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Mexico & Belize

Mexican Yucatán, Mayan mysteries, Belize' Caribbean idyll

Quetzalito Getaway Journey 
NEW FOR 2010!

Summary of nights: Mérida 3; Chichén Itzá 1; Tulum 1; Caye Caulker 3.

  • Marvel at the Mayan sites of Chichén Itzá and Tulum
  • Shop in the colourful markets and plazas of Mérida 
  • Relax, swim and snorkel on the Caribbean island of Caye Caulker

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 Fly to Mérida, arriving in the evening.
Day 2 Walking tour of the colonial city.
Day 3 Day at leisure, options include tour of the ruins at Uxmal or the wildlife at Celestún.
Day 4 Drive to Chichén Itzá, tour of the ruins.
Day 5 Drive to Tulum, visit the Caribbean cliff top Mayan site.
Day 6 Cross the border into Belize, drive and ferry to Caye Caulker.
Days 7,8 Relax on the Caribbean beaches, snorkel, swim and boat rides.
Day 9 Return to Belize City and return to the UK, arriving Day 10.

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Trip Profile

Transport: 3 road journeys (2hrs, 2hrs and 7hrs).
Accommodation: Small friendly hotels with private facilities.
Meals: Breakfast daily.
Included excursions: walking tour of Mérida, guided tour of Chichén Itzá and Tulum, boat trip on Caye Caulker .
Group size: Min 4, max 16. Led by Journey Latin America tour leader.
The famous pyramid at Chichén Itzá
The famous pyramid at Chichén Itzá

The Mayan site of Tulum overlooks the Caribbean
The Mayan site of Tulum overlooks the Caribbean

Caye Caulker - white sands and turquoise seas
Caye Caulker - white sands and turquoise seas

View more imagesSnorkelling off the Belizean cayes is unforgettableMexican food can be hot and spicy and utterly delicious!Day of the dead in Mexico is a large festival honouring dead relativesThe azure coast of the Yucatan is perfect for relaxingThere are many ornate sculptures dotted around the large site of Chichen ItzáFood markets in Mexico are colourful and tempting

 
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