Mayan mexico Chichen Itza, Tulum & Cancun Beach AUGUST 2019

WSJ 2019 Additional Tours

Mayan Sites & Cancun Beach Enjoy the Mayan marvels and white sand beaches of the mighty Yucatán Peninsula Exploring the ancient ruins of the lost Mayan civilization contrasted with relaxing on the stunning beach of Cancun are the exciting propositions offered on this tour Start your journey witnessing one of the New7Wonders of the world and swimming in the underground pools of the ‘Ik Kil’ sinkhole. On the second leg of the trip relax on the white sandy beach of Cancun and explore this Mexican paradise.

Monday 5th August – Saturday 10th August 2019 Price per person: From £774 Contact: Darren Davies scouts@travelplaces.co.uk 01903 832861

Itinerary

Day 1 Monday 5th August Arrive in Cancun.

Once you’ve arrived in Cancun after a three and a half hour flight from Washington DC you will have a 30 minute transfer to your hotel, the Beachscape Suites for your 5 night stay.

Make own arrangements for dinner.

Day 2 Tuesday 6th August Breakfast at the hotel.

This morning depart for the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza, a journey which will take approx. two and a half hours. On arrival, time to explore this amazing site.

Make your own arrangements for lunch before visiting the stunning sinkhole ‘Ik Kil’.

Transfer back to hotel taking approx. two and three quarter hours and then make your own arrangements for dinner.

Day 3 Wednesday 7th August Breakfast at the hotel.

After a two hour transfer, explore the stunning Mayan port town and ruins of Tulum followed by a 45 minute transfer to the ancient city of Coba.

Make your own arrangements for lunch before the two and a half hour transfer back to your hotel.

Take the rest of the day to relax at your hotel and make arrangements for dinner.

Itinerary

Day 4 Thursday 8th August Breakfast at the hotel.

Free morning to enjoy the beach and hotel facilities.

At mid-day visit to Xcaret ecological park to enjoy a range of activities in an Ancient Mayan setting. Make your own arrangements for lunch in the park.

Make your own arrangements for dinner.

Day 5 Friday 9th August Breakfast at the hotel.

A full free day to continue enjoying the beautiful beach and hotel facilities as you unwind and relax at the end of your trip.

Make your own arrangements throughout the day for lunch and dinner.

Day 6 Saturday 10th August Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to the airport for return flight home.

Flight time back to the UK takes approx. 9.5 hours.

Itinerary

Notes Double Occupancy as per hotel room.

Accommodation specified in the itinerary will be subject to availability.

Flights are not confirmed at present – flights will be in range approximately 11 months before departure.

Day 7 Sunday 11th August Arrive back in the UK.

WSJ 2019 ADDITIONAL TOURS

What’s included: Travel :

• Air conditioned bus with English speaking guide.

• Transfer from Cancun airport to hotel • Transfer to and from included

excursions • Transfer from Cancun Hotel to airport Accommodation:

• 5 nights at a Cancun hotel Meals:

• Breakfast daily Fees for following excursions:

• Chichen Itza visit • ‘Ik Kil’ sinkhole • Visit to Tulum and Coba • Trip to Xcaret ecological park

• Tips to bellboys and maids • Taxes

What’s excluded… • Lunch and dinner on all days • Meals and beverages (aside

from what’s included in the itinerary)

• Tips for meals and beverages • Transport taken in free time • Any additional visits,

excursions or entrance fees taken in free time

• Personal expenses • Insurance

We are delighted that you are interested in our Mayan sites & Cancun Tour. Please see below what is included and excluded in the price of the tour.

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TRAVEL PLACES SCOUTS TEAM

Travel Places Scouts Team was established in 2009, and has extensive experience of working with The Scout Association (TSA) and Scout groups on a national, county and district level. We have successfully arranged travel and tour arrangements for the UK Contingent to travel to – • 13th World Scout Moot in Kenya 2010 • Roverway in Finland 2012 • 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan 2015 • 15th World Scout Moot in Iceland 2017

We are also currently working with TSA organising their requirements for Roverway in Holland 2018 and the 24th World Scout Jamboree in USA 2019. On a local level we have assisted a number of Scout groups with their travel plans to travel all over the world – to Mongolia to attend the 31st Asia Pacific Regional Jamboree, to USA to see the Great Solar Eclipse, to Tanzania to take part in a community project plus many more.

DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

USA – The Great American Eclipse Dear Darren, Thank you very much indeed for the hard work that you put into making our trip to the USA to see the Eclipse a resounding success! Your flexibility and understanding of our needs helped create a truly memorable experience. I know you were a little concerned about the blank days at Camp Buffalo Bills, however it turned out to work well as the leadership team at the camp were able to adjust the programme to meet our needs. In particular having the 15 seater mini bus worked really well as the individual patrols could explore different parts of Yellowstone. It wouldn’t have worked well with all 37 on a big bus as the days were longs and there was so much to see. We ended up doing nearly 3,000 miles in the mini bus! The Eclipse itself was truly stunning. We hiked up to a viewpoint immediately behind the motel and enjoyed the view from there as there was clear skies. Once again thank you to you and the entire team. I would not have any reservations about using Travel Places for any Scout trip in the future. I am already thinking about the Eclipse in Mexico in 2024!! Gordon Baird – Tour Leader Salisbury and South Wiltshire District Scouts

If you have any questions or queries, simply contact your Travel Places Scout Tour Specialist Darren Davies scouts@travelplaces.co.uk (01903) 832861 www.travelplaces.co.uk

1. Contact the Travel Places Scouts Team to register your interest.

2. Return signed booking form and pay deposit

3. Confirmation invoice will be sent to you

4. We keep you updated with information along the way

5. Pay final balance 8 weeks before departure

6. Final travel documents will be sent approximately 2 weeks before departure

7. Go on your tour!!

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