Mexico trip: From Yucatan to Mexico City

Welcome to Mexico! Begin your Mexico travel with a private transfer from Cancún Airport to your hotel in Cancún or the Riviera Maya. Enjoy a warm, personalized check-in and take some time to settle in and relax after your journey.

From Cancún, enjoy a shared day trip that begins at Tulum’s cliffside ruins overlooking the Caribbean. Spend time relaxing at world-famous Playa Paraíso, perfect for swimming and photos.

Afterward, savor a traditional Yucatecan lunch such as lime soup and cochinita pibil. Continue to Cobá to climb the highest pyramid in the Yucatán Peninsula, surrounded by jungle and lakes, before returning to your hotel with lasting memories.

Enjoy a full day at the beach, soaking up turquoise waters, warm sand, and the easygoing hospitality of the coast. Play beach games, dive into a favorite book, swim in calm waves, or wander to nearby cafés for authentic local flavors.

Our team can recommend experiences that fit your pace and interests, helping you shape a Mexico itinerary that truly reflects your style.

Explore Ek Balam, the “Bright Star Jaguar,” a Maya city renowned for its recent restorations. Wander through ceremonial plazas, admire intricate high-relief sculptures, and see the restored jaguar-mouth façade.

Pause at the false arch and imagine ancient rituals and the Maya ball game unfolding around you. Afterward, cool off at Cenote Maya with a refreshing swim in crystal-clear water and time to relax among the surrounding limestone cliffs.

Travel from Cancún to Mérida on a shared transfer that includes a guided visit to Chichén Itzá, one of the best places to visit in Mexico.

Walk among El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors as a local guide explains the site’s astronomical, mathematical, and ceremonial importance.

Explore the Puuc Route’s low, rolling hills, beginning at Uxmal, where ornate mosaics, crested pyramids, and striking Chaac masks define the landscape. Wander through ceremonial plazas, study the intricate stone fretwork and small columns, and capture the rich architectural details that make this site so remarkable.

Continue to Kabah, once an important religious center, and stroll along the ancient sacbé that links it to Uxmal. Then visit Sayil, known for its impressive seventy-room palace, and Labná, home to the region’s iconic arch.

Enjoy a private transfer from Mérida to Campeche with curated stops along the way, including a refreshing swim in a crystal-clear cenote. Continue to Uxmal, a masterpiece of classic Maya architecture. Explore the Temple of the Diviner, linked to the legend of the Dwarf King.

Walk through the Nuns’ Quadrangle to admire its refined Puuc friezes. Finish at the Governor’s Palace, one of the most impressive examples of Puuc design. End your visit with the evocative light and sound show that brings Maya history and cosmovision to life.

Take a comfortable public bus from Campeche to Palenque, traveling from coastal plains into lush jungle. Enjoy the changing scenery and the chance to meet fellow travelers along the way. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your Palenque hotel.

The rest of the day is yours to shape. You can book a guided tour of the Palenque ruins, visit nearby waterfalls, or simply relax at a boutique hotel and savor regional cuisine.

Take a shared day tour to Yaxchilán and Bonampak, set deep in the Lacandon Forest along the Río Usumacinta. Wander through Yaxchilán’s ornate facades, towering roof combs, and dramatic stone lintels overlooking a sweeping river bend.

Continue to Bonampak and step inside the Temple of the Murals to see its vivid ancient frescoes up close. A flashlight can be helpful for the darker chambers. Return to your Palenque hotel in the early evening.

Travel from Palenque to San Cristóbal on a shared full-day tour that includes the Palenque Archaeological Site, Misol Ha, and Agua Azul. Explore highlights such as the Temple of the Inscriptions, the Palace, and the Temple of the Foliated Cross, all set against a backdrop of lush jungle.

Feel the force of Misol Ha as its thirty-five-meter cascade drops into a deep pool below, then continue to Agua Azul to photograph its turquoise terraces and, if conditions allow, enjoy time for a refreshing swim.

Discover the vibrant living culture of the Tzotzil Maya in San Juan Chamula and nearby Zinacantán, just outside San Cristóbal de las Casas. Observe the unique rituals practiced inside the community church, meet artisans who weave traditional textiles, and learn about agricultural and ceremonial life directly from local guides.

Later, continue to Sumidero Canyon and descend toward the Grijalva River, where sheer cliffs rise more than a thousand meters above the water. A boat cruise takes you through this dramatic landscape, offering chances to spot crocodiles, spider monkeys, and herons while capturing memorable photos and gaining insight into Chiapas’ rich wildlife.

You’ll be picked up in San Cristóbal and transferred to Tuxtla Gutiérrez Airport for a short domestic flight to Oaxaca. Enjoy the shifting landscapes and a relaxed journey that sets the tone for personalized travel.

Upon arrival in Oaxaca, a private driver will take you to your hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the city’s vibrant markets, tasting signature Oaxacan dishes, and arranging custom experiences with knowledgeable local guides.

Explore Mitla, a Mixtec and Zapotec ceremonial center celebrated for its intricate geometric stonework, columned halls, and the Great House of Pezelao. Continue to the legendary Tule Tree, an enormous Montezuma cypress that locals encircle to show its impressive girth.

In Teotitlán del Valle, join a shared experience with local weavers to learn about traditional wooden looms, natural dyes, and the creation of handwoven rugs, sarapes, and tapestries.

Visit Monte Albán, the ancient Zapotec capital set high above Oaxaca’s central valley. Explore the Great Plaza, the Ball Court, and System II before continuing to the Danzantes, Building J, Central Building G.H., and the Palace.

Finish at the South Platform, System 7 Deer, and Tomb Number 7, where remarkable discoveries offer insight into the region’s ceremonial and ritual life.

A private driver will pick you up from your Oaxaca hotel and take you to the airport for a short domestic flight to Mexico City, scheduled to fit your plans. Upon arrival, another driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.

In the afternoon, choose from a range of tailored experiences: enjoy a guided walk through the historic center, visit the Frida Kahlo Museum, or join a food tour to sample Mexico City’s vibrant culinary scene.

Discover Mexico City on a tailored tour of its UNESCO-listed Historic Center. Visit the Zócalo, step inside the National Palace to view Diego Rivera’s murals, and explore the Metropolitan Cathedral with a glimpse of the Templo Mayor ruins nearby. Continue along Paseo de la Reforma toward Chapultepec Park, admire the Palacio de Bellas Artes, and visit the National Museum of Anthropology.

Afterward, travel to Teotihuacan to walk the Avenue of the Dead, see the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, and climb the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon for sweeping views of the ancient city.

Begin your morning at the Frida Kahlo Museum, Casa Azul, in Coyoacán. Explore the artist’s home, browse nearby market stalls, and visit the Plaza of the Coyotes while learning about Frida’s life and her connection to Diego Rivera.

In the afternoon, float through Xochimilco on colorful trajineras, drifting past chinampas while enjoying music and local flavors. Continue to University City, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site, where you can admire the central esplanade, the Olympic Stadium, and the iconic Central Library.

Your Mexico trip comes to an end today. A shared transfer will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the airport with plenty of time to check in for your international flight.

Enjoy a final glimpse of local life along the way and appreciate the comfort of the curated, tailor-made services that have guided your journey.