Chiapas
Chiapas
Description
Experience the beauty and culture of the Mexican state of Chiapas on an unforgettable journey through breathtaking landscapes, indigenous traditions, and ancient Maya history. Discover colorful streets in San Cristóbal de las Casas, cruise through the majestic Sumidero Canyon, explore the ancient ruins of Palenque, and admire natural wonders like the turquoise waters of Agua Azul Waterfalls. Chiapas combines adventure, culture, and nature, creating a unique experience for every traveler.
Itinerary
Day 1: Reception — Starts: Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport / Ends: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas., Mexico
Welcome at the Tuxtla Gutierrez airport; you can arrive at any time.
INCLUDES ✔ Airport to hotel transfer service / Personalized service
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Meals
RECOMMENDATIONS: Flexible arrival; you can arrive at the airport at any time. Check-in at your hotel in San Cristobal.
Day 2: El Chiflon Waterfalls + Montebello Lakes
Schedule: 08:00 AM / 09:00 PM
Starts: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas / Ends: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chis.
Breakfast (Included at the hotel). Departure at 8:00 AM from your hotel toward El Chiflon waterfalls. Here, we will visit the 4 main waterfalls: El Suspiro, Ala de Angel, Quinceañera, and the "Velo de Novia" (Bridal Veil) waterfall, which can be appreciated along the path. Estimated time: 2 hours. We will continue the tour toward the Montebello Lakes, famous for the colors of their waters, where we will visit 5 lagoons: Lake Tziscao, Pojoj Lagoon, and the International Lagoon. Afterward, return to San Cristobal de las Casas.
INCLUDES ✔ Breakfast at the hotel / Tourist transportation / Entrance fees / Hotel in San Cristobal
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Extra activities/ meals
RECOMMENDATIONS: Bring a change of clothes, light clothing, cash, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, physical fitness.
Day 3: Sumidero Canyon + Chiapa de Corzo + Viewpoints
Schedule: 09:00 AM / 06:00 PM
Starts: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas / Ends: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas
Breakfast (Included at the hotel). Departure at 9:00 AM from your hotel heading to the viewpoints (closed on Tuesdays). Afterward, a 2-hour boat ride through the majestic Sumidero Canyon, followed by a 1.5-hour visit to the ancient town of Chiapa de Corzo. Later, return to San Cristobal de las Casas.
INCLUDES ✔ Breakfast at the hotel / Tourist transportation / Entrance fees / Boat ride / Hotel in San Cristobal
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Unspecified meals
RECOMMENDATIONS: Sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, light clothing.
Day 4: Agua Azul Waterfalls + Misol-Ha + Palenque Archaeological Site
Schedule: 04:00 AM / 06:00 PM
Starts: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chis. / Ends: Palenque, Chisapas
Departure at 4:00 AM from your hotel lobby. Breakfast en route (not included). We will visit the majestic Agua Azul waterfalls for 2 hours, followed by a 50-minute visit to the Misol-Ha waterfall. Afterward, we will visit the impressive Mayan site of Palenque for 2 hours. Later, check-in at your hotel in Palenque, Chis.
INCLUDES ✔ Entrance fees / Transportation / Hotel in Palenque
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Tour guide at the archaeological site / Meals
RECOMMENDATIONS: Check out of the hotel in San Cristobal and bring your luggage. Bring a change of clothes, a swimsuit, cash, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, physical fitness.
Day 5: Bonampak Archaeological Site + Yaxchilan Archaeological Site
Schedule: 05:30 AM / 05:00 PM
Starts: Palenque, Chis. / Ends: Lacanja Chansayab, Chiapas
Departure at 5:30 AM from your hotel lobby in Palenque. Breakfast en route (included). We will take a 40-minute boat ride to reach Yaxchilan, with 2 hours to explore the archaeological site. Lunch at Frontera Corozal (included). Afterward, we will visit the impressive Mayan structures of Bonampak (painted murals, 1-hour stay). Later, check-in at the eco-cabins. Dinner (Included at the cabins).
INCLUDES ✔ Tourist transportation / Breakfast / Entrance fees / Lunch / Boat ride / Dinner / Jungle lodging
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Tour guide at Yaxchilan and Bonampak
RECOMMENDATIONS: Check out of the hotel in Palenque and bring your luggage. Sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, light clothing.
Day 6: Jungle Hike
Schedule: 09:00 AM / 08:00 PM
Starts: Lacanja Chansayab, Chiapas Mexico / Ends: Palenque, Chiapas Mexico
Breakfast at the cabins (included). Departure at 9:00 AM to begin the jungle hike, where you can admire and have direct contact with natural beauty while visiting waterfalls, rivers, springs, and the pyramids hidden deep within the Lacandon Jungle. After the hike, lunch (included) at the cabins. Afterward, wait at the cabin facilities until 6:00 PM for the transport to take you back to the city of Palenque and check-in at the hotel. Free afternoon to visit the city.
INCLUDES ✔ Local guide for the hike / Hotel in Palenque / Breakfast at the cabins / Lunch at the cabins / Transportation
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Unspecified meals
RECOMMENDATIONS: Check out of the cabins and bring your luggage. Wait at the cabin facilities, as the transport to Palenque will arrive at 6:00 PM. Bring lightweight shoes for the hike, mosquito repellent, and a change of clothes in case you decide to swim in the river.
Day 7: Roberto Barrios Waterfalls
Schedule: 11:00 AM / 10:00 PM
Starts: Palenque, Chiapas Mexico / Ends: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas Mexico
Breakfast (Included at the hotel). Departure at 11:00 AM from your hotel lobby in Palenque. We will visit the Roberto Barrios waterfalls for 2 hours, where you can swim and enjoy this beautiful place. Afterward, return to Palenque to change vehicles and head back to San Cristobal de las Casas, arriving at approximately 10:30 PM.
INCLUDES ✔ Breakfast at the hotel / Entrance fees / Transportation / Hotel in San Cristobal
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Unspecified meals
RECOMMENDATIONS: Check out of the hotel in Palenque and bring your luggage. Bring a change of clothes, a swimsuit, cash, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, physical fitness.
Day 7: Transfer — Starts: Palenque, Chiapas Mexico / Ends: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas Mexico
Transfer to San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas.
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NOT INCLUDED ✘
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Day 8: Transfer — Starts: San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas Mexico / Ends: Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport
Transfer to the Tuxtla Gutierrez airport.
INCLUDES ✔ Shuttle service to the airport
NOT INCLUDED ✘ Meals
RECOMMENDATIONS: Hotel check-out is at 12:00 PM. Please wait in the lobby for your transfer to the airport.
Includes
- 4 nights in 4* hotels in San Cristobal de las Casas (Hotel San Marcos, Hotel Villa Murano, Hotel Palace, depending on availability)
- 2 nights in a 4* hotel in Palenque (Hotel Nututun, Hotel Tulija Express)
- 1 night in a private cabin in the jungle (Cabanas Top-Che)
- 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner per person
- Boat tours in Sumidero Canyon and Yaxchilan
- Entrance fees to all tourist sites
- ✔ Local guide for the jungle hike
- ✔ Tours in shared service
- ✔ Traveler's insurance on board the vehicle
- ✔ Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
Not included
- Flights {flights can be arranged if requested}
- Tour guide at archaeological sites
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities/Tips for drivers
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
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