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Yucatan & Cancún: Merida, Mayan Ruins, & Beachside Livin'

9 days
From Merida to Cancun
5.0
31 traveler reviews

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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 24
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Mérida

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Mérida city
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  2. Day 2

    Mérida

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Santa Barbara Cenotes Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Mérida city
    • Relax in hammock at hostel
    Landmarks
    Santa Barbara Cenotes
  3. Day 3

    Mérida to Valladolid

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Yucatan dishes cooked over the fire including pollo pibil and tamales with fresh handmade tortillas, with cultural presentation about the Mayas)

    Included Activities

    • Chichen Itzá Guided Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided exploration of Chichen Itzá
    Landmarks
    Chichen Itzá
  4. Day 4

    Valladolid to Tulum

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Tulum Ruins Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Beach time at Tulum
    • Explore local bars and cafes
    Landmarks
    Tulum Ruins
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  5. Day 5

    Tulum

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkelling at Xel-Há Natural Water Park
    • Visit cenotes
    • Relax on beach
    • Dance at beach clubs
    Landmarks
    Xel-Há
  6. Day 6

    Tulum to Cancún

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at El Hongo, a community project that supports youth art initiatives)

    Included Activities

    • El Hongo Mexican Community Restaurant & Youth Art Program

    Optional Activities

    • Browse shops on La Quinta pedestrian strip
    Landmarks
    El Hongo Mexican Community Restaurant & Youth Art Program
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  7. Day 7

    Cancún

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Yucatecan lunch prepared with local community involvement)

    Included Activities

    • Yucatecan Community Lunch Experience and Cenote Swim

    Optional Activities

    • Beach time at Cancún
    • Relax at hostel pool
  8. Day 8

    Cancún

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Day trip to Isla Mujeres
    • Day trip to Playa del Carmen
    • Beach time at Cancún
    • Explore hostel hangout spots
    • Visit bars and clubs
    Landmarks
    Isla Mujeres
  9. Day 9

    Cancún

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extend stay at the beach
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Number of tours

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5.0
Overall rating based on 31 Reviews
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    4.0
  • Transport
    2.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    2.0
  • Food
    4.0
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    January 16th, 2024
    5.0
    Amazing experience, nice people (including our CEO Liam!), fun way to travel and explore things.
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    January 25th, 2024
    5.0
    This was my first time travelling by myself and with a tour group, I had a lot of fun and would definitely go on a...
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    October 17th, 2023
    5.0
    I think this is great for first time travellers or 50th time travellers. It offers a more hands on approach to...
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    November 27th, 2023
    5.0
    I had an amazing time
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    October 18th, 2023
    5.0
    Incredible trip, I saw so many things I wouldn’t have seen if I was travelling by myself. Kevin our guide is the best...
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    October 17th, 2023
    5.0
    Great activities and company. Overall a fantastic travel experience! Our tour guide Kevin was exceptional and made...
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    December 10th, 2023
    5.0
    The G Adventures trip provided an exceptional mix of culture, relaxation, and enjoyment.
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  • A
    February 7th, 2024
    5.0
    Great way to travel solo with other people!
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  • A
    May 4th, 2024
    5.0
    I absolutely loved my time in Mexico - getting to see the highlights with a group of new friends, accompanied by such...
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    May 10th, 2024
    5.0
    One of the best travel experiences I’ve had!
    Traveled in April 2024
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    Margaret

    Asked on December 3rd, 2025

    Do you have March 2026 dates for this trip? Or other availability in January, like Jan 17-24

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      Margaret

      TravelerWritten December 2025

      Also we are over 39 so do you have tours for all ages

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2025

      Please see the below link for options for travellers 40+

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    Arvid

    Asked on March 8th, 2025

    What are the reasons for different price ranges on various tour dates?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2025

      Prices vary depending on availability and demand for specific dates.

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    Cindy

    Asked on February 23rd, 2025

    Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      An arrival transfer is not included in the price, but can be added for an extra fee.

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    Nora

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    Are meals provided during the tour?

    Meals
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      The trip includes some meals, but for dietary needs, you should inform the operator in advance.

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    Luca

    Asked on February 14th, 2025

    Is there a packing list available?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, the packing list can be found on the page with your itinerary.

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    Alexandra

    Asked on January 10th, 2025

    What type of accommodation will be provided?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Accommodation typically consists of multi-share hostels, with possible upgrades for private rooms.

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    Dean

    Asked on December 4th, 2024

    Would like to know if the bathrooms are private for each room or is shared with all the guests?

    Accommodation
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      Accommodation on this tour will be primarily in multi-share hostels (typically 6-8 people per room), with a choice of mixed gender and female-only dorms as well as available upgrades to twin-share rooms (same gender). Where hostels are used as accommodations, bathrooms will be shared with other guests. We have other styles of tours that use hotels as the accommodation, hotel rooms would have a private bathroom.

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    Sherry

    Asked on September 30th, 2024

    Can I book additional nights at the hostel?

    Accommodation
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      You can book extra nights directly with the hostel or through Hostelworld.

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    Bas

    Asked on April 6th, 2024

    Are there options for solo travelers?

    Single supplement
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten April 2024

      Solo travelers will share accommodations with other solo travelers of the same gender.

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    Joshua

    Asked on April 4th, 2024

    Will we visit Chichen Itza on this trip?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten April 2024

      Yes, there is a guided tour of Chichen Itza included in the itinerary.

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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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