8 - 10 night road trip: Discover Yucatan - Cancun - Up to 70% off | Voyage Privé

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  • The freedom of the open road in the gorgeous Yucatán Peninsula filled with history and natural wonders.
  • Experiencing incredible history of the Ancient Mayan sites including Chichen Itza and exploring the cenotes in the area.
  • Soaking up the sun at the iconic Play de Carmen while enjoying the nightlife and delighting in Yucatecan cuisine and culture.

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Your itinerary in brief

Swim in azure waters at impeccable white sandy beaches, be captivated by ancient civilizations at the Maya ruins and visit historic colonial-style towns on the Yucatán peninsula. With the freedom of your own car and the open road before you, embark on an incredible adventure through Yucatán. This itinerary starts off in iconic Cancun, with stops in Valladolid and Playa de Carmen and Chichen Itza. Buckle up, your Mexican road trip awaits.

 

Choose the length of your stay:

 

8-night road trip

Day 1: Cancún

Day 2: Valladolid

Day 3: Rio Lagartos - Las Coloradas - Ek Balam

Day 4: Pueblo Magico de Izamal - Mérida

Day 5: Uxmal, bike tour and swim

Day 6: Mérida - Chichén Itzá - Playa del Carmen

Day 7 to 8: Playa del Carmen, relaxation day

Day 9: Return to Cancun airport

 

10-night road trip

Day 1: Cancún

Day 2: Valladolid*

Day 3: Rio Lagartos - Las Coloradas - Ek Balam

Day 4: Pueblo Magico de Izamal - Mérida

Day 5: Uxmal, bike tour and swim

Day 6: Mérida - Chichén Itzá - Playa del Carmen

Day 7 to 10: Playa del Carmen, relaxation day

Day 11: Return to Cancun airport

 

Please note that the order of activities may be changed without affecting the interest of the programme.

Please note that your hotels may be located inside or outside cities and towns.

 

You may park your car inside or outside the hotels (subject to availability). Additional charges may apply on-site.

Your itinerary in detail

8-night road trip

Please note that some of the activities mentioned below are chargeable and you have the option to add them at the next stage of the booking process. 

 

Day 1: Cancun

  • Arrival at the airport, where you will collect your hire car
  • Arrivals are usually in the late afternoon or early evening, so the first night of your stay will be in Cancun.

 

Includes: Overnight at the hotel. Meals are not included.

 

Day 2: Valladolid

 

  • Set off for the colonial city of Valladolid, a charming and very typically Yucatacan city.
  • Visit the Zocalo, in the shadow of its white cathedral, this small city is classified as a 'Pueblo Magico'. Take time to walk through the historic centre with its colourful streets, passing by the municipal bazaar and the convent of San Bernardino.
  • Take the opportunity to visit a beekeeping centre where the renowned Mayan bee is still kept, or the local distillery to learn about the making of Mexico's most famous spirit: tequila.

 

Included: Overnight at the hotel + breakfast

 

Day 3: Rio Lagartos - Las Coloradas

  • Depart for Rio Lagartos, a small fishing village and gateway to the Rio Lagartos National Park Reserve. This is a paradise for nature lovers. Here you will find more than 200 species of birds. You can choose to embark on a boat trip (optional at an extra cost) through the mangroves and visit the surrounding area.
  • Then head to the famous pink lagoon of Las Coloradas, named after the salinity of the water which gives it an incredible pink colour.


Optional excursion
: Why not choose to add an advantage pack and enjoy a boat trip in the Rio Lagartos and a visit to Ek Balam?

 

Included: Overnight at the hotel + breakfast

 

Day 4: Magic City of Izamal - Merida

  • At approximately 9 am, depart for the capital of Yucatan: Merida.
  • Visit the 'Pueblo Magico' of Izamal. Visit the convent famous for its Virgin and the town centre, where you will be able to appreciate the harmonious atmosphere that reigns in the village.
  • Then we head to the white city of Merida, capital of the state of Yucatan, famous for its cathedral and its Montejo Promenade, lined with the sumptuous residences of the old Henequen masters. The itinerary includes a visit to the Zocalo, the Governor's Palace and the city centre.

