Crossing the Chipas in 15 days · Guide

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
The awakening of travel
1 stop
1
Playa del Carmen
➜ Welcome to Cancun Airport by your Guide-Escort and private transfer to the coast. • Afternoon ➜ Set up in your charming Inn in the heart of Playa del Carmen and relax by the pool. ➜ Confidential Welcome Cocktail with your Guide in a Bar to celebrate the beginning of the adventure.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
The Caribbean City of Tulum
1 stop
2
Tulum Archaeological Site
➜ Free exploration of the ruins of Tulum and Jaguar Park facing the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. ➜ Gourmet immersion in Yucatecan flavors at Tulum Municipal Point of Sale, then drive to Bacalar. 5pm ➜ Take your seats in an Inn with pool ideally located: on the edge of the lagoon with seven shades of blue and close to the city center.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Blue horizon on Bacalar
1 stop
3
09h ➜ Contemplative sailing aboard a superb sailing boat on the lagoon with seven shades of blue. 11h ➜ Three wild stops by sailboat and gourmet break at “Los Tacos Locos”, before reaching the village of Xpujil. 5pm ➜ Installation in your cabañas in the heart of the jungle. 19h ➜ introductory workshop on Mayan epigraphy before dinner.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
The silent empire of Calakmul
1 stop
4
Calakmul Archaeological Zone
08h ➜ Exclusive immersion in Calakmul, Mayan capital nestled in a preserved reserve of 700,000 hectares. 10h ➜ Ascent of three pyramids for a 360° panorama of the canopy and observation of howler monkeys. 5pm ➜ Homemade dinner with garden produce and intimate night in a family Rancho in Miguel Colorado.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
The Buried Eternity of Palenque
1 stop
5
Zona Arqueologica de Palenque
08h ➜ Morning Check-out to the mountainous and mystical landscapes of Chiapas. ➜ Guided exploration of Palenque, mythical Mayan city hidden by vegetation. 2pm ➜ Visit the Alberto Ruz L'Huillier museum to contemplate the jade mask of King Pakal, then install at your accommodation.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Guardians of the Selva
1 stop
6
Cascada de Roberto Barrios
10h ➜ Swimming in the natural pools and falls of Roberto Barrios National Park. ➜ Road to Lacanjá Chansayab, a natural sanctuary of exceptional biodiversity. 5pm ➜ Welcome by the Maya Lacandons and overnight in traditional jungle cabins in Lacanjá Chansayab.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
The vanished empire of Bonampak
1 stop
7
Zona Arqueologica de Bonampak
09h ➜ Discovery of the centuries-old frescoes of Bonampak hidden by vegetation. ➜ Boarding in traditional lancha on the Usumacinta River, natural border with Guatemala. 2pm ➜ Timeless exploration of the wild ruins of Yaxchilán, then drive to your ecolodge. 7pm ➜ Peaceful night in Las Guacamayas amid the singing of red macaws.
12 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Living memory of Monte Azule
1 stop
8
08h ➜ River safari on the Río Tzendales on the lookout for wildlife of the Monte Azul reserve. 11h ➜ Guided hike in the heart of a plant cathedral populated by rare species. 17h ➜ Engaged meeting with the local community working for the conservation of the red macaw.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 9
The mystery of Montebello's waters
1 stop
9
Parque Nacional Lagunas de Montebello
08h ➜ Crossing the high altitude pine forests towards the Montebello lagoons. ➜ Hot chocolate facing Lake Pojoj and contemplative wooden raft crossing to Orquídeas Island. ➜ Stop at Lake Tziscao, bucolic break at the Guatemalan border and overnight at the waterfront.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 10
New chapter in San Cristóbal
1 stop
10
Ayuntamiento de San Cristobal de Las Casas
11h ➜ Handcrafted barro modeling workshop in a family house in Amatenango del Valle. ➜ Arrival in San Cristóbal de las Casas, a colonial jewel perched at 2,200 meters above sea level. 17h30 ➜ Meeting with your new Guide-accompanist, first immersion in the city and welcome aperitif.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 11
The tzotzile soul of Chamula
1 stop
11
Iglesia de San Juan Bautista
09h ➜ Discovery of traditional weaving in Zinacantán and its tzotzile craftsmen. ➜ Mystical immersion in the church of San Juan Chamula and tasting of Pox, traditional Mayan alcohol. 13h ➜ Immersive culinary workshop around the traditional preparation of tamal.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 12
Stone giants of Sumidero
1 stop
12
10h ➜ Spectacular sailing on the Canyon del Sumidero between cliffs of 1,000 meters. ➜ Cultural stopover in Chiapa de Corzo, its Mudéjare fountain and its lacquered wood museum. ➜ Back to San Cristobal and intimate dinner-concert at 500 Noches.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 13
Where coffee takes root
1 stop
13
Centro Ecoturistico Causas Verdes Las Nubes
09h ➜ Immersion in an organic family finca in Tenejapa to follow the coffee bean from plant to cup. 11h ➜ Workshop of extraction and guided tasting of exceptional arabica facing the Sierra Madre. ➜ Return to San Cristóbal de las Casas and stroll to the Night Artisanal Point of Sale and discover the baroque façade of Santo Domingo.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 14
In the land of Xocoatl
1 stop
14
10am ➜ Journey through the sacred history of Mayan cocoa at the Kakaw Museum. 1pm ➜ Committed lunch to the flavors of the jungle at Taniperla collective restaurant. 3pm ➜ Private workshop with a chocolate artisan, making your own bars and tasting. ➜ Closing aperitif of the trip to a local bar to celebrate the last moments in Chiapas.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 15
Last stop in Chiapas
1 stop
Ángel Albino Corzo International Airport (Pass by)
Morning ➜ Session video testimonial with your Guide to capture your most beautiful memories. 12h ➜ Private transfer to Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport, flight to Cancun and return connection.
Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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