AAPG International Conference & Exhibition
October 24-27, 2004 • Cancun Convention Center • Cancun, Mexico

All Fees are quoted in U.S. dollars

Chichen Itza

Date	Wednesday, October 27
Time	8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Fee	Adult $61.00; Child $31.00 includes turnpike tolls, admission and parking fees, and buffet lunch with international and regional dishes
Notes: Additional beverages are not included. The Mayan pyramid of Kukulcan at Chichen Itza Photo courtesy of IVI

Chichen Itza, located 200 kilometers/125 miles west of Cancun, is easily the most famous site in the Yucatan Peninsula. The massive site takes at least a day to explore. Chichen Itza was founded in 445 A.D. and inhabited until 1204 A.D., when it was mysteriously abandoned. The city is divided into two areas: Old Chichen Itza, built between A.D. 600 and 900, and New Chichen, constructed in the 10th century. The buildings are characterized by a fusion of architectural styles reflecting the influence of different cultures. Of these, the Puuc and Chenes styles are regarded as the most ancient.

The imposing pyramid is the site of a remarkable event: Every equinox (21-22 March and September) the play of light and shadow on the north staircase of the pyramid gives the illusion of a descending serpent -- Kukulcan. Thousands of visitors flock to the area to witness the phenomenon every year. Other important structures include the Sacred Sacrificial Well (Cenote Sagrado); the Ball Court (Juego de Pelota), the largest of its kind in the Americas; the Temple of the Warriors (Templo de los Guerreros); and the Observatory (El Caracol). A museum and shops are also on site.

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Important Notes

The following information and tips apply to all Guest Tours and Activities

• Please read "Disclaimer" information.
• Tours and activities are operated by IVI Cancun's DMC.
• Tours and activities include accident insurance (Mexico recourse only) and taxes.
• Tours include transportation and will depart from and return to the lobby of the main entrance of the Fiesta Americana Coral Beach hotel.
• Certified bilingual guides are provided per air-conditioned vehicle and guided tours.
• Tickets will be sold on-site on a space-available basis only and will be payable in U.S. dollars, traveler's checks, and major credit cards (American Express, MasterCard, and Visa) to IVI at the tour desk.
• All prices are in U.S. dollars per person.
• Undersubscribed tours may be cancelled.
• Unless otherwise noted, a minimum guarantee of 35 participants is required to operate the tour on exclusive basis; otherwise, tours may be operated in shared basis with selected local vendors.
• Wear comfortable clothing and shoes or sneakers and bring bathing suit and towel for water activities.
• Only biodegradable lotions are allowed (read label to be sure).
• Some aquatic activities are subject to US$ 2 preservation fee to be paid on site.
• Gratuities at participant's own discretion.
• Remember your camera and plenty of film.
• Preregistration deadline for booking tours is September 23. Contact IVI directly to book tours after this date.

If you would like more information about the Guest Tours for this meeitng or other types of tours, spa packages, or overnight excursions, you may contact:

IVI Cancun's DMC
Judith Martinez
Phone: 52 998 887 1578 ext. 16
Fax: 52 998 884 4026
jmartinez@ivicancun.com

The tour desk will be staffed the same hours as registration.