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GB£625* EU¬920*
31 days, Mexico City to Antigua
itiNerary... Days 1-2 Mexico city Take a subway through an old temple in crazy Mexico City. Days 3-4 Puebla Enjoy the Spanish vibe in this City of Angels, a place that blends the colonial past with modern development. There are many well-kept churches and buildings to admire. Days 5-6 oaxaca Watch the sunset over the skyline and try traditional mole, stuffed chillies and chocolate coated grasshopers or hit the mezcal for a real taste of Mexico - Oaxaca is the ideal place for a culinary adventure. Days 7-8 san cristobal de las casas Worlds away from the cities, here experience a blend of rich culture and bohemian flair. Days 9-10 Palenque Climb the Mayan temples of Palenque for stunning jungle views. Days 11-12 Merida Come face to face with the rain god Chac at the ruins of Uxmal. Days 13-17 Playa del carmen Sandy beaches and Mayan ruins come together. Take the option of exploring the pyramids of Chichen Itza, or cool off with a refreshing swim and an icy margarita. Days 18-19 caye caulker Its impossible not to relax in this Rastafarian paradise. Snorkel in the marine park and see manta rays and barracuda or just chill-out beachside. Days 20-21 san ignacio Walk among the butterflies in specially-made gardens, head off on a tubing adventure or take a hand-cranked ferry to the ruins of Xunantunich. Days 22-23 Flores/tikal Make like a local and take to the lake in a dug-out canoe, or just fall into the easy-going pace of life. There is free time to visit the highest Mayan structure in the world at Tikal. Days 24-25 rio Dulce Jump in a lancha (small motorboat) and head up river to visit nearby hot springs, or hike through the jungle-strewn trails of nearby nature reserves. Day 26 antigua Take an evening stroll along this citys heritage-listed streets or chill-out with the locals in Central Park. Days 27-28 chichicastenango/ Panajachel Find a bargain at the famous Chichicastenango markets, explore Lake Atitlan by boat or take off on a mountain bike to explore surrounding landscapes. Days 29-31 antigua End a fantastic adventure with an optional day trip to the steaming Pacaya Volcano.
accoMMoDatioN Simple hotels/guesthouses (29 nts), overnight coach (1 nt) traNsPort Minibus, boat, public bus, overnight coach GrouP siZe Max 16 Meals No meals included BuDGet Allow US$650 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes Some accommodation may be multishare traVeller ratiNG 4.55 out of 5 start 2008 05 Jan 16 Feb 22 Mar 26 Apr 10 May 07 Jun 26 Jul Finish 04 Feb 17 Mar 21 Apr 26 May 09 Jun 07 Jul 25 Aug 09 Aug 23 Aug 06 Sep 20 Sep 04 Oct 18 Oct 01 Nov 15 Nov 27 Dec 08 Sep 22 Sep 06 Oct 20 Oct 03 Nov 17 Nov 01 Dec 15 Dec 26 Jan 2009 10 Jan 24 Jan 07 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 11 Apr 25 Apr 09 May 09 Feb 23 Feb 09 Mar 23 Mar 27 Apr 11 May 25 May 08 Jun 23 May 22 Jun 13 Jun 13 Jul 27 Jun 27 Jul Above: Hiking trail, Guatemala - Amy Bolger Below: Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Weavings, Antigua - Mar Gomez Lobon
*plus Local Payment US$700
Physical culture shock
" live it up in Mexico city " try chocolate coated grasshoppers in oaxaca " soak up the bohemian atmosphere of san cristobal " explore Mayan ruins in Palenque " come face to face with a rain god at uxmal " Drink margaritas by the caribbean " experience city life in colonial antigua
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GB£525* EU¬770* Single supplement available *plus Local Payment US$200
Physical culture shock
9 days, ex San Jose
itiNerary... Day 1 san Jose Get a feel for San Jose on an afternoon guided sightseeing walk through the city. There are plenty of museums, cafes and shops to visit. Days 2-3 la Fortuna Head out into the beautiful surrounds and explore the surrounding countryside by bike. Nature lovers can visit the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Days 4-5 Monteverde Explore by foot or mountain bike through the cool, green cloud forest of Monteverde, home to an extraordinary array of wildlife. Days 6-7 Manuel antonio National Park Explore the white sand beaches, tropical vegetation and turquoise waters of Manuel Antonio National Park. Hike along the trails to spot some of the abundant wildlife or take to the warm water to swim, kayak or surf. Days 8-9 san Jose Return to San Jose and perhaps visit the Gold Museum, with its collection of gold art, or catch a show at the citys pride and joy, the National Museum.
accoMMoDatioN Comfortable hotels (8 nts) traNsPort Minibus, 4WD, boat, shuttle bus GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches or Dinners BuDGet Allow US$210 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary start 2008 12 Jan 26 Jan 09 Feb 23 Feb 08 Mar 22 Mar 12 Apr 10 May 07 Jun 21 Jun Finish 20 Jan 03 Feb 17 Feb 02 Mar 16 Mar 30 Mar 20 Apr 18 May 15 Jun 29 Jun 12 Jul 26 Jul 09 Aug 23 Aug 13 Sep 27 Sep 11 Oct 25 Oct 08 Nov 22 Nov 06 Dec 20 Jul 03 Aug 17 Aug 31 Aug 21 Sep 05 Oct 19 Oct 02 Nov 16 Nov 30 Nov 14 Dec 2009 03 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Jan 14 Feb 28 Feb 14 Mar 28 Mar 11 Apr 25 Apr 11 Jan 18 Jan 25 Jan 01 Feb 08 Feb 22 Feb 08 Mar 22 Mar 05 Apr 19 Apr 03 May 09 May 23 May 30 May 06 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 27 Jun 17 May 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jun 05 Jul Lazing monkey - Amy Bolger
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