This is more than just an opportunity to enjoy one of Mexico’s greatest fiestas. Carnaval Veracruz is loaded with great riding as well as the MotoDiscovery emphasis on cultural and historical highlights. Come ride with us and experience Mardi Gras, Mexico style. Due to the demands of this special event we request early reservations.
Highlights
- This is the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the world behind Rio de Janeiro and New Orleans. While it is tame compared to the shenanigans of Bourbon Street, the real passion is in the dance and the music. A fantastic people-watching event that is certain to draw you into the fever of Carnaval.
- Even among Mexicans, Veracruz is regarded distinctive with its own unique attitude, cuisine and music (“La Bamba” is an old Veracruzano folk song). You will find this Gulf of Mexico port city to be worthy of exploration.
- Teotihuacán predated the dominance of the Aztecs in Mexico and in recent years links to the Mayan cultures to the South have been discovered. This archeological site is one of the finest in all of Mesoamerica, an ancient sprawling city of pyramids, temples and boulevards.
- The Sierra Gorda inhabited by the Huasteca Indians is one of Mexico’s best riding roads. Traveling along the old Pan American Highway, you will enjoy the views and appreciate the opportunity to "sport it out" as you take on miles of great curves.
- Mexico is best understood if you look into its past. The ancient ruins of the city of el Tajin will fascinate you. With world-renowned performances of the Voladores, the Flying Indians, you will easily imagine how life must have been prior to the arrival of the Europeans in 1519.
- In the shadows of the volcano Popocatepytle, MotoDiscovery happened on the village of Huejotzingo quite by accident some years ago. Each season, there is a re-creation of the Romeo and Juliet-like legend involving parades of men and women adorned in 18th century attire, wearing masks and firing muskets into the air. It is chaotic and hilarious, and you are certain to be the only gringos, there so be prepared to be welcomed and to get native!
- The routing of the Carnaval Veracruz motorcycle tour allows MotoDiscovery to take advantage of some exceptional accommodations. We pride in our selection of lodging, just one reason why riders come year after year with us.
Includes
- 11 nights of accommodations (double occupancy)
- Breakfasts and dinners on travel days
- Guided tour of the Fortress of Ulua in Veracruz
- Transfers and tickets for selected seating at the Saturday night Carnaval parade
- Entrance fees to archeological site of El Tajin and Teotihuacán. Guided tours by licensed English-speaking guides.
- Bilingual staff
- Support/luggage vehicle with staff assistant
- Maps, road log and tour preparation literature
- MotoDiscovery apparel gift
Mileage (approximate)
Longest day 320
Shortest day 164
Total miles 1,880
Itinerary - 12 Days
McAllen, Texas
Ciudad Victoria
Poza Rica
Jalapa
Veracruz
Veracruz
Cholula
Teotihuacan
Zimapan
Cd. Valles
Hacienda Santa Engracia
Exit McAllen, Texas
Dates
Feb 9 - 20, 2010
Prices
On your motorcycle
$2,949 US per person (double occupancy)
Single occupancy supplement $549
If you desire a single room or for any reason we are unable to obtain a room mate for you, the single occupancy supplement will apply.
Motorcycle Rentals Available
Suzuki Vstrom 650 $1,380
BMW R1150 GS $1,620
BMW R1200 GS $1,884
Cancellation & Refund Policy
