Mexico December 2024
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2024 Yucatan Mexico Tour Dec 3-11, 2024
Day 1--We arrive in Cancun this afternoon where we will be met by our air conditioned charter bus which will transport us to the beautiful colonial city of 
Valladolid. We will check into our hotel where you will have time to unpack before exploring this delightful town. Take a short 10-15 min. stroll into the town center to check out the beautiful park and centuries old church and enjoy the atmosphere of this wonderful city.
Day 2--We will board our bus and head to the ruins of Ek Balam, a beautiful Mayan city with spectacular architecture and exquisite carvings. Next, we will travel to Cenote Hubiku, where you will be able to experience one of the incredible phenomenons of the Yucatan. These are fresh water pools or 'lakes' found all over the peninsula. (Read about cenotes here.) You can swim in the cenote or just enjoy the beauty of this incredible 'cave'. Buffet lunch included. Overnight in Valladolid.
Day 3--Today we will visit Chichen Itza, one of the most well known Mayan archeological sites. After our visit there, we will visit Cenote Ik Kil for lunch (included) and time to swim. Cenote Ik Kil is a well-type cenote with wonderful vegetation and waterfalls. Overnight in Valladolid.
Day 4--This morning we will check out of our hotel and travel to the Spanish Colonial city, Merida. Overnight in Merida
Day 5--Our next Mayan archeological visit will be to the ruins of Kabah, which in Mayan means "Strong Hand". We will then visit the large and spectacular ruins of Uxmal. Uxmal stands for "built three times" and features the Governor's Palace, The Pyramid of the Magician, a large ball court, and the Great Pyramid. Overnight in Merida
Day 6--Today we will leave Merida for the coast to head to the coastal resort town of Playa Del Carmen, a wonderful resort right on the Caribbean Sea. Overnight in Playa del Carmen
Day 7- Today will be an underground adventure to explore a cave cenote nearby. Overnight Playa del Carmen
Day 8-- Free day to explore some of the many options in the area. Snorkeling, sitting on the beach, shopping, Xcaret, Xplor XelHa, or cenote tours. You may even want to book a tour to Tulum or Cozumel. Overnight in Playa del Carmen
Day 9 --Unfortunately all good things must come to an end and we must return today to SLC. We will board a bus and head back to Cancun for our flight back home.