Crossing the Chipas in 15 days · Guide

Day 1: The awakening of travel

1. Playa del Carmen
   4h
   ➜ 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.

Day 2: The Caribbean City of Tulum

1. Tulum
   8h · Admission ticket included
   ➜ 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.

Day 3: Blue horizon on Bacalar

1. 10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 4: The silent empire of Calakmul

1. Calakmul Archaeological Zone
   10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 5: The Buried Eternity of Palenque

1. Zona Arqueologica de Palenque
   10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 6: Guardians of the Selva

1. Cascada de Roberto Barrios
   10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 7: The vanished empire of Bonampak

1. Zona Arqueologica de Bonampak
   12h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 8: Living memory of Monte Azule

1. 10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 9: The mystery of Montebello's waters

1. Parque Nacional Lagunas de Montebello
   10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 10: New chapter in San Cristóbal

1. Ayuntamiento de San Cristobal de Las Casas
   10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 11: The tzotzile soul of Chamula

1. Iglesia de San Juan Bautista
   8h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 12: Stone giants of Sumidero

1. 10h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 13: Where coffee takes root

1. Centro Ecoturistico Causas Verdes Las Nubes
   8h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 14: In the land of Xocoatl

1. 8h · Admission ticket included
   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.

Day 15: Last stop in Chiapas

1. Pass by · Admission ticket included
   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.

Pickup details

At the beginning of the adventure

Your Mexican odyssey begins as soon as you get off the plane. Your Guide warmly welcomes you at the terminal exit for a private and comfortable transfer to Playa del Carmen. You settle in a real haven of peace, nestled close to the waves.

At the end of the day, we gather around a welcome aperitif: the perfect opportunity to get to know and celebrate the start of this crossing to the Mayan lands of Chiapas.

• 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