6-Day Cancun and Yucatán Tour with Chichen Itza and Isla Mujeres

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Catamaran cruise to Isla Mujeres with snorkeling at the Underwater Museum
• 02 Guided visit to Chichen Itza, one of the most visited archaeological sites in the Americas
• 03 Swim in clear-water cenotes, including a blue-water cave setting
• 04 Snorkel near sea turtles in Akumal with gear included
• 05 Explore the pre-Columbian Maya walled city of Tulum by exotic beaches
• 06 Free time to stroll through the colonial town of Valladolid
• 07 Guided buggy tour around Cozumel's tropical landscapes
• 08 Experience the street life and nightlife of Playa del Carmen and Cancun's Hotel Zone

Discover the vibrant street life of Playa del Carmen before heading out to Cozumel for a guided buggy tour and time to swim. Explore the world-famous ruins of Chichen Itza, cool off in clear-water cenotes, and enjoy free time in the colonial town of Valladolid. Continue to Tulum, blue-water caves, and Akumal for snorkeling near sea turtles, then experience the nightlife of Cancun's Hotel Zone. The journey ends with a catamaran cruise to the Underwater Museum and Isla Mujeres, with snorkeling, lunch, and an open bar included.

Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most visited archaeological sites in the Americas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Valladolid, Chichen Itza, Tulum, Akumal, Isla Mujeres

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

The Shopping And Street Life of Playa del Carmen

• Although our tour starts in Playa del Carmen.
• First, you will be picked up at the airport in Cancun.
• Let's check out the street life.
• Nowadays, Playa del Carmen’s Fifth Avenue is lined with hundreds of shops, bars and restaurants.
• Tourism to this once small fishing town began with the passenger ferry service to Cozumel, an island across the channel.

2

Day 02

Cruising Cozumel Island on a Fascinating-Looking Vehicle

• We go on a daytrip today.
• From the pier in Playa del Carmen, we catch the ferry to the island of Cozumel, which takes about 30 minutes to reach.
• Large parts of this island are covered with mangrove forest and is home to many endemic animal species.
• We are provided with a guided buggy tour, covering the popular attractions.
• We also have time for swimming.
• By the way, lunch is included on today’s tour.

3

Day 03

A World Famous Archaeological Site, a Clear-Water Sinkhole And Sightseeing in a Colonial TownDay 3: A World Famous Archaeological Site, a Clear-Water Sinkhole And Sightseeing in a Colonial Town

• We are going on another daytrip today.
• We are firstly taken to the ruins of Chichen Itza.
• There we are provided with a guided tour.
• Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most visited archaeological sites in the Americas.
• Next, we head to a sinkhole (a.k.a. cenote).
• Created as a result of a meteor crashing into the area approximately 66 million years ago and used only centuries ago by the indigenous tribe for sacrificial offerings, nowadays this cenote is used by tourists like us who enjoy swimming in clear waters.
• Lunch is included on today’s tour, near the cenote.
• Lastly, we visit a colonial town called Valladolid.
• There we have around 30 minutes to walk around freely.
• The highlights are the cathedral, city hall and central park.

4

Day 04

Swimming Turtles, Canyoning Under Blue-Water Caves And an Exotic Maya Walled City

• Before relocating to Cancun, we go on another daytrip.
• The first destination is Tulum.
• There we are provided with a guided tour of a pre-Columbian Maya walled city surrounded by exotic beaches and well-groomed landscape.
• Next, we check out a sinkhole which features blue waters and caves.
• There we go swimming.
• Afterwards, we have lunch, which is included on today’s tour.
• After our meal, we head to a beach resort town called Akumal.
• There we swim near to sea turtles.
• Snorkeling gear is included.
• The day ends in Cancun.
• We make sure to check out the 'Hotel Zone'.
• Almost always filled in the evenings with tourists, this shopping and nightlife area is best described as a huge venue which gets top entertainers and DJs.

5

Day 05

An Open Bar on a Catamaran Headed for the 'Island of Women'

• We go on a daytrip today.
• From the pier in Cancun, we get onto a catamaran headed to the Underwater Museum.
• There we go snorkeling.
• Sea turtles are often seen while snorkeling.
• Next, we cruise to a beach club on the island of Isla Mujeres (a.k.a. the Island of Women).
• There we have lunch, which is included on today’s tour.
• Also, included on this beach club is an open bar.
• After our meal, we get back onto the catamaran and are taken to the other side of the island.
• This is where the city center is located.
• We have about an hour and a half to walk around and shop.
• Alternatively, you could rent a golf cart and drive around the island.
• We get back onto the catamaran by 4:30pm and return to Cancun around 6:00pm.

6

Day 06

Our Tour Ends This Morning

• Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport in Cancun.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Lodging
• English-speaking tour guides
• All ground and water transportation
• All activities in the itinerary below
• All entry fees
• Your own on-call concierge
• Breakfasts
• Open bar x 1
• Lunches x 4

What's Not Included

• Any airfare
• Alcohol
• Travel insurance
• Any government-imposed visa fees
• Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

• Lockable waterproof backpack (to bring onto the boat)
• Waterproof case for your identification card and credit cards (when swimming)
• Water shoes
• Adapters for your electronic devices

Know before you go

• Although airfare is not included in the price, we will find you the flights you need. Just ask.
• All participants must book travel insurance within 72 hours of booking this tour. At a minimum, such insurance must cover cancellations, medical expenses, evacuations, flight loss or delays, and 24/7 assistance.
• 1-2 persons for one room: $1,250
• 3-4 persons for two rooms: $2,500
• 5-6 persons for three rooms: $3,750
• 7-8 persons for four rooms: $5,000
• 9-10 persons for five rooms: $6,250
• International airfare is available for VIP members only - ask us for details.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Tour start

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.