Mexico-Cuba

• Arrival in Mexico City

  We will arrive in Mexico City via Paris on an Air France flight. We'll check into our hotel in the Roma neighborhood. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

• Mexico City

  Ciudad de Mexico or as it is popularly known CDMX is the capital of Mexico and as we explore its various aspects today we will have an ideal introduction to the Mexican culture. We will start our day with a visit to the historic centre of CDMX with the Palacio Bellas Artes, which is in Zocalo, the main square of the city. Before we stop for lunch we would have visited some of the most important parts of the historic center including the Templo Mayor Museum, where the Aztecs of ancient Mexico had their capital. Evening is free to walk around.

• Mexico City – Teotihuacan – Frida Kahlo’s House

  We will dig deeper into the Aztec era as we take a day trip to the impressive Teotihuacan Pyramids out of Mexico City. Our guide will help us understand the Aztec civilization better with the pyramids in view. Return back to the city late in the afternoon and visit the Blue House, where Frida Kahlo, the famous Mexican painter lived. We will end our day in a local restaurant with food and drinks.

• Mexico - San Cristobal de las Chiapas

  We will take the domestic flight to the city of Tuxla. On arrival, we'll head to the Sumidero Canyon, which is the deepest in Mexico. Taking a boat trip in the river is an unforgettable experience. Later, we will make photo stops on top of the Canyon to enjoy the scenery. We will then drive to San Cristobal, a unique mountain town in the state of Chiapas.

• San Cristobal – Chamula – Local

  In the morning we will visit the village of Chamula for its unique church which has a wonderful mix of Mayan and Catholic culture. The whole church has over thousand candles lit and kept on the floor. There is no place to sit other than on the dry pine grass on the floor. Even the town of Chamula is deep routed in Mayan traditions, where they believe that taking a picture of a local is like stealing his soul, so no pictures are allowed neither in the church or in the entire town. In the evening, enjoy walking in the old town, San Cristobal, which is perhaps the most colourful town in Mexico.

• San Cristobal - Aqua Azul - Misol’ha - Palenque

  After an early breakfast, it is time to bid farewell to this mountain town. We'll drive for three hours and enjoy the magnificent scenery along the way. We'll pause briefly at the turquoise waters, or Aqua Azul, before continuing on to the Misol'ha ('ha' in Mayan means water, and 'misol' means stream). Take advantage of the opportunity to wander behind the waterfall. Lunch would be simple and quick after which we will head to Palenque deep in the forest for an overnight stay.

• Palenque - Campeche

  The Mayan ruins of Palenque are not only famous for their architecture but also for their wild setting in the forest. Early in the morning as the fog rises and you are woken up by the call of the howler monkey and birds the ruins of Palenque would enchant you with their appeal. After visiting the ruins, we'll begin our journey to a town that appears as if it belongs in the 17th century. Campeche, is notable for its well-preserved baroque colonial architecture, and a walled historic quarter. We will reach Palenque in the evening and then take a walk in its charming old town including the seafront which opens up to the Carribean Sea.

• Campeche – Valladolid

  After an easy morning, we will drive to the capital of the Yucatan Peninsula, Merida. The city also has an interesting town centre with a vibrant market. In the evening we will visit the museum of the Mayan civilization. Dinner and overnight in Merida.

• Valladolid - Chichinitza Pyramids - Merida

  We will explore the town of Valladolid. Yet another charming town with a colonial vibe. Later visit the mighty Chichinitza pyramids. Our guide will explain the various facets of the Mayan culture in the times when they ruled the land and built structures like these. In the evening enjoy a walk in its Latin quarter. Overnight in Merida.

• Merida – Cenotes – Izamal (Yellow Town) - Merida

  We will further explore the beautiful landscape of Yucatan with our first stop being the 3 Cenotes at Cuzama. The ancient Mayan people used the fresh water from these cave ponds of Yucatan as there is no river here. Each Cenote has clear water and if you wish to swim it would be a wonderful experience. Later, we will drive to the yellow city of Izamal, where most of the houses are as the name suggests, painted yellow. Lunch would be in a very local restaurant. We will then proceed to drive back to Merida.

