Day 1: Mexico City Airport Pick-up
Welcome to Mexico City, the capital of Mexico. When you arrive, you will see our English speaking guide and the experienced driver waiting for you at the Arrival Hall of MEX on time with your name board. A private trnasfer will take you the hotel for check in procedure. Accommodation: Hotel Zocalo Central (4 stars) or similar
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Day 2: Visit the Pyramids in Teotihuacan and Landmarks of Mexico City
After breakfast, your guide and the driver will escort you to Teotihuacan with about an hour's drive. There, we will visit the icons of Teotihuacan's ancient ruins - the Pyramids of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon. These two pyramids were altars used for religious ceremonies. The stacked stone blocks were painted with colorful frescoes depicting grand scenes of ancient people farming and offering sacrifices. Upon on the Pyramid of the Sun, you can overlook the ancient city of Teotihuacan. After the visit, we will return to Mexico City to visit the landmark of the old city center, Plaza de la Constitución also known as the Plaza Zocalo, and the capital cathedral and the National Palace near to the Plaza Zocalo. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Zocalo Central (4 stars) or similar
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Day 3: Private Transfer to Puebla and Take a City Tour
After breakfast, drive 2 hours to Puebla, a famous ancient city in central Mexico, where all the houses are colorful with a strong colonial style. On arrival, we will visit the famous church - Capilla del Rosario, the National Palace- Palacio Nacional, the central square - Zocalo, and the oldest library in America - the Biblioteca Palafoxiana. Check in at the hotel once finishing the visit. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: La Purificadora (4 stars) or similar
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Day 4: Drive to Oaxaca and Sightseeing
Today we will transfer from Puebla to Oaxaca City by car, which takes around 4.5 hours. Oaxaca is a beautiful city surrounded by magnificent mountains and lush forests, and it is also famous for its art galleries. In Oaxaca, in addition to the Plaza of Zocalo, we will also visit the beautiful Templo DE Santo Domingo. It is a baroque church built in the 16th century. The church's two 35-meter-high bell towers are among Oaxaca's most beautiful buildings. The food here is also very delicious. We suggest you try tlayudas，a large pretzel topped with beans, cheese and avocado, which is loved deeply by locals. Our guide must be happy to introduce more local cuisine to you. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Quinta Real Oaxaca (4 stars) or similar
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Day 5: Visit the Temples of Monte Alban; Return to Oaxaca
Today we will drive to the archaeological site, Monte Alban, located about 10 kilometers southwest of Oaxaca. Monte Alban's central square covers 60,000 square meters and is surrounded by many buildings, such as altars, pyramids and palaces. These buildings are decorated with hieroglyphs, paintings and carvings. Return to Oaxaca City after the visit. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Quinta Real Oaxaca (4 stars) or similar
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Day 6: Fly from Oaxaca to Merida in the Morning; Afternoon at Leisure
Today the driver will send you to Oaxaca airport to catch a flight to Merida, the air travel takes about 2 hours. Upon arrival, the local guide will pick you up at the airport and send you to the hotel. Then, you can enjoy a free afternoon. As the capital of Yucatan province and due to its colonial history, Merida has many brightly colored buildings with colonial style, including churches and plazas. The market is full of beautiful handicrafts where you can buy some souvenirs for your family and friends. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Casa Lucia Hotel Boutique (4 stars) or similar
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Day 7: Visit the Historical Chichen Itza; Drive to Riviera Maya
After breakfast, drive for about 4 hours to an impressive Mayan site, Chichen Itza, it is one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Built between the 7th and 10th centuries, Chichen Itza has been a sacred place of worship for the Maya for more than 1,000 years. We will not miss the most famous spot here, the Great Pyramid of Kukulkan. Dedicated to the plumed serpent god Kukulkan, it is an exquisite building that reflects the Maya's unparalleled knowledge of advanced astronomy. In addition, we will visit the Temple of the Warrior, the ancient football field, the earliest observatory in the world- the Ellipse Observatory and other attractions. After the visit, we will drive for about 3.5 hours to Riviera Maya and check in at the hotel. Riviera Maya is a great place to get relaxed. There, you can sunbath on sugar-white sand or swim in the clean turquoise sea water. If you are satisfied with this place, you can stay for a few more days to enjoy the leisure time. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel HM Playa del Carmen (4 stars) or similar
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Day 8: Private Transfer to Cancun Airport; See-off
Your tour comes to an end today. The driver will pick you up from the hotel on time and transfer you to Cancun Airport to catch your homeward flight. May you have had a great trip with us! Meals: Breakfast
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