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Warm Blue waters, Sunny, Tequila, History, Exciting.... A Great Vacation Destination

Across Mexico, in villages and cities, in mountains, tropical coasts and jungle settings....enchanting surprises await you. Fantastic small town festivals, delightful dining at sunset and some of the world's best beaches.

Special of the month: Aguascalientes The state of Aguacalientes is located midway between the center and west of Mexico, and is completely surrounded by the states of Jalisco and Zacatecas. It was the land of the fearless Chichimecs that fiercely resisted the Spanish conquistadors. Paradoxically, yet perhaps because of its numerous gold veins, Aguascalientes is one of Mexico's most important colonial architectural sites. The climate in Aguacalientes, Mexico is pleasant, since most of the territory has a dry, semi-desert climate with summer rains. The countryside ranges from forests to desert-like areas, with stunning sunsets. The abundance of hot water springs, after which it is named, means that the state has numerous recreational centers and spas. Its cultural activity, traditions, delicious cuisine, as well as fiestas and other Aguacalientes events, form an attractive mosaic that is well worth visiting.

Cancun: In terms of sheer beauty, Mexico's best beaches are in Cancun and along the Yucatan's Quintana Roo coast, extending south almost to Belize. The powdery white sand beaches boast water the color of a Technicolor dream; so clear you can see through to the coral reefs below. Cancun offers the widest assortment of luxury beachfront hotels, with more restaurants, nightlife and activities than any other resort destination in Mexico.

Tulum/Playa del Carmen or better known as Riviera Maya: Some of the best beaches on Mexico's Caribbean coast. With it's unspoiled beaches, turquoise waters, tropical jungles and Mayan ruins...enjoy and incredible array of fabulous resorts. No wonder that the Riviera Maya continues to be a favorite of vacationers!

YUCATAN WONDERS

• Day 1 Transfer from the airport to the Deluxe Westin Resort & Spa Cancun. Balance of day FREE to enjoy the incredible Cancun beaches. Later meet your Tour Director and other program participants at a Welcome Dinner and program briefing.
  Evening FREE.
• Day 2 Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for the mysterious Mayan site of Ek-Balam (Black Jaguar) Admire the acropolis, ball court and the observatory. Continue to Valladolid a colonial city founded by Spaniards in 1543. Short visit of the main plaza and the Cathedral. Then on to Izamal to visit the oldest Franciscan monastery in America. Lunch at a local restaurant. Check into the InterContinental Villas Mercedes. Evening FREE.
• Day 3 Breakfast at the hotel. City tour of Merida a colonial city founded by the Spaniards in 1542 upon the remains of the ancient Mayan city of Ti-Ho. Visit the Cathedral - the oldest on in Latin America, the Montejo House (historic residence of Merida's founder) and the Governor's Palace with its beautiful murals depicting Mayan history. Continue on to the magnificent museum and the Temple of the Seven Dolls. After sightseeing swim in the crystal-clear waters of a freshwater well at the site. Transfer to Hacienda Teya for a Yucatan cuisine lunch. Return to Merida for shopping at the craft markets for souvenirs. Evening FREE. Optional Folkloric Dance.
• Day 4 Breakfast at the hotel. Guided tour of Uxmal, including the Adivino Pyramid, an impressive structure that is 35 meters tall. (115 feet) and the Palacio del Gobernador (Governor's Palace) considered one of the most beautiful ancient constructions of Mesoamerica. Travel to Celestun Natural Biosphere. On the way make a short stop in Uman, a small Mayan town, to visit a typical local market and church. In Celestun, take a boat tour through the estuary to see pink flamingos and other extraordinary fauna and flora in their protected natural habitat. Get into the mangroves and swim in a freshwater spring. Lunch at a beachfront restaurant. Return to Merida. Evening FREE.
• Day 5 Breakfast at the hotel. Travel across the Yucatan Peninsula to Chichen Itza, a sacred Mayan city and one the capital of the Mayan Empire. Admire the mighty pyramid of El Castillo, wholse 365 steps and 52 panels once served as a calendar. Next stop is the Cenote Ik-Kil, a natural well deep inside a subterranean cave. Swim and cool off at this mystical place. Lunch at the cenote restaurant. Transfer to the deluxe Westin Resort & Spa Cancun. Evening FREE.
• Day 6 Breakfast at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun. FREE Day
• Day 7 Breakfast at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun. FREE Day
• Day 8 Transfer to the airport for departure flight.

Package includes:

• Greeting and roundtrip airport transfers at the Cancun International Airport
• 7 night accommodations at program hotels
• Welcome drink and information briefing
• First Class air-conditioned transportation in vans or buses
• Entrance fees to all activities as indicated
• Bilingual guides at sites and city tour
• Tour Director
• Full breakfast daily plus, lunches and dinners as indicated
• Gratuities for bellboys, maids and waiters for included meals at hotels and haciendas.
• All hotel and restaurant taxes.

Tour departs on December 8, 2007, January 12, 2008, February 16, 2008, March 8, 2008, April 26, 2008, May 17, 2008
June 14, 2008, September 27, 2008, October 25, 2008, November 8, 2008 nad December 6, 2008.

Call 303-427-6700 for pricing and to book this Yucatan adventure!

Puerto Vallarta: blends a fabulous mixture of old world charm with modern sophistication. Open-air cafes, chic boutiques and modern art galleries line the vibrant seafront. Mountains tower above the glistening sea and golden beaches, while lush jungles surround the quaint village.

Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo: Pamper yourself at any of Ixtapa's world class resorts. Stroll through the cobblestone streets of charming, unpretentious Zihuatanejo with its seaside cafes and hillside inns. 

Los Cabos: Where the desert tumbles into the sea and the land ends. Breathtaking beaches line the two towns of lives Cabo San Lucas and laid-back San Jose del Cabo. World-class oceanfront resorts, deep-sea fishing, championship golf and exciting nightlife combine to make "Cabo" the perfect vacation spot.

Mazatlan: 17 miles of gorgeous beaches make Mazatlan a sinner among sun destinations. World class resort ready to pamper, while a stroll along the famous Malecon is great for shopping and dining. For a little adventure; trek through Mazatlan's scenic hillsides and numerous valleys.

Acapulco: Completely revitalized -----Acapulco is getting rave reviews from vacationers! La Quebrada to witness the diver's dangerous 135 foot plunge into a tide-filled cove. Stroll along the Costera Miguel Aleman, Acapulco's main strip, with its variety of shops, exceptional restaurants and extravagant discotheques. Sunshine beckons travelers to Acapulco's sprawling shores where watersports abound, romance flourishes and the party never ends.