Seybaplaya (Campeche, Mexico)-Progreso (Mexico)-Puerto Morelos (Cancun, Mexico)-Havana (Cuba)-Seybaplaya (Campeche, Mexico) (8 days, 7 nights)

Excurse length:  3 hours 30 min
Excurse level:  Strenuous
Price: €38

Take this half day express tour for an adventurous trip to an amazing Mayan site, with some time for relaxation and shopping back at Progreso after the tour.

Explore the ruins of the lost Mayan City of Dzibilchaltun and discover the mystical Mayan world in one of the oldest and possibly one of the most populated Mayan cities found in the area of Yucatan.

Take a journey back in time and explore the city founded centuries before the Christian Era. Mysterious temples and buildings were used by Mayan people until the arrival of the Spaniards in the 16th century.

On boarding the bus, your guide will explain local customs, lifestyle and interesting facts about the surrounding area. Upon arrival at the archeological site, you will take a guided tour around this long forgotten city to discover some of its hidden secrets and mysteries. The most important structure is the Temple of the Seven Dolls, the outcome of incredible astronomical skills of the Mayans. Early in the morning, on each Sprint or Autumn Equinox (March and September 21st) an amazing spectacle of light astounds your senses as the sun rises behind the stone temple.

As you stroll through the sacred grounds, you will visit the ancient Cenote (natural fresh water well) which was the life center of these ancient cities.

Excurse length:  7 hours
Excurse level:  Strenuous
Price: €49

Experience the world famous Chichen-Itza, ancient ruins of a great Mayan empire. You will be amazed by the view of these towering remains as you will explore one of the most important archaeological sites on this continent.

Discover the long forgotten secrets throughout the perfect construction and unusual monuments, which were left behind as a reminder of this truly incredible culture.

This unforgettable journey begins as you take an air-conditioned coach for an educative tour to Chichen-Itza ruins. Along the way, your English-speaking guide will explain the history of the country, the Mayan culture and what you should see and experience at the ruins.

When you arrive at Chichen-Itza, your guide will escort you through this legendary city, which extends over 6 square miles and contains hundreds of structures throughout the area. You will visit such unforgettable places as the gigantic Pyramid of Kulkulcan, the Ball Court, the largest and best preserved Gamel Court where lives were won or lost, the Temple of the Warriors and the Snail, an observatory where the Mayan priests accurately calculated various celestial events.

After this exciting day you will have a relaxing trip back to Progreso where your comfort ship will be waiting for you.

Excurse length:  5 hours 30 min
Excurse level:  Moderate
Price: €31

Come experience the grace and antiquity of this fine colonial city and explore the sites around the main Plaza Zocalo, combined with time for shopping. Having razed the Mayan city of T´ho, the Spanish conquistador, Francisco de Montejo, salvaged the debris and quarried the local pyramids for stone to construct the new city of Merida. Modeled after the “Romanesque Style” of Merida, Spain, this new resurrected city was Christened “Merida” in 1542. A unique culture has evolved in this city from Mayan roots, Spanish colonialism and long isolation. This culture is reflected everywhere, from the magnificent character of its architecture, cuisine, public events and people. City´s principal museums, numerous public buildings, residencies, and parks are all within walking distance.

Excurse length:  5 hours 30 min
Excurse level:  Strenuous
Price: €45

Experience the grace and antiquity of Merida and explore the mystery of Dzibichaltun, the oldest and most popular Mayan City of the Yucatan. After destroying the Mayan City of T´ho, the Spanish conquistador Francisco de Montejo built the city of Merida using local pyramids for stone to construct the new city. Merida was modeled similar to the city of the same name in Spain and the resurrected city was christened in 1542. Steeped in the of its Mayan roots, Spanish colonialism and long isolation, Merida´s unique culture is reflected everywhere from the magnificent character of its architecture to its cuisine, public events and people. The first portion of the tour will be spent viewing the Dzibichaltun Mayan ruins, founded in 2000 B.C., which archeologists consider the oldest Mayan ceremonial center in the Yucatan.

The most important structure is the Temple of the Seven Dolls where a phenomenon of sunlight can be seen during the Equinox. During this time, light beams shine through the windows to divide the interior. You will also visit Yucatan Dzonot, a popular underground river. The next stop will be the city of Merida and you will be able to experience its grace and antiquity. See the principal square of the city of Merida, a cathedral, numerous public buildings, residencies, museums and parks which are all within easy reach.

Horse-carriages ride along the tree-lined Paseo de Montejo Boulevard, where you can find various sidewalk cafes and grand restaurants. You can visit the Conqueror Montejo´s House, the Cathedral, the Montejo Boulevard, the residential areas, the old market (a perfect location for good shopping) and the main plaza. Finally you will go back to Progreso where you will have a comfort stop on the way back to the ship.

Excurse length:  4 hours
Excurse level:  Moderate
Price: Adult - €29 / Child - €24

Excurse length:  4 hours
Excurse level:  Moderate
Price: Adult - €29 / Child - €24

Excurse length:  4 hours
Excurse level:  Moderate
Price: €89