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Valladolid and aroundThe Yucatán
Tulum and aroundThe Yucatán
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Valladolid and aroundThe Yucatán
Tulum and aroundThe Yucatán
5-day Mexico trip: Yucatán experience
Choose a Yucatán trip shaped around your curiosity and your love for genuine encounters. We design tailor-made journeys that elevate trips to Mexico with living traditions, vibrant local flavors, and unforgettable landscapes. Share your travel rhythms, interests, and preferred dates, and we’ll craft an intimate experience guided by trusted experts and welcoming community hosts.
Reserve your place and begin shaping a Yucatán story that will change the way you experience Mexico.
Yucatan trip highlights
- Private Maya ruins tour: Walk ancient Yucatan sites with a local guide on a tailor-made itinerary.
- Cenote swim with local hosts: Dive into crystal cenotes recommended by locals, enjoy a private swim, and learn about sacred water rituals.
- Mérida market and colonial stroll: Stroll Mérida’s colonial streets and markets with a local guide.
- Coastal villages and culinary exchange: Visit fishing villages, join a family for hands-on seafood cooking.
- Hacienda nature and starry nights: Stay in an eco-hacienda, enjoy guided birding and stargazing.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cancun / Yucatán | • Arrival at Cancun Airport • Private transfer and personalized check-in • Orientation with local dining and activity tips | Yucatán (Cancun or nearby) |
| 2 | Río Lagartos / Ek Balam / Cenote | • Boat trip through Ría Lagartos Nature Reserve • Flamingo and crocodile spotting with naturalist guides • Explore Ek Balam archaeological site • Climb a sacred pyramid for panoramic jungle views • Swim in a crystalline cenote | Valladolid |
| 3 | Cobá / Punta Laguna / cenote | • Cycle or tricycle along Cobá’s ancient causeways • Explore pyramids at your own pace • Guided jungle hike in Punta Laguna • Lagoon canoeing and ziplining • Participate in a Mayan ceremony | Cobá |
| 4 | Tulum / private underground cenote | • Guided visit to Tulum’s cliffside ruins • Swim and snorkel in a cenote • Explore crystal-clear passages and rock formations • Evening in Tulum with curated dining and boutique recommendations | Tulum |
| 5 | Riviera Coast / Cancun | • Private transfer to Cancun Airport or onward in the Riviera Maya | — |
Day01
Welcome to Mexico
Arrive at Cancun Airport, where a professional driver greets you, assists with your luggage, and provides a comfortable private transfer to your hotel. Settle in with a personalized check-in and a brief orientation to your Yucatán trip, complete with local tips on dining and must-see sites.
Relax and recharge before the authentic, tailor-made adventures that await across the Yucatán, an inspiring start to your Mexico travel experience.
Day02
Rio Lagartos, Ek Balam, and cenote
Skim the mangrove channels of Ría Lagartos Nature Reserve on a small boat to spot flamingos and crocodiles, guided by local naturalists.
Explore the restored Maya city of Ek Balam, climb a sacred pyramid for sweeping views, then cool off in a crystalline cenote. Spend the night in colonial Valladolid.
Day03
Coba, Punta Laguna and cenote
Cycle or ride a tricycle along Cobá’s ancient causeways, exploring towering pyramids at your own pace. Continue to Punta Laguna for a guided jungle hike, with chances to spot spider monkeys and colorful birds. Paddle a quiet lagoon, zipline through the treetops, and join a meaningful Mayan ceremony led by local guardians of the reserve.
Refresh with a swim in a partially open cenote managed by a Mayan family, then settle in for an overnight stay in Cobá, an experience that adds authentic cultural depth to your Mexico itinerary.
Day04
Tulum and an underground private cenote
Explore the cliffside ruins of Tulum with a local guide, then swim and snorkel in a private underground cenote, moving through crystal-clear passages and ancient rock formations. This tailored experience blends history, gentle adventure, and serene cave swimming for a memorable highlight of your journey.
In the evening, unwind in vibrant Tulum town with curated recommendations for dining and boutique shopping.
Day05
Farewell from the Yucatán
Spend your final morning savoring local flavors, browsing artisan crafts, or simply relaxing along the Riviera coast. A private transfer to Cancun Airport or onward into the Riviera Maya ensures a smooth, personalized end to your journey, an effortless close to an authentic adventure.