• Merida – Havana (Fly)

  The morning proceed to board the flight to Havana, Cuba. On arrival proceed to the town centre for check in.

• Havana – Vinales – Havana

  As we leave Havana behind and drive towards Vinales we will be seeing some of Cuba’s best countryside. Vinales is the home of the Cuban Cigar and amongst its tobacco plantations with lush green fields are the Mogotes. Stop at the Los Jazmines look-out point to admire Vinales and the Pinar del Rio province in all its splendour. Visit Vinales Township where you can see the farmers working with their oxen and their traditional methods of cultivation. After lunch in the plantation, learn about the local tobacco-growing process we visit a tobacco plantation and see a fully operating secadero (drying house) in which tobacco leaves are cured from February to May. Return back to Havana in the evening.

• Havana City tour

  In the morning after a leisurely breakfast we will enjoy Old Havana Walking Tour, and you’ll walk past the El Capitolio, the Museo de la Revolución, and the Gran Teatro Habana. See the most stunning squares – the Plaza de Armas, Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza San Francisco de Asis and Plaza Vieja. Visit a Mercado Agropecuario, a local market with fresh fruits and vegetables. Now you can take a break from walking, take a ride in one of those classic cars that parade through the streets of the city On a Convertible Classic Car Tour, you’ll be whisked out of Old Havana and will clearly be able to see the contrast with the newer parts of central Havana, Havana Vedado and the faded grandeur of Miramar. Visit unassuming part of the city that has been utterly transformed by the artist Jose Fuster. Fuster has made his entire home, and much of the surrounding neighbourhood, into an artwork using tiles in mosaic forms. This public art installation is lovingly known as Fusterlandia. Later visit the fort and attend a special Cannon Shooting Ceremony over-looking the Malecon.

• Havana

  In the morning visit the Partagas Cigar Factory the mystique behind cigar making will be revealed, allowing you to gain a sense of the significance of these beauties. Visit the Gran Teatro de la Habana which is home to Cuba’s National Ballet company and hosts many touring companies and festivals. Explore one of the most emblematic buildings in Havana - the El Capitolio Nacional. Visit the Havana Rum Museum, have the chance to learn about the rum making process and even do some tastings.

• Havana – Cancun

  After an easy morning we will head to the airport to fly back to Cancun. After this short flight we will check into our hotel on the sea. Evening would be spent on the beach.

• Mexico City – Mumbai

  Depart Cancun and fly back to Mumbai via Amsterdam.

::HOLDERS OF U.S.A. CANADA, U.K., AND SCHENGEN VISAS::

- Holders of any type of valid and multiple entry U.S.A., Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, Schengen visas (any nationality) or permanent residence of U.S.A., Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, Schengen, Pacific Alliance
(Colombia, Peru, Chile) DO NOT require a Mexican visa to travel on business, tourism, or transit purpose for or less than 180 days as long as they present any of the mentioned documents at the point of entry.
- This does not apply to temporary residence card holders of the U.S.A., Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, Schengen, and Pacific Alliance (Colombia, Peru, Chile). Holders of this type of residence must apply for a Mexican
visa on any of its categories.
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  1. PASSPORT
- Original Current Passport valid and Latest old passport (If Available)
- Passport Copies along with all used pages.
- Passport Validity: 06 or more months valid after the scheduled return

2. PHOTOGRAPH
- 3 photos for each country, 4.5 CM X 3.5 CM, Recent (newly clicked) photographs for both visas (not older than three months), white background, Mat finish, 80% of the face of the area should be covered, ears visible, without specs.

3. ORIGINAL BANK STATEMENT
- From the last 6 months to till current date bank statement or the passbook all filed pages are Xerox copies with the first page of the passbook.
- Original Bank stamp & signature are compulsory on each page.
- The Closing Balance should be a minimum of INR 5,00,000/- Per Person.
- On A4 size Paper.

4. FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS
- Personal - 3 Years ITR Paper/Form 16. – (23-24, 22-23, 21-22)

5. PROOF OF INVESTMENTS
- Fixed Deposits, Funds, Property Investments, Or Other Investments, Etc. (If Any)

6. EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS
a) If you are employed:
- Pay slips for the last three months,
- Employment Contract,
- Employers’ Statement on approval for holidays (NOC - Leave Sanction letter from applicant’s company).

b) If you are a company owner or self-employed:
- Certificate of registration of the company,
- GST Registration,
- Indian income tax return (ITR) acknowledgment for the last Three assessment years OR Form 16,
- Applicant’s company bank statements for the last 3 months stamped by the bank.

c) If you are retired:
- Pension statements for the last three months,
- Proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business and Applicant’s bank statements for the last 3 months stamped by the bank.

d) If you are unemployed
- Applicant’s bank statements for the last 3 months stamped by the bank.

7. AADHAR CARD & PAN CARD

8. VACCINATION CERTIFICATE

9. NOTARIZED:
We also require the affidavit for a tourist visa and attest from the notary.

EXTRA DOCUMENTS:
1. If the applicant is Divorced needs a Divorce paper copy.
2. If the applicant Widow/Widower, then the spouse’s death certificate copy.
3. If a person traveling alone sponsor documents are required – If the sponsor is a son/daughter: Financial Documents, working salary slips, Sponsorship Letter & sponsor passport copy.
4. A Marriage Certificate is required if the Spouse & name is not added to the passport.
5. Additional documents for applications of minor applicants:
- The application form and both declarations - have to be signed by both parents
- Birth certificate
- A passport copy (biometric and address page) of the applicant’s mother having custody/guardianship of the applicant.
- A Passport copy (biometric and address page) of the applicant’s father having custody/guardianship of the applicant.
- If one or both parents are not submitting the visa application with the child: a copy of the visa of that parent
- If only one parent applies: Proof of single custody of that parent either by submittal of the court ruling or submittal of the death certificate of the deceased parent Or
- (if both parents have shared custody) submittal of written and signed authorization letter of the parent non-present with passport copy (biometric and address page) – both certified by a public notary
- If the minor travels alone (without parents), written consent, certified by a public notary, of both parents or guardians having custody or guardianship of the minor;

NOTE:
2 sets of documents for both visa.
All documents should be A4 size paper.
Documents should NOT be stapled. Use U-pins instead.
Documents should be clear & visible. Unclear photocopies prints are not acceptable by the Consulate/Embassy
Back-to-back prints are NOT acceptable to the consulate/Embassy
A document photocopy or photo from a mobile device will not be accepted.

VISA PROCESSING TIME: 
Minimum 7 Working Days (Saturday, Sunday & National Holidays – EMBASSY/CONSULATE/VFS CLOSED)

MEXICO VISA INTERVIEW:
The personal presence of the applicant(s) is mandatory for the biometric process and interview.
ADVICE for parents with MINOR APPLICANTS - As per the visa process, all applicants including children need to give biometrics (picture and fingerprints).
Please talk to your child before you visit the Consular Section and prepare her/him for the same to process their application promptly.
On that date, we will take a photograph and fingerprints, and an interview will be conducted to confirm the purpose of the trip.

VISA NOTE:
Our management team will do its best to ensure you acquire your visa in time. Still, we hold no responsibility if your visa application gets rejected or is kept on hold till departure, resulting in the cancellation of your tour due to any unforeseen circumstances.
In this case:
- The tour cost will be non-refundable and cancellation charges will be applicable
- Additional costs for re-application of visa and consulate visits outside Mumbai will be charged
- Additional costs will be charged for changes in the tour itinerary due to visa issues
- The Embassy reserves the right to request additional information/documents