ANCIENT MYSTICISM & THE MAYA
A FASCINATING EXPLORATION OF MAYA ARCHAEOLOGY, NATURE, CUISINE, TEXTILES & MORE!
STARTS: Villahermosa, Tabasco Mexico
ENDS: Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas Mexico
DATES: March 17-31, 2026
DURATION: 14 Nights / 15 Days
PRICE FOR 10-14: $54,000 MXN (Dbl Occupancy)
SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $12,400 MXN
(Prices include Taxes)
INCLUSIONS: All Taxes, Hotels x 14 Nights, Breakfast x 14, All Activities & Entrance Fees (Unless noted as optional), Private Transportation, 4 Boat Rides and Professional (and bilingual) Guided Services for the total duration of tour.
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TRIP OVERVIEW
The ancient Maya are often described as a people who disappeared...
The Maya civilization originated in 2000 BCE and thrived until 1697 CE. Their city states spanned the southeastern Mexican states of Tabasco, Chiapas, Campeche, Yucatan and Quintana-Roo, all of Guatemala and Belize, and the western regions of El Salvador and Honduras. The Maya were never considered an Empire, as they did not have one central administration centre, but instead had many administration centres that oversaw smaller satellite cities...
but in fact, are still alive and thriving in their traditional territories...
Despite archaic notions of vanishing races and disappearing peoples that served to elevate Colonial usurping of indigenous territories, the Maya continue to thrive in their ancestral lands, with artisans who weave exquisite textiles with designs that pre-date the arrival of the Spanish, culinary traditions that are pre-Hispanic, and languages that continue to be the primary tongue of the household.
Please join us for an eclectic exploration of the Maya cultures of Chiapas, from ancient cities that rose in the heart of the jungle to artisans who are leading a flourishing textile renaissance in the highland region around the cosmopolitan city of San Cristóbal de las Casas.
We will visit exciting ancient cities in Selva Lacandona...
The Maya civilization originated in 2000 BCE and thrived until 1697 CE. Their city states spanned the southeastern Mexican states of Tabasco, Chiapas, Campeche, Yucatan and Quintana-Roo, all of Guatemala and Belize, and the western regions of El Salvador and Honduras. The Maya were never considered an Empire, as they did not have one central administration centre, but instead had many administration centres that oversaw smaller satellite cities...
and enjoy some bird watching in the jungle and cloud forest...
Despite archaic notions of vanishing races and disappearing peoples that served to elevate Colonial usurping of indigenous territories, the Maya continue to thrive in their ancestral lands, with artisans who weave exquisite textiles with designs that pre-date the arrival of the Spanish, culinary traditions that are pre-Hispanic, and languages that continue to be the primary tongue of the household.
Please join us for an eclectic exploration of the Maya cultures of Chiapas, from ancient cities that rose in the heart of the jungle to artisans who are leading a flourishing textile renaissance in the highland region around the cosmopolitan city of San Cristóbal de las Casas.
This trip is a little more challenging to organize for flights....
Guests must fly into Villahermosa Airport, which is located in the state of Tabasco. There are flights departing daily from Mexico City airport, with direct flights from Cancun and other select airports. Heading home from Tuxtla Gutierrez is equally challenging, as it is only connected to Mexico City airport, Cancun, and a few other select cities. Please tell us where you are flying from, and we can assist you with your flight path. If you would like to rest at the beach following this tour, you could also opt to fly through a beach destination that connects well.
We also recommend departing later if it's your first time in San Cristobal....
San Cristóbal de las Casas is an impressive and picturesque city that deserves time for full exploration. It's easy to get lost in the markets and pedestrian streets and there are dozens upon dozens of wonderful coffee shops, bakeries, restaurants and boutique galleries to browse through. The city has some tragic and fascinating history, wonderful churches and lots of nature parks to explore. If you would like to extend your stay, please let us know and we can book you at the same hotel to save you another move.
QUESTIONS?
Please do not hesitate to contact Jennifer if you have any questions or would like to schedule this tour at a different time for a private group.
Email: coppermoontravels@protonmail.com
WhatsApp: +52 443 639 2782 (Please text first)
