What would be an example itinerary between Mexico City and Cancun?

A well-structured 13-day route connects Mexico City to Cancun through Mexico's cultural heartland. Starting in Mexico City the journey includes the ancient Teotihuacan pyramids and Basilica of Guadalupe before heading to the colonial cities of Puebla and Oaxaca with its Monte Alban ruins. The path continues through San Cristobal de las Casas Palenque's Mayan sites and Campeche's historic center. Final stops feature Merida Chichen Itza and Cancun's Caribbean coast. Accommodations range from the centrally located Hotel Oaxaca Real to the jungle-surrounded Chan-Kah Resort Village. As noted by a TourRadar traveler "this route perfectly combines ancient ruins colonial cities and ends with the beautiful Caribbean coast."

What's the most common destinations to visit between Mexico City to Cancun?

The classic route between these cities takes travelers through Mexico's most significant historical and cultural sites. Key stops include the pyramids of Teotihuacan the colonial architecture of Puebla the markets of Oaxaca the highland town of San Cristobal de las Casas the Mayan ruins of Palenque the yellow city of Merida and the archaeological wonder of Chichen Itza. Travelers often stay at established properties like Mexico City's Hotel Geneve or Palenque's Chan-Kah Resort Village. One TourRadar traveler noted "visiting Monte Alban in Oaxaca and the Mayan ruins of Palenque were absolute highlights - these stops shouldn't be missed."

What is the average distance covered on a Mexico City to Cancun tour?

The journey spans roughly 2500-3000 kilometers (1550-1860 miles) crossing through the states of Puebla Oaxaca Chiapas and Yucatan. Key segments include Mexico City to Oaxaca at 470 km Oaxaca to San Cristobal stretching 650 km and the final leg from Merida to Cancun covering 300 km. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The distances were well planned with comfortable breaks and interesting stops along the way."

What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Mexico City to Cancun tour?

Tours typically cost between 1800-3500 USD per person with most 13-14 day trips averaging 2500 USD. This price usually covers lodging some meals transportation and guided excursions. The Oaxaca Adventure tour for instance runs 2465 USD for 14 days with stays at established hotels like Hotel Oaxaca Real. According to one TourRadar traveler "while not cheap the tour provided excellent value considering all the included activities and quality accommodations."

What are the average tour lengths for tours from Mexico City to Cancun?

Most tours run between 7-16 days though 12-14 days is standard for a comprehensive experience. The Overland Adventure tour takes 13 days to explore major sites like Teotihuacan Monte Alban and Chichen Itza. Accommodations include stays at the Regente Hotel in Mexico City and Krystal Cancun Hotel. A TourRadar traveler noted "We got to see many destinations in just the right amount of time which was awesome."

What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary between Mexico City and Cancun?

A standard itinerary allocates Days 1-3 to Mexico City's historic center and Teotihuacan with accommodation at NH Reforma. Days 4-5 cover Puebla and Oaxaca's colonial heritage and Monte Alban. Days 6-7 focus on San Cristobal de las Casas' indigenous culture staying at Casa Mexicana. Days 8-9 explore Palenque's ruins followed by Days 10-11 in Campeche and Merida at Hotel Villa Mercedes. The final Days 12-13 visit Chichen Itza before reaching Cancun. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The itinerary was perfectly balanced between cultural sites natural wonders and colonial cities."

Mexico City to Cancun Tours

Find adventures that start in Mexico City and then finish in Cancun. Trips from Mexico City to Cancun are most popular in February, with the most tours doing this route then.

