Earth Ancients & Body Mind Spirit Journeys Present

The Sacred Pyramid Tour of Mexico

Featuring Mexico City, Teotihuacan, Puebla, Oaxaca, Mitla and more

Hosted by Cliff Dunning

August 10-17, 2019

Join Cliff for a sacred journey to the heart of spiritual Mexico. This is an opportunity to visit ancient places that were aligned with the Cosmos, the rhythms and cycles of Mother Earth.

Body Mind Spirit Journeys, along with Cliff Dunning, invite you to experience a tour that goes beyond the basics of travel and provides an opportunity to discover the people, culture and spirituality of a country with over 3,000 years of history.

On this enchanting adventure, you’ll connect with nature spirits, the Cosmos and the energies of the ancient wondrous region. In doing so, you’ll be aligning your heart to the signature of the planet so that you may be joyfully lifted as the Earth lifts in her awakening.

Come ready to cleanse, renew and align yourself in the sacred traditions of the ancients, while opening the path to greater enlightenment and balance.

This sacred journey is for you.

YOUR HOST: CLIFF DUNNING

Cliff Dunning is the host and producer of the popular podcast, Earth Ancients: Startling New Discoveries from Our Planets Distant Past. A writer, his articles appear in publications around the world.

TOUR INCLUDES

Transfer from Mexico City Airport to hotel
Transfer from hotel to Oaxaca Airport
Private transportation for all scheduled activities
3 nights in Mexico City at the Hotel Metropol (or similar)
2 nights in Puebla at the Hotel Colonial (or similar)
2 nights in Oaxaca at the Hotel Casona (or similar)
Hotel service charges and taxes
Breakfast every day
6 Lunches (no drinks included)
2 dinners (no drinks included)
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Sightseeing entrance fees

SPECIAL FEATURES

Led by Host Cliff Dunning
Escorted throughout by a spiritually knowledgeable Mexican guide
Mexico City tour
Visit the ancient Aztec city of Tenochtitlan
Travel to Teotihuacan to see the ancient Aztec pyramids
Visit the archaeological sites at Cacaxtla
Visit Cholula and its famous Pyramid
Tour Puebla, one of Mexico’s prettiest cities
Visit to the see the pre-hispanic art at the Amparo Museum
Visit the impressive Cathedral in Oaxaca
Stop at the archaeological site of Mitla

FEATURED HOTELS

In Mexico City: The First Class Metropol
In Puebla: The First Class Hotel Colonial
In Oaxaca: The First Class Hotel Casona Oaxaca

ITINERARY

Day 1, Saturday, August 10 Arrival in Mexico City (D)

Tour starts in Mexico City. Upon arrival and after going through Immigration and Customs, look for your driver who will transfer you to our hotel. Check into our hotel and some time to relax before our “Welcome to Mexico” dinner. Here we will do an opening meditation to set intention for the trip. We will meet personal guide, Memo that will be with us for the duration of the journey. Overnight and welcome dinner in Mexico City

Day 2: Sunday, August 11: In Mexico City (B/L)

This morning, open our mind to live new experiences. We begin our journey visiting Mexico City, the only city in the world where you can see the union of three eras: pre-hispanic period, colonial period and modern time. The city was built on the very site that was once the center of Aztec Culture and where we will visit “El Templo Mayor.” It’s located on the ancient site that was the Aztec city of Tenochtitlán. We continue with a visit to Zocalo (or Plaza de la Constitución), the main square. Continue to the National Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Palace of Fine Arts. Time for a lunch break before stopping at the National Museum of Anthropology where we will learn about the ancient cultures of Mexico. Return to our hotel where we have the evening free to explore some of the many local restaurants.

templo-mayor-mexico-city

Day 3: Monday, August 12: In Mexico City – Teotihuacan tour (B/L)

