ebrochure-latin-america-201719-euro

19 DAYS · 3 COUNTRIES · FROM y 4145 PP* y 219 P/DAY*
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO y380
18
NIGHTS
Unique Special Stay:
1 night Jungle Lodge , &
17 nights in twin-share
hotels
26
INCLUDED MEALS
18 breakfasts (B),
8 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS
An experienced & professional
Trip Manager plus Local Guides in
some destinations
2 internal flights & transfers
ME TIME OPTIONALS
MMayan culture adventure
complete with ziplining,
rappelling, canoeing & lunch!
MKayak the crystalline Caribbean
MHike a volcano (availability
subject to lava flow)
NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES
• Tour the pyramids of Teotihuacan
• Visit the ancient ruins of
Chichen Itza
• Visit the Mayan ruins of Tikal
FREE WIFI
Free WiFi in
Contiki hotels
DISCOVERER
YOUR TRIP
DAY 1: Arrive Puerto Vallarta .
Welcome to Puerto Vallarta, one
of Mexico’s most popular beach
destinations. Today, meet up with your
group & get ready for a day of exploring
the golden sands or famous seaside
malecon (promenade) lined with bars,
re s taura nt s & sho p s . H ote l (D)
DAY 2: Puerto Vallarta . Today take on
Puerto Vallarta & opt for a zipline thrill on
Mexico’s longest & fastest lines, or
go north of town & spend the day
away at the beachside town of Sayulita,
known for surfing, shopping & cool vibes.
Tonight maybe take in a performance
over dinner on an optional boat ride in the
b ay. H ote l (B)
MJungle Ziplining
MCatamaran Cruise
DAY 3: Puerto Vallarta to
Guadalajara . Today we head to the
city the locals call the “Pearl of the
West”, Guadalajara! Take a closer look at
buildings & plazas filled with great murals
& history. Stroll through the charming
streets of the historic centre, where you’ll
visit the four main squares, inside city hall
& t he m agnifice nt ca t he dra l . H ote l (B)
G uid e d tour of G u ad a l aja ra
• Visit a Tequila factory
DAY 4: Guadalajara to Guanajuato .
Today we drive to the beautiful colonial
city of Guanajuato. This afternoon explore
the winding streets & subterranean
passageways of this UNESCO World
Heritage city. View the romantic “Callejon
de Beso” & hear the legend about the
two lovers. Later, see the cast iron & glass
Hidalgo Market, designed by Gustave
Eiffel where you’ll have a chance to shop
for local sweet treats. Hotel (B,D)
• Wa lking tour of G u a n aju a to
DAY 5: Guanajuato to Mexico City .
Return to Mexico City through the
charming countryside of the colonial
heartland where we stop for lunch in
the Pueblo Magico (magic town) of San
Miguel de Allende before arriving in
Me xico Cit y. H ote l (B)
• Visit San Miguel de Allende
DAY 6: Mexico City . Today we visit
the unique floating gardens & markets
of Xochimilco. Then, it’s off through
“The City of Palaces” to see the ancient
ruins & colonial-influenced yet modern
a rc hite c ture. H ote l (B)
• Float through the canals of Xochimilco
on a trajinera
• Visit Coyoacan, birthplace of Frida Kahlo
DAY 7: Mexico City . Start the day with
a tour of the incredible ancient ruins of
Teotihuacan. Afterwards, get back to
Mexico City for some down time before
we head out for a night on the town.
H ote l (B , D)
• G uid e d tour of Te otihu aca n
MHot Air Ballooning
DAY 8: Mexico City to Merida . Le a ve
behind the buzz of Mexico City & fly to
the beautiful white-stone city of Merida.
Tour the city’s gorgeous colonial buildings
& Government Palace. Tonight, be sure to
indulge in traditional Yucatecan cuisine.
H ote l (B)
• Walking tour of Merida’s sights
DAY 9: Merida to Cancun . Immerse
yourself in Mayan history on a guided
tour at Chichen Itza – the country’s
spectacular ancient Mayan city. This
afternoon we arrive in legendary Cancun
with its endless shopping, nightlife &
ou td o o r hub. H ote l (B)
• Guided tour of the Mayan ruins
at Chichen Itza
• Swim in a cenote (sink hole)
DAY 10: Cancun . Make this city your
playground & start out with a day free to
explore. From snorkelling the clear blue
waters, to checking out the beach town
of Playa del Carmen, where you can shop,
or stop off for a drink & people watch.
H ote l (B , D)
DAY 11: Cancun . Soak up all the Cancun
action you want today – swim through a
jungle lagoon, snorkel, or take a day trip to
beautiful Isla Mujeres for some delicious
seafood & sightseeing. Tonight, party
in great bars & dance clubs ‘til the sun
co me s up. H ote l (B)
MSnorkelling & zipline adventure
DAY 12: Cancun to Playa del Carmen .
