Tour


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This is the ultimate tour for fun, sun, music, dance and market shopping. Enjoy the vibrancy of Mexico City, the cobblestone streets of Taxco and the amazing nightlife of Acapulco before your 8 day Havana, Trinidad & Varadero tour where your Salsa adventure takes you to the World famous Tropicana Show. Ole!

Package includes:• 5 nights in Mexico City at your choice of hotel

• Mexico City tour and Museum


• Day tour to Xochimilco Floating Gardens & markets

• Tickets to the Folkloric Ballet at the Palace of Fine Arts

• Day tour to Teotihuacan & the Guadalupe Shrine

• Mexico to Cuernavaca/Taxco/Acapulco tour & transfer

• 1 night Taxco at the Posada de la Mision (breakfast & dinner included)


• La Quebrada Cliff Divers show (dinner included)

• All Transfers in Mexico

• 7 night/8 day Havana, Trinidad & Varadero tour (your choice of set 3, 4 or 5 star accommodation)

• All transfers, day tours and sightseeing in Cuba

• Tickets to the world famous Tropicana Show (Premium seating)

• Tour and meals as specified on page 15 of our dedicated Cuba Brochure

*Hotels may be substituted based on availablility. Airfares NOT included.

17 day Mexico & Cuba tour

Fiesta & Salsa

Mexico – the magic never leaves you

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Tours - Daily departures

A Taste of Mexico

21 day tourDay 1 _ ArriveTransfer from Mexico City airport to your hotel. Afternoon or evening at leisure.



Day 4 _ PueblaToday we travel to a colonial city east of Mexico City. Puebla is the meeting point of the Eastern Sierra and the central highlands, making it possible to see the peaks of the two highest volcanoes: The Smoking Mountain and The Sleeping Woman. Puebla is known for the world famous “Talavera” pattern ceramics and its 365 church domes, onefor every day of the year. Continue on to Cholula to see the biggest pyramid in old Mesoamerica which is underground. Return to Mexico City for an evening at leisure.

Day 5 _ Cuernavacato TaxcoVisit Cuernavaca, a fine colonial city known as the City of the Eternal Spring because of its wonderful sunny days and warm weather. Continue on to

Taxco, the silver capital of the world. You will enjoy a full day browsing the winding cobblestone streets for artefacts of silver, gold, brass and copper. Overnight stay at Posada de la Mission Taxco.

Day 6 _ Taxco to AcapulcoEnjoy your day at leisure before you mid afternoon transfer to Acapulco.

Day 7 _ AcapulcoEnjoy the beach and the many facilities that this wonderful city has to offer before your evening transfer to the traditional Cliff Divers show at La Perla restaurant. Dinner is included.

Day 8 _ AcapulcoDay at leisure to enjoy Acapulco.

Day 9 _ OaxacaTransfer from your hotel in Acapulco to the airport for you flight to Oaxaca. Rest of the day and evening at leisure



Day 12 _ Oaxaca to Monte AlbanToday we take a 3 hour visit to Monte Alban, once a holy city built on top of a mountain, with magnificent stone carvings on vertical slabs that date back to 700AD. Return to Oaxaca for an afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 13 _ Arrive Tuxtla Gutierrez toSan CristobalTransfer from your Oaxaca hotel to the airport for your flight to Tuxtla Gutirrez. On arrival transfer to Cahuare dock, located at Grijalva’s riverside, to take a motor boat trip along the Sumidero Canyon. This is one of the most amazing sights of the Chiapas. Transfer to and overnight in San Cristobal.


Day 15 _ PalenqueWe depart early in the morning for Palenque. En route we will visit the Agua Azul waterfalls before continuing on to Misol Ha, another natural wonder of Chiapas. Overnight in Palenque.

Day 16 _ Palenque to CampecheToday we visit the most important Mayan site and the ruins of Palenque, surrounded by abundant vegetation. Next we continue on to Campeche, a 4 hour scenic drive from Palenque. Overnight in Campeche.


Day 17 _ Campeche to MeridaWe start our day with a panoramic city tour of Campeche, a famous colonial city. We continue our tour on to Merida, the capital of the Yucatan and en route visit the jewel of the Mayan cities, Uxmal. Overnight in Merida.

Day 18 _ Merida toCancunOur day begins with a City tour of Merida, known as the “White City” for the colour of the quarry stone with which it was built. We continue our journey with a tour of Chichen Itza, the most famous Mayan site before arriving at our final destination of Cancun.

Day 19 _ Cancun toTulum & Xel-haToday we visit Tulum, the only port city and ceremonial centre known to be built by the Mayans before our final stop at Xel-ha, an ecological park. Lunch & drinks included. Return to Cancun for an evening at leisure.

Day 20 _ Cancun to XcaretTour to Xcaret Ecological Park for a day of total fun! Swim in underground rivers, snorkel with tropical fish and take in a cultural show. Return to Cancun for an evening at leisure.

Day 21 _ DepartTransfer to Cancun airport for your departing flight.

