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SITE International Conference 2004
Mérida, Mexico | 4-7 November 2004
Post Tour Trips
Plan to stay just a little while longer in Mexico and take advantage of the many sights and cultures of your host country, Mexico! All Post Tour Trips require an additional cost. To register, please download a registration form.
Post Tour Trips:
Magic Experience Into the Maya World
Legendary Sites of Mexico
Wonders of Pre-Hispanic Mexico
Mexico City and Surroundings
Hacienda Yucatan
Fees for the Post Tour Trips will be billed by and organized by an independent tour operator. Tours are not affiliated with SITE. All tours, including itinerary and associated fees are managed by the tour operator and are subject to minimum participation requirements. Tour registrations received at SITE Headquarters will be forwarded to the tour operator. All further correspondence will be from the tour operator.
Magic Experience Into the Maya World
Duration:3 days, 4 nights
Minimum Number of Participants: 10
Travel throughout the Yucatan and experience the wonders of the Mayan World. This tour begins by driving to Hacienda Chukanan with visits to the Cuzama Wells, including a chance to swim in the Bolonchoojo with its blue, transparent waters. The next day you will travel to Izamal, one of the oldest Spanish foundations with a typical colonial atmosphere, before moving on the Chichen Itza, the largest and best kept archaeological zone of the Mayan and Toltec cultures. That evening enjoy a light and sound show. The next day you will admire Chichen Itza and its enigmatic temples and pyramids in their natural environment. Finally, proceed to Cancun for a one-day stay at the beach or return to Merida.
Hotel Prices: All rates are per person and include one night at the Hacienda X-Canatun, one night at the Hacienda Chichen, and one night at the hotel of your choice (Hotel Caribe Real or Hotel Camino Real), daily continental breakfast, deluxe air conditioned van, |
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Option One:
Night 1: Hotel Hacienda X-Canatun
Night 2: Hotel Hacienda Chichen
Night 3: Hotel Camino Real Cancun
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Single |
US$1,065 |
Per Person in a Double Room |
US$755 |
Option Two:
Night 1: Hotel Hacienda X-Canatun
Night 2: Hotel Hacienda Chichen
Night 3: Hotel Gran Caribe Real Cancun
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Single |
US$1,100 |
Per Person in a Double Room |
US$785 |
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English-speaking professional guide, mentioned tours, entrance fees, lunch and dinner at Hacienda Chichen, and IVA Federal Taxes. Return transportation is provided to both the Merida or Cancun Airport, depending on your itinerary.
For more information about the Magic Experience Into the Maya World Post Tour Trip, please contact Betty Chenhalls at: bchenhalls@gomexicogroupsincentives.com.mx.
Legendary Sites of Mexico
Duration: 4 nights, 5 days
Minimum Number of Participants: 20
Begin this tour by spending two nights in Mexico City, the biggest metropolis in the world with 22 million inhabitants. The second day will feature an in-depth tour of Mexico City, beginning with a drive along the Reforma Avenue to the Historical Center, visits to the Palace of Fine Arts, and the Main Square (Zocalo) surrounded by the Cathedral, the National Palace and the ruins of the major Aztec temple. Continue on to the world famous Anthropology Museum and examine Mexico's indigenous cultures including funeral masks, the Aztec Calendar Stone
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| Housing Rates
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Nights 1 & 2: Presidente Intercontinental Hotel
Night 3: Hotel Hacienda Vista Hermosa
Night 4: Hotel Posada de la Mision
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Single |
US$1,211 |
Per Person in a Double Room |
US$855 |
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and additional relics. Finally, visit the Coyoacan neighborhood's beautiful plaza and gardens and enjoy dinner at the Hacienda Los Morales Restaurant. On day three, drive south to the Hacienda Vista Hermosa Hotel in Tequesquitengo, which was built in the 16th century by Hernan Cortes. The evening will feature a disco night. Then travel to Xochicalo, an impressive Classic archaeological site with ceremonial buildings and terraced pyramids. After exploring the ruins, continue on to Taxco. The last day of the tour will be sightseeing in this charming colonial town founded in the 16th century that was declared the "Heritage of Mankind" by UNESCO before returning to Mexico City.
Hotel Prices: All rates are per person and include two nights at Presidente Intercontinental Hotel Mexico City (5 stars), one night at the Hotel Hacienda Vista Hermosa (4 stars), and one night at the Hotel Posada de la Mision, Taxco (4 stars), daily breakfast, three dinners, deluxe air conditioned motor coach, English-speaking professional guide, mentioned tours, entrance fees, Burro Bar, Disco Bar, Mexican Party at Hotel Posado de la Mision, Taxco, dinner at Hacienda de los Morales in Mexico City, gratuities and IVA Federal Taxes. For more information about the Legendary Sights of Mexico Post Tour Trip, please contact Betty Chenhalls at bchenhalls@gomexico-groupsincentives.com.mx.
