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Mexico Family Journey: The Heart of the Yucatán

The Yucatán Peninsula is the perfect destination for your family to explore. Full of marine life, Maya ruins, and wildlife-packed jungles, this 8-day journey through some of Mexico’s must-see historical sites–small towns, cenotes, and reserves, offers the perfect educational experience for your family to share. Go on a jeep safari on the island of Cozumel, visit the remarkable wildlife in Celestún Biosphere Reserve, marvel at the largest pyramid at Chichen Itza, visit a small Maya community and enjoy some ice cream in Izamal. The perfect blend of cross-cultural connections, history, and exploration that will provide a lifetime of memories for your whole family.

8 DaysPlaya del Carmen to Playa del Carmen
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: CMPNF
From $3144.15 USDIncluding taxes and fees

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Travel Style: National Geographic Family Journeys

Trips for adventure-loving families in search of a meaningful way to discover the world together.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: New Trips

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 13+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Mexico Family Journey: The Heart of the Yucatán - Itinerary

Trip Start: Playa del CarmenTrip End: Playa del Carmen

DAY 1

Playa del Carmen

Welcome to Playa del Carmen –your arrival transfer to the hotel is included. Check in and get excited to meet your fellow travelers during a welcome meeting this evening where all families can bond before the Journey ahead.

Arrival Transfer:
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group on the morning of day two.

Hotel Acanto Playa del Carmen:
Hotel Acanto Playa del Carmen

Mexico Family Journey: The Heart of the Yucatán - Itinerary

Trip Start: Playa del CarmenTrip End: Playa del Carmen
DAY 1
Playa del Carmen

DAY 1

Playa del Carmen

Welcome to Playa del Carmen –your arrival transfer to the hotel is included. Check in and get excited to meet your fellow travelers during a welcome meeting this evening where all families can bond before the Journey ahead.

Arrival Transfer:
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group on the morning of day two.

Hotel Acanto Playa del Carmen:
Hotel Acanto Playa del Carmen

DAY 2
Day trip to Cozumel
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DAY 3
Playa del Carmen/Mérida
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DAY 4
Mérida
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DAY 5
Celestún Biosphere Reserve / Merida
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DAY 6
Mérida/Playa del Carmen
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DAY 7
Playa del Carmen
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DAY 8
Playa del Carmen
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Yaxunah Community Visit & Cochinita Pibil, Yaxuná
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Playa del Carmen
  • Your Family Journeys Moment: Family Tour of Chichén Itzá with an Expert Guide, Chichén-Itzá
  • Your Family Journeys Moment: Santa Bárbara Cenotes, Mérida
  • Your Discover Moment: Playa del Carmen
  • Complimentary arrival transfer
  • Day tour of Cozumel with ruins, snorkeling, and beach time
  • Celestún Biosphere Reserve visit with a boat ride on the river and free time at the beach for water activities
  • Visit Izamal’s Mayan pyramid and climb the many steps
  • Enjoy an ice cream before the drive back to Playa del Carmen
  • All tips included for activities and meals, except for Expedition Leader and porterage
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
  • Hotels (7 nts).
Meals
  • 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 1 dinner
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
  • National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout, local guides.

Mexico Family Journey: The Heart of the Yucatán Departure Dates

All Years

StartEndingAvailabilityPrices from
Sun, Mar 29 2026Sun, Apr 05 2026Request (2)$3,499 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jun 28 2026Sun, Jul 05 2026Open (20)$3,699 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jul 12 2026Sun, Jul 19 2026Open (17)$3,144.15 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Jul 26 2026Sun, Aug 02 2026Open (16)$3,699 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Nov 22 2026Sun, Nov 29 2026Open (20)$3,699 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: Yaxunah Community Visit & Cochinita Pibil, Yaxuná
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Playa del Carmen
Your Family Journeys Moment: Family Tour of Chichén Itzá with an Expert Guide, Chichén-Itzá
Your Family Journeys Moment: Santa Bárbara Cenotes, Mérida
Your Discover Moment: Playa del Carmen. Complimentary arrival transfer. Day tour of Cozumel with ruins, snorkeling, and beach time. Celestún Biosphere Reserve visit with a boat ride on the river and free time at the beach for water activities. Visit Izamal’s Mayan pyramid and climb the many steps. Enjoy an ice cream before the drive back to Playa del Carmen. All tips included for activities and meals, except for Expedition Leader and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Embark on an island safari by jeep and ride to some of Cozumel's idyllic beaches and archaeological sites, Channel your inner explorer at Chichen Itzá the site of the iconic El Castillo pyramid and a treasure trove of Maya ruins, Be on the lookout for local wildlife like flamingos crocodiles and sea turtles during a half-day excursion into the Celestún Biosphere Reserve, Travel into the jungle for a swim in cenotes—natural sinkholes that were sacred to the ancient Maya, Participate in communal life in the Maya community of Yaxunah where you’ll prepare a historical dish incorporating ancient Maya techniques.

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

Prices are based on double occupancy; all other room configurations are on request and cannot be guaranteed. We will accommodate triples/quads whenever possible. Please call for further details.

Family Journeys are designed for groups traveling with children between the ages of 7 and 17. Your group must include a child in order to book, and anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

All parents/guardians are required to supervise their children at all times throughout the tour and may not leave their child under the supervision of the Expedition Leader, local guides, drivers, etc. Children are not to be left unattended.

Please note that on all Family Adventures one adult can only accompany up to two minors. If you have over two minors planning on travelling then a second adult will be required to attend.

ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

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