Mexico City to Yucatan beaches trip

Welcome to Mexico! A private transfer from Mexico City International Airport will meet you in the arrivals hall and escort you to your downtown hotel, marking the beginning of your Mexico travel experience with smooth, personalized service.

Spend your first afternoon at leisure, exploring the Zócalo, tasting street tacos, or visiting a nearby museum to ease into the rhythm of the city.

Begin your day with a guided tour of Mexico City’s UNESCO-listed historic center. Visit the Zócalo, admire Diego Rivera’s murals at the National Palace, step inside the Metropolitan Cathedral, and take in a panoramic view of Templo Mayor. Continue along Paseo de la Reforma to Chapultepec Park and pause at the Palacio de Bellas Artes, the country’s premier cultural landmark.

In the afternoon, enjoy a curated visit to the renowned National Museum of Anthropology. Explore masterpieces of ancient Mesoamerica, including the Sun Stone, temple carvings, and extraordinary archaeological treasures, housed within world-class architecture.

Visit the Basilica de Guadalupe, one of Mexico’s most important pilgrimage sites, where the modern basilica stands beside the older church slowly sinking into the ancient lakebed. Experience the devotional atmosphere, observe the pilgrims, and gain guided insights into the Dark Virgin of Guadalupe and the traditions surrounding her.

Continue to Teotihuacan to walk its grand avenues, climb the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, and take in sweeping views from the summits and the Temple of Quetzalcoatl.

Spend the morning in Coyoacán visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) and the Plaza of the Coyotes. Explore the local market, learn about the legacy of Frida and Diego Rivera, and take advantage of tailor-made options for authentic neighborhood experiences.

In the afternoon, head to Xochimilco to cruise the canals aboard colorful trajineras. Drift past floating gardens and chinampas while enjoying live folklore, local snacks, and the area’s relaxed waterside atmosphere.

Today, you’ll be collected from your Mexico City hotel and transferred to the domestic terminal for your flight, with timing coordinated for your comfort and schedule. After landing in Mérida, a private driver will take you to your hotel.

Spend the evening strolling Mérida’s colonial streets, sampling Yucatecan cuisine, or planning cenote and beach excursions as you continue your Mexico itinerary.

Join a shared day tour to the magnificent Maya site of Uxmal and the historic Hacienda Yaxcopoil near Mérida. Explore Puuc-style masterpieces such as the Pyramid of the Magician and the Governor’s Palace, and gain insight into hacienda life and the history of henequén.

In the afternoon, cool off in a nearby cenote, swimming in the crystal-clear, sacred waters that reflect the magic of the Yucatán Peninsula.

Enjoy a morning shared boat tour in Río Lagartos, gliding through mangroves, watching flocks of flamingos streak the sky pink, and meeting local fishing communities for authentic, tailor-made coastal experiences.

In the afternoon, continue to Las Coloradas to see the striking Pink Lake, where salt pans and halobacteria turn the water a vivid rose. Expect fantastic photo opportunities and behind-the-scenes insight into Yucatán’s salt industry.

Enjoy pickup from your Mérida hotel for a guided visit to Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders and among the best places to visit in Mexico. Explore El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, the Observatory, and the Temple of the Warriors while learning about Maya astronomy, mathematics, and trade.

Enjoy personalized commentary and ample time to photograph the site’s most iconic structures. Conclude with a comfortable drop-off at your Playa del Carmen hotel.

Discover Xel-Há Park, a sustainable natural aquarium in the Riviera Maya ideal for snorkeling among tropical fish, swimming in crystalline inlets, and exploring jungle trails on foot, by bicycle, or mini-train.

In the afternoon, visit the Tulum Archaeological Site, ancient Zamá, “place of the dawn.” Walk the Walled City, explore the Castle and the Temple of the Frescoes, and take in sweeping Caribbean panoramas where Maya history meets one of the Yucatán’s most beautiful beaches.

Explore Xcaret Park near Playa del Carmen on a shared day tour through the heart of the Yucatán and the Riviera Maya. Swim in crystal-clear underground rivers, visit the aviary, coral reef aquarium, and butterfly pavilion, and sample authentic Mexican and international cuisine.

Discover small Maya ruins within the park and end the day with the Xcaret México Espectacular show.

Discover Xenses Park on a half-day shared tour, gliding on the Bird Flight zip line, riding a waterslide that plunges into a cave, and exploring the gravity-defying Town filled with optical illusions that challenge your perception.

Enjoy a leisurely day in Playa del Carmen. Stroll the palm-lined beach, swim or snorkel along the reef, browse boutique shops, and sample Yucatecan and coastal cuisine at seaside cafés.

If you’d like to add more activity, opt for a guided cenote swim, a relaxed bike ride through town, or a private beach yoga session.

A private transfer from Playa del Carmen to your hotel in Cancún ensures a seamless, tailor-made arrival. Relax on a comfortable door-to-door ride as your driver shares local insights along the Yucatán coastline.

Spend the afternoon at leisure: lounge on white-sand beaches, visit a beachfront spa, or enjoy snorkeling and fresh seafood in Cancún.

Relax on Cancún’s soft white sand, swim in turquoise Caribbean waters, and snorkel vibrant reefs or kayak along the coast.

Choose from boutique beach clubs serving fresh ceviche and local mezcal, indulgent spa treatments by the shore, or a private picnic curated to your interests.

Spend another day enjoying Cancún. Take a guided market tour to discover local crafts and flavors, relax on white-sand beaches, or join a private snorkeling session along the reef to spot vibrant marine life.

End the day with a seaside sunset dinner or a personalized spa treatment.

Your tailor-made Mexico trip concludes today. A private driver will collect you from your Cancún hotel and transfer you to the international airport in plenty of time for your flight.

Take a final look at the turquoise coast and reflect on the contrasts you’ve experienced: lively markets, ancient ruins, and peaceful beaches. Gracias, we look forward to crafting your next personalized Mexico adventure.