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Explore Chiapas to the Maximum wiht this Self-Guided Travel Itinerary

Visit Yaxchilan and Bonampak.

  • 8 days
  • Start: Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México
  • End: Villahermosa, México
Eddie

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Eddie

This Chiapas travel itinerary is incredible! You will get to know the attractions that I like the most in all of Chiapas. Mainly, you will see a lot of nature, but you will also be able to enjoy archaeological sites and magical towns.

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Day 7: Visit Yaxchilan and Bonampak.


Visit Yaxchilan and Bonampak from Palenque.
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This is it! I repeat... This is it! One of the most incredible adventure and nature days you can experience in all of Mexico. The tour to Yaxchilan and Bonampak is truly wonderful.

Before getting into the details, let me tell you that you will be visiting one of the least visited and most incredible Archaeological Zones in all of Mexico. Yaxchilan is immersed in the jungle and to reach the ruins you need to get on a boat because there are no roads leading there.

In addition, today we will be visiting Bonampak, another valuable archaeological site because it houses Mayan paintings that still retain their original colors.

The visit lasts all day and it's important to start early as the journey takes over 3 hours. There are two ways to do the tour:

  • ​Hiring a tour - If you're going to do the visit with a tour, you can hire one at your hotel in Palenque. Try to choose a reputable company. Many people in Palenque offer tourist services but are not certified. I recommend making the tour reservation at the hotel even if it's more expensive. In case you have a problem, you will have support.
  • On your own with a rented car - I have already done this visit on my own and it's incredible. I have some special tips to make your visit safe, which I will share if you make a reservation for one of my travel itineraries to Chiapas with this activity.

I remember this experience as one of the best of my life. I'm sure you will enjoy it tremendously.


Hotel Nututun Palenque

Hotel Ciudad Real Palenque

Hotel Maya Tulipanes Palenque

Axkan Arte Palenque

Maya Palenque

Itinerary

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Day 1: Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México
Dia 1: Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México
Arrival at Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport - Zoo and Chiapa de Corzo
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Day 2: Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México
Dia 2: Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México
Visit to the Downpour
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Day 3: Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México
Dia 3: Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México
Sumidero Canyon and Transfer to San Cristobal
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Day 4: San Cristóbal de las Casas, México
Dia 4: San Cristóbal de las Casas, México
Day off in San Cristóbal de las Casas and San Juan Chamula.
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Day 5: San Cristóbal de las Casas, México
Dia 5: San Cristóbal de las Casas, México
Visit to the Chiflón Waterfall and Montebello Lakes
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Day 6: San Cristóbal de las Casas, México - Palenque, México
Dia 6: San Cristóbal de las Casas, México - Palenque, México
From San Cristobal to Palenque: Agua Azul and Misol-ha
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Day 7: Palenque, México
Dia 7: Palenque, México
Visit Yaxchilan and Bonampak.
Day 8: Palenque, México - Villahermosa, México
Dia 8: Palenque, México - Villahermosa, México
Ruins of Palenque and Return to Home via Villahermosa.
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Visited Places and Cities

Tuxtla Gutiérrez, México San Cristóbal de las Casas, México Palenque, México Villahermosa, México

Expected hotels

    Tuxtla Gutierrez
  • Palmareca Suites & Hotel****
  • Holiday Inn Tuxtla Gutierrez****
  • FIesta Inn Tuxtla Gutiérrez****
  • Hilton Garden Inn Tuxtla Gutierrez****
  • Marriott Tuxtla Gutierrez Hotel****
  • Chiapa De Corzo
  • La Ceiba Hotel Spa****
  • San Cristobal De Las Casas
  • Hotel Plaza Magnolias****
  • Mexicanos 10 Casavieja****
  • Posada Del Abuelito****
  • Guayaba Inn****
  • Casa Santa Lucía****
  • Casa Lum****
  • Sereno Art Hotel****
  • Plaza Gallery Hotel & Boutique****
  • Palenque
  • Hotel Nututun Palenque****
  • Hotel Ciudad Real Palenque****
  • Hotel Maya Tulipanes Palenque****
  • Maya Palenque****
  • El Panch?n
  • Axkan Arte Palenque****

Suggested Activities and Notes

The following suggested activities and notes are not included in the reservation of this itinerary. The Travel Designer included them so that you can optionally do them on your own during your trip.

    Day 1
  • Arrival in Tuxtla Gutiérrez and Visit to the Zoo
  • Visit to El Chorreadero
  • Note on choosing accommodation in Tuxtla Gutiérrez or Chiapa de Corzo.
  • Day 2
  • Visit to the Downpour
  • Free Afternoon in Tuxtla Gutierrez and Las Pichanchas Restaurant
  • Day 3
  • Sumidero Canyon: natural wonder of the world.
  • Transfer to San Cristobal de las Casas from Sumidero Canyon
  • Day 4
  • Free day in San Cristobal with the option to go to San Juan Chamula and Zinacatan.
  • Day 5
  • Chiflón Waterfall and Montebello Lakes
  • Day 7
  • Visit Yaxchilan and Bonampak from Palenque.
  • Day 8
  • Visit to the Archaeological Site of Palenque

Detail

Do you want to discover Chiapas in depth? This tour is one of the most comprehensive that you can do in Chiapas. Each day, we will make the most of our time so you can see as much as possible.

During the first few days, we will dedicate our time to exploring Tuxtla Gutierrez and El Aguacero, one of the lesser-known natural attractions near Tuxtla Gutierrez. Of course, we will also visit the Sumidero Canyon.

Afterwards, we will go to San Cristobal, using it as a base to visit indigenous communities, as well as the El Chiflon waterfall and the Montebello Lakes.

After seeing these wonderful places, we will head north to visit Agua Azul, Palenque, and Misol-ha. This area of Chiapas is also incredible.

Lastly, we will stay in the city of Palenque for a few days in order to visit Yaxchilan and Bonampak. These are some of the most incredible ruins in all of Mexico, as they are submerged in the jungle.

All activities on the itinerary are suggestions and are not included in the cost if you choose to make a reservation. The only thing included are the hotels that I recommend. I carefully selected these hotels. They are hotels that I know, are of quality, comfortable, and have very good reviews. If you make a reservation for this itinerary, I will provide you with additional tips to enhance your trip.

Map

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