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5 days:
US$1385 / GB£690
Cancun to Cancun -
contact us for help with flights
Countries visited: Mexico
Please see departure dates
below
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It's Mayan ruins, pristine beaches and exciting snorkeling
(or diving)
on this 5-day Yucatan
adventure. We'll visit the sites of Chichen Itza and Tulum,
relax on the idyllic island of Isla Mujeres, and snorkel or dive
off the world's second longest barrier reef.
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Day |
Location |
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1 |
Arrival
Day, Isla Mujeres |
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2 |
Isla
Mujeres |
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3 |
Chichen
Itza |
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4 |
Tulum |
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5 |
Departure day - transfer to Cancun airport |
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Departure Dates
2008 Sep 5, Sep 19, Oct 3, Oct 17, Oct 31, Nov 14, Nov
28, Dec 12,
Dec 26
2009 Jan
9, Jan 23, Feb 6, Feb 20, Mar 6, Mar 20, Apr 3, Apr 17, May 1, May
15, May 29, June 12, June 26, July 10, July 24, Aug 7, Aug 21, Sep
4, Sep 18, Oct 2, Oct 16, Oct 30, Nov 13, Nov 27, Dec 11, Dec 25
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YUCATAN SPLASH
TRIP ITINERARY
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Day |
Activity/Location |
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Arrival day.
Transfer to our hotel on Isla Mujeres.
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This morning we
head out to the northern edge of the Belize barrier reef for our
first snorkeling excursion.
Afterwards we can chill out on one of the island's white sand
beaches, swim with dolphins or go exploring on a rented motorcycle, scooter or golf
cart!
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This morning we head out to Chichen Itza, one of the "new seven
wonders of the world". Chichen Itza is
the most well-known of the many Mayan sites and also one of the
largest. Rising to prominence at the end of the Mayan Classic era
and then reborn under Toltec influence just before the Spanish
arrived, Chichen Itza boasts several large temples and pyramids, an
astronomical observatory, a sacrificial well, many excellently
carved stelae, and the largest ball court of any Mayan ruin.
It is a great introduction to pre-Columbian civilization. We'll take
a guided tour and then spend some time exploring this fascinating
site on our own, or you have the included option of visiting nearby Dzitnup
cenote (sinkhole). In the early evening we'll continue on to our
beachside cabanas at Tulum.
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Tulum is a
pretty special place, with stunning beaches, a coral reef and its
famous seaside ruins. The Mayan site of Tulum was still
thriving in 1492 and may have actually been spotted by one of
Columbus' expeditions. A snorkeling excursion and a guided
visit to the ruins are both included activities today.
Overnight in Tulum.
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5 |
Departure Day.
Transfer from Tulum to Cancun's international airport.
Cancun's airport is not very far away, so you may have some quality
Tulum beach time before your flight! |
TRIP
DETAILS
5 days:
US$1385 / GB£690
Cancun to Cancun
Countries visited: Mexico
Please see departure dates
at the top of the page
Joining the tour
On all Southern Crossings tours, you are met at the airport by one
of our representatives (holding a Southern Crossings placard), who will
accompany you to our joining hotel. A transfer back to the airport
at the end of your tour is also included. No bargaining or being ripped
off by airport taxis!
Trip briefing
Upon purchase of this trip, we will send you via email, fax, or regular
mail (your choice) a trip briefing, which includes hotel contact
information, a list of things to bring, and a
climate/currency/visa guide.
What's included in the trip
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Airport pickup/drop off and transfer to/from
hotel
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Southern
Crossings bilingual guide throughout
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Four
nights tourist-class hotel accommodation
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Snorkeling
excursion on Isla Mujeres
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Entrance fee and
guided tour
of
Chichen Itza and
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Entrance
fee and guided tour of Tulum
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Snorkeling excursions
in Tulum
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All internal
transport
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Southern Crossings T-Shirt and Cap
What's not included
International flights,
international airport departure taxes, pre-
& post- tour accommodation, visas, vaccinations, personal insurance,
meals except where specified above, drinks, laundry, souvenirs, optional
excursions, tips and other items of a personal nature. Travel insurance is
not included through Southern Crossings though we do require that you
have a policy. Check
www.travelguard.com or your regular health insurance provider to purchase a policy for your trip.
