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Yucatan Peninsula Adventure

Yucatan Peninsula Adventure

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Description

From tropical beaches and cenotes to the well-preserved ruins of the Maya peoples, the Yucatan Peninsula’s draws are many. On this eight-day adventure, you’ll learn more about the lives of ancient civilisations at Chichen Itza – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – and at Uxmal – another amazing archaeological site, but with fewer tourists. Try traditional cuisine in Piste, swim in clean, clear water unique to this limestone area and visit a Maya-managed cenote that directly supports the community. Try fresh seafood, listen to local music play through the streets of colourful old cities and visit Lake Bacalar – this local favourite is still being discovered by the rest of the world and is known as ‘the Lagoon of 7 Colours’ for its warm blue waters of varying depths.

Trip Name
Yucatan Peninsula Adventure
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
8
Capacity
16
Highlights
  • Cruise around Bacalar’s Lake of Seven Colours during a boat tour, leaping into the stunning blue water for refreshing swims along the way.
  • Escape the crowds and take a refreshing dip at Yokdzonot – a lesser-known cenote in the heart of the Yucatan managed by the local Maya community.
  • Experience Chichen Itza – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Your tour of the ancient ruins includes a visit to the nearby Piste community and a traditional lunch.
  • Visit the archaeological site of Uxmal – the lesser-known little brother of Chichen Itza, with way less tourists! Explore the uniquely shaped Pyramid of the Magician and climb the structure for amazing views.
  • Sip zingy margaritas, feast on local cuisine and soak up as much culture and history as you can in Merida, Yucatan’s charismatic capital.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Playa del Carmen
Hola! Welcome to Playa del Carmen – a popular resort town famed for its coral reef and sparkling warm waters. You’ll meet your leader and fellow travellers at the welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, why not spend the day lounging on the beach with a good book? You could also head to Dos Ojos Cenote and take a dip at the incredible turquoise freshwater swimming hole, or jump on a local ferry to explore the nearby island of Cozumel. When the introductions are out of the way, experience your first Mexican meal of the trip at an optional dinner with the group.
Day 2 - Merida
Depart early, travelling by private vehicle towards Merida, learning some Spanish phrases from your leader on the way. You’ll stop at Chichen Itza – one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, for a guided tour. This is perhaps the most famous Maya site in Mexico, dominated by the Temple of Kukulkan (El Castillo), a Mesoamerican step-pyramid. Aftwerward, head to the local Piste community. You’ll spend time with the locals – perhaps trying out some of your Spanish – while sampling traditional Yucatecan cuisine. Then take a cooling dip in one of the region’s lesser-known cenotes: Yokdzonot. Operated by a cooperative set up by local women, your visit will support their efforts to empower their Mayan community. When you arrive in Merida – the charming capital of the Yucatan region – get your bearings on an orientation walk with your leader. Wander the centuries-old streets and take in the grand buildings, learn about the town’s Maya heritage and swing by Mercado 60 – a buzzing food market with great margaritas and live music.
Day 3 - Merida
Your day is free for you to explore the many sights of Merida. You could visit the Regional Museum of Yucatan, located within the pretty Palacio Canton, chill out in the shady Plaza Grande admiring the 16th-century cathedral or seek out cochinita pibil, a slow-roasted, citrus-marinated pork dish that's a Yucatan speciality. Alternatively, choose to travel to nearby Rio Largartos and visit Las Colorados, a series of pink lakes home to flamingos, crocodiles and mangroves. Merida is a people-pleaser when it comes to nightlife and has something for all tastes, whether you’re after a low-key bar, cultural show or some live music and dancing.
Day 4 - Campeche
Drive to the coast to Campeche. On the way, visit one of Mexico's best-preserved Maya sites in Uxmal. Spend two hours here exploring the ruins with a local guide and see the impressive Pyramid of the Magician and the decorative details of the Governor’s Palace. Take the opportunity to climb one of the pyramids for amazing views of the surrounding area – you can climb and explore the structures here, unlike the more-popular older brother, Chichen Itza. After, stop in the town of Becal (the Hat Town), where you’ll meet with an artisan who works in a cave to weave the traditional jipi hats and learn about the process. When you arrive in Campeche, head out on a leader-led orientation walk to get your bearings. For dinner tonight, you’ll find good seafood restaurants at Portales de San Martin.
Day 5 - Bacalar
