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TOURS-

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-Index-

ADVENTURE

Biking tours...………………………………………………………6 Backpacking tours.……………………………………………….16 Diving tours………………………………………………………..19

NATURE

Birdwatching tour…..……………………………………………...22 Yucatán Eco Adventure..………………………………………….24 Monarch Butterfly…………………………………………………..26 Wildlife Adventure….……………………………………………….28 White Shark………………………………………………………...30

.CULTURE

Yucatán Heritage Tour……………………………………………..33 Yucatan Archaeology and History………………………………...35

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SCIENTIFIC

Jaguar...………………………………………………………38 Whaleshark…………………………………………………..40 Sailfish……………………………………………………..…42 Reptile………………………………………………………...44

LUXURY

Yucatán Bike Tour…..………………………………………..48 Birdwatching Tour…………………………………………….50 Yucatán Heritage Tour……………………………………….52

FAMILY

Wildlife Family Adventure…………………………………...55

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-Adventure Tours-

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-Bike Tours-

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-Yucatan Bike Tour-

«Bike Tour»

Bike through the Mayan World!

Come and discover the beauty of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico! Bike 7 days through the Peninsula from its

jungle to the Caribbean. Discover all the beauty it has to offer. Indulge yourself in Mexico’s second largest national park, the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve and kayak here while you explore the beautiful nature.

Snorkel in the Mayan reef, the world’s second longest coral reef. You can also cool down in the crystal clear

waters of the cenotes. Next to that you will visit the archaeological sites like Coba, Tulum and the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. You also have the chance to visit colonial towns like the amazing Valladolid.l

Duration: 7 days

We recommend bringing: Cycling gear, comfortable clothes and shoes, raincoat, hat, sunglasses,

biodegradable insect repellent and sunblock, hygienic personal stuff and your camera.

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  • Not Included:

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  • Lodging
  •  Airfare

Transportation Breakfast
 Bicycle (weekly rent: $100 USD)  Beverages
Entrance fees Bilingual guide
 Lunch & dinner  Personal expenses

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-Itinerary-

Day 1: Arrival at Cancun

You will be welcomed by your professional naturalist guide in Cancun. By ground transportation we will go to Chichén Itzá where upon arrival you will get a briefing about the activities and other important information. Afterwards check in at Mayaland Hotel or

similar. In the evening, enjoy a light and sound show at Chichen Itza.

Day 2: Chichén Itzá – Valladolid

Early morning we will visit Chichén Itzá Ruins. Afterwards, enjoy the scenic bike ride to Valladolid where you will be able to ride through local Mexican villages. Check in Hotel Meson del Marques or

similar. (59 Km. – 36.66 Miles)

Day 3: Valladolid – Ek Balam

In the morning, we cycle to Ek Balam archeological site. After enjoying this beautiful site, we cycle back to Valladolid for a city tour and a visit to the museum. For dinner you will find a variety of dining options you can choose from in Valladolid. Overnight in Meson

del Marques or similar. (59 Km. – 36.66 Miles)

Day 4: Valladolid – Coba

After breakfast we will cycle to Coba. Along the way, we refresh ourselves in the impressive Tamcach Ha cenote. After visiting Coba archaeological site there is an optional zip line tour which can be enjoyed as well. We will travel to Tulum in van and check in for the overnight in Hotel Los Lirios or

similar. (70 Km. – 43.50 Miles)

Day 5: Tulum

Start the day with an early bird watching tour (optional). Continue the tour by riding to Tulum archaeological Site. One of the most beautiful places of the Riviera Maya. You can learn more about the rich Mexican Culture and take spectacular photos. Afterwards, grab the opportunity to refresh in the crystal clear waters of a cenote and cycle back to Hotel Los Lirios or

similar.(25 Km. – 15.53 Miles)

Day 6: Sian Ka’an

Morning bike ride to the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve to kayak in wetlands and learn more about the area. In the afternoon, enjoy

Tulum beach and transfer in air-conditioned van to Cancun Hotel Marriot Courtyard or similar. (56 Km. – 43.50 Miles)

Day 7: Departure from Cancun

After breakfast transfer by van to Cancun International Airport for your flight back home.

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-Riviera Maya Bike

Adventure-

«Bike Tour»

Bike through the Mayan World!

Bike through the Riviera Maya! Explore the Mayan Civilization of the Caribbean. Cycle from the jungle to the

thatched roof villages of the contemporary Mayan World. You will be able to observe the amazing Peninsula’s

wildlife and some famous archaeological sites like Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba and Muyil.

Duration: 8 days

We recommend bringing: Cycling gear, comfortable clothes and shoes, raincoat, hat, sunglasses, biodegradable insect repellent and sunblock, hygienic personal stuff and your camera.

