Mysterious Copan

Mysterious Copan  -  3 Days

Maya Ruins, Indigenous Culture

Day 1 Early transfer by road to Copán with stops at the village of La Entrada for a brief visit to the market. En route learn about Mayan trade routes, social and political organization, and theories on their  mysterious demise. From La Entrada enjoy the beautiful countryside as you travel on to the  picturesque village of Copán Ruinas. In the afternoon, we visit the museum of Copán, and you can enjoy the atmosphere of this picturesque village. Overnight in Copán.  

Day 2 After breakfast we visit the legendary Archaeological Park of Copán, consisting of two main sites: the ruins and the sepulchers. Enjoy the impressive 63 step stairway with over 2,500 hieroglyphs, the masterfully carved steal and the new Sculpture Museum. We return to town for a brief meal, Having seen the vestiges of the Mayas of yesterday, we continue on our tour to a Maya Chortí community of El Carrizalón. The ethnic descendants of the Maya.  Speaking with them through the guide/translator you will learn first hand the culture and way of life of this their way of life and traditions. Late in the afternoon return and overnight in Copán Ruins.

Day 3 After breakfast visit Las Sepulturas a residential and burial site of the Mayan nobles. Before return to San Pedro Sula you will have time to visit the many local handicraft stores.

End of the program or extension of your stay with another of our itineraries.

Services included: 2 nights lodging in double occupancy,  2 breakfast, Transfers, excursions according to itinerary, bilingual guide, entrance fees and local guide 12 % VAT and 4 % Tourism Tax.

Departure: Daily

Rates Per Person in US Dollars: Using private coach and private guide $286 in double occupancy.

 


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