Chichen Itza

When to go

Jan-March

Ideal length

4 nights

Transfer time

1 hour flight from Patagonia

Chichen Itza is a spectacular Mayan site and was recently voted as one of the new 7 wonders of the world.  The giant stepped pyramid of Kukulkan dominates the ancient city and from its heights you can contemplate structures such as the Warrior’s Temple,the moon observatory Caracol or the Giant Ball Court, complete with grandstand and stone hoops, where prisoners played for their lives.

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VALLADOLID

A beautiful little colonial town with a relaxed feel, set around a large plaza flanked by an imposing Franciscan Cathedral. There are three impressive Cenotes or sinkholes that are worth visiting in the area and can be swum in.

CHICHEN ITZA TOUR

To really understand this magnificent site, you need to have either a half or full day tour. The giant stepped pyramid of Kukulkan dominates the ancient city and from its heights you can contemplate structures such as the Warrior’s Temple, the moon observatory Caracol or the Giant Ball Court

IZAMAL

This once major Mayan religious site was chosen by the Spanish as a centre to convert the locals to Christianity.  A huge convent and church was begun in 1549, reusing Mayan stonework, and the whole complex was painted rich ochre yellow leading to its nickname as ‘the golden city’.

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