Included:
Not Included:

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Lodging
 Airfare

Transportation

Breakfast
 Bicycle (weekly rent: $100 USD)  Beverages
Entrance fees

Bilingual guide
 Lunch & dinner  Personal expenses

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-Itinerary-

Day 1

Arrival at Cancun airport. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cancun. Rey del Caribe or similar.

Day 2. Cycle from Cancun to Isla Mujeres and back. Boat trip to snorkel in world’s second largest reef.

Overnight in Cancun.

Rey del Caribe or similar.

Day 3. Van transfer to Tulum, archaeological site. Bicycle from Tulum to Sian Ka’an and back.

Overnight in the area of Tulum.

Hotel Cabaña Los Lirios Tulum or similar. Day 4. Cycle from Tulum to Coba. Snorkel in the crystal waters of the Gran Cenote and visit Coba, archaeological site. Van transfer to Valladolid.

Overnight in Valladolid. Meson del Marques or similar

Day 5. Cycle from Valladolid to Ek Balam and back. Bicycle through a jungle path to Ek Balam, archaeological site and refresh in a cenote. Enjoy a city tour in Valladolid.

Overnight in Valladolid. Meson del Marques or similar

Day 6. Cycle from Valladolid to Chichen Itza. Visit Chichen Itza, archaeological site, one of the seven new wonders of the world.

Overnight in Chichen Itza.

Villas Arquelogicas Chichen Itza or similar.

Day 7. Van transfer to Xcaret, an archaeological and natural theme park. Overnight in Cancun. Marriot Courtyard Cancun or similar.

Day 8. Departure. Transfer to Cancun airport for your flight back home.

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-Oaxaca Bike Tour-

«Bike Tour»

Discover the amazing routes of Oaxaca!

Immerse yourself in the state of Oaxaca, one of the most complete tourist destinations of Mexico! This state has it all: beaches, mountains, valleys, pre-Colombian villages and cities. It has a wealth of old traditions and endless folklore. Get familiar with all these old traditions and the local life of Oaxaca by bike! One of the towns you will visit is San Bartolo Coyotepec, the place where the famous Oaxaca black pottery is made.

Discover the amazing local way of life by bicycling through the streets of the old towns and villages.

Duration: 10 days

Include:
Not Included:

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10 Day Tour

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Some meals (check itinerary) Personal Expenses
Transportation Support Specialized local guide & Bike Technician Accommodation
Airfare from your city to Oaxaca
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary Entrance fees

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-Itinerary-

Day 1 . Our staff will meet you at the airport of Oaxaca and provide the transfer to the hotel located in the Historical Center of Oaxaca. Free evening, we suggest to visit the market Benito Juárez and 20 de Noviembre or historical center.

Casona Oxaca

Day 2. After the breakfast we will move to Pueblos Mancomunados in the North Mountains of Oaxaca. Food and lodging

in the cabins of Llano Grande // Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Llano Grande

Day 3. 04:30 a.m. Let’s start an amazing expedition, we’ll ride under the moonlight, before the sun comes, riding through the rolling mountains and among the pine forests to arrive to “El Mirador” where you’ll enjoy an incredible sunrise. After breakfast we continue to “Cueva Iglesia” (Cave Church) route of narrow and wide roads, we go into the forest and enjoy the panoramic views offered by “Sierra Norte” in the way we’ll visit “La Nevería” where you can admire a beautiful lake

while we take time for picnic and a rest. We continue to “Cueva de la Iglesia” rich place of a variety of species of fauna and

flora , we finally return to the Community Llano Grande.

Coffe, Chocolate, breakfast & pic nic included

Llano Grande

Day 4. Route “Sendero encantado”. On this route you will discover incredible trails that lead you to enjoy the unique

natural beauty of the Mancomunados towns. The route takes us to see beautiful waterfalls that emerge from the high mountains, it is ideal for cyclists who wish to discover the beginning of an endless adventure on two wheels. Continuing our expedition riding through the Ka-Yezzi-Daa-Vii route with a drop of 900 meters, crossing a variety of ways ranging from narrow paths to wide road along the way you'll see pine-oak as well like the forests of bromeliads. This route will take us to

the town of Amatlán, We´ll take a picnic in Amatlan and then continue the journey along the route of the “ex-haciendas” to

finish in the ecotourism center of Amatlán. We will take the lunch in Lachatao community and we will have time to visit the church and the museum of the community before to return to Llano Grande Lodging in the cabins of Llano Grande.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Llano Grande

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Day 5. A thrilling trail of cycling through the route “Mirador la Cucharilla”. This takes us to another community of the Pueblos Mancomunados

Latuvi, This route is one of the favorites for a combination of Single Track as well as wide trail, on the journey downwards you will arrive at the river

“Cara de león” .After the picnic we will continue our cycling journey through the route “Camino real”. A prehispanic route where you will enjoy

marvelous pathways of rocks and dried leaves, through the phantom forests (Trees covered in white moss) and rivers of the area. After the lunch we can continue with the cycling tour by the route "Las haciendas" of if you prefer you can take the tour through the room of codices and photography to get a better understanding of the history of the Pueblos Mancomunados. Lunch in the dining hall of San Miguel Amatlán .