 

Included: Overnight at the hotel+ breakfast

 

Day 5: Uxmal

  • After breakfast, drive to Uxmal which is renowned for the Governor’s Palace. This is an important site on the 'Ruta Puuc', which is a specific route through the Yucatán that connects various ancient ruins.
  • You can choose to add an optional bicycle ride in the morning, for an additional fee, and cycle from cenote to cenote. You can then opt to have lunch in a hacienda and dine on local Yucatecan cuisine. A cenote is an underground cave or chamber containing water.
  • The afternoon will be dedicated to nature, with a mountain bike ride and a swim in a cenote, in the Yucatecan jungle.
  • Return to Merida at the end of the day.

 

Included: Overnight at the hotel+ breakfast

 

Day 6: Merida - Chichen Itza - Playa del Carmen

  • At 8 am, drive towards the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, classified a 'wonder of the world' by UNESCO.
  • Then, just a few miles from the ruins, you can visit a cenote and enjoy a refreshing dip in the cool water of the cenote before lunch.
  • After lunch, set off to the infamous 'Playa del Carmen', a coastal resort town known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and its lively Quinta Avenida. 
  • Stroll along this famous 5th Avenue and discover its shops, restaurants, and bars or spend the rest of the day on the beach.

 

Included: Overnight at the hotel + breakfast

 

Days 7 and 8: Playa del Carmen

  • Enjoy two days of relaxation in Playa del Carmen.
  • Should you choose to partake in optional activities or visit places in the area, these can be added on request and at an additional cost.
  • Take the opportunity to snorkel the reef in front of Playa del Carmen and observe the incredible sea life of the Caribbean.

 

Includes: Overnight at the hotel + breakfast

 

Day 9: Return to Cancun

  • Enjoy your last moments of relaxation and take the opportunity to do some last-minute souvenir shopping.
  • Then it will be time to pack your bags before heading to Cancun Airport, which lies approximately 45-minute's drive away.

 

Reminder: to consult the return schedule of your hire car*.

*Please note: Should you prefer, it is possible to request the return of the vehicle in advance and book a transfer back to the airport at an additional cost.

10-night road trip

Days 1-7: are identical to the 7-night road trip 

Days 7-10: Playa del Carmen

  • Enjoy an additional few nights to relax in the stunning Playa del Carmen.
  • Optional tours and activities can be added upon request and at an additional cost.
  • Take the opportunity to snorkel the reef of Playa del Carmen and observe the incredible sea life of the Caribbean.

 

Includes: Overnight at the hotel + breakfast

 

Day 11: Return to Cancun

  • Enjoy your last moments of relaxation and take the opportunity to do some last-minute souvenir shopping.
  • Then it's time to pack your bags before and head to Cancun airport, which is about approximately a 45 minutes’ drive.

 

Transfer to the airport included

Important information about your tour and visits:

The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change.

Your hotels

Hand-picked just for you

Maximum room capacity

At each of your stops, stay in Standard Rooms in carefully selected hotels.

 

Your hotels:

Cancun: Ambiance Suites 3*

Valladolid: Saastah 4*

Mérida: Hotel Marionetas 3*

Playa del Carmen: Casa de las Flores 3*

The maximum capacity per room is 3 adults or 2 adults + 1 child.

Your dining choices

This is a bed and breakfast stay. 

Included extras

eSIM with 1GB internet

Included extras

Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 1GB eSIM, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.

Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.

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Optional extras

eSIM with 2GB internet

Optional extras

Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 2GB, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.

Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.

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Nature pack

Optional extras

Enhance your holiday by adding a nature-packed adventure through Río Lagartos, where you'll explore the stunning mangroves and pink flamingos, swim in the enchanting Yokdzonot cenote, and visit the breathtaking cenotes around Mérida for an unforgettable experience. 

Cultural discovery pack

Optional extras

Add the cultural discovery pack for an immersive journey into local history, where you’ll step back nearly 100 years to explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá and Uxmal, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites known for their incredible archaeological significance and preserved landscapes.

