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Day 1: Arrival in Cancun

Welcome to Cancun. On arrival our representative will welcome you with a special meet and greet service, and give you a private transfer in Super Luxury SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) to your Hotel. Check in and freshen up in the comfort of your room and later on get ready for a wonderful evening at Rauxa Show and Dinner . Dinner was never so exciting as you experience a show where I bite by bite delights the palate and the soul, exploiting and elevating your senses with the surrounding atmosphere Rauxa that the theater offers. Live dinner-show cabaret & burlesque style for more captivating adults in the Riviera Maya by Catalonia Hotels & Resorts, where you will discover your inner Rauxa. Welcome to my home, my world, in my mind, I’m Rauxa. Wrap yourself in my madness on a journey drenched in desire, rapture and sensuality. My hosts welcome you with a cocktail and will accompany the theater.
‘ll hex you with my madness, closed doors and will start the show dining experience. You will enjoy my party because it is just beginning. Now Rauxa lives in you! Dare to discover your madness, your outburst, your sensuality, your daring … Discover Rauxa.
Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel.
Start/opening time: At 7:30pm.
End/closing time: At 11pm.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Operation Days: Tuesday through Sunday.
Dress code: Casual-formal attire.

Day 2: Exclusive Tour: Chichen Itza Wonder - with Transport

You cannot miss visiting one of the seven wonders of the modern world. Come to know the monumental architecture that has reached our days, “Chichen Itza”. Chichén Itzá was a ceremonial center that passed through diverse constructive times and influences of the different towns that occupied it and that impelled it from its foundation. The god who presides over the site, according to Mayan mythology, is Kukulcan, Mayan representation of Quetzalcoatl, god taken from the pantheon of Toltec culture. On this tour, you will not only discover this incredible site, you will also receive a full array of personal services, continental breakfast and a visit to the colonial city of Valladolid. To prepare for the journey you are about to embark on, begin your day with a nice and warm continental breakfast including coffee, juice and bread. On the luxury bus that takes you to the mythical site, you will receive all kinds of pampering including blankets and drinks on board. The first stop of your trip is Valladolid, an exuberant and lively colonial city. Here is where the delicious Yucatecan gastronomy was born and one of the few sites where Mayan culture is alive even to this day. After that, enter the marvellous archaeological site of Chichen Itza to contemplate how stunningly well preserved these constructions remain, unperturbed by the pass of time. This tour will also take you to Chichen Itza’s haunting and Cenote, a huge round natural pool that used to be considered sacred by the ancient Mayan peoples. It is widely agreed upon that they used to cast live people into it as sacrifices to the gods. Wrap up your day with a scrumptious buffet meal at the restaurant Hubiku.
Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up from selected hotels.
Duration: Approximately 11 hours and 20 minutes.
Start/opening time: At 8am.
End/closing time: At 19:20pm.
Opening days/period: Tuesday, Friday and Sunday.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Min. Age: 4 years.
Others: It’s not allowed to climb the pyramids.
The use of a professional camcorder and tripod is not allowed.
We recommend to wear comfortable shoes, comfortable clothes, hat, and bring blocker, swimsuit and towels (to be able to swim in the cenote Hubiku), and money for personal expenses.
Included: two non-alcoholic drinks (sodas and water).
Not included: lockers.
Children’s rate applies in children from 4 to 12 years old.
Others: In order to use a professional or non-professional video camera within the archaeological area, a fee must be paid at the entrance to the government, which must be paid in local currency.

