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Xunantunich & Marimba Lunch
Traveler Type: Cruise Passenger
Activity Type: Tour of Maya site
Skill Activity Level: Beginner to Expert
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Depart the mainland dock in your air-conditioned motor coach up the scenic
Western Highway enroute to the Cayo (pronounced Ky-o) District and the
impressive Maya site of Xunantunich. Before reaching the entrance of this
ancient city, you are hand-cranked across the Mopan River by a nineteenth
century ferry. “El Castillo” (the castle), is the largest temple at Xunantunich and
shows it's dominance by its towering height. From the top of “El Castillo” view
the panoramic vistas of the surrounding rain forests in the Cayo District as well
as the bordering towns between Belize and Guatemala. Then head on to the
San Ignacio Hotel for a typical Maya Cuisine luncheon while enjoying relaxing
melodies of the marimba. While there, you can enjoy your favorite cocktail
(not included in cost) in the air-conditioned comfort of the “Stork Bar”. Arts & Crafts
can be purchased.
SITES PASSED/PHOTOGRAPHIC OPPORTUNITIES
Maya temples, plazas and ceremonial sites.
19th century hand-cranked ferry for crossing river.
Tour Timetable:
Clients will need to be on the first tenders.
To From Description
0.00 0.30 Tendering and embarking buses.
0.30 2.15 Coach travels 74 miles on well paved road on the Western
Highway
2.15 2.35 Disembark coach, embark Mopan River Ferry, shuttle to
site-1 mile.
2.35 3.35 Tour Maya site. (bathrooms)
3.35 3.55 Embark shuttle service, Mopan River Ferry crossing &
embark coaches.
3.55 4.15 Land transfer to San Ignacio Hotel for lunch.
4.15 5.45 Lunch & Marimba band. (bathrooms)
5.45 7.30 Return to Belize City.
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TOUR INFORMATION: |
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Meals
Location of Meal: San Ignacio Resort Hotel
Type of meal: Plated lunch at restaurant.
Menu items: Stewed beef (sirloin), tacos, tostados, corn tortillas & vegetables.
Drink(s) included: Soda and bottled water
Number of Drinks: 1 soda and 2 bottled water
Shopping:
Shopping available: Yes
Shopping time: After lunch at hotel.
Walking Information:
Passengers with Difficulties:
Type of Walking: Moderate walking - flat grassy areas.
Walking Distance: .5 mile
Type of Climbing: Optional climbing of temples.
Climbing Distance: Approximately 150 ft.
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Restroom Information:
Xunantunich and Hotel
Recommended Attire:
Long pants, hat, comfortable shoes, sunscreen and bug spray. |
Tour Details
Duration: 7 hrs. 30 mins.
Departure: Should be the 1st tour to depart the ship.
Minimum:
Maximum: 160
Transportation:
Type of Vehicle: MCI bus
Vehicle Capacity: 45
Occupancy Percentage: 100%
Restrooms: No
AC: Yes
Heat: No
PA System: Yes
Radio: Yes
Cell Phone: No
Video: No
Wheelchair Lift: No
Guide Type:
Licensed guides.
Guide Ratio: 30 passengers/1 guide
Operator Escort:
Ship Escort: Determined by ship.
Medical Supplies:
Standard medical kits on bus.
Closed Holidays?
No
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