 
 

Complete pack

Optional extras

Combine the nature and culture packs for the best of both worlds and to enjoy unforgettable adventures through the captivating history and stunning landscapes of the region.

Your journey to the Yucatán Peninsula

Flights:

You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).

Luggage information

Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.

For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.

You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.

Car hire:

This package includes car hire, granting you autonomy to explore new horizons at your own pace! Embrace spontaneity as you journey through diverse landscapes, whether it's a scenic coastal drive, an adventure through rugged mountains, or a leisurely tour of charming towns. Renting a car empowers you to tailor your road trip experience to your preferences, turning each twist and turn of the road into a thrilling adventure.

 

Important information if you are planning to book your own flights:

In order to organise the pick-up of your vehicle at the airport, please inform us of your flight times within 48 hours of your booking by filling in the dedicated form in your member account. Without this information, you will not be able to collect your vehicle.

Your destinations

Cancun

Cancun offers something for everyone, promising the best of the country's sun-soaked beaches, opulent all-inclusive resorts and dazzling turquoise waters, alongside fascinating Mayan ruins, quintessential Mexican culture and authentic cuisine.

 

By day, Cancun offers its visitors first-class service and total relaxation, as the sprawling hotels showcase endless entertainment, delicious dining opportunities, blissful wellness facilities and contemporary furnishings, all nestled on a stretch of unspoiled sand. By night, entertainment beckons as the legendary clubs open up their doors ...and the party begins.

 

For those hoping for a sense of tradition and culture during their stay on the Yucatán Peninsula, Cancun also offers up ancient treasures, where towering stone temples and astounding cities that date back centuries lay nestled in verdant surroundings. From the dramatic coastal setting of Tulum to the jungle scenery and magical lagoons of Coba and the iconic Es Castillo pyramid of Chichen Itza, Cancun's surrounding ruins provide an incredible day trip in total, sun-kissed paradise.

 

Please note, Mexico’s coastline is susceptible to large amounts of Sargassum seaweed and can be extreme quantities at times.

Weather

Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
min : 22°C max : 31°C
Nov
min : 19°C max : 29°C
Dec
min : 18°C max : 28°C

In more detail

Please find practical information about your trip:
This tour is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Pets are not permitted.
Your stay may be subject to an additional city or tourist tax payable directly to the hotel, which is not included in our nightly rate. Please check with hotel directly for further information.

Rates and times are indicative and are subject to change. Some facilities/services are subject to a surcharge, payable locally.

 

General terms and conditions of sale apply.

The price includes:

  • 7 or 10 nights in the accommodation indicated in the programme (or similar) on a breakfast basis
  • Car rental from day 1 to day 8 or 11, type Renault Kwid or similar
  • CDW insurance, unlimited mileage, 24-hour assistance, 1 driver.
  • Roundtrip airport transfers to and from Cancun Airport
  • 7/7 assistance from our Xplorer

 

The price does not include:

  • Travel insurance (optional)
  • Entrance fees and activities not in the itinerary
  • Meals not mentioned in the programme
  • Tips for services: local guides, crew, drivers, porters...
  • Vaccines and personal insurance

  • Visa fees
  • International and domestic flights
  • Drinks, telephone charges, bed linen or any personal expenses not mentioned in the "price includes" section.

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If booking as a solo traveller, room type is not guaranteed. You may be placed in a single, double or twin room, based on availability.

You may be asked to provide a credit/debit card deposit on arrival to cover any purchases made at the hotel.

Although we endeavour to provide up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee that all hotel facilities and services will be available during your stay, especially when travelling out of the main holiday periods.

Star rating standards may differ to that of the UK, depending on the country of travel.

The location shown on our map is to be used as a guide only and the actual location of the property may differ.

Your contact details may be passed on to the hotel so that they can make contact with you to discuss your booking in advance of your arrival.

Your contract

If you book a package which includes flights, your contract will be with Voyage Privé. The air holiday package(s) shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 10170.

If you book a package which does not include flights, then ATOL protection does not apply. Your contract will be with the provider of the accommodation and not Voyage Privé. Voyage Privé acts only as agent for the accommodation provider.

Please read our booking conditions before confirming your holiday. 

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