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8 Days | Discover Maya ruins, historic towns and expansive beaches in Mexico
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Start
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Finish
Tulum, Mexico
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Trip Code
QBPN
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Boat
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Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (4 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
From £2,651(8 days)
Trip Informations
When it comes to vibrant culture and varied cuisine, there’s nowhere quite like Mexico. Get a taste of the country’s best on an eight-day Premium adventure through Mexico City, Puebla and Oaxaca. Join expert local guides to uncover the ancient secrets of Teotihuacan, Cholula and the Mitla ruins and see the world’s widest tree, over 1500 years old! Take your taste buds on a trip, from the beckoning street food stalls of the capital to a home cooked Zapotecan lunch and a creative dining experience in Oaxaca and attend some local artisan workshops, working with obsidian and beeswax. Your experienced local leader will show you the heart of a country that is sure to leave you captivated.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Visit the spectacular ruins of Chichen Itza (one of the new Seven Wonders of the World), Muyil and Tulum where your local leader and expert guides will bring thousands of years of Maya history to life.
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Gain a deeper understanding of local life during a Exclusive Experience to the secluded Laguna Chabela Maya community, where you’ll learn how modern Maya people preserve the traditions of their ancestors and try your hand and making a tortilla before a delicious feast in the jungle.
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Experience the old-world charm of your Feature Stay accommodation in Merida – a historic 17th century mansion turned boutique hotel with elegant decor and traditional touches.
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Enjoy an Exclusive Experience at the Celestun Bird Sanctuary and Biosphere Reserve – a bird-lover’s dream. Learn about conservation efforts while looking out for colourful flora and fauna on a boat ride and see the natural springs before stopping by the Gulf of Mexico for a swim.
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Swim in a cenote, float down the crystal-clear Muyil canals created by the Maya over 1000 years ago and visit a laid-back beach club in Tulum to make the best of the Yucatan peninsula.
Is this trip right for you?
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Some included activities, such as guided tours of archaeological sites can involve a lot of walking. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
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The tropical climate of Central America means conditions can be hot and humid. Always carry plenty of water with you and stay hydrated, especially on walking tours.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Playa Del Carmen
- DAY 2Valladolid
- DAY 3Merida - Chichen Itza
- DAY 4Merida
- DAY 5Merida
- DAY 6Tulum
- DAY 7Tulum
- DAY 8Tulum
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
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Private vehicle, Boat
bed Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (4 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
festival Activities
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circlePlaya del Carmen - Welcome Dinner
circleValladolid - Home-cooked lunch
circleValladolid - Tortilla making demonstration
circleValladolid - Mayan homestead visit
circleChichen Itza - Cenote swim stop
circleChichen Itza - Home-cooked pibil lunch
circleChichen Itza - Archaeological site with local guide
circleMerida - Leader-led orientation walk
circleMerida - Celestun Biosphere Reserve tour
circleTulum - Muyil river float
circleTulum - Muyil archaeological site with local guide
circleTulum - Archaeological site visit
circleTulum - Farewell Dinner
circleTulum – Beach Club Visit
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circleMerida - Regional Museum of Yucatan - MXN95
circleMerida - Uxmal Ruins tour (inc. shared transport and guide) - MXN1470
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Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 21, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£2,651
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Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Saturday Jul 19, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£2,651
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Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Saturday Sep 20, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,651
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Saturday Oct 11, 2025
Saturday Oct 18, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,651
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Saturday Oct 25, 2025
Saturday Nov 01, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£2,811
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Saturday Nov 08, 2025
Saturday Nov 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,970
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Saturday Nov 15, 2025
Saturday Nov 22, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,970
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Saturday Nov 22, 2025
Saturday Nov 29, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
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Saturday Dec 13, 2025
Saturday Dec 20, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,811
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Saturday Dec 20, 2025
Saturday Dec 27, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,651
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Saturday Jan 10, 2026
Saturday Jan 17, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,948
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Saturday Feb 07, 2026
Saturday Feb 14, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£3,119
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Saturday Feb 14, 2026
Saturday Feb 21, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£3,119
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Saturday Feb 21, 2026
Saturday Feb 28, 2026
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£3,119
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Saturday Mar 07, 2026
Saturday Mar 14, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,948
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Important notes
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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. It is recommended that you keep your main luggage weight around 15kg and certainly no more than 20kg. A small or medium-sized backpack (45-50 litres) is another good option.
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4. Travel is always an adventure and, as destinations reopen, there are a few challenges as everyone gets back up to speed and adjusts to the new normal. Our leaders are experts when it comes to dealing with anything unexpected along the journey, so pack your understanding and flexibility, sit back and relax while they take care of the rest.
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