Join us for another unique adventure, traveling by rail along the Maya route through the states of Yucatán, Campeche, Chiapas, & Tabasco. Enjoy walking, riding trains, and exploring the wonders of the ancient world on this impressive 8-day trip. We have scheduled the trip during the time of the year for ideal temperate weather.

Seat yourself on the one-of-a-kind Expreso Maya train that makes the journey as enriching as the destinations on this trip. Themed cars are painted and designed by the renowned Yucatecan artist, Carlos Millet. Be pampered by lavish 4-course meals in the Mérida dining car, inspired by the old haciendas of the region. Treat yourself to your favorite drink as you listen to a lecture in the Palenque club/bar car, which evokes the ruins of the Mayan city and the jungle of Chiapas.

Relax in comfort on this new deluxe rail excursion as you re-live the golden years of the Yucatán Peninsula. The Expreso Maya brings back to life the glorious days at the beginning of the 20th century when the Peninsula had its own "gold fever" with the industry of the henequen fiber, and hundreds of kilometers of rails were built among the lush vegetation of the Mayan jungle to link the wealthy sisal haciendas with their plantations to the prosperous cities of Mérida and Campeche.

Discover the mysterious Mayan treasures at the UNESCO World Heritage archeological sites of Chichén-Itza Uxmal & Palenque. These symbols of the Mayan magnificence rise with majesty over the plains and tropical forest mountains. Be amazed at the genius and creativity of the imposing pre-Hispanic architectural masterpieces. Unlock the secrets of these master builders, who were referred to as "The Greeks of America."

Be enchanted by the history, color & regional flavor of the beautiful colonial capital cities of Mérida  and Campeche. Mérida, a lovely city of elegance and aristocracy, of wide avenues and white palaces, is known as the "Ciudad Blanca" (the white city). Take a tour through the Palacio Canton Regional Archeology Museum that houses Mayan artifacts.

Witness a light and sound show that reminds you of the golden years of the Mayas living in "Ah-Kim-Pech" (serpent tick), and the battles between the pirates and the Spaniards. Stroll the quiet streets of this fortified city facing the ocean. Guarded by strong bastions from ancient pirates, Campeche was one of the main ports of New Spain, channeling a large number of Yucatecan products.

Soak up Mexico's Garden of Eden, the state of Tabasco, where everything is green and everywhere is water. Marvel at the enormous Olmec heads weighing an average of 20 tons each on La Venta tour in Villahermosa.

Float among the American pink flamingos in their sanctuary at Celestun, and to the restored Henequen Haciendas, on a 2-day optional extension.

This all-inclusive 8-day land package includes all hotels, all meals, all tours, all transfers, all tips. The tour begins in Villahermosa, Tabasco, and ends in Mérida, Yucatán. The package does not include airfare or trip insurance.