Description

A unique journey that combines the culture, history and exotic beauty of Mexico. From the lively and colorful Mexico City, with its impressive archaeological sites and gastronomy, to the charming colonial atmosphere of Merida, the heart of the Yucatan, and finally to the enchanting beaches of Playa del Carmen with the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. A program full of images, flavors and authentic experiences that highlight the magic of Mexico.

1^OR-2^OR DAY: ATHENS – MEXICO CITY – MEXICO CITY TOUR
Gathering at Athens International Airport El. Venizelos and departure to Mexico City.

Arrival the next day and after collecting your luggage at Benito Juarez Airport, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. We leave our luggage and start our tour of Mexico City: huge, cosmopolitan, colorful, troubled, modern and old together, built more than two kilometers above sea level – in other words unique. We will visit the historic center of the city, protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

We will start from its central square, officially called Constitution Square but known to everyone as Zócalo (meaning "base"), where we will visit the Cathedral and the Government Palace, built exactly on the site of the palace of the Aztec emperor Moctezuma II. We will then travel by coach along the city's most spectacular avenue, Paseo de la Reforma, and cross the "Bosque de Chapultepec", a huge urban park with lakes, home to the city's zoo and several excellent museums. Return to the hotel and check into your rooms. Overnight.
3^OR DAY: SAINT GUADELOUPE & TEOTIHUACAN PYRAMIDS EXCURSION
Breakfast at the hotel and immediately we start our tour of the Square of 3 Cultures, where the past and the present meet.

We will also visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. We continue to the impressive archaeological zone of Teotihuacan, to admire the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, the temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the citadel and the avenue of the dead. Lunch and then return to our hotel. Free for the rest of the day.

4^OR DAY: FRIDA KAHLO EXCURSION – XOCHIMILCO - COYOCAN
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for a very special neighborhood of Mexico City, the bohemian area of Coyoacan. We will visit Frida Kahlo's house, which functions as a museum and is one of the most famous attractions in Mexico City, (CasaAzul) to experience the aura of the great artist up close. Then we will explore the neighborhood of Coyoacán, full of cafes and small markets, and continue with lunch food tour in a local market. We will then visit the nearby area of Xochimilko, known for its canals, which were created by an extensive system of lakes and canals that connected the area to the Valley of Mexico. The retreat of the waters created these channels, along with the artificial islands, the "chinampas". The sight will impress you, since the cheerful Mexicans, dressed in colorful costumes and the well-known sombreros, drive their colorful gondolas, the "trajineras", decorated with fancy things, selling food and singing traditional songs! Return to our hotel.

5^or DAY: MEXICO CITY – FREE DAY

Free day to discover the unique atmosphere of Mexico City at your own pace. Beyond the main attractions of the classic tour, you can explore quaint neighborhoods like Roma and Condesa with their cute cafes, local restaurants and outdoor arts and crafts markets.

Food lovers can try authentic street food, tacos and traditional Mexican cuisine at local cantinas and mercados

For shopping, there are many options from designer boutiques to traditional markets with silverware, souvenirs and local products. Alternatively, you can relax in the large Chapultepec park, visit the anthropological museum or enjoy the lively nightlife of the city with mariachi music, cocktail bars and rooftop views.

6^or DAY: MEXICO CITY – MERIDA
Breakfast at the hotel and free for shopping and activities in the city. You can visit the mercado de artesanias and the mercado flores, the Museum of Anthropology or the Santa Fe Shopping Center. We will then collect our things and transfer to the airport for our flight to Merida. Arrival and check-in at our hotel and a first acquaintance with this beautiful city.

7^OR DAY: MERIDA – USMAL – MERIDA
Breakfast at the hotel and we begin our tour of the ancient city of Usmal (Uxmal – despite the x pronounced Usmal, with a thick s), perhaps the most impressive of all the archaeological sites of the Yucatan Peninsula, and certainly the most harmonious and peaceful.
Usmal in the Mayan language meant "thrice built", and in this particular case referred to the impressive Temple (or Pyramid) of the Magus, the best known of Usmal's buildings.
We will visit it, as well as all the other important buildings in the area.
At noon, after meal us, we will continue in the direction of the "white city" of Mérida, capital of the province of Yucatán.
Panoramic city tour. Relaxation. In the evening we are free to wander the city's alleys and experience its nightlife.

