We Love —
- Bathing in the crystal clear waters of cenotes after an afternoon by the famous pink lagoon of Las Coloradas.
- Seeing for yourself the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza, considered one of the "New Wonders of the World" since 2007.
- A lazy beach day at Tulum lounging on powdery sands with views of the aqua blue sea.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your itinerary in brief —
Set off on an unforgettable Mexican adventure to discover the fascinating treasures of the Yucatan, from Cancun's white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters to Mérida's colourful streets and the ruins of Chichen Itza and Uxmal.
Choose the length of your stay:
7-night tour:
Day 1: Cancun
Day 2: Cancun - Coba - Valladolid
Day 3: Rio Lagartos - Las Coloradas
Day 4: Valladolid - Ek Balam - Chichen Itza
Day 5: Chichen Itza - Izamal - Merida
Day 6: Uxmal and the cenotes
Day 7: Merida - Tulum - Playa del Carmen
Day 8: Return to Cancun airport
10-night tour
Day 1-7: Days 1-7 of this itinerary are identical to those in the 10-night offer
Day 8 - 10: Playa del Carmen
Day 11: Return to Cancun airport
Your itinerary in detail —
Day 1 - 3
Found on the Yucatán Peninsula bordering the Caribbean Sea, Cancún is one of Mexico's most popular destinations thanks to its beaches, numerous resorts and nightlife.
After arrival in Cancún, you will be given all the information necessary to get out safely and join the Xplorer, which will take you to your hotel. Your rental car will be available to collect the next day.
- Night in Ambiance Suites 3* (or similar)
Day 2: Cancun - Coba - Valladolid
Wake up to a delicious breakfast and head into the middle of the Yucatecan jungle to Coba. Enjoy exceptional views once you climb to the top of the highest pyramid in the region, then continue on to the charming, typically Yucatecan town of Valladolid. Pay a visit to the Zocalo and its cathedral, and get lost wandering the city centre, passing by the municipal bazaar and the San Bernardino convent.
- Night in Hotel Saastah 4*
- Breakfast included
Day 3: Rio Lagartos - Las Coloradas
After breakfast, you are going to Río Lagartos, a small fishing village at the gateway to the Rio Lagartos National Park Reserve. A true paradise for nature lovers with the possibility of a scenic boat trip through the lush mangroves.
Next on your list is the famous pink lagoon of Las Coloradas, which owes its name to the salinity of the water, and provides the perfect photo opportunity. In the afternoon, take the road back to Valladolid to its serene cenotes, or underground chambers filled with crystal clear water.
- Breakfast included
Day 4: Valladolid - Ek Balam - Chichen Itza
Spend your morning at the mysterious Ek Balam, or "black jaguar" in Mayan. An ancient religious centre of great regional importance, it boasts great city and jungle views from numerous vantage points. Hire bikes or go on foot to Xcanche cenote with an abseiling wall, hammocks and a zip line on offer.
Enjoy lunch amidst the lush at the cenote ecotourism centre, and as evening sets in make your way to Chichen Itza, where a sound and light show await you.
- Night in Hotel Puerta Chichen 3*
- Breakfast included
Day 5: Valladolid - Chichen Itza - Cenotes - Izmal - Merida
Set off to discover the marvellous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza, considered one of the "New Wonders of the World" since 2007. Make your way to the Yokdznonot cenote for a refreshing dip in its clear waters then head for Izamal to see its Franciscan convent of San Antonio de Padua.
End your day in Mérida, the cultural capital of Yucatán, famous for its cathedral and the Montejo paseo -inspired by European boulevards and lined with lavish mansions
- Night in Hotel La Casona 3*
- Breakfast included
Day 6: Merida - Uxmal - Merida
Dig into a delicious breakfast then you are off to Uxmal, a major site on the "Ruta Puuc", with its nuns' quadrangle and the governor's palace.
In the afternoon, take a dip in one of the region's cenotes. If you are feeling adventurous, explore the surrounding villages and haciendas on a bike ride through the scrubland. Return to Mérida at the end of the day, and enjoy the lively Zocalo in the heart of the Yucatecan capital.
- Night in Hotel La Casona 3*
- Breakfast included
Day 7: Merida - Tulum - Playa del Carmen
On today's agenda is the archaeological site of Tulum, one of the jewels of the Riviera Maya with the only known Mayan port. Soak up breathtaking panoramas of the Paraíso and Maya beaches before heading off to one of your choice to spend a lazy day amidst the sun, sea, sand and jungle.