Breakfast, picnic and lunch included

CENTRO ECOTURÍSTICO CABAÑAS AMATLÁN

Or similar Day 6. After breakfast in Benito Juárez we will start our mountain biking tour of this day in the best manner; on a curvy dirt road of approximately 7 km, afterwards arriving at the initial point of extreme downhill path for the best endurance, with a length of 18 km through deciduous forest and rivers until we arrive at the village Tlalixtac de Cabreraara. We will finish our journey in Santa Maria el Tule. Characteristics of the route: 85% single track, 15% curvy road. Food and lodging in Oaxaca City . Breakfast, lunch and dinner Included

Casona Oxaca Or similar Day 7. After breakfast we transfer by van from Oaxaca City to the community "Asunción Nochixtlan" 1 hour approx. Here begin the bike tour to the community of Santiago Apoala in the Mixteca, there are 3 routes, choose the best according to the level, the topography is varied with ups and downs not very long but good physical condition is required, pass through small populations of the three routes Santiago Amatlan, Fortin el Alto, San Miguel Chicahua. We will finish the route of this day in Santiago Apoala.

After lunch and we already recovered of the tour, we start hiking to a small waterfall “Cola de Serpiente” in Apoala to take pictures or swimming.

Food and Lodging in the cabin of Apoala. Breakfast & Entrances Included Ecoturismo Comunal Yutsa To`on de Santiago de Apoala Or similar Day 8. In the morning we will walk approximately 1 hour before taking breakfast, walking up river we reach the most impressive part canyon of Apoala where the walls more than 200 meters high almost meet, and then we return to the village for breakfast and prepare for departure. This day we will travel 45 kilometers with ups and downs, there is much to enjoy like a forest, where trees laden with bromeliads make them special, panoramic views, a drop of about 25 kilometers long, "San Pedro Jocotipac" a town which are in full downhill, mountains with huge cactus. After the lunch we will return to Oaxaca City. Lunch, dinner and lodging in Oaxaca City . 3 Meals Included.

Casona Oaxaca Or similar

Day 9. To end our biking expedition we’ll visit the major tourist icons of Oaxaca, after breakfast we will go to Santa María el Tule and see the legendary ancient tree “Ahuahuete”. We’ll take the bikes and go through dirt roads and see different communities, one of this is Teotitlan del Valle

famous village of weavers where Josefina and family will give us a demonstration of the traditional art of this town. 3 Meals included.

Casona Oaxaca hotel.

Day 10. After breakfast we’ll pick you up to go to the airport according to the flight information. Breakfast included.

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- C U B A -

«People to people visit»

Enjoy the culture and the cuban traditions with this amazing visit!

People to people visit to Cuba is an excellent opportunity to know the culture and traditions of this authentic

country. Cuba is well known for the excellent medicine contributions to the science, the excellent school of ballet

and the commitment with different sports that according to their possibilities they enjoy and share with people that visit the island from other countries. Alternative transportation will be always available to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Guaniguanico and El Rosario regions. Part of the visit is the famous tobacco region, Pinar del Río.

Feel the essence of Viñales Valley, visit Ancón Valley, Cueva de los Portales. Walk through Soroa’s beautiful

orchid garden and enjoy Las Terrazas before returning to explore lively Havana

Duration: 10 days

Include:
Not Included:

 Airfare to/from Cancun
 Airfare Cancun—Havana—Cancun

 Professional, bilingual guide

 Comfortable and safe AC transportation
 Accommodation  Meals as mentioned in the itinerary  Entrance fees

 Beverages

 Personal expenses like laundry, phone calls, souvenirs, etc.
 Tips

 Equipment, including alternative transportation.
 Taxes

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Day 1: Arrival to Cancun. Arrival to the International Airport of Cancun. Welcome and assistance by EcoColors staff. Transfer to

your hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel Rey del Caribe or similar.

Day 2: Arrival in Havana: Breakfast at Cancun hotel. Transfer to the airport. Arrival at Jose Marti Havana International Airport were you will be welcomed by your professional naturalist guide. Transfer to your hotel. Briefing about the tour. Lunch and dinner on you own. Walk on your own around Habana Vieja.

Meals included: Breakfast in Cancun. No beverages included

Accommodation: Hotel Copacabana or similar

Day 3: Pinar del Río. Breakfast at your hotel and transfer to Pinar del Río the famous tobacco region in western Cuba. We will visit

both a tobacco factory and a rum distillery where “Guayabita” is produced and go on a tour through the town.

