6-Day Heritage Tour To The State Of Chiapas
Description
Experience the rich history and nature of the Chiapas by visiting the Chiapa de Corzo, Chiflón Waterfalls, San Cristóbal de las Casas, and Frontera Corozal. Learn about the traditional Mayan culture during the San Juan Chamula Village visit. Discover the secret behind the beautiful Mexican textiles in Zinacantan and witness the varying hues of water at the Agua Azul and Misol Ha Waterfalls.
Highlights
- Visit Sumidero Canyon, a contemporary to the Grand Canyon in the U.S.
- Explore the "Human Cultural Patrimony" declared city- San Cristobal de Las Casas
- Sightsee the Lagos de Montebello National Park
- Learn the fusion of contemporary and ancient Mayan traditions at San Juan Chamula village
- Enjoy the travel through the Mayan jungle to reach Misol Ha Waterfall
- Witness the Bonampak ("painted walls"), a site depicting the day-to-day life of Mayans
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Day 1- Exploring the Ancient Cities of Chiapa de Corzo and San Cristobal expand_more
Meet your Mexican tour guide and head to the Grijalva River pier.
Take a boat trip to Sumidero Canyon for about 2 hours.
Explore the city of Chiapa de Corzo and its village, considered to be one of the oldest cities in Latin America.
Proceed to the colonial city of San Cristobal de Las Casas, founded in 1528 by Captain Diego de Mazariegos and now declared Human Cultural Patrimony.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
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Day 2- Learn the Mayan Traditions at San Juan expand_more
Depart at 9 am to spend time with the Tzotzils, an indigenous Maya group.
Learn the fusion of contemporary and ancient Mayan traditions at San Juan Chamula.
Continue to the Zinacantan Village to visit the home of a traditional weaver and learn about the waist loom technique, dating back to Pre-Columbian times.
Enjoy the regional drink and taste the traditional hand-made tortillas.
Drive back to San Cristóbal de las Casas for an overnight stay.
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Day 3- Visit the Amazing Agua Azul and Misol Ha Waterfalls expand_more
Depart at 6 am to enjoy a tasty breakfast in Ocosingo's restaurant.
Proceed to the beautiful Agua Azul Waterfalls to witness the stunning turquoise colour of its waters.
Visit the Misol Ha Waterfall, another famous waterfall in the middle of the Mayan jungle, surrounded by rich and exuberant vegetation.
Return to spend the night in Palenque.
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Day 4- Explore the Hidden Gems in Frontera Corozal and Yaxchilan expand_more
Explore the town of Frontera Corozal, known to be formed by the migrants from the Northern Chiapas around the 1970s.
Take a 1-hour boat ride down the river to visit the mystical and archaeological site of Yaxchilan.
See the Bonampak, which means "painted walls". This site is famed for the vividly painted walls throughout its expanse depicting many features of Mayan day-to-day life.
Return to Palenque for an overnight stay.
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Day 5- Visit the Ancient Maya City- Palenque expand_more
Explore Palenque by visiting Palenque archaeological site. This national treasure is divided into four main categories: altars, stelae, sculptures and impressive temples.
Head to the airport to board your return flight.
What's Included
Mexican tour guide services
Entrance fees
Boat tickets
Transportation
What's Excluded
Hotels
Meals
Tips
What to bring
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Insect repellent
- Comfortable shoes
- Clothes and a hat
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
The group size and price | |
1 To 4 | MXN 27500 Per Group |
This is a group tour |