Rise and shine for the long cross-peninsular drive to Bacalar today. Bacalar is said to be the first settlement of the Itza tribe, who would go on to create Chichen Itza. Today it’s a quiet spot to sit back, relax and take in the surrounding nature. When you're there, take a short leader-led orientation walk to get your bearings, followed by a free afternoon and evening to relax after a long travel day. Cerveza, anyone?
Day 6 - Bacalar
This morning, head out on a half day boat tour of Lake Bacalar. Also known as the Lake of Seven Colours – thanks to the various stunning shades of blue it adopts throughout the day – you’ll explore the different cenotes and islands that make up the lagoon including plenty of stops for swims along the way! Return to town around midday. The rest of the day is then free for you to uncover more cenotes or sit back and relax in Bacalar. You could visit Cenote Azul – a beautiful fresh water rockpool, perfect for swimming. The sparkling water and stalactites and stalagmites in the cave are a sight to behold.
Day 7 - Tulum
Enjoy a free morning relaxing around Bacalar’s lake before heading in a private vehicle towards Tulum. Along the way, you’ll visit the Tulum archaeological ruins that sit on the cliffs of the Yucatan Peninsula. With a local guide, explore the pre-Columbian Mayan walled city which served as a major port for Coba. Carry on to the town of Tulum and when you arrive, take an orientation walk with your leader. There may be time to fit in a visit to another cenote or find a bar to keep working on that Spanish with the locals. In the evening, why not get the group together for a final meal to say farewell and ‘salud’ to Mexico.
Day 8 - Tulum
After breakfast, there are no activities planned for the day and your adventure will come to an end. If you would like to spend some more time exploring Tulum’s famous turquoise water, snorkelling spots, ancient ruins and general magnificence, just speak to your booking agent. Otherwise, you can choose to book a transfer to Cancun if you’re leaving today.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
28-03-202604-04-2026AUD $ 2,920-
25-04-202602-05-2026AUD $ 2,860-
16-05-202623-05-2026AUD $ 2,850-
23-05-202630-05-2026AUD $ 2,700-
04-07-202611-07-2026AUD $ 2,590-
25-07-202601-08-2026AUD $ 2,440-
15-08-202622-08-2026AUD $ 2,440-
26-09-202603-10-2026AUD $ 2,560-
10-10-202617-10-2026AUD $ 2,460-
24-10-202631-10-2026AUD $ 2,460-
07-11-202614-11-2026AUD $ 2,920-
21-11-202628-11-2026AUD $ 2,650-
28-11-202605-12-2026AUD $ 2,650-
12-12-202619-12-2026AUD $ 2,520-
19-12-202626-12-2026AUD $ 2,520-
26-12-202602-01-2027AUD $ 2,520-
02-01-202709-01-2027AUD $ 2,760-
16-01-202723-01-2027AUD $ 2,760-
23-01-202730-01-2027AUD $ 2,760-
30-01-202706-02-2027AUD $ 2,760-
06-02-202713-02-2027AUD $ 2,760-
13-02-202720-02-2027AUD $ 2,760-
20-02-202727-02-2027AUD $ 2,760-
27-02-202706-03-2027AUD $ 2,760-
06-03-202713-03-2027AUD $ 2,695-
12-03-202719-03-2027AUD $ 2,695-
13-03-202720-03-2027AUD $ 2,695-
20-03-202727-03-2027AUD $ 2,695-
27-03-202703-04-2027AUD $ 2,695-
03-04-202710-04-2027AUD $ 2,630-
10-04-202717-04-2027AUD $ 2,630-
17-04-202724-04-2027AUD $ 2,630-
24-04-202701-05-2027AUD $ 2,630-
08-05-202715-05-2027AUD $ 2,550-
15-05-202722-05-2027AUD $ 2,550-
22-05-202729-05-2027AUD $ 2,550-
12-06-202719-06-2027AUD $ 2,550-
03-07-202710-07-2027AUD $ 2,550-
24-07-202731-07-2027AUD $ 2,550-
14-08-202721-08-2027AUD $ 2,550-
11-09-202718-09-2027AUD $ 2,550-
25-09-202702-10-2027AUD $ 2,550-
09-10-202716-10-2027AUD $ 2,550-
23-10-202730-10-2027AUD $ 2,630-
30-10-202706-11-2027AUD $ 2,630-
06-11-202713-11-2027AUD $ 2,695-
13-11-202720-11-2027AUD $ 2,695-
20-11-202727-11-2027AUD $ 2,695-
27-11-202704-12-2027AUD $ 2,695-
04-12-202711-12-2027AUD $ 2,630-
11-12-202718-12-2027AUD $ 2,630-
18-12-202725-12-2027AUD $ 2,760-
25-12-202701-01-2028AUD $ 2,760-
01-01-202808-01-2028AUD $ 2,515-
15-01-202822-01-2028AUD $ 2,515-
22-01-202829-01-2028AUD $ 2,515-
29-01-202805-02-2028AUD $ 2,515-
05-02-202812-02-2028AUD $ 2,515-
12-02-202819-02-2028AUD $ 2,515-
19-02-202826-02-2028AUD $ 2,515-
26-02-202804-03-2028AUD $ 2,515-
04-03-202811-03-2028AUD $ 2,515-
10-03-202817-03-2028AUD $ 2,515-
11-03-202818-03-2028AUD $ 2,515-
18-03-202825-03-2028AUD $ 2,515-
25-03-202801-04-2028AUD $ 2,515-
01-04-202808-04-2028AUD $ 2,515-
08-04-202815-04-2028AUD $ 2,515-
15-04-202822-04-2028AUD $ 2,515-
22-04-202829-04-2028AUD $ 2,515-
06-05-202813-05-2028AUD $ 2,515-
13-05-202820-05-2028AUD $ 2,515-
20-05-202827-05-2028AUD $ 2,515-
10-06-202817-06-2028AUD $ 2,515-
01-07-202808-07-2028AUD $ 2,515-
22-07-202829-07-2028AUD $ 2,515-
12-08-202819-08-2028AUD $ 2,515-
09-09-202816-09-2028AUD $ 2,515-
23-09-202830-09-2028AUD $ 2,515-
07-10-202814-10-2028AUD $ 2,515-
21-10-202828-10-2028AUD $ 2,515-
28-10-202804-11-2028AUD $ 2,515-
04-11-202811-11-2028AUD $ 2,515-
11-11-202818-11-2028AUD $ 2,515-
18-11-202825-11-2028AUD $ 2,515-
25-11-202802-12-2028AUD $ 2,515-
02-12-202809-12-2028AUD $ 2,515-
09-12-202816-12-2028AUD $ 2,515-
16-12-202823-12-2028AUD $ 2,515-
23-12-202830-12-2028AUD $ 2,515-

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Transport

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