TUE 30 Arrival 3 nights
Afternoon:
Registration 3 nights BEST WESTERN HOTEL MAJESTIC, overlooking the historic Zocalo. Porterage included.
Interact’s Guide will greet participants in the hotel lobby at 4pm. ZOCALO FREE OPTION: guided walking
tour to view Diego Rivera murals, Cathedral and Aztec Templo Mayor.
Evening:
GROUP WELCOME BUFFET DINNER at nearby Leonesa Restaurant.
WED 31 Xochimilco & Teotihuacan
GROUP BUFFET BREAKFAST [MAJESTIC].
PRIVATE VAN & GUIDE:
Morning:
Witness over 20 traditional ofrendas along the Ruta de Los Muertos on your way to Xochimilco,
the ancient floating gardens of the Aztecs. Then, board a colorful trajinera and travel around the canals.
Next, explore the Museo Dolores Olmedo (extensive private collection of Diego & Frida).
Afternoon:
Tour Teotihuacan pyramids. GROUP BUFFET LUNCH at Mexico Lindo followed by your humanitarian  :
local orphanage. Please bring basic school supplies & children’s clothing. Additionally, Interact provides a donation.
On your return to the hotel, stop at the Basilica of Guadalupe.
Evening:
optional ticket to Bellas Artes Ballet Folklorico $65.
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THU 01 Puebla & Cholula
GROUP BUFFET BREAKFAST [MAJESTIC].
PRIVATE BUS & GUIDE:
Morning:
Scenic drive to Puebla, the City of Angels: see the stunning gold-leaf Chapel of the Rosary and ofrenda displays in the Parian market.
Then, explore the Casa de Cultura with its impressive altar and ofrenda competition.
Afternoon:
On your way to Cholula, drive through neighboring indigenous Tonanzintla for a glimpse of the marigold trails that lead into private homes.
Cholula was the New World Mecca, the largest pilgrimage center in highland Mesoamerica. Today, Cholula is the oldest continuously occupied ceremonial center in the western hemisphere. Explore the market and witness final preparations for “La Noche de Los Muertos”. Don’t be surprised if you’re invited into a private home!
FRI 02 Departure
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October 30 - November 02, 2012
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NIGHTS
Mexico City
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3
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MEALS
AS SPECIFIED
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$95 TOTAL TUITION LAND INCLUDES 3 nights, porterage for one bag, shared double or, upon teacher request, a triple room in the
Best Western Majestic Hotel, private tours as specified, native guide who stays in the group hotel, admission fees, group meals
as specified, and customary tips to guide and driver
NOT INCLUDED: international flight, roundtrip airport transfers
GUARANTEED PRIVATE SINGLE ROOM supplement: $300 (include with initial deposit).
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