Wonders of Pre-Hispanic Mexico
Duration: 4 nights, 5 days
Minimum Number of Participants: 20
Travel to Mexico City and enjoy dinner at El Cardenal. Day two begins with a tour in a private tramway of the highlights of Mexico City, the biggest metropolis in the world with 22 million inhabitants. Drive from Alameda Park to the Historical Center, visits to the Palace of Fine Arts, and the Main Square (Zocalo) surrounded by the Cathedral, the National Palace and the ruins of the major Aztec temple. Continue in an air-conditioned motor coach to Teotihuacan, where the Aztecs
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Nights 1 & 2: Hotel Sheraton Centro Historica
Nights 3 & 4:Hotel Camino Real |
Single |
US$1,217 |
Per Person in a Double Room |
US$858 |
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believed the sun, moon and entire universe were created. Walk along the Avenue of the Dead and explore the awe-inspiring Pyramid of the Sun, Pyramid of the moon, Temploy of Quetzalcoatl and others. That evening enjoy a cantina night tour through some of the traditional cantinas in downtown. The next day view the spectacular volcanoes Popocatelpetl and Iztaccihuatl on the way to Puebla, a colonial city founded in 1531 to shelter people traveling from Veracruz to Mexico City. Then continue to Oaxaca for an overnight stay. On day four, sightsee in Oaxaca and explore the nearby archaeological zones of Monte Alban and Mitla. Conclude with an evening at the world famous Guelaguetza Show at the Las Gaoneras restaurant. Return to Mexico City the following day.
Hotel Prices: All rates are per person and include two nights at the Hotel Sheraton Centro Historica, Mexico City (5 stars) and two nights at the Hotel Camino Real, Oaxaca (5 stars), daily breakfast, dinner at Restaurante El Cardenal in Hotel Sheraton Centro Historico, Cantina Night Tour in Mexico City, two dinners in Oaxaca (Restaurant Los Bolcanes and Restaurant Las Gaoneras), deluxe air conditioned motor coach, English-speaking professional guide, mentioned tours, entrance fees, gratuities and IVA Federal Taxes. For more information about the Wonders of Pre-Hispanic Mexico Post Tour Trip, please contact Betty Chenhalls at bchenhalls@gomexicogroupsincentives.com.mx.
Mexico City and Surroundings
Duration: 4 nights, 5 days
Minimum Number of Participants: 20
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Explore Mexico City and enjoy its colorful past and modern future. After a restful evening at the Marquis Reforma Hotel, you will visit the Main Square or “Zocalo” of Mexico City, continue on to the National Palace to see the rich colors in powerful murals created by Diego Rivera, and visit the Templo Mayor excavations built upon the ancient Aztec city of Tenochitualan and the Museum of Anthropology
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| Housing Rates
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| Nights 1 - 4: Marquis Reforma Hotel
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Single |
US$715 |
Per Person in a Double Room |
US$493 |
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where lunch will be provided. Your third day includes the Plaza of the Three Cultures; the colossal Guadalupe Shrine, Latin America's most scared tribute to the “Virgin of Guadalupe”, recently proclaimed “Virgin Queen of America” by Pope John Paul II; and tour the ancient city of Teotihuacán where you will follow the walkways of the emperors and experience the feeling of the grandeur at the “Place of Gods.” In the evening, visit the “Plaza Garibaldi”, where Mariachis gather 365 days of the year. Finally, enjoy the Amalia Hernandez Ballet, the famous Bellas Artes Palace Crystal Curtain and Xochimilco's Floating Gardens where you will enjoy a boar ride along the ancient canals.
Hotel Prices: All rates are per person and include breakfast, lunch and dinner every day except day one (dinner only) and day five (breakfast only). Drinks are not included. For more information about the Mexico City and Surroundings Post Tour Trip, please contact Juan Carlos Betanzos at jcbetanzos@itcmexico.com.
Hotel Options
Hacienda Yucatan
Extend your visit and stay in one of many historic haciendas located throughout the Yucatan. Each trip requires a minimum participation, but if the tour you choose does not fill up, other options are available.
Hotel |
Single |
Double |
Triple |
Hacienda San Jose/Junior Garden |
US$329 |
US$165 |
US$134 |
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Hacienda San Jose/Superior |
US$249 |
US$124 |
US$107 |
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Hacienda San Jose/Villa Maya |
US$388 |
US$194 |
US$154 |
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Hacienda Santa Rosa/Junior Suite |
US$329 |
US$165 |
US$134 |
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Hacienda Santa Rosa/Superior |
US$249 |
US$124 |
US$107 |
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Hacienda Santa Rosa/Villa Maya |
US$329 |
US$165 |
US$134 |
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Hacienda Temozon/Junior Suite |
US$329 |
US$165 |
US$134 |
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Hacienda Temozon/Suite Deluxe |
US$388 |
US$194 |
US$154 |
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Hacienda Temozon/Superior |
US$249 |
US$124 |
US$107 |
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Hacienda Uayamon/Villa Colonial |
US$388 |
US$194 |
US$154 |
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Hacienda Uayamon/Suite Colonial |
US$388 |
US$194 |
US$154 |
All rates are per person per night and current taxes are included. All breakfasts are US$24 and lunches and dinners are US$41 and include tax and service charge. Transfers to and from Merida airport are included, except Uayamon which includes transportation to and from Campeche airport.
The tour does not include: meals and services not mentioned in the program, drinks and beverages, laundry, room service, telephone calls or any other expense of personal nature, air fares, airport taxes nor anything not clearly specified.
Booking and cancellation conditions: A US$50 deposit is required at the time of the booking. The remaining balance is due upon confirmation. Cancellations received up to 30 days before departure receive a full refund, less a charge of US$50 per person. Cancellations received from 29 to 8 days prior to arrival, a 50 percent refund of the total amount of the tour value applies. Cancellations received within 7 days before arrival do not get a refund.
For more information on the Haciendas Yucatan Post Tour Trip, please contact Juan Carlos Betanzos at jcbetanzos@itcmexico.com.
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