Caribbean & Coasts of the Americas

Mexico - Cancún Yucatán

Discovery Center

In Club Med, each vacation is an occasion to leave behind the daily routine and open yourself to new experiences.

The excursions program stated is for information only and is subject to change.

	OUR EXCURSIONS
	> Chichen Itza and Valladolid (1 day) > Chichen Itza Express (1/2D) > Eco Coba and Cenote (1 day) > Ek Balam and Ria Lagartos (1 ay) > Horseback outing (1/2D) > Isla Mujeres Discovery (1 day) > Playa del Carmen (1/2 day) > Speed boat in the laguna (1/2 day) > Swim with the Dolphins (1/2 day) > Tulum (1/2 day) > Wet'n Wild Park (1/2 day) > Xcaret Park (1 day) > Xplore Adventure Park

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Chichen Itza and Valladolid (1 day)

Excursion recommended by our Discovery Center

Chichen Itzá… Is the worldwide most known pre-Columbian city in the northern Yucatán; its astonishing monumental architecture tells the history of its occupation by the pre-Hispanic Maya and Toltec culture. The famous Kukulkan Pyramid, the largest Mesoamerican Ball Court and the Astronomical Observatory are only a few of the magnificent structures found within the site. Since 1988, Chichen Itza is a UNESCO World Heritage site. In 2007 it was elected as one of the New 7 Wonders of the world. Ex-Convent “San Bernardino de Siena”… Built in 1552 in the city of Valladolid, was the first seat of the Franciscan order in the Yucatan Peninsula. The convent is a testimony of the Maya evangelization at the time of the Spanish conquest. Later, it was used as an important strategic point during the Rebellion of the Yucatan native population against the white community; historically referred to as “The Cast War”. One day tour (7am – 6.30pm) ● Program of the day:
Morning visit of the famous Archeological site of Chichen Itza (3 hour guided tour)
Enjoy Lunch at the restaurant “Villa Arqueologica Chichen Itzá” next to the site. The onsite pool is available for a refreshing swim! (aprox. 1 hour)
Afternoon visit to the Ex Convent “San Bernardino” in Valladolid; between historical past and present Yucatecan lifestyle.(aprox. 1 hour guided tour) For your information:
● Cultural excursion Multilingual tour guide, certified by the Mexican Tourism Board
● Transport: By bus ● Transfer 2hours and 15 minutes one way

Minimum age : 8 year(s)
Min participant : 15
Max participant : 0

Price information : Prices given for information purposes only and subject to change due to the exchange rate. Adult: Approimatly 110 dollars, Children ( till age 11): 93 Dollars

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Chichen Itza Express (1/2D)

Visit the famous site of Chichen Itza, the most remarquable Pre Colombian town in the Yucatan Peninsula.Its architecture tells you the story of the pre hispanic cultures and you will discover the Kukulkan Pyramide. Since 1988, Chichen Itza is part of the World Heritage List of UNESCO and in 2007 became one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World.

Min participant : 0
Max participant : 0

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Eco Coba and Cenote (1 day)

Excursion recommended by our Discovery Center

This excursion by bike will allow you to visit the very extensive site of Coba, discover its most secret treasures hidden deep within the jungle.

Swim in a natural decor of stalactites at the Cho-Ha Cenote.

Lunch followed by a meeting with a Mayan family.

For your information: Cultural excursion.
●transport: Mini-bus. transfer: 1 hour 50 mins

Minimum age : 6 year(s)
Min participant : 8
Max participant : 24

Price information : Prices are given for information only and are subject to change. Winter 07/08: Adults( from age 12) 125 Dollars.