Day 3: Contoy Island and Mujeres Island

If you’re a nature lover then a visit to Isla Contoy is one excursion you shouldn’t miss while you’re in Cancun. The length of the transfer by minibus to Punta Sam will depend on the location of your hotel. At 9.30am, we shall enjoy a continental breakfast (comprising of toast, fruit juice and coffee) at the marvelous Marina Marazul de Cancún. After that we will set off on a relaxing 45 minute voyage to Isla Contoy. During the crossing you will be entranced by the crystal clear waters and unsurpassable views. You will have the opportunity to go snorkelling at the marvellous Ixlache coral reef, considered to be the second largest of its kind in the world, where you can contemplate the beauty of its flora and fauna. In mid-morning we will sail to the southernmost point of the Island where you can admire the lighthouse, the fishermen’s village, and the nests of frigate birds, pelicans and cormorants and if you’re lucky, you may even get to see eagle rays, manta rays, turtles and starfish. On arrival to the Island we will visit the museum of flora and fauna, where you can enjoy spectacular views over the lagoon and spot some of the 250 species of bird that nest on the island. You will also have another chance to go snorkelling. After all this activity you’re bound to have worked up a healthy appetite so it’s time to enjoy a buffet meal, consisting of roasted fish tikinchik style, chicken, guacamole, salad, rice and fresh fruit (drinks included). Then there’ll be plenty of time for you to rest and enjoy the sun, sea and sand. Afterwards it’s time to leave for another Caribbean Island, Isla Mujeres where you will have plenty of time to explore and maybe even do some shopping. This unforgettable day will come to a close at 16:30 when you will be taken back to your hotel.
Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up at the hotel.
Start/opening time: At 9am.
End/closing time: At 4:30pm.
Languages: Spanish, English, German, French, Italian and Dutch.
Min. Age: Snorkeling activity prohibited to children under 12 years.
Medical restrictions: Not suitable for pregnant women and people with heart or back problems.
Others: For safety reasons, in case of bad weather conditions the staff could change the place and in some cases cancel the activity.

Day 4: Extreme Tulum

Get your heart racing on the Tulum Xtreme tour, where you’ll zipline through the jungle, rappel down into a jungle sinkhole, and snorkel through an underground cavern. Coupled with a visit to one of Mexico’s most beautiful archaeological sites and some delicious Mexican cuisine to round off your day, the Tulum Xtreme tour is an unforgettable experience for any lover of the outdoors. Head deep into the jungle for a heart-racing experience ziplining 70 feet above the canopy. From your bird’s-eye view you’ll be able to spot many interesting plants and animals from a unique vantage point. Next, test your nerve as you rappel 60 feet down into a wondrous cenote. These jungle sinkholes were sacred to the ancient Mayan who recognised their tremendous beauty and used them to make rich offerings to the gods. Strap on your snorkel and explore this underground wonderland, where hidden tunnels and unusual underwater rock formations await. Finally, wind down at the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum, overlooking the turquoise Caribbean. This unbelievable site was one of the last cities inhabited and built by the Mayans, even surviving for 70 years after the Spanish occupation. As one of the best preserved coastal Maya sites, Tulum could be straight from an Indiana Jones film. With delicious real Mexican cuisine awaiting you at the end of your day, the Tulum Xtreme tour is an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Mexican jungle.

Meeting/pick-up point: Hotel pick-up.
Duration: Approx. 6 hours
Start/opening time: At 9am.
End/closing time: At 3pm.
Opening days/period: Monday to Sunday.
Languages: English, Spanish, French and German.
Not included: Pictures and souvenirs.
Medical restrictions: Basic swimming skills are required. This tour is not suitable for people with severe physical or motor handicap, serious heart problems, people who are not able to handle moderate physical activity and pregnant women.
Min. Age: 5 years old.
Max. Weight: 136kgs.
Voucher validity: 1 day

Others: Children under the age of 6 may only participate under the responsibility and direct supervision of a responsible parent or family member. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to participate in this tour.
To use professional or non-professional video cameras inside the archaeological site, a fee must be paid at the entrance which will proceed straight to the government.
We recommend to bring comfortable clothes and footwear, water shoes, sunglasses, a hat, a bathing suit, a towel, an extra t-shirt, biodegradable sunscreen and mosquito repellent.

Day 5: Mandala Beach Pool Party

During the day we are an amazing beach club, but at night we host the best pool parties in town! Bikini Contests, foam parties, DJs and fresh drinks to cool the heat down, is just a bit of what you can find at Mandala Beach. With sunlight we enjoy the Caribbean life, but we like to live on the edge at night. Every Tuesday night, Mandala Beach Club is home to the most exclusive and fun pool party in town. Enjoy the beach, great music, tropical cocktails and bikinis. Do you dare to live it?

Meeting/pick-up point: Mandala beach.
Duration: 6 hours.
Start/opening time: At 10pm.
End/closing time: At 4am.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Operation days: Tuesday.
Min. Age: 18 years.
Others: Cannot enter whit weapons.
Included: access bracelet, open bar from 10pm to 3:30am, reserved area.
If you are currently using medication, you must show the prescription in order to allow the consumption of it.

Day 6: Cancun-Departure

Transfer to Cancun airport to board your flight back to India.