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MEXICO CITY Palenque

Merida

Cancún

Teotihuacan

Tuxtla Gutierrez

San Cristobal

Flores

Uxmal /Kabah

Chichen Itza

Acapulco


hotel

• 1 night in Taxco at the Posada de la Mission, breakfast and dinner included



• 2 nights in San Cristobal at the Cuidad Real Centro Historico

• 1 night in Palenque at the Cuidad Real

• 1 night in Campeche at the Hotel del Mar

• 1 night in Merida at your choice of hotel

• 3 nights in Cancun at your choice of hotel

• Transfers


• Day tour to Puebla and Cholula


• Day tour to Taxco and Cuernavaca

• La Quebrada cliff divers show and dinner

• Oaxaca City tour

• Day tour to Mitla and Tule Tree


• Day activities on the Mayan Path days 13–18 as per itinerary

• Day tour to Tulum and Xel-ha, lunch and drinks at Xel-ha included


*Day tours may not be done in the order stated as subject to operational days and guest arrival day. Hotels may be substituted based on availablility.

*Airfares NOT included.

Casa Vieja

Mexico City. See page 18.

Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita Mayan Riviera. See page 11.

Grand Velas VallartaPuerto Vallarta. See page 16.

The Royal

Playa del Carmen. See page 6.

Maroma

Mayan Riviera. See page 11.

Camino Real

Oaxaca. See page 20.

Fiesta Americana rand Coral BeachCancun. See page 4.

Zoetry Casa Del MarZoetry Casa. See page 15.

The W Hotel

Mexico City. See page 18.

Explorean

Mayan Riviera. See page 11.

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ClimateMexico is the 15th largest country in the world. Half of the country is more than 1500m above sea level. Due to the altitude in some regions and the diversity of the country, the climate varies greatly. Generally, the climate is tropical and similar to that of Australia as it lies just to the north of the equator. Summer months are from June through to August with wettest months being July and August. The drier months are November–May with a more temperate climate.

LanguageSpanish is the predominant language. English is spoken and understood in the resort areas. Whenever possible, speak Spanish – your hosts will love you for trying. Several native American languages are spoken in certain regions of Mexico.

TimeMexico has 3 different time zones: West Coast, Central (Mexico City) and East Coast (Cancún). The time difference during Australian summer is 17 hours ahead Mexican Central Time, and during Australian winter, 15 hours ahead Mexican Central Time.

CurrencyMoney is exchanged at casa de cambios (currency exchange houses), which are open longer hours than banks and generally offer quicker service too. It is better not to exchange your US dollars at airports as the exchange rate is usually very poor compared with the above. The peso is local currency. While US dollars are readily accepted throughout, particularly in major resort areas, we recommend you use pesos during your stay.

Credit cardsCredit cards are widely accepted, with Visa and Mastercard being the cards of choice. American Express is also widely accepted. When checking into hotels, clients are often asked for a credit card to cover incidental charges, and asked to sign a blank charge slip. This is a common practice and should not be viewed with suspicion. Ensure to ask for a copy upon check out.

TippingTipping 10% to 15% is customary in Mexico. Usually you are not expected to tip a taxi driver. In general, tip service people (hotel maids, bellboys and waiters). Always carry extra peso notes in small amounts for tipping as they do come in very handy.

Staying healthyA very simple way to ruin your Mexico holiday is to become paranoid about getting sick. Use common sense and follow these guidelines: always wash your hands before eating; drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids and do not become dehydrated! Drink bottled water; ease into local eating and drinking habits. Respect the almighty Tequila God!!

CrowdsUS, European and Mexican holidays have an impact on travel flows to Mexico’s beach resorts. Christmas and Easter are the busiest times for beach resorts; we recommend you skip these holidays and travel in early December or early to mid-January as the weather is superb, rates are cheaper and the crowds are gone!

ToursFor your own convenience, it is important for you to book your transfers and tours in advance. Time factor is important once you have arrived in Mexico, and by advance booking, you can avoid a lot of hassles and time consuming arrangements. Booking in advance means service with the right and professional people, as well as a good deal of savings, since we are the official representatives of the top tour operators in Mexico.

What to packCasual dress is appropriate for nearly all occasions in Mexico. However, Mexico has some particular customs regarding appropriate dress for certain situations: bathers should not be worn away from swimming pools and beach areas; shorts should not be worn when entering a church; don’t forget to pack sunglasses, suntan lotion, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, insect repellent, camera and film, a pocket sized English/Spanish dictionary, a small first-aid kit, and last of all – your spirit of adventure and sense of humour! Note: Mexico’s electrical current is 110 volts AC – the same as the US and Canada – i.e. leave the hair dryer at home!

TransfersGround operators are there to assist and guide you should you be in need of English speaking assistance. In a foreign speaking country, the transfer operators are a welcome support, not just as a means of getting about, but they will help you in case you experience problems. You can always count on the transfer operator as your friend in Mexico.

Mexico

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Alterations to bookings made will incur an administration fee of $30 PLUS any communication expenses incurred e.g. international fax/phone/courier costs. Some hotels in Mexico have specific alteration conditions – please call for details.

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Where exchange rate fluctuations occur or any other increase in the price of services provided which are beyond our control, we reserve the right to adjust the cost of your booking accordingly, up to the date of departure, even though your booking may have been fully paid. Once a client has departed Australia/New Zealand Pulse Holidays cannot be held responsible for any airline schedule changes. It is the client’s responsibility to confirm flights and tours in advance. This is a condition of booking.

RefundsAll refunds will incur an account processing fee of $50 and can only be lodged within 30 days of the last accommodation booking with Mexico Reservation Centre. No third party can authorise such refunds on our behalf. No refunds will be made for any unused services that vouchers have been issued for.

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