Alternative Transportation: 15—20 Km (9-12 miles)

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner. No beverages included

Accommodation: Villas Aguas Claras or similar

Day 4: Cayo Jutias. Breakfast and cycle to Cayo Jutías, a small island located on the north coast of Pinar del Río connected by a small road to the picturesque beach of Cayo Jutías. The island is connected to the mainland by a man-made dam. Once there, we can have lunch at the beach, hire a boat or swim in the beautiful sea. Ride back to Viñales, Pinar del Rio. Alternative Transportation: 70

Km (40 miles). Meals included: Breakfast & dinner. No beverages included

Accommodation: Rancho San Vicente or similar

Day 5: Jagua Vieja Road. Breakfast. On today’s tour we will take the Jagua Vieja Road to La Palma at Ancón Valley - a tour of

quaint landscapes and untouched valleys. En route, there is the possibility of visiting the country lodge where Fidel Castro held secret meetings during the Cuban Revolution. We will have a picnic lunch in the lush valley and then be taken to our next destination nestling in idyllic surroundings which are perfect for a short hike or walk.

Alternative Transportation: 60 Km (35 miles). Meals included: Breakfast—Lunch (picnic) - dinner. No beverages included

Accommodation: Villas Aguas Claras or similar

Day 6 Soroa. After breakfast, van transfer to La Palma. From La Palma e will ride to Soroa, here you can visit the famous orchid gardens and we continue to Cueva de los Portales. (Caves) This beautiful area was the hide out that Che Guevera used during the '62 standoff with Kennedy and this will be the site for our picnic. Afterwards we will follow on our way to Soroa.

Alternative Transportation: 89 Km (55miles).

Meals included: Breakfast—Lunch— Dinner. No beverages included

Accommodation: Hotel Villa Soroa or similar Day 7 Soroa - Las Terrazas. After breakfast we bike to the river San Juan and its little waterfall which flows through the thick forest,

where one can see little lakes, ruins and coffee plantations from the 19th century and sulphurous wells. The most well-known is Las Terrazas.

Alternative Transportation: 19—29 Km (12-18 miles). Meals included: Breakfast— Dinner. No beverages included.

Dinner in hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel Moka or similar

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Day 8: Las Terrazas - Havana - City tour in La Habana. After Breakfast we cycle from las Terrazas to the entrance of Havana.

Once in Havana enjoy a city tour in La Habana, in which we will visit the “Malecon”, El Prado, Miramar area, Borque de la Habana,

cemetery Colon and Revolution main square. A visit to the National School of Ballet to speak with one of the teachers that will be sharing with us what ballet and dance represents to the Cubans in general. Habana has a very rich history and we will visit places that we cannot leave behind; Hemingway Museum, the beautiful view of Cojimar, the Morro Fortress and the Monument of Redentor Christ. Also, we will enjoy a talk with one of the scholars of the University of Medicine that will share with us about the Medical Social Security in Cuba. Hiking in La Habana vieja.

Alternative Transportation: 59 km (36 miles). Meals included: Breakfast— Dinner. No beverages included

Accommodation: Hotel Copacabana or similar

Day 9: Departure from Havana. Breakfast and transfer to the airport in Havana. Return flight to Cancun, Mexico. Arrival and transfer

to your hotel in Cancun.

Meals included: Breakfast. No beverages included.,

Accommodation: Hotel Rey del Caribe or similar. Day 10: Departure from Mexico. Breakfast and transfer to the airport.

Meals included: Breakfast. No beverages included.

We recommend bringing: Comfortable clothes and shoes, insect repellent, sunblock (ecological), hat, sunglasses, swimsuit, towel, long sleeve cotton shirt, long cotton pants, impermeable jacket, hygienic personal stuff and (waterproof) camera.

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-Backpacking Tour: Mexico,

Guatemala & Belize-

«Nature, Adventure & Culture Tour»

Discover all the beauty of Central America with this amazing tour!

This amazing two week backpacking tour through Central America will include a great variety of activities. During the great nature activities you will be able to observe wildlife such as Crocodiles, Monkeys, Flamingos, Dolphins, Whale Sharks, Matas, Iguanas and more, in the natural protected areas of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize.

Some of the amazing activities you will be able to enjoy are visiting the unique archaeological sites of the Mayan World such as Tikal in Guatemala; Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba and Palenque in Mexico.

Duration: 15 days

Itinerary: To see the complete itinerary of this 15-day Backpacking tour, go to:

http://www.ecotravelmexico.com/backpacking-mexico-guatemala-belize-adventure-tour.php

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  • The Best of Cancún, Cozumel & the Yucatán

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  • Dare to Be Deep

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  • Congresos 5.Qk

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  • The Yucatán Is Home to Pearl-White Beaches and Deep Green

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  • Insider's Guide to Isla Mujeres

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