As the sun sets, enjoy the festive atmosphere around the hotel and quench your thirst with a fruity cocktail from a beach club.
- Night in Casa de Las Flores 3*
- Breakfast included
Day 8 - 10: Possible Playa del Carmen add-on trip
A Mexican seaside resort located on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, Playa del Carmen is popular for its palm-fringed beaches and coral reefs. Unwind with a laid-back beach day or snorkel in the aqua-blue sea.
- Night in Casa de las Flores 3*
- Breakfast included
Please note: no activities are included
Day 8 or 11: Departure
Relax after your busy trip and take the opportunity to do some souvenir shopping.
Pack your bags and head for Cancun airport, a 45-minute drive away.
Please note: Make sure to leave time to return your rental car.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
At each of your stops, you will be staying in comfortable rooms in thoughtfully chosen hotels.
Your hotels during the tour:
Cancun: Ambiance Suites 3*
Valladolid: Hotel Saastah 4*
Chichen Itza: Puerta Chichen 3*
Mérida: Hotel Boutique La Casona 3*
Playa del Carmen: Casa de las Flores 3*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
The maximum capacity of the rooms is 2 adults or 1 adult + 1 child. Single rooms are available at an extra cost.
Your dining choices
Your optional excursions —
Nature Pack (minimum 2 people)
Enhance your experience and choose to add an excursion package to your trip. Discover the ethereal beauty of the iconic cenotes near Santa Barbara, a cooking class to impress your loved ones at home, and a visit to Rio Lagartos to observe the nature reserve's fascinating birdlife.
Your excursions:
Boat trip to Rio Lagaritos and Las Coloradas
You will set off for San Felipe, a small fishing village which is the gateway to the Río Lagartos National Park Reserve. A true paradise for nature lovers. You'll board a "lancha" - a small motorboat - and set off on a tour of the mangroves to see the pink flamingos. Then head for the famous pink lagoon known as "Las Coloradas", with its breathtaking scenery guaranteed.
Duration: 3 hours
Cenote Yokdzonot with cooking class
An excursion to Yokdzonot will allow you to bathe in a beautiful cenote. Cenotes are freshwater springs that dot the peninsula. They are the only points of access to fresh water and are at the origin of the development of Mayan civilisation. You will attend a cooking class to learn all the secrets of Yucatecan recipes.
Duration: 2 hours
Santa Barbara cenote
You will visit three of Homun's main cenotes (Cascabel, Chaksikin and Xoch). You will take a truck to each cenote.
Duration: 3 hours
Boat trip on the lagoon
Discover the local flora and fauna, relax and enjoy a swim.Here, you can discover "La Laguna de los colores".
Culture Pack (minimum 2 people)
Choose to add the Cultural Discoveries pack for an immersion in local history. Step back in time and explore the ancient Mayan remains of Chichén Itzá and Uxmal, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites and protected landscapes of immense archaeological importance.
Your explorations:
- Chichen Itza: entrance to the site and local English-speaking guide (duration 3 hours)
- Uxmal: entrance to the site and local English-speaking guide (duration 2 hours)
Nature Pack & Culture Pack
Combine the Nature Pack with the Culture Pack for an unforgettable adventure into the fascinating history and magnificent landscapes of this region.
This pack includes:
- Entrance to Uxmal with local English-speaking guide.
- Santa Barbara Cenotes
- Cooking lesson and entrance to the Yokdzonot cenote
- Entrance to Chichen Itza with local English-speaking guide
- Rio Lagartos
Your journey to Mexico —
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
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have 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.
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.
Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza is one of the most important Mayan archaeological sites on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, in the state of Yucatan, in the south-east of the country. It was a city or ceremonial centre that underwent different phases of construction and influences from the different peoples who inhabited it. A wonderful place for tourists who want to learn more about the country's ancient past, perfect for you.
Merida
Merida is the vibrant capital of the Yucatán state, rich with Mayan and colonial heritage. The city has a main plaza called the Plaza de la Independencia which is next to the Merida Cathedral and the Iglesia de la Tercera Orden, both constructed with Mayan ruins and a must-see when visiting. The city's biggest draw is its gastronomy. There are several markets throughout the city where not only chefs go to buy their local produce, but you can as well - try the fruits and vegetables with a sprinkle of the local chilli powder.
Close to the city, you can find many famous archaeological sites such as the Chichen Itza, a 7th wonder of the world and well-preserved Mayan pyramid as well as the UNESCO-listed Mayan ruin the Uxmal. Merida is close enough that it makes a perfect base for exploring the Yucatán region.
