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Aztec volcanoes legends
Ancient Aztec culture has always been somewhat of a mystery. The High Mexican plateau is a land shared by Aztec descendants and successors of the Spanish Conquistadors. With this intense mix of traditions comes the magic of the valley of volcanoes that still seems to be surrounded by its ancient Gods, now in the form of 5 massive snow covered peaks!
We’ll hike through tropical forests filled with exotic wildlife and active volcanoes, and we ride serious single track. With steep ascents and long, fast descents, this is a real roller coaster ride through some spectacular scenery. The views will take your breath away long before the trails do.
Our adventure begins with two on the high plateau of the Mexican volcanoes, Popocatepetl, a volcano which is still active and Ixtaccihuatl; their peaks exceed 5000mt, and continue to a federal desert park filled with giant cacti and relics of the Cretaceous Period. Then we approach the highest volcano in Mexico, the Pico de Orizaba, 5700mt, touching twice the 4000m level and from there down hill t we descend into tropical forests across the Sierra Madre Oriental and finish in rich tropical vegetation of high bush coffee plantations, mango, papaya, banana .. topped off with a technical day trip in a astonishing canyon; washing dust away with a beautiful jungle rafting experience.,. Continue on to the jungles of Catemaco, monkeys, birds, waterfalls and bicycling along the sea shore. From Sierra Madre mountains to the jungle, deep into the heart of the mysterious México.
AZTEC VOLCANOES -16g.- AZTEC VOLCAVOES-16g. AZTEC VOLCANOES-16g. AZTEC VOLCANOES -16g.
The route
-16 Days
d 1- Fly to Mexico city. Transfer Cholula.Hotel
d 2- Route of the convents.-2300m-50km.Hotel
d 3- Volcano Popocatepetl pass-3900m-65 km.Camp.
d 4- Volcano Ixtlacihuatl-2100m-60km.Hotel.
d 5- S.Juan Raya desert- 2300m-65 km.Camp.
d 6- Cactus desert-1700m 45 km.Camp
d 7- Volcano Sierra Negra -4000m-60km.Hut.
d 8- Volcano Pico de Orizaba -4200m 50km.Hotel.
d 9- Volcano Cofre de Perote -3250m 65km.Camp
d 10- Xico-Jalcomulco-1400m 110km .Lodge
d 11- Canyon Xopilapa-400m-65km.Lodge.
d 12- River rafting.Transfer.Camp
d 13- Jungle and Gulf of Mexico.300m-100km.Camp
d 14- Waterfall and jungle pools.300m-55km.Camp.
d 15- Back to Puebla.Transfer to Mexico city airport.
d 16- Arrival to destination.
Departure dates 2011/12
From October 28th to November 12th, 2011
From January 2nd to January 17th, 2012
From February 17th to March 3rd, 2012
From March 30th to April 14th, 2012
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Level : Intermediate considering that we will reach higher altitudes.-This trip is suitable for intermediate riders with a good level of fitness. There are some challenging up hills, although we can shuttle several of these if necessary.
Included-Services / activities included in the cost.
- 7 nights camping - tents for 2 people.
- 4 nights hotels ***/****.
- 3 nights in a Lodge ( 1 in a hut).
- all meals included expect 3 dinners.
- Spanish-English trip guide.
- All transportation (round trip from Mexico city) , 4x4 pick-up with luggage transport.
- Permits and entrance fees to archaeological sites and parks.
Not included : insurance, 3 dinners, drinks with meals, personal expenses ,airport taxes. Vaccinations and special VISA are not required.
Bicycle for rent : 100.00 Euros (Trek 3900,GT,SCOTT)
Material to bring:
-Bike in perfect condition, helmet, gloves, sunglasses and sunscreen.¡
-Foam pad and a good sleeping bag.
-Personal medication.
-Front lamp with spare batteries
-Rainproof
Transportation:van-4x4 pick-up
Group size: 6-15
Season: late October to August
MTB day trips : 4-6 hours.
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AZTEC VOLCANOES -10g.- AZTEC VOLCAVOES-10g. AZTEC VOLCANOES-10g. AZTEC VOLCANOES -10g
The trip - Short but intensive.Our adventure begins in a cactus desert reserve and then into high volcanoe Pico de Orizaba, Mexico's highest mountain, 3rd. Highest in North America, we ride in a ancient cloud forest, then across the Mexican sierra and triumphantly to tropical area. From high in the Sierra Madre, to the tropical jungle - this challenge is an unforgettable self-propelled journey into the heart of Mexico.
The route
-10 Days
d 1-Fligh to Mexico city.Transfer Cholula.Hotel.
d 2-Convent route.2300m-50km-Hotel.
d 3-Volcano Popocapetel-3900m-65 km-Hotel
d 4-S.J. Raya desert- 2300m-60 km-Camp.
d 5-Deserto di cactus-1700m 45 km-Perote Hotel.
d 6-Volcano Cofre de Perote-
3250m 65km.Lodge
d 7-River rafting and Temazcal.
Lodge
d 8-Canyon Xopilapa-400m-65km.Lodge
d 9-Back to Mexico city airport.
Included-Services / activities included in the cost.
- 1 nights camping - tents for 2 people
- 4 nights hotels ***/****
- 3 nights in a Lodge
- all meals included
- Spanish-English trip guide
- All transportation (round trip from Mexico city) , 4x4 pick-up with luggage transport
- Permits and entrance fees to archaeological sites and parks.
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Material to bring:
-Bike in perfect condition, helmet, gloves, sunglasses and sunscreen.¡
-Foam pad and a good sleeping bag.
-Personal medication.
-Front lamp with spare batteries
-Rainproof
Transportation:van-4x4 pick-up
Group size: 6-15
Season: late October to August
MTB day trips : 4-6 hours.
Not included : insurance, drinks with meals, personal expenses ,airport taxes. Vaccinations and special VISA are not required.
Bicycle for rent : 70.00 Euros (Trek 3900,GT,SCOTT)
Departure dates 2011/12
From 11th to 20th November 2011
From 9th to 18th February 2012
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