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Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula: Mayan Ruins & Cenotes

Go way beyond the Mayan Riviera on this active adventure through Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Visit the iconic site of Chichen Itzá and bike between freshwater sinkholes in the jungle to swim and cool off from the heat. Stay at a working agave hacienda and venture into the stunning scenery of Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve to explore by boat and on foot. Experience the Yucatecan traditions through it's delicious regional cuisine and friendly people. Bookended by beachside Playa del Carmen and Tulum, discover a different side of Mexico's incredible natural and cultural beauty.

8 DaysPlaya del Carmen to Tulum
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: CMCT
From $2399.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

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Travel Style: The Geluxe Collection

With perfectly paced itineraries, one-of-a-kind accommodations, and comfort at their very core, these premium active trips are adventure at its finest.

Service Level: Upgraded

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

Physical Grading: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

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: 18+

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Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula: Mayan Ruins & Cenotes - Itinerary

Trip Start: Playa del CarmenTrip End: Tulum

DAY 1

Playa del Carmen: Welcome to the Yucatan Peninsula

Sitting on a stretch of white sand beach along the Mayan Riviera, Playa del Carmen bursts with energy and international travellers. Strolling the pedestrian Quinta Avenida takes you past seemingly endless shops, bars and restaurants with the beach and blue sea just beyond. We welcome you to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, and invite you to embrace the landscapes, history and incredible food that this region has to offer. Arrive to Cancún airport at any time and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends.

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

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. 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.

Hyatt Centric Playa del Carmen:
Hyatt Centric Playa del Carmen

Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula: Mayan Ruins & Cenotes - Itinerary

Trip Start: Playa del CarmenTrip End: Tulum
DAY 1
Playa del Carmen: Welcome to the Yucatan Peninsula

DAY 1

Playa del Carmen: Welcome to the Yucatan Peninsula

Sitting on a stretch of white sand beach along the Mayan Riviera, Playa del Carmen bursts with energy and international travellers. Strolling the pedestrian Quinta Avenida takes you past seemingly endless shops, bars and restaurants with the beach and blue sea just beyond. We welcome you to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, and invite you to embrace the landscapes, history and incredible food that this region has to offer. Arrive to Cancún airport at any time and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends.

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

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. 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.

Hyatt Centric Playa del Carmen:
Hyatt Centric Playa del Carmen

DAY 2
Valladolid: Visit Chichen Itzá
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DAY 3
Mérida hacienda: A Living Ranch
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DAY 4
Mérida Hacienda: Cenotes
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DAY 5
Mérida hacienda: Your OMG Day
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DAY 6
Tulum: Seaside Coastal Ruins
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DAY 7
Tulum: Explore the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve
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DAY 8
Tulum
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Yaxunah Community Lunch, Yaxuná
  • Your G for Good Moment: Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve Excursion, Sian Ka'an
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Foodie Moment: Traditional Cochinita Pibil Meal Experience, Sotuta de Peón
  • Your OMG Day: Visit Uxmal or Kayak in the Celestún Biosphere, Mérida
  • Complimentary arrival transfer
  • Welcome dinner
  • Guided tour of Chichen Itzá archaeological site
  • CEO-led orientation walk in Valladolid
  • Tour of a working agave hacienda
  • Excursion to cycle between and swim in cenotes
  • City tour of Mérida
  • Guided tour of Tulum ruins
  • Full-day excursion to Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve
  • Farewell dinner
  • All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (4 nts), Historic Working Hacienda (3 nts).
Meals
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula: Mayan Ruins & Cenotes Departure Dates

All Years

StartEndingAvailabilityPrices from
Sat, May 30 2026Sat, Jun 06 2026Open (14)$2,464.15 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Oct 17 2026Sat, Oct 24 2026Open (16)$2,899 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Oct 31 2026Sat, Nov 07 2026Open (16)$3,749 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Nov 14 2026Sat, Nov 21 2026Open (12)$3,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Nov 28 2026Sat, Dec 05 2026Open (15)$3,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Dec 19 2026Sat, Dec 26 2026Open (16)$3,549 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: Yaxunah Community Lunch, Yaxuná
Your G for Good Moment: Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve Excursion, Sian Ka'an
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Traditional Cochinita Pibil Meal Experience, Sotuta de Peón
Your OMG Day: Visit Uxmal or Kayak in the Celestún Biosphere, Mérida. Complimentary arrival transfer. Welcome dinner. Guided tour of Chichen Itzá archaeological site. CEO-led orientation walk in Valladolid. Tour of a working agave hacienda. Excursion to cycle between and swim in cenotes. City tour of Mérida. Guided tour of Tulum ruins. Full-day excursion to Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. Farewell dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Marvel at the giant pyramid at Chichen Itzá, Stay at an historic working hacienda, Cycle between cenotes and swim in the cool water, Wander the seaside archaeological site of Tulum, Explore the Sian Ka'an Biosphere reserve by boat and on foot.

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.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

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.

QUINTANA ROO TOURIST TAX
Please note there may be an approximately $45 USD tourist tax at Cancún International Airport, however it is usually included in international tickets. Please verify with your airline if the departure tax is included in your airfare.

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