Extra Accommodation
We will gladly arrange additional accommodation
for you in Cancun, before or after your trip, at a cost of $40 per single,
$60 per double room.
Single Accommodation supplement:
$180
Please add this amount to the payment
if you wish to have private accommodation throughout the trip.
PRE-TRIP PLANNER
Required documents
All travelers to Mexico are required to have a
passport valid for at least six months from date of entry. Visas are not
required for E.U., U.S., Canadian, Australian or New Zealand passport
holders. Other nationalities, visit www.mexicanconsulate.org.uk/visas/AVISA_WEB.htm. An onward ticket and proof of funds may also be required
at entry and should be available to show to immigration. Traveler’s
checks, currency, or a bank statement, from the bank or printed off the
internet, is sufficient for proof of funds.
Before you can confirm your booking through Southern Crossings, we need
proof that you have travel insurance. To get a policy, we recommend
www.travelguard.com or your
regular health care insurance provider.
Health and Required immunizations
No immunizations are required of travelers except a yellow fever
vaccination if coming directly from a yellow-fever infected area such as
sub-Sahara Africa or South America. Travelers may wish to
receive hepatitis vaccinations and should be current on all other standard
vaccinations. Please consult your
physician or local health department for more information.
Travelers should expect some mild, temporary discomfort such as
diarrhea from the change of diet. For more serious intestinal
illnesses, medicines such as ciprofloxacin and metronidazole are available
over the counter from pharmacies. We are at very low elevations for
the entire trip.
Things to bring
Our trip includes ruins
walking and snorkeling (or diving if certified). One
should come well prepared for outdoor activity at temperatures ranging
from 20 to 35 degrees Celsius,
and for extremes of sun and the possibility of rain. A suggested list of
things to bring would include:
•Passport and, if necessary, visa
•Traveler’s checks and/or cash card
•Airline ticket
•Photocopies of airline ticket, documents
•Wearable pouch for documents and money
•Large, sturdy backpack (much preferable to a suitcase)
•trekking boots or good walking shoes, comfortable and worn-in
•Sandals or flip-flops for beaches, showers
•Rain poncho or jacket
•Hat for sun
•Extra layer or two for cool evenings
•T-shirts, shorts, for hot weather
•Socks, undergarments
•Towel
•Torch (head torches are very handy)
•Sunscreen lotion
•Insect repellent (15-30% DEET recommended)
•Lip balm
•Earplugs
•Camera and film
•Alarm clock or watch
•Sanitizing hand wipes or lotion
•Camera and film
•Camera batteries
•Playing cards, games, reading material
•Prescription medications
•Toiletries
Note that common clothing, batteries, film, medications, and such
toiletries as toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper, deodorant and feminine
hygiene items are available in the Maya World. Best to bring from home
such items as prescription meds, eyewear and care, shoes, unusual film and
camera batteries.
Climate
Rain
is possible at any time of year and one should always be prepared. The climate in sites we will
visit is as follows:
Yucatan Peninsula: Mostly dry and arid
but with tropical showers, extremely strong sun.
Money guide
The unit of currency in
Mexico is the peso. Approximate currency conversion:
1 U.S. dollar = 10.98 pesos
Automatic cash points are available in Cancun and Valladolid. Visa, MasterCard, Plus, and Cirrus are the most
common usable types of cards. Traveler's checks are also an option -
please bring American Express. Banks and exchange
houses are available in Cancun, Merida and Valladolid. For currency, U.S. dollars are
recommended and most easily exchanged.
Expect to spend about US$5 on a meal, US$1 on a beer, soft drink
or water in
Mexico.
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