Yucatan Peninsula, in Mexico, boasts several Mayan archaeological sites, which testify the glory, the prominence, and the development achieved by this pre-Columbian civilization, among the most important in Central America. Thanks to this itinerary you will have the chance to discover the most important and relevant places, including:

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Yucatan Peninsula, in Mexico, boasts several Mayan archaeological sites, which testify the glory, the prominence, and the development achieved by this pre-Columbian civilization, among the most important in Central America. Thanks to this itinerary you will have the chance to discover the most important and relevant places, including:

  • Ek Balam, a small village full of charm surrounded by lush vegetation;
  • Valladolid, fascinating colonial city hosting an imposing Cathedral;
  • Uxmal, showing majestic pyramids, undoubtedly the most renowned is the Pyramid of the Magician. This place has been declared Unesco World Heritage Site;
  • The wide Chichen Itza, another World Heritage Site, which owns the most famous Mayan masterworks, such as El Castillo;
  • The suggestive and uncomparable Tulum, with its Mayan ruins facing the Caribbean Sea. The atmosphere is unique and it offers unforgettable and magic views.

Furthermore, during this tour suitable to discover the local history and ancient architecture, you can also enjoy the enchanting crystal clear sea that laps the coast of Cancun and the wonderful colonial city of Merida.

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Trip summary

  • Travel style Tailor-made travel
  • Departure Cancun
  • End Cancun
  • Countries
    • Mexico
  • City
    • Cancun
    • Merida
  • Theme History, art and culture
  • Accommodation Standard
  • Flight Excluded
  • Guide Not Included
  • The tour has met our standards

Detailed itinerary

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  • 1
    Arrival
    Day 1

    Arrival at the international airport of Cancun, transfer to the hotel, check-in and overnight.

    Visited places:
    • Cancun
    Accommodation offered:
  • 2
    Cancun - Merida
    Day 2

    After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Ek Balam to visit this wonderful archaeological site. Afterwards, we'll proceed towards Valladolid, a charming colonial city boasting an imposing Cathedral. At the end of the visit, the tour continues to Merida. On the way, we'll take a break in Izamal to discover a famous village for its yellow-shade buildings and Franciscan abbey. Arrival in Merida in the late afternoon, check-in to hotel and overnight.

    Visited places:
    • Cancun
    • Merida
    Accommodation offered:
  • 3
    Uxmal
    Day 3

    Breakfast at the hotel. The morning is dedicated to the visit of the archaeological site of Uxmal, among the most important proofs of Mayan civilization.

    After lunch we'll go back to Merida. Overnight in the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Merida
    Accommodation offered:
  • 4
    Chichen Itza
    Day 4

    After breakfast, we'll move to Chichen Itza, the Mayan capital in Yucatan Peninsula, and relevant archaeological site. Here it is possible to admire world-famous Mayan ruins, such as El Castillo. Lunch and return to Merida. Overnight in the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Merida
    Accommodation offered:
  • 5
    Merida - Cancun (or Riviera Maya)
    Day 5

    Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Cobà, another archaeological park. After lunch, we'll proceed to Tulum to visit the last Mayan site in Yucatan Peninsula. Its ruins are majestically erected in front of the Caribbean Sea. At the end of the visit, transfer to Cancun or Riviera Maya.

    Visited places:
    • Merida
    • Cancun

Photogallery

  • Pyramid in Uxmal in Mexico
  • View of Uxmal in Mexico
  • Pyramid of Tulum in Mexico
  • Mayan ruins in Tulum in Mexico
  • Mayan ruins in Tulum in Mexico
  • Pyramid in Yucatan in Mexico
  • Sea in Cancun in Mexico
  • Sea in Cancun in Mexico

  • Prices and conditions
    Price includes
    • Transfer at arrival airport-hotel in Cancun
    • Overnight in the hotels mentioned or similar ones (4 star)
    • American breakfast in all hotels
    • 4 lunches
    • Transfer by air-conditioned van/bus
    • Local guides
    • Entries to archaeological sites and museums mentioned in the program
    • Porterage
    Price does not include
    • Lunches and dinners which are not mentioned in the program
    • Drinks and personal extras in hotels and restaurants
    • Tips to drivers and guides
    • Surcharge for single room
    • Surcharge for 5-star hotel
    • International flights

    Kids up to 12 years 390 USD (sharing a room with 2 adults without supplementary bed).