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Ek Balam and Ria Lagartos (1 ay)

Excursion recommended by our Discovery Center

Ek Balam
The most recent unearthed Maya site in the Yucatan Peninsula, containing some of the finest Maya artistic works and one of the most astonishing monuments in the Maya World, known as “Acropolis”, still accessible to reach to its top location!
Ria Lagartos
The Biosphere Reserve at the Gulf of Mexico in the Northern coast of the Yucatan is one of the most important breeding areas of the Pink Flamingo in North America. Throughout the entire year hundreds of individuals of this elegant bird can be observed in their natural habitat. More than 300 other bird species find ideal feeding and nesting grounds in this protected area. For your information:
● Cultural excursion ● Transport: By bus

Minimum age : 6 year(s)
Min participant : 0
Max participant : 0

Price information : Prices are given for information only and are subject to change. Winter 07/ 08: Adults ( from age 12) 140 Dollars.

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Horseback outing (1/2D)

Guided by professional riders, this enjoyable horseback ride will take you to the discovery of the surrounding area with its haciendas that are considered as being the local cultural heritage of the region. A Mexican snack rounds up this outing.

Min participant : 0
Max participant : 0

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Isla Mujeres Discovery (1 day)

Depart from Club Med. This boat outing will transport you to the blue Caribbean of Isla Mujeres.
On the program: trip on board a golf cart of the island to discover its history and its nature, free time to discover the city center streets and finally swim in the ocean.Lunch included.

For your information:

Transport: boat.

Min participant : 0
Max participant : 10

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Playa del Carmen (1/2 day)

In the heart of the “Riviera Maya”, 35 miles south of Cancun, the bohemian flare of this coastal town is fascinating every visitor. Strolling along its traffic free Mainstreet “Quinta Avenida”, seemed with small boutiques, bars, cafés and restaurants, all uniquely decorated and only seconds from the beach, sets everyone in vacation mode.

For your information:
● Cultural and shopping excursion
● Transport:bus


Min participant : 0
Max participant : 0

Price information : Prices are given for information only and are subject to change. Winter 07/08: Adults :32 Dollars Children: 20 Dollars

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Speed boat in the laguna (1/2 day)

Fun for the whole family or group of friends. On bord your own boat, sail on the lagoon of Cancun and appreciate the mangroves and the panoramic views of Cancun.

Minimum age : 6 year(s)
Min participant : 0
Max participant : 0

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Swim with the Dolphins (1/2 day)

A dream come true…The encounter with these gentle and intelligent sea mammals is a lifetime experience. Different programs and times are available. The tour includes besides the dolphin encounter the many water attractions the Wet’n Wild Park has to offer.

For your information:
●transport:taxi (at an extra cost)
● Transfer: 10 minutes
Discovery Center:cancexcu01@clubmed.com

Minimum age : 6 year(s)
Min participant : 1
Max participant : 0

Price information : Prices are given for information only and are subject to change> Winter 07/08: Adults ( from age 12) 150 Dollars

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Tulum (1/2 day)

Excursion recommended by our Discovery Center

Morning visit, on a little hill next to the turquoise ocean, of the archeological site of Tulum, only fortified site of the Mayan world.

Site protected as a world Heritage site by UNESCO.

FOr your information:
●:Cultural excursion
●Transport: bus

transfer:1h15

Minimum age : 6 year(s)
Min participant : 15
Max participant : 0

Price information : Prices are given for inforamtion only and are subject to change. Winter 07/08: Adults: 75 Dollars Children( up to age 11) 62 Dollars

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Wet'n Wild Park (1/2 day)

Minimum age : 11 year(s)
Min participant : 0
Max participant : 0

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Xcaret Park (1 day)

Xcaret is an amusement park where you can enjoy a host of activites: explore the underground river, visit the sea turtle sanctuary, the aquarium or the butterfly pavillion. In the evening you can see one of Mexico's finest folklore shows.For your information:

Cultural and fun Excursion

Transport: bus

Transfer: 45 minutes

Min participant : 12
Max participant : 0

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Xplore Adventure Park

Discover the Yucatan peninsula, above and below ground, with the 7 different trails proposed by the Xplor Adventure Park. Emotions and sensations guaranteed: ride the zip lines, drive an amphibious ATV, rafting on the underground river system, etc.

Minimum age : 6 year(s)
Min participant : 0
Max participant : 0

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