Merida Tours & Trips

Cyclists venture between Santa Barbara cenotes from Merida for refreshing swims in crystal-clear waters. The city's vibrant main plaza comes alive at night, with hammocks awaiting at your centrally-located hostel. Rated 5.0/5, guides lead tours featuring authentic Yucatecan cuisine.

The route from Cancún through the Yucatán Peninsula takes you to the UNESCO-listed ruins of Uxmal and Chichén Itzá, where certified guides explain the history of El Castillo pyramid, the Ball Court, and the Sacred Cenote. Overnight in Mérida with breakfast included, then head to the colonial town of Izamal to check out the Convent of Saint Anthony of Padua built on top of a massive pre-Hispanic platform. This 2-day tour includes regional lunches, private air-conditioned transport, and entrance fees to all archaeological sites. Groups are capped at 20 travelers, making it ideal for families and culture enthusiasts.

Mérida's colonial architecture comes alive during a panoramic tour of Montejo Avenue, the Monument to the Homeland, and the historic residential district. The nearby UNESCO-listed Uxmal archaeological site features the 35-meter Pyramid of the Magician and the intricately decorated Governor's Palace rising above the jungle canopy. Stay at Del Gobernador or Mision de Fray Diego, with comfortable air-conditioned transportation throughout this seven-day trip at comfort-level accommodations.

Several major archaeological sites across the Yucatán Peninsula include UNESCO-listed Chichén Itzá with its iconic Pyramid of Kukulcán, the coastal ruins of Tulum overlooking the Caribbean Sea, and the vast archaeological complex of Coba featuring the tallest pyramid in the region. The architectural marvels of Uxmal and the ornately decorated temples of Kabah adorned with Chaac rain god masks await your visit. Colonial Mérida and the yellow-painted streets of Izamal, home to the world's second-largest convent atrium, round out the cultural stops. This 4-day adventure accommodates ages 2+ with flexible pacing and optional light and sound shows at both Chichén Itzá and Uxmal. Hotel stays throughout the trip are included.

Mexico's Mayan heartland reveals the UNESCO-listed Palenque archaeological site, the famous Chichen Itza pyramid, and Uxmal's Puuc architecture. A boat ride through Sumidero Canyon on the Grijalva River, swimming beneath the turquoise cascades at Agua Azul and Misol Ha waterfalls, and visits to the indigenous villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán teach you about local traditions. 5 nights in 4-star hotels across San Cristóbal de Las Casas, Palenque, Campeche, and Mérida include daily American-style breakfasts and bilingual guides throughout this 6-day trip.

Walk around Merida's colonial Plaza Grande and along Paseo de Montejo after visiting UNESCO-listed Chichén Itzá and swimming in cenote Ik-kil. UNESCO site Uxmal features the Pyramid of the Magician with plenty of time to wander the grounds. El Castellano in Merida provides your accommodation with lunches at local restaurants included throughout. German-speaking guides accompany you from colonial Valladolid across the Yucatán Peninsula to Izamal's golden Convent of San Antonio de Padua. Comfort-level accommodations suitable for ages 2+.

Mérida serves as your gateway to the UNESCO-listed Uxmal archaeological site, known for its intricate Puuc-style decorations and towering pyramids. Comfortable accommodations in Mérida provide a base after visiting the sacred Chichén Itzá, where the serpent god Kukulcán descends the pyramid steps during equinoxes. This 5-day adventure welcomes travelers aged 2+, with daily breakfasts included and Spanish or English-speaking guides throughout southeastern Mexico.

VIP airport pickup welcomes you to Merida with premium hotel accommodation. Private tours led by expert guides showcase nearby wonders like the yellow-painted Convento de San Antonio in Izamal and the ancient Pirámide Kinich Kak Moo, dating from 400-600 AD.

Mexico's most interesting regions unfold from the towering cliffs of Sumidero Canyon to the UNESCO-listed ruins of Palenque, Uxmal, and Chichén Itzá. Authentic Tzotzil Maya culture in San Juan Chamula's candlelit cathedral, swimming beneath the turquoise waterfalls of Chiapas, and walking through the colonial streets of Mérida fill the itinerary. The trip finishes with a scenic ride aboard the innovative Maya Train from Chichén Itzá to Cancún Airport.