Affordable Chiapas

DAY 01. AIRPORT – SUMIDERO CANYON – CHIAPA DE CORZO – SAN CRISTÓBAL DE LAS CASAS

(Please schedule flight arriving before 1:00 pm).

Reception at the scheduled time at Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport. Transfer to the Chiapa de Corzo pier to begin a shared boat tour along the Grijalva River and admire the grandeur of the Sumidero Canyon, with its rock walls rising up to 1,000 meters high. Along the way, you will pass several points of interest such as “La Cueva de Colores” (Cave of Colors) and “El Árbol de Navidad” (Christmas Tree), as well as observe various species of local flora and fauna, mainly a wide variety of birds and crocodiles.

After the tour, visit the historic center of the colonial city and Magical Town of Chiapa de Corzo, where you will admire its beautiful colonial fountain, representing the Spanish royal crown of the 16th century, as well as the majestic Santo Domingo de Guzmán Temple and former convent.

Transfer to the beautiful colonial city and Magical Town of San Cristóbal de Las Casas for accommodation at the selected hotel category.

DAY 02. INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES

Departure: 09:30 am. Shared tour to visit two towns in the Chiapas Highlands, predominantly inhabited by the Tzotzil ethnic group, located about 10 km from San Cristóbal de Las Casas.

First, visit San Juan Chamula, whose main attraction is its church, renowned for its religious syncretism, blending traditional customs with Catholic practices.

Continue a few kilometers further to visit Zinacantán, where agriculture (mainly flower cultivation) and handicrafts prevail, particularly the production of hand-embroidered textiles that are true works of art created by local women. These textiles have received multiple international recognitions for their quality. You will also visit the home of an artisan family, who will offer you a light snack of local food and a tasting of the traditional alcoholic beverage “Posh” (a fermented and distilled corn aguardiente).

Return to San Cristóbal de Las Casas around 1:30 pm.

DAY 03. AGUA AZUL – MISOL-HA – PALENQUE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE

Departure: 04:00 am. (Breakfast en route).

Visit the stunning and emblematic Agua Azul Waterfalls, a place of incredible natural beauty where you can walk along the trails to admire the different cascades. Swimming is permitted only in designated safe areas. Suggested stay: approximately 2 hours.

Next, enjoy a 30–40 minute visit to the Misol-ha Waterfall, approximately 60 meters high, where you can walk around the area and admire the impressive cascade up close.

Continue to the Archaeological Site of Palenque, one of the main ceremonial and scientific centers of the Mayan civilization. You may explore the site with a local certified guide (not included) or on your own, to admire its most important structures. Approximate visit: 2 hours.

Return to San Cristóbal de Las Casas or transfer to your hotel for accommodation.

DAY 04. LA VENTA MUSEUM PARK – VILLAHERMOSA AIRPORT

At the scheduled time, departure from the hotel in Palenque towards the city of Villahermosa, Tabasco. First, visit the La Venta Museum Park, home to the colossal Olmec heads and vestiges of Mesoamerica’s oldest culture: the Olmecs. The visit takes approximately 1 hour. Afterwards, transfer to Villahermosa airport to board your return flight.

(Please schedule flight after 5:00 pm).

SAFE TRAVELS, SEE YOU SOON!

Included:

• Shared transfers airport–hotel–airport
• Shared tours with driver–guide
• 2 nights’ accommodation in San Cristóbal de Las Casas with American breakfast included
• 1 night’s accommodation in Palenque with American breakfast included
• Admission fees to parks and archaeological sites
• Boat tour through Sumidero Canyon
• Taxes

Not Included:

• Guide service at archaeological sites
• Tips
• Meals and beverages not specified
• Extreme activities at tourist sites

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Notes:

• Prices in USD per person.
• Regular services.
• Rates subject to change without prior notice.
• Not valid for Formula 1 dates, long weekends, or high season.
• Service itinerary will be confirmed upon passengers’ arrival, as it depends on operational logistics. Tours are scheduled according to the number of participants for the requested dates.
• Regular transfer service hours in Mexico City: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
• Minimum 2 passengers required.