After breakfast, we recharge our energies and our spirit as we travel to the Teotihuacan, a UNESCO city known as the “The City of the Gods”, and is the most important and largest city of pre-Aztec Mexico. During the Aztec time, it was even one of the largest cities in the world, as well as the region’s major economic and religious centre. Here we will tour the archaeological sites including the Avenue of the Dead that is capped by the Pyramid of the Moon, the second largest structure in the city that rises to 140 feet. Next to the Pyramid of the Sun, one of the largest structures of its type in the Western Hemisphere. It dominates the central city from the east side of the Avenue of the Dead, and stands over 200 feet high. Continue to the Ciudadela (“Citadel”), a large square courtyard where stands the Temple of Quetzalcóatl (the Feathered Serpent) in the form of a truncated pyramid an where we see projecting from its ornately decorated walls numerous stone heads of the deity. In the early 1980s archaeologists discovered the ceremonially interred remains of 18 men, probably soldiers who had been ritually sacrificed. Further work has revealed more than 130 skeletons of both sexes in mass graves along the edges of the temple, as well as beneath it. After this exciting and unique day of touring we return to Mexico City, where we have a free evening to explore the city on our own.

Day 4: Sunday, October 10: In Mexico City (B/L/D)

We depart our hotel for the Coyoacan neighborhood. We start with a walk around the district that is home to many of the Mexican artist community and features charming houses and a beautiful Coyote Fountain. We then proceed to the Frida Kahlo Museum for a visit to The Frida Kahlo Museum also known as the Blue House for the structure’s cobalt-blue walls. It’s a historic house museum and art museum dedicated to the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. After lunch at a local restaurant, we continue to the San Angel neighborhood and the Casa Estudio Diego & Frida, including a visit to the Mummies of Guanajuato Museum, the Alley of the Kiss and the Pipila Monument. Return to Mexico City for an early dinner followed by a special presentation by Marco Vigato to prepare us for our next day’s visit to Teotihuacan that Marco will lead.

Day 5: Monday, October 11: In Mexico City – Teotihuacan tour (B/L/D)

After breakfast, we recharge our energies and our spirit as we travel to the Teotihuacan, a UNESCO city known as the “The City of the Gods”, and is the most important and largest city of pre-Aztec Mexico. During the Aztec time, it was even one of the largest cities in the world, as well as the region’s major economic and religious centre. Here we will tour the archaeological sites including the Avenue of the Dead that is capped by the Pyramid of the Moon, the second largest structure in the city that rises to 140 feet. Next to the Pyramid of the Sun, one of the largest structures of its type in the Western Hemisphere. It dominates the central city from the east side of the Avenue of the Dead, and stands over 200 feet high. Continue to the Ciudadela (“Citadel”), a large square courtyard where stands the Temple of Quetzalcóatl (the Feathered Serpent) in the form of a truncated pyramid an where we see projecting from its ornately decorated walls numerous stone heads of the deity. In the early 1980s archaeologists discovered the ceremonially interred remains of 18 men, probably soldiers who had been ritually sacrificed. Further work has revealed more than 130 skeletons of both sexes in mass graves along the edges of the temple, as well as beneath it. After this exciting and unique day of touring we have lunch and return to Mexico City, for dinner and our overnight.

Day 6: Tuesday, October 12: To Puebla (B/L)

We depart Mexico City and head for Xochicalco for a visit to the great site of Xoxhicalco Morelos (In the Place of the Flower House). It’s a fortified ancient city known for its impressive ruins and is located on the top of a large hill and parts of surrounding hills near Cuernavaca. Xochicalco was built after the fall of Teotihuacán primarily during the 8th and 9th centuries ad. Its ruins reveal multicultural influence, including Aztec, Zapotec, and Olmec elements. After lunch at a local restaurant, we depart for Puebla, one of Mexico’s prettiest colonial cities where we have the afternoon and evening free for independent activities. Marvel at the splendor of its elegant colonial buildings, its streets and its flavors that honor its nickname “De los Ángeles.” It’s a city with beautiful facades covered with talavera, and is as an authentic and unique place to be found in Mexico.

