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mexico
Travelling the Intrepid way in Mexico encourages you to fully experience the rich and fascinating cultures that are to be found here. We take in the must-see sites but more importantly, get you off the beaten path to experience the real Mexico. Mayan villages still living according to ancient traditions, small colonial-style towns heaving
with artist communities, and some of the more remote of Mexicos famous beaches are just a few of the highlights. This is a country brimming with diversity and colour. Come and be charmed by the real Mexico or, as I say, come for the margaritas & stay for the colour and culture. Sally Johnson, Direct Marketing Manager
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15 days, Mexico City to Playa del Carmen
itiNerary... Days 1-2 Mexico city The centre of this heaving metropolis still moves with the beat of its Aztec heart. Hit the town Mexican-style for a night of mariachi music or escape the crowds *plus Local Payment US$400
Physical culture shock
on a day trip to the gardens of Xochimilco. Days 3-4 Puebla Start the day with a ride on one of Mexicos colourful buses. Soak up the colonial charm of Puebla, visit the market for handicrafts, try some mouth-watering mole poblano or head out for a hike to a nearby volcano. Days 5-6 oaxaca See the grand colonial cathedral and Santa Domingo church in this lovely city. Just outside of town are the impressive Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban. Days 7-8 san cristobal de las casas Up in the mountains, the air is cooler, the terrain wilder and the jungle is scattered with ancient ruins. Take to the hills to explore, or enjoy a day trip to Sumidero Canyon. Days 910 Palenque These ruins are one of the most beautiful Mayan sites in Mexico. Climb the temples for views of the thick Chiapas jungle and the riotous wildlife that calls it home. Days 11-12 Merida Cruise the mansion-lined Paseo de Montejo, hang out in the Plaza Mayor or, in the evenings, grab a local to learn some dance moves. Merida is also an ideal base from which to visit the Uxmal Ruins. Days 13-15 Playa del carmen Stand in awe of the huge pyramids of Chichen Itza before following the scent of fresh sea air to the cool Caribbean. Snorkel and dive on reefs, cruise to nearby islands or just contemplate the palm-fringed beaches with a margarita in hand.
Above: Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Crystal clear waters, Mexico - Briar Tutty Below: Ancient ruins, Mexico - Amy Bolger accoMMoDatioN Simple hotels/guesthouses (13 nts), overnight coach (1 nt) traNsPort Minibus, local bus, overnight coach GrouP siZe Max 16 Meals No meals included BuDGet Allow US$275 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG 4.58 out of 5 start 2008 05 Jan 16 Feb 22 Mar 26 Apr 10 May 07 Jun 26 Jul Finish 19 Jan 01 Mar 05 Apr 10 May 24 May 21 Jun 09 Aug 09 Aug 23 Aug 06 Sep 20 Sep 04 Oct 18 Oct 01 Nov 15 Nov 27 Dec 23 Aug 06 Sep 20 Sep 04 Oct 18 Oct 01 Nov 15 Nov 29 Nov 10 Jan 2009 10 Jan 24 Jan 07 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 11 Apr 25 Apr 09 May 24 Jan 07 Feb 21 Feb 07 Mar 11 Apr 25 Apr 09 May 23 May 23 May 06 Jun 13 Jun 27 Jun 27 Jun 11 Jul
" Get down to the sounds of a mariachi band in Mexico city " climb the ancient temples of Palenque " Marvel at the enormous pyramids of chichen itza
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