Chiapas’ Civilizations: An Archaeological Dive in Southern Mexico

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Study the archaeological wealth that lives in Chiapas through ancient site explorations, meeting locals, venturing to important museums and immersing yourself in indigenous culture.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Walking is the best way to get to know a new place
    • I’m energetic and enjoy a good physical challenge, so I’m always ready to spend the day on the move
    • Whether it’s public transit, city streets or village cobblestones, I’m game

What's this trip about?

    Study the archaeological wealth that lives in Chiapas through ancient site explorations, meeting locals, venturing to important museums and immersing yourself in indigenous culture.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityVillahermosa, Tabasco
End CityChiapa de Corzo, Chiapas

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

  • New Mexico

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Villahermosa, Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner In Flight

Hotel check-in from 2:00 p.m.

After arriving at the hotel, checking in and getting rooms, take some time to unpack, freshen up, and relax. Program Registration: 6:30 p.m. Come over to the Road Scholar table in the hotel lobby to register with the program staff a...

Day 2 Orientation, Cacao Route, Cupilco Church, Comalcalco Villahermosa, Tabasco

Getting on/off bus. Driving about 37 miles, around 1 hour. Walking up to 2.5 miles throughput the day on uneven paths.

Orientation, 9:00 a.m.: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss ro...

Day 3 La Venta Park, Transfer to Palenque-Chiapas Palenque, Chiapas

Getting on/off bus. Driving about 92 miles, around 2 hours. Walking about 3.5 miles, around 2 hours; uneven terrain. Don’t forget to apply mosquito repellent.

We will visit La Venta Museum Park in Villahermosa and walk the sculptured trail, admiring the colossal...

Day 4 Palenque Archaeological Site, Indigenous Communities Palenque, Chiapas

Getting on/off bus, driving under 1/2 hour. Walking up to 2 miles, standing in museum.

We will then board our bus, accompanied by a local expert, to visit the archaeological site, where we’ll explore some of the many different limestone temples and other structu...

Day 5 Transfer to San Cristobal de las Casas, Misol-Ha Waterfall San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas

Getting on/off bus, driving about 4.5 hours. Walk up to 2 miles on uneven surface.

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll board the bus to travel to San Cristobal de las Casas, with two stops along the way. We’ll first stop at Misol-Ha waterfall, just 12 miles f...

Day 6 City Field Trip, Na-Bolom Museum, Santo Domingo Convent San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas

Walk up to 3 miles; standing in museum.

We will begin our day with a field trip to visit some of the most important buildings in San Cristobal de las Casas, such as the Santo Domingo Convent, built in 1547 by Dominicans and restored in 2006. It has two courtyard...

Day 7 San Juan Chamula & Zinacatan, Free Time San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas

Getting on/off bus, total driving 1.5 hours. Walk up to 2 miles on flat surfaces.

Aboard the bus with our local expert, we will travel to two Tzoztil Maya communities, San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán, at the top of the Chiapas Mountains. One-third of the state’s...

Day 8 Sergio Castro Museum, Grutas de Rancho Nuevo San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas

Getting on/off motorcoach, total driving 2 hours. Walking up to 2 miles.

Walking from the hotel and accompanied by our local expert we will visit the textiles Museum Sergio Castro, here we will learn about the clothing of the inhabitants of the many groups in th...

Day 9 Transfer to Chiapa de Corzo, Cañon del Sumidero Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas

Getting on/off bus, boat; driving about 1 hour. Boat ride 1 hour. Walk about 2 miles on flat surfaces.

After we check out from the hotel, we will board our bus for a transfer to Chiapa de Corzo. Before arriving there we will stop at the breathtaking Sumidero Can...

Day 10 Program Concludes In Flight

Hotel check-out by 12:00 Noon.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that pr...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,299
Price per day$230
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 9
  • Number of Lunch: 8
  • Number of Dinner: 7
Age Requirements
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