Mexico Tour: In the Path of the Ancient Olmec

      Far Horizons

      Mexico Tour: In the Path of the Ancient Olmec
      Far Horizons

      2 reviews

      Mar 20 - 29, 2023
      Group size: 4 - 14

      About this trip

      The Olmec civilization dates back to the 2nd century BC when favorable environmental conditions allowed the society to thrive. This high productivity encouraged population growth from which an elite class developed and, accordingly, so did demand for objects of creative expression. During this trip we visit the birthplaces of this art, where the colossal heads and finely carved sculptures emblematic of the Olmec style were found.


      This unusual expedition will take us into truly remote areas of Mexico to explore some of the more elusive Olmec sites. See La Venta, San Lorenzo, and Tres Zapotes, where the first of the Olmec colossal heads were found in 1862. Climb the mighty cleft volcanic mountain to see the beautifully inscribed boulders at Chalcatzingo, way off the beaten tourist trail. Visit museums housing major collections of Olmec art including the vast open-air museum of Parque-Museo La Venta, the Carlos Pellicer Museum in Villahermosa, the Xalapa Anthropology Museum, not only filled with exquisite works of art, but also presenting one of the loveliest edifices in Mexico, and view the Olmec objects on display at the National Museum of Anthropology, housed in a unrivaled award-winning structure in Mexico City.


      Won’t you join Far Horizons and only 13 others on this very special 10-day journey to the world of the ancient Olmec?

      Cancelations and Refunds

      Cancellations received in writing at least 120 days before departure will receive a refund less a $500 per person administrative fee. Cancellations received less than 120 days before the departure date will not receive a refund. If for any reason you are unable to complete the trip, Far Horizons will not reimburse any fees. Upon registering for the tour, the purchase of travel protection with both trip cancellation and emergency evacuation is strongly advised. Links to recommended insurance policies will be included in the email you receive confirming receipt of your deposit.

      What’s included

      • Airfare
        Round trip international airfare from a Texas gateway city into Villahermosa and out of Mexico City
      • All hotels
      • Meals
        As noted
      • Entry fees
        Tickets to sites and museums
      • Ground Transportation
      • Gratuities
        Gratuities to Guides and Drivers included

      What’s not included

      • $150 Donation Check
        Far Horizons requires each guest to donate $150 to a designated archaeology project
      • Airport Transfer
        This may be arranged by Far Horizons as an extra service
      • Airport or departure tax
      • Passport or Visa fees
      • Vaccines or tests
      • Alcoholic Beverages
      • Laundry
      • Phone Charges
      • Personal tips
      • Excess baggage charges

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $7,795
      Deposit: $1,000

      Available options

      Your Organizer


      FH
      Far Horizons Archaeological and Cultural Trips, Inc.
      2 reviews
      Far Horizons specializes in upscale, educational tours throughout the world, each led by a renowned scholar who reveals the secrets and solves the mysteries of the sites we explore. Our small groups experience a wide range of journeys to countries where the boundaries of archaeological, cultural and historical knowledge are being ever expanding!

      Reviews

      The trip was all we had hoped it would be. Defiinately a liftime adventure. Not a vacation....... but a journey of adventure and exploration. We learned so very very much. Our trip leader, Stanley, made the trip as he was a walking fount of information not only about the Mayan people and their culture, but about history in general. The trip was rigourous without being beyond our capabilities as active 78 and 74 year olds. There really is nothing that either of us want to comment upon as all was well organized and well planned. We had an amazing adventure and we highly recommend it! We are thinking about how to plan another! Janice and Jack
      By Janice M for Capital Cities of the Ancient Maya: Honduras, Guatemala & Mexico on Feb 24, 2023
      We had a great time! The Mayan sites we visited were richer and better kept that what we expected. Stanley, our tour guide, is very kind and helpful. He provided a lot of information concerning the history and political relevance of each of the sites. The hotels we stayed in were nice and most of them situated in beautiful natural environments. And the other group members were interested in Mayan culture and very likable persons. So, we learn more about the Mayas and enjoy much the time we spent in Belize. Bartolomé and Nieves Freire, Madrid, Spain
      By Bartolome F for The Archaeology of Belize on Jan 30, 2023