Mayan ruins peeking out from verdant jungle, street vendors hawking their wares on colonial streets, pristine white-sand beaches sparkling under the Caribbean sun — now this is the real Yucatán. On this unique 15-day journey, you’ll tour the ruins at Chichén Itzá and Palenque, and head deep into the jungle of Guatemala to experience the ruins of Tikal. You’re free to choose your own adventure! So escape the resort packages and witness all the incredible wilderness, wildlife, and Mayan culture — past and present — that you can imagine.
Hotels (14 nts).
1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD530-690 for meals not included.
Public bus, private vehicle, water taxi, taxi, walking.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Playa del Carmen: Arrive at any time.
Playa del Carmen/M?rida: Travel to M?rida, stopping en route for a guided tour of Chich?n Itz?. Enjoy an orientation walk of M?rida.
M?rida: Opt to visit the ruins of Uxmal or swim in cenotes (underground pools) in the Yucat?n.
M?rida/Palenque: Sit back and relax on a travel to Palenque in the lush jungle of Chiapas.
Palenque: Enjoy a guided tour of the Mayan ruins of Palenque.
Palenque: Enjoy a free day to explore Palenque and surroundings. Opt to visit the Roberto Barrios Waterfalls or go for a jungle hike to fully immerse yourself in your surroundings.
Palenque/Flores: Journey through the jungle by private vehicle, crossing into Guatemala and continuing on to Flores. Explore Lake Pet?n Itz? and the island of Flores.
Flores: Learn about Mayan culture and history on a guided tour of Tikal archaeological site. Relax on Lake Pet?n Itz? and go for a swim.
Flores/San Ignacio: Cross the border into Belize and travel to San Ignacio. Enjoy an included pottery demonstration and local lunch at a G Adventures-supported women's pottery cooperative.
San Ignacio: Enjoy free time to visit the sacred Mayan cave, Actun Tunichil Muknal, explore the Mountain Pine Ridge area or see the lesser-known Mayan ruins of Xunantunich or Caracol.
San Ignacio/Caye Caulker: Travel to Caye Caulker and enjoy this tropical paradise. Rent a bike and organize activities for the next day.
Caye Caulker: Spend the day exploring Caye Caulker and the marine life in the area.
Caye Caulker/Playa del Carmen: Full travel day to reach Playa del Carmen, the last stop of the adventure.
Playa del Carmen: Depart at any time.
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