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Operated by G Adventures

Yucatan Discovery: Cenotes & Seasides

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Duration
7 days
Countries
Mexico
Activity
easy

The adventure

Trust us, the pics you'll take on this trip will need no filters. This snappy seven-day tour takes you through the very best of the Yucatán Peninsula's most colourful sites. Swim in an underground limestone cave through pools of crystal clear water and marvel at the blushing pink hue of the Playa de las Coloradas lake hidden in a biosphere reserve. In between, you'll have time to chill out on the beach and let loose with your new friends on a night out in Tulum (which you may or may not want to leave your camera at home for).

At a glance

Duration
7 days
Route
Mérida → Playa del Carmen
Countries
Mexico
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History, Food & Drink
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

Scenic aerial view of a Mexican town with mountains at twilight.
Your journey through

Mexico

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time. Find some local grub from one of the food stalls at Mercado 60. Enjoy a few drinks and live music with your fellow travellers. Finish the night at a local bar, then get some rest because your adventure begins tomorrow.
Arrive at any time. Find some local grub from one of the food stalls at Mercado 60. Enjoy a few drinks and live music with your fellow travellers. Finish the night at a local bar, then get some rest because your adventure begins tomorrow.
Day 2Set off into the countryside and visit…Mérida
The grand facade of Mérida's iconic cathedral bathed in warm sunset light.Mérida
Set off into the countryside and visit a cenote (limestone sinkhole unique to the Yucatán to escape the heat with an underground swim. Enjoy an afternoon of freetime to explore more of Mérida. Opt to travel to the Mayan ruins of Uxmal for their nighttime sound and light show.
Map showing Mérida
Day 3After a free morning in Merida
After a free morning in Merida, travel to the small seaside town of Rio Lagartos. The area is home to thousands of flamingos in April. Venture to nearby Las Coloradas, which has picture-perfect bright pink and coral hues during the afternoon sun. Seeing is believeing here!
Day 4Continue to the seaside town of TulumWith it's breathtaking coastline, white sand beaches, and Mayan ruins, Tulum is guaranteed to impress! In the afternoon, visit the Tulum ruins and take in the picturesque tropical backdrop while exploring the site.
With it's breathtaking coastline, white sand beaches, and Mayan ruins, Tulum is guaranteed to impress! In the afternoon, visit the Tulum ruins and take in the picturesque tropical backdrop while exploring the site.
Day 5Enjoy a free day in Tulum
Enjoy a free day in Tulum. Opt to visit a nearby cenote to swim, take a day trip to see the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza or Coba, go scuba diving/snorkelling, or chill out on the beach. Cap off the day with a Big Night Out.
Day 6Travel to Playa del CarmenOur final stop is Playa del Carmen, located on the beach just a 45-minute drive south of Cancún. The town is your last chance to enjoy some nightlife, buy last-minute souvenirs and relax and swim in the Caribbean Sea. There is also snorkelling and diving available, and long stretches of sandy beaches which are perfect for walking and relaxing after a hectic day.
Stunning aerial view of Playa del Carmen beach and ocean, showcasing vibrant greenery and sandy shores in Mexico.Playa del Carmen
Our final stop is Playa del Carmen, located on the beach just a 45-minute drive south of Cancún. The town is your last chance to enjoy some nightlife, buy last-minute souvenirs and relax and swim in the Caribbean Sea. There is also snorkelling and diving available, and long stretches of sandy beaches which are perfect for walking and relaxing after a hectic day.
Map showing Playa del Carmen
Day 7Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.

Discover Mexico

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Explore the scenic beauty of Puebla, Mexico with this vibrant landscape featuring mountains and blue skies.
Dramatic aerial shot of a smoking volcano in Mexico with surrounding dense forest and rural scenery.
Aerial view of a city in a valley, with smog and distant mountains creating a serene landscape.
Lush green meadow with a large volcanic mountain in the background under a cloudy sky.
Aerial view of Oaxaca City, Mexico, surrounded by mountains and a vast sky, perfect for travel and nature enthusiasts.
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