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From Guadalajara in the north, to Antigua in the south, there is so much to experience; quaint villages and bustling markets, colonial cities with cobblestone streets and brightly coloured walls, parades and festivals, music everywhere.
Swim and snorkel at tropical beaches, explore the mysterious cities of the ancient Aztec and Mayan civilisations; go walking, kayaking, and horse riding. Travel along jungle rivers and climb an active volcano……… You will be captivated!
Itinerary Highlights
Merida - one of Mexico's oldest cities with a touch of Caribbean
flavour, the perfect place to celebrate Halloween!
Oaxaca -fine colonial architecture and bustling craft markets,
visit a traditional weaving village.
Guanajuato - a World Heritage Site, the old city is a living monument
to its prosperous and turbulent silver mining past; for over 2 centuries
30% to 40% of the world silver was mined in Guanjuato State. Delightfully
colonial with a maze of tunnels beneath the town and crooked cobbled streets above.
San Miguel - charming colonial town in a beautiful setting; a
hands-on cooking class preparing traditional Mexican fare, walk
to viewpoints and explore neighbouring Pozos, a mining ghost town.
Mexico City - Mexico's vast Capital city of 24 million, once
the site of an ancient Aztec city.
Guadalajara - Mexico's second largest city, birthplace of mariachi
music and tequila.
Ancient Sites of the Maya and Aztec - climb pyramids and spires,
explore mysterious structures; Chichen Itza, Uxmal, and Palaneque;
at Tikal (Guatemala) tall pyramids pierce the dense rainforest canopy
and the call of the howler monkeys reverberates through the trees; at
Teotihuacan, Mexico's biggest ancient site, climb to the top of
the world’s third largest pyramid.
San Christobal de las casas - fascinating villages where the
Indian people still practice many of the customs and beliefs of
their Mayan ancestors. A thrilling boat ride between the towering
rock walls of Canyon Sumidero.
Antigua - among the oldest and most beautiful cities in the Americas,
Antigua is stunningly located, nestled between three volcanoes.
Climb active Volcan Pacaya for spectacular views over the city and
countryside.
Lake Atitlan - a massive caldera (collapsed volcanic cone) surrounded
by 3 volcanic cones that loom over the landscape, scenery and sunsets
are spectacular! Boating, bath in thermal pools, lakeside walks
and horse riding on the slopes of Volcan San Pedro.
Chichicastenango - a fascinating town with shamanistic and ceremonial
undertones as its citizens adhere to pre Christian religious beliefs
and ceremonies. The mountain town of Chichi is home to Guatemala’s
largest indigenous markets, a wonderful selection of traditional
weavings and other handicrafts.
Flores - kayaking on Lake Peten Itza, the bird life along the
shoreline is amazing.
Cozumel Island - 3 nights on the beautiful Mayan Riviera; white sand beaches and rocky coves, swim and snorkel in the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean. A fabulous R and R time before flying home.
Travel Style
We travel light - in local exploratory mode; travelling as a backpacker
carrying light weight travel packs (under 10kg) and for the most
part using public transports. A good degree of walking fitness and
agility is required as during this trip most sightseeing excursions
will involve walking. In addition, you must be able to carry your
pack between transport depots and hotels, i.e. for 10 to 30 minutes.
More extended day walking, lake kayaking and horse riding are included
(optional participation).
Accommodation
Star** to Star *** standard, centrally located, clean and comfortable
twin share rooms with private bathrooms are the norm.
Trip Data
Price will included - Flights AKL/AKL (flight related taxes not included), Hotels, transports, sights/activities as per itinerary. Meals not included, although some breakfasts maybe.
New Itinerary Planned for 2009
Details will be available by October 2008
Code Number:
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MG 101 |
| Departure (ex Auckland): |
Late 2008 |
| Estimated Price: |
TBA |
| Minimum Number: |
11 |
| Days: |
30 |
| Trip Status: |
Keep Me Posted List |
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