10 best Mexico City to Cancun tour packages

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In-depth Cultural
Mexican Roots and Routes
5.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Queretaro, Puebla, Oaxaca,San Pablo Villa de Mitla,Tuxtla Gutierrez,Chiapa de Corzo,Zinacantan,San Juan Teotihuacán,San Cristóbal de las Casas,Palenque,Campeche,Merida,Izamal,Chichen Itza,Rio Lagartos,Cancun+13 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
From
US$2,403per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Aztecs & Mayas
4.3 (16 traveler reviews)
"The tour of the indigenous area was fantastic and done with sensitivity. The hotels were very good and in good locations with breakfast provided."
Vidette, traveled in July
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán, Tuxtla Gutierrez,Canon del Sumidero,San Cristobel de Las Casas,San Juan Chamula,Zinacantan,Palenque,Campeche,Uxmal,Merida,Chichen Itza,Cancun+10 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Destination Services Mexico
20% Off
From $2,915
US$2,332per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Food & Culinary
Mexico City, Oaxaca City & Merida City (Delight Mexican Cuisine)
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"The tour is very go go go but is very inciting."
craig, traveled in September
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Oaxaca, Santa Maria del Tule,Teotitlan del Valle,San Pablo Villa de Mitla,Merida,Cuzama,Uxmal,Chichen Itza,Cancun+7 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Destination Services Mexico
20% Off
From $2,547
US$2,037per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Viva Mexico Tour - 12 Days
4.4 (5 traveler reviews)
"Extraordinary experience. I would highly recommend this tour."
john, traveled in November
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán, Oaxaca, Monte Alban,San Pablo Villa de Mitla,Merida,Uxmal,Chichen Itza,Cancun+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
SAT Mexico Tour and Travel
20% Off
From
US$2,560per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Mexico Southern Adventure - 12 Days
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"The hotels were great. They were all centrally located and of good quality, so that was nice."
Steve, traveled in February
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán, Tuxtla Gutierrez,San Juan Chamula,San Cristóbal de las Casas,Misol-Ha Waterfalls,Palenque,Villahermosa,Cancun,Tulum,Isla Mujeres,Chichen Itza+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
SAT Mexico Tour and Travel
20% Off
From
US$2,325per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
The Most Mexico: Central Mexico, Yucatan & Cancún
5.0 (25 traveler reviews)
"My time in Mexico was everything I could have imagined and more. It introduced me to new friends and let me explore mexico feeling safe and supported."
Rhianna, traveled in March
Duration
16 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Puerto Escondido, Merida,Valladolid,Tulum,Cancun+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From
US$2,449per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Discover Mexico
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Monte Alban,Teotitlan del Valle,Tehuantepec,San Cristóbal de las Casas,Palenque,Campeche,Uxmal,Merida,Izamal,Chichen Itza,Cancun+10 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Exodus Adventure Travels
9% Off
From $5,848
US$5,325per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Educational
MAGIC SOUTH – EAST
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Mexico City, San Andres Cholula, Puebla, Monte Alban,Oaxaca,San Pablo Villa de Mitla,Tuxtla Gutierrez,Canon del Sumidero,Chiapa de Corzo,Zinacantan,San Juan Chamula,San Cristóbal de las Casas,Ocosingo,Agua Azul Waterfalls,Palenque,Campeche,Merida,Izamal,Chichen Itza,Rio Lagartos,Valladolid,Cancun+18 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
EUROLATINO Tour Operators
9% Off
From
US$2,219per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Health, Spa & Wellness
Discover the heart and soul of Mexico - 7 days
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán, Cancun, Tulum
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Receptivo Aborigen Tours
10% Off
From $1,399
US$1,259per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Best of Mexico 11 Days - Private Tour
1.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Puebla, San Andres Cholula,San Juan Teotihuacán,Taxco,Cuernavaca,Cancun,Chichen Itza,Valladolid,Isla Mujeres,Mujeres Island,Tulum,Coba+10 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
GUIDEcuador Travel
10% Off
From
US$4,380per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Explorer
From Mexico City to Cancun
3.8 (5 traveler reviews)
"Very informative, good hotels and spectacular scenery."
Fatima, traveled in August
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, San Pablo Villa de Mitla,Tuxtla Gutierrez,Chiapa de Corzo,Zinacantan,San Cristóbal de las Casas,Palenque,Ocosingo,Villahermosa,Campeche,Merida,Izamal,Chichen Itza,Rio Lagartos,Cancun+13 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
10% Off
From
US$1,942per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Active
The Taste of Mexico
3.3 (14 traveler reviews)
"Great variety of tours and excursions. Good standard of hotels."
Catharina, traveled in June
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Oaxaca, San Cristobel de Las Casas,Canon del Sumidero,Agua Azul Waterfalls,Palenque,Merida,Uxmal,Chichen Itza,Cancun+7 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Physical Rating
Active
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Marvelus Travel
10% Off
From
US$1,100per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
8 Days Tailor-Made Best Mexico Family Tour, Daily Start (Private Guide and Car)
5.0 (10 traveler reviews)
"The drivers were conscientious and responsible. They were praiseworthy, rich in historical knowledge, and accommodating!"
Liam, traveled in June
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán, Puebla, Oaxaca, Cancun,Chichen Itza+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Agate Travel
10% Off
From
US$4,609per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Mexico Highlights (from Mexico City) Express Travel Pass
4.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"Everything worked just fine."
Jette, traveled in February
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Mexico City, San Juan Teotihuacán, Puebla, Oaxaca,San Cristobel de Las Casas,Agua Azul Waterfalls,Palenque,Merida,Chichen Itza,Playa del Carmen,Cancun+7 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Bamba Travel
10% Off
From
US$1,183per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Mexico City to Mayan Ruins - 15 Days
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca, Tuxtla Gutierrez,San Cristóbal de las Casas,Palenque,Campeche,Uxmal,Merida,Chichen Itza,Cancun+7 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
10% Off
From
US$6,510per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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