Itinerary - Contiki

Mexico Grande
13 Days, 4 States
From €1739pp*
€134 per day
Itinerary
& sightseeing
Day 1: Mexico City to
Morelia Meet up with your
Contiki Team & leave Mexico’s
capital behind. Arrive in Morelia
with its fascinating colonial
architecture & picturesque
streets. Try some seriously
delicious local food, then it’s out
for a night on the town. Hotel (D)
• Walking tour of Morelia
• Visit a local candy market
• Watch the spectacular
illumination of Mexico’s
most beautiful cathedral
Day 2: Morelia to Ixtapa
via Zihuatanejo Head out
west to the sunny Mexican
Riviera & be amazed at its’
long stretches of white sand
beaches, then kick back in the
resort town of Ixtapa. Hotel (B)
• Visit Playa La Ropa &
Zihuatanejo
Day 3: Ixtapa Have fun
walking along the shore in the
‘Hotel Zone’ or discover an
authentic ambience in a nearby
beach village. The waters are
perfect for snorkeling, kayaking
& fishing. Hotel (B,D)
Day 4: Ixtapa to
Acapulco The bright lights &
non-stop energy of Acapulco
Bay are calling! Watch the
Chichen Itza
world-renowned & deathdefying
cliff divers & when
the sun sets, experience the
nightlife of Mexico’s ultimate
party town. Hotel (B)
• See the famous cliff divers
by night
Day 5: Acapulco Get into
the local scene by exploring
a traditional open air market.
Otherwise, relax in the sun
on the beach, sample mouth
watering seafood & this
afternoon watch the sunset on
a party cruise. Hotel (B)
Day 6: Acapulco to Taxco
Wind into the Sierra Madre
Mountains & find the quaint
stucco buildings of Taxco
nestled in the hills. Known for its
fine silver handiwork, check out
artisan shops for the perfect
souvenir gift. Hotel (B,D)
• Watch a silver
demonstration
Day 7: Taxco to Mexico
City Return to Mexico City
& visit the unique floating
gardens & markets of
Xochimilco. Then it’s off
through “The City of Palaces”
where you’ll see a multitude
of ancient ruins & interesting
colonial-influenced, yet
modern architecture. Hotel (B)
• Float through the canals of
Xochimilco on a Trajinera
• Guided tour of Centro
Historico, including
Explore more: optional activities
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MORELIA
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MEXICO CITY
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the National Palace,
Metropolitan Cathedral &
Templo Mayor
Visit Coyoacán, birthplace
of Frida Kahlo
Day 8: Mexico City Start the
day with a tour of the remarkable
ancient ruins of Teotihuacan.
Afterwards, the day is yours to
jump into the city’s high energy
through its sidewalk cafes,
bazaars, boutiques & museums.
Hotel (B,D)
• Guided tour of Teotihuacan
Day 9: Mexico City to
Merida Leave behind the
buzz of Mexico City & fly to the
beautiful white-stone city of
Merida. Tour the city’s gorgeous
colonial buildings, palaces
& haciendas before having
a mouthwatering, typical
Yucatecan meal. Hotel (B,D)
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Walking tour of Merida’s
sights
Day 10: Merida to
Cancun via Chichen Itza
Take a captivating journey
through Mayan history on a
guided tour at Chichen Itza – a
spectacular ancient ceremonial
centre. This afternoon we arrive
in the modern mega-resort
city of Cancun with its endless
shopping, nightlife & many
outdoor activities. Hotel (B)
• Guided tour of the Mayan
ruins at Chichen Itza
Swim in a cenote
Ixtapa Horseback ride along the shoreline & plantations • Sunset quad
bike adventure Cancun Guided jungle bike ride & zip-line adventure • Trip to
an ecological park with wildlife & water activities
Visit contiki.com/mexico-grande-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Places visited
Nightstops
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ACAPULCO
Day 11: Cancun &
Playa del Carmen
Day trip to the beach
playground of Playa del
Carmen. Take a stroll
along the Quinta Avenida
& the stunning beach &
enjoy the friendly local
hospitality here. Fill your
day with everything from
snorkeling the azure waters,
hanging out in open-air
cafes & restaurants or stop
for a beer or two & people
watch. You can even take
a ferry across to the Island
of Cozumel before heading
back to Cancun. Hotel (B)
• Visit Playa del Carmen
Code: MEXC 2012/13
Tour validity: Feb 2012 to Mar 2013
Visit www.contiki.com/mexico-grande
www.contiki.com/mexico-grande
CANCÚN
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YUCATÁN
Playa del
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QUINTANA
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Day 12: Cancun Soak
up all the Cancun action
you want today - swim
through a jungle lagoon,
learn to scuba dive, or take
a day trip to beautiful Isla
Mujeres for some delicious
seafood, snorkeling &
sightseeing. And for your
last night, party in great
bars & dance clubs ’til the
sun comes up. Hotel (B,D)
Day 13: Depart
Cancun Your Mexican
adventure ends this
morning & it’s time to
say farewell to your new
friends. (B)
* Price quoted is per person & is based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a
same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Alternatively
ask us about our single room supplements. Price is
based on 2012-13 season - check contiki.com for
the most up to date prices.
Tour starts at 7:00am & ends approx. 11:00am.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation
options see contiki.com/staylonger.
For travel insurance see p.66.
Please note: this tour is operated by Journey Mexico
on behalf of Contiki.
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What’s Included:
12 nights twin-share
accommodation:
(more on p.53)
18 meals:
12 breakfasts (B)
6 dinners (D)
An experienced &
professional Tour
Manager & Driver team
Modern, air-con coach
Flight from Mexico City to
Merida
Sightseeing tours of
all major cities
Local taxes & service
charges
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Only Contiki
includes
• Acapulco catamaran cruise
• Cruise on a ‘Trajinera’ &
discover Xochimilco from a
different angle
• Tour the pyramids of
Teotihuacan
• Relax & take in the sights on
a horse drawn carriage ride
in Merida
• Visit the ancient ruins of
Chichen Itza
More on
this tour:
For all of our special Contiki
Inclusions, Regional Dinners,
itinerary & sightseeing go to:
contiki.com/mexico-grande
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Pay 12 months in
advance you save
€175. Or pay 6
months in advance
you save €85.
See p.16 for details.
Trajinera boat ride
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World Heritage
sites visited