Day 7: Friday, August 16: In Oaxaca: Oaxaca Mitla and Monte Alban (B/L/D)

Today, we visit the archaeological site of Mitla. Here we will explore the archaeological ruins of this well-preserved Mesoamerican site, starting with the Palace known for the elaborate designs of the mosaics, made with finely cut and polished stone pieces. Stunning fretwork cover panels, tombs and entire walls. We will learn how the Zapotecs used the city as a religious center that was fairly isolated until Spanish conquest in the early 1500s. We have lunch and then in the afternoon, continue to Monte Alban, located on a mountain top and one of the most important cities of Mesoamerica. We will walk around the site including the Grand Plaza, a large open area on the flattened plateau as we learn about Zapotec history and culture, and gaze at ceremonial platforms, including a series of rock carvings called The Dancers (Los Danzantes). Monte Alban has 170 tombs, whose excavations revealed a range of paintings and stone carvings including pyramids, temples and altars. Our tour ends with viewing a I-shaped ball court constructed in 100 BC. We return to Oaxaca to rest and enjoy our Farewell to Mexico dinner. Overnight in Oaxaca

Day 8: Saturday, August 17: Depart Mexico (B)

This morning you will be transferred to the Oaxaca city airport (OAX) to board your flight back home. You will return renovated and full of new vibes, beautiful memories and new knowledge of ancient cultures. Hasta pronto Mexico.

PRICING

Bonus! SAVE! You will receive a 5% discount if ALL payments are made by check or money order. This discounted price is noted below in red.

Tour – Land Only Costs Per Person, double occupancy:
$1,799 payments via check or money order
$1,899 payments via credit card

Tour – Land Only Costs Per Person, single room occupancy:
$2,149 payments via check or money order
$2,259 payments via credit card

Pre-Paid Gratuities:
$75 payments via check or money order
$80 payments via credit card

NOTE: The Single Room Supplement applies for those who would like to secure a private room throughout the tour.

ROOMMATES: We will be happy to try to find a suitable roommate for those who are traveling alone and would like to share a room. Per our Terms and Conditions, registration for the tour will be held open until four weeks before the departure date in order to try to match everyone with a roommate. If, by that date, we have not been able to match you with a suitable roommate, you will be responsible to pay for the single supplement. An early registration will facilitate this process.

Deposit Schedule:
Deposit Payment – due as soon as possible in order to ensure a place on the tour
Per Person Double or Single accommodations: $500 by check or money order, $525 by credit card

Final Payment (final installment due on or before May 20, 2019)

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Please read the Terms and Conditions of this tour.

Air Reservations

BMSJ is pleased to announce that it has opened an expanded Air Reservation Desk headed by Bob Ryder. Bob can be reached at 888-551-8184 or BRyder@Prodigy.net. Bob will be happy to answer your questions and assist you in making your airline reservations to join your BMSJ Spiritual Journey

Travel Insurance

As travel professionals, Body Mind Spirit Journeys highly recommends travel insurance. Sometimes unexpected circumstances can arise. A sudden emergency just before or during your trip could spoil your vacation and deplete your resources.

We have recently seen some of our valued travelers lose not only their non-refundable deposits, but also their entire tour payments because they hoped they would not need trip cancellation insurance.

You should protect your trip investment and yourself in regards to health, property and trip payments. That is why we provide you with an easy way to contact BMSJ’s preferred insurance provider, Allianz Global Assistance. If you need additional information or have questions, please call Allianz directly at 1-800-284-8300, and refer to code F025323.

BMSJ will be sending you additional details and a brochure with your confirmation on trip cancellation/interruption insurance.

Photo credits:

Teotihuacan – Pyramid of the Moon by Jarek Tuszyński licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license.
Teotihuacan -Temple of Quetzalcoatl by David Broad licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license.
Mural Hombre Jaguar Cacaxtla by Gustavo Velarde se encuentra bajo la licencia Creative Commons Genérica de Atribución/Compartir-Igual 3.0.
Great Pyramid of Cholula, Puebla, Mexico by Diego Delso, delso.photo, License CC-BY-SA
Chicken with mole coloradito by AlejandroLinaresGarcia licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license.
Mitla by Gengiskanhg under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license.