Mexico · Archaeology

6-Day Yucatán Mayan Sites Tour with Calakmul and Bacalar

6 Days Round trip from Chichén-Itzá Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Chichén Itzá, Wonder of the World
  • 02 Explore Izamal, a Magical Town
  • 03 Motorboat tour through the Natural Reserve of Celestún to see pink flamingos
  • 04 Discover the fortressed city of Campeche, Patrimony of Humanity
  • 05 Explore the Biosphere Reserve and ancient Mayan city of Calakmul
  • 06 Visit an XVIII Century Hacienda
  • 07 Relax by Bacalar Lagoon
  • 08 Reach Tulum on the Caribbean coast

This is a fantastic personalized itinerary through the Yucatán Peninsula, visiting the top highlights of the region as well as hidden places off the beaten path. Discover the best of the Yucatán Peninsula while tasting Mexican food and experiencing real Mexican culture. Explore Mayan cities, wildlife, colourful towns, and delicious Mexican food, and live the true Mexico on this fabulous 6-day private tour.

This is a fantastic personalized itinerary through the Yucatán Peninsula, visiting the top highlights of the region as well as hidden places off the beaten path.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities San Francisco de Campeche, Merida, Chichen Itza, Tulum, Bacalar, Celestún, Izamal
Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Chichén Itzá, Izamal, and Mérida

  • Transfer and visit to Chichén Itzá.
  • Visit the colonial town of Izamal.
  • Reach the city of Mérida.

Overnight stay in Mérida.

2
Day 02

Celestún Reserve and Campeche

  • Motorboat tour into the Celestún Natural Reserve to see pink flamingos.
  • Continue to Campeche.

Overnight stay in Campeche.

3
Day 03

Fort of San Miguel and Campeche

  • Visit the Fort of San Miguel and the archaeological museum.
  • Tour Campeche and its fortresses.

Overnight stay in Campeche.

4
Day 04

XVIII Century Hacienda and Calakmul

  • Visit an XVIII Century Hacienda.
  • Explore Calakmul Biosphere Reserve.

Overnight stay in Xpujil.

5
Day 05

Calakmul and Bacalar Lagoon

  • Explore the biosphere reserve and the Mayan city of Calakmul.
  • Continue to the lagoon of Bacalar.

Overnight stay in Bacalar.

6
Day 06

Transfer to Tulum

  • In the morning, reach Tulum. Transfer to your destination.
Chichén Itzá, Celestún Natural Reserve, Bacalar Lagoon, Izamal

Where this trip takes you

Chichén Itzá, Celestún Natural Reserve, Bacalar Lagoon, Izamal

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Chichén-Itzá 7 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private guide/driver proficient in English and French, with all expenses included
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel in double occupancy for 5 nights with breakfasts
  • Entrances to Chichén Itzá, Tulum, Calakmul, and the Celestún boat tour
  • Parking lots and toll roads
  • Travelers insurance on board
  • Purified bottled water

What's Not Included

  • Any meals and beverages not mentioned
  • Any entrances and activities not mentioned
  • Flights and migration charges
  • Personal expenses and tips

What to bring

  • Clothes
  • Swimming suits
  • Towels
  • Caps, hats
  • Sunscreen, sunblock, mosquito repellent
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Rain coat and jacket
  • Cash

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Chichén-Itzá, Yucatan, Mexico
Tour start
Chichén-Itzá, Yucatan, Mexico
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Chichén-Itzá.

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