This morning we head to the beach town
of Playa del Carmen for a few lazy sun
soaked days. Playa del Carmen’s palmlined
streets will give you plenty of retail
therapy & its sun soaked beachside bars &
re s taura nt s a re pure b lis s . H ote l (B)
DAY 13: Playa del Carmen . The day is
yours to wander the streets or lie on the
powder-like sands. If you’re up for it, a day
trip to the island of Cozumel is on deck
& is the perfect way to experience the
Caribbean in all its amazing tropical glory.
H ote l (B , D)
MDay trip to Cozumel
MSnorkelling
DAY 14: Playa del Carmen to Caye
Caulker . Adios Mexico, we love you but
we’re off to Belize & the Caribbean island
of Caye Caulker. Tonight is your chance
to feast on fresh seafood, meander the
sand-covered streets or sample reggae
night life! H ote l (B)
• Experience the Belize Barrier Reef
DAY 15: Caye Caulker . The day is all
yours! You could try swimming with sharks
at Belize’s World Heritage Barrier Reef,
kayaking the mangroves or lazing on “The
Split” where sipping & sunbathing is the
s ce ne! H ote l (B , D)
• Dive or snorkel on Belize Barrier Reef
DAY 16: Caye Caulker to Tikal
National Park . Next up is Guatemala’s
Peten via Belize City! On arrival at our
awesome Jungle Lodge there’s the option
to fly through the rainforest canopy on
ziplines… why not! Explore the local ruins
then drift to sleep to the sounds of the
fo re s t . (B , D)
Contiki Special Stay Jungle Lodge
• Stay in Tika l N a tio n a l Pa r k
MJungle ziplining experience
DAY 17: Tikal National Park to
Antigua . Rise early to watch daybreak
unfold from the top of the Mayan ruin,
Templo IV. We’ll take a guided tour
of the area & you could explore the
magnificent jungle ruins. Skip the queues
& head straight for the unique beauty &
relaxed vibe of World Heritage Antigua.
Experience the historic & beautiful town,
with its rooftop flowerbeds, horse-drawn
carriages & cobblestones. Hotel (B)
• Sightseeing tour of colonial Antigua
DAY 18: Antigua . With the day all
yours, see the sights & tick those boxes.
Adventure seekers can hike a volcano or
ride mountain bikes. Or if you want to
relax you could try making local native
chocolates or shop for traditional textiles.
H ote l (B , D)
MHike the Pacaya volcano
DAY 19: Depart Antigua .
This morning it’s adios to your amigos.
So say your goodbyes before heading
home, or get out & do some more
e x p lo ring in A ntigu a . (B)
HOW MUCH & WHEN
TRAVELLING EARLY?
Travelling between August 27th 2017 & February
18th 2018? The below trips (MXMC) are 18 days long &
feature a modified itinerary, Day 1 will start in Mexico City,
1 night in Santa Elena/Flores, 1 night in Panajachel, 2 nights
in San Cristobal de las Casas, 1 night in Tehuantepec & 2
nights in Oaxaca. See below for start & end times & visit
contiki.com/latin-legends for full details.
CODE: MXMC 2017/18
Start Finish Total
Mexico Mexico Cost
City City € pp*
2017
Aug 27 Sep 13 3849
Sep 24 Oct 11 3849
Oct 22 Nov 8 3849
Nov 19 Dec 6 3849
Dec 10 ▲ Dec 27 3849
Single room supplement add €919.
Start Mexico City 7:00am & end Mexico City approx. 6:00pm.
CODE: MXMC 2018/19
Start Finish Total
Puerto Antigua Cost
Vallarta
€ pp*
2018
Mar 12 Mar 30 4145
Apr 16 May 4 4145
May 21 Jun 8 4145
Jun 11 Jun 29 4145
Jun 25 Jul 13 4145
Jul 9 Jul 27 4145
Jul 30 Aug 17 4145
Aug 20 Sep 7 4145
Sep 17 Oct 5 4145
THE FINER DETAILS
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling
solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no
extra charge.
Single room supplement add €1375.
Start Puerto Vallarta 7:00am & end Antigua approx. 11:00am.
● Trip spends Xmas in Cancun & NYE Caye Caulker.
■ Trip spends Xmas in Merida & NYE in Tikal.
▲ Trip spends Xmas in Oaxaca.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see
contiki.com/stay longer.
For travel insurance see p.78.
Important: the following border crossing fees are not included in
the trip price. You will need to pay them locally (approx.):
Mexico Departure Fee US$26, San Pedro Port Fee US$1.25,
Belize Departure Tax US$20, Guatemala Entry Fee US$3.00.
MEXICO
Start Finish Total
Mexico Mexico Cost
City City € pp*
2017
Dec 24 ■ Jan 10 3849
2018
Jan 21 Feb 7 3849
Feb 18 Mar 7 3849
Start Finish Total
Puerto Antigua Cost
Vallarta
€ pp*
2018
Oct 15 Nov 2 4145
Nov 12 Nov 30 4145
Dec 3 Dec 21 4145
Dec 17 ● Jan 4 4145
2019
Jan 14 Feb 1 4145
Feb 11 Mar 1 4145
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