8^OR DAY: MERIDA – CHICHEN ITZA – PLAYA DEL CARMEN (all inclusive)
Breakfast and departure to Chichén-Itzá, site of the most extensively studied of all the Mayan pyramids and one of the Wonders of the New World. We will also visit the Palace of a Thousand Columns, the observatory, the impressive, huge Sacred Well from which the site takes its name (Chichén Itzá means, roughly, Mouth of the Well of Itza) – and of course the stadium from whose land, according to a famous Mayan prophecy, on December 22, 2012, the warrior god Kukulkan would emerge in the form of serpent and would bring a definitive end to our world. Before continuing the journey we will have the opportunity to swim in one of the famous Selva Maya cenotes, where we will enjoy lunch us. Arrival, check-in at the hotel and free rest of the evening.

9AM - 10AM DAY: FREE DAYS – PLAYA DEL CARMEN (all inclusive)
Free days to enjoy one of the most beautiful and famous resorts in the entire Western Hemisphere. It is a paradise on earth. From the beach with its unique, white as powdered sugar, sand and its incredible turquoise waters, to the hotels with their endless suggestions for relaxation, sports, spectacle, entertainment and excellent food, it is certain that you will enjoy every moment of your day.

DAY 11: CANCUN – ISTANBUL
Morning departure for our transfer to Cancun airport to catch the return flight to Athens.

12^OR DAY: CONSTANTINOPLE - ATHENS
Arrival in Kon/li and then on to Athens full of images and... unforgettable memories.

What's included

Airline tickets with Turkish airlines
Airport taxes
Domestic flight Mexico City - Merida with airport taxes
One (1) piece of 23 kg luggage and one (1) piece of 8 kg hand luggage
Accommodation in the hotels of the 4* & 5* program with breakfast
All transfers, excursions according to the program
Meals of the program (only drinks are paid on the spot)
Entrances to the archaeological sites and Frida Kahlo casa azul or Casa Rojo
English-speaking tour guide – & Greek-speaking escort, local representative of our office
24 hour emergency phone & Services of local English speaking agents/guides
Travel insurance
Information forms, Liability insurance, VAT

What is not included

Entrance tickets not listed in the program are paid on the spot
Riviera Maya hotel tax in pesos - paid on site at the hotel
All meals and drinks not listed in the program
Optional excursions (ask us for prices)
Personal expenses
Gratuities for local drivers and guides

General Information

The 7-night program has 3 nights Mexico City, 2 Merida, 2 playa del Carmen .

The 8-night program has 4 nights Mexico City, 2 Merida, 2 playa del Carmen

The 9-night program has 4 nights Mexico City, 2 Merida, 3 playa del Carmen

The 10-night program has 4 nights Mexico City, 2 Merida, 4 playa del Carmen

Departure dates:

October 27, December 3, 21, 29

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

To enter the country you will need a passport valid for at least six months.
• When you travel, it is a good idea to carry photocopies of important documents that you will need in case of emergency, such as: photocopy of your passport (page with your details), credit card number, emergency phone numbers, credit card cancellation, medical assistance. Of course, you will have the copies in a different location than the originals.
• It is also very useful to have a note in your pocket with your passport number, date of issue and expiry. In many countries, you have to fill in these details several times at customs, hotels, etc. In order not to take your passport out of your inner pockets and risk losing it, it's a good idea to write them down on a piece of paper and always have it handy.

CANCELLATION POLICY

In case of cancellation up to 60 days before departure – €150 per person
In case of cancellation 31-59 days before departure – 30% of the total price
In case of cancellation 16-30 days before departure – 70% of the total price
In case of cancellation 0-15 days before departure – 100% of the total price

*You can replace your participation with another name up to 15 days before departure, without cancellation fees

RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS

For the definitive pre-booking, an advance payment of 30% of the final price is required, along with the travelers' passports or ID cards and the signature of the travel contract. Payment of the package must be made 30 days before departure.

Package Tables

Duration	Departures	FINAL PRICE per person double room	Single
10 Days / 9 Nights	27/10	2.890€	+635€
12 Days / 9 Nights	3/12	2.830€	+755€
11 Days / 8 Nights	21/12	€2,890 early booking	+755€
13 Days / 10 Nights	29/12	€2,940 early booking	+735€