Highlights of Mexico

Mexico: Empires of the Sun

Escorted Group Tour – 2025
Meal Key: B – Breakfast | L – Lunch | D – Dinner | N – No meals

Overview

Discover the extraordinary legacies of the Aztec, Mayan, and Spanish empires on this immersive journey through Mexico. From towering pyramids and ancient cities to vibrant colonial towns and indigenous cultures, this tour reveals a country of breathtaking diversity. Along the way, marvel at archaeological treasures, explore colorful markets and tranquil plazas, and witness the natural beauty of canyons, waterfalls, and rainforests.

Day 1: Fly to Mexico City

Fly from London (regional connections available) to Mexico City with British Airways. Transfer to Galeria Plaza Hotel for a 3-night stay.
Meals: N

Day 2: Mexico City

Full-day guided tour of the capital, including:

• Zócalo (main square)
• Diego Rivera’s murals
• National Cathedral
• National Museum of Anthropology
  Meals: B, L

Day 3: Teotihuacán

Morning visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a key pilgrimage site.
Continue to Teotihuacán, an ancient Mesoamerican city home to the Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon.
Meals: B, L

Day 4: Fly to Oaxaca

Fly to the colonial city of Oaxaca. Afternoon walking tour of the historic center.
Accommodation: Parador San Miguel (2 nights)
Meals: B

Day 5: Monte Albán

Morning visit to Monte Albán, the ancient capital of the Zapotec civilisation.
Afternoon at leisure or optional excursion to Mitla.
Meals: B

Days 6–7: Fly to Tuxtla Gutiérrez • San Cristóbal de las Casas

Fly to Tuxtla Gutiérrez via Mexico City.
Take a scenic boat ride on the Grijalva River through Sumidero Canyon.
Continue to San Cristóbal de las Casas.
Accommodation: Hotel Diego de Mazariegos (2 nights)

Day 7: Morning walking tour of San Cristóbal and surrounding indigenous villages.
Afternoon at leisure.
Meals: B

Day 8: Agua Azul • Palenque

Drive from the highlands to the lowlands, stopping at the spectacular Agua Azul waterfalls.
Continue to Palenque and stay 1 night at Chan Kah Resort.
Meals: B, L

Day 9: Palenque • Campeche

Morning guided tour of Palenque, a majestic Mayan archaeological site set in the jungle.
Afternoon drive to Campeche via the scenic Sabuncuy coast (approx. 5 hours).
Accommodation: Hotel Plaza Campeche (1 night)
Meals: B, L

Day 10: Kabah • Uxmal • Mérida

Morning visit to the Palace of Masks at Kabah.
Continue to Uxmal for a guided tour of the ancient ceremonial site.
Afternoon drive to Mérida, the capital of the Yucatán Peninsula.
Accommodation: Casa del Balam (2 nights)
Meals: B, L

Day 11: Mérida

Morning walking tour of this charming colonial city, known for its lively plazas and architecture.
Meals: B

Day 12: Chichén Itzá

Transfer to Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Guided tour of the ancient Mayan city including the Temple of Kukulcán and the Great Ball Court.
Accommodation: Hacienda Chichen (1 night)
Meals: B

Days 13–14: Fly to London

Transfer to Cancún for a direct overnight flight to London with British Airways.
Arrive in London the following day.
Meals: B (Day 13), N (Day 14)