How long is the van ride from Cancun to Holbox? And how long to Merida? Same question about from Merida to Playa de Carmen?

Cancun - Holbox: Three hours with a van + 30min ferry. Holbox - Merida: direct is around five hours, but we do chichen itza and cenote in the middle so it take us the whole day. Merida - Playa: Approximately four hours.

I am a UGC creator would you be open to a collaboration with this trip for myself and partner? I can send my porfolio of work

Please reach out if you would like to discuss this further.

What hotels do we stay if we decide to go?

It depends on which departure trip you do. All hotels also get confirmed nearer the departure date, so everything is subject to change. They are all twin-share hotel rooms though.

Does this Mexico tour include plane tickets?

Unfortunately the price of this tour doesn't include any flights.

What are the hotel categories and transportation types on this tour?

We use 2/3 star hotels and are not luxury. We are a backpacking company targeting the 18-40 age group.

I am travelling solo for this trip. I am 39 years old. Can i still join this tour?

We can take new TruTravellers up to the age of 45, or up to 50 for Returning Customer.

Would you please tell me how old are the participants more or less?

The average age of the tours can vary, but they are designed for 18-30s.

I am a 22 years old student. I like the itinerary Mexico Youcatan Loop. My only concern is the group age. I would like to join a group belonging to 20-25 yrs old, or a bit older. Is there any option with this kind of age band?

In regards to ages, for that particular date, the ages of our guests currently booked on are: 21, 29, 29, 26, 27, 27, 21, 25, 30. Our trips are designed for 18-30s, so this is a good representation general demographics of our trips.

For the trip to Mexico, there is swimming in cenotes, would life jackets be provided if we do not know how to swim

Yes - life jackets should be provided at the cenotes.

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Day 1
Cancun
Cancun
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner by the pool
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- Browse Market 28
- Explore Parque de las Palapas
- Relax on Cancun beach
Landmarks
Market 28
Parque de las Palapas
Cancun Beach
Day 2
Cancun to Holbox
Cancun to Holbox
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- Boat transfer to Holbox
- Sunset viewing at Holbox beach
Landmarks
Holbox Beach
Day 3
Islands Boat Trip
Islands Boat Trip
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- Three islands boat trip
- Visit to Bird Island
- Eye of the Water cenote swimming
- Passion Island flamingo viewing
Landmarks
Bird Island
Eye of the Water Cenote
Passion Island
Day 4
Chichen Itza - Merida
Chichen Itza - Merida
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- Chichen Itza guided tour
- Cenote Yokdzonot swimming
- Merida orientation walk
Landmarks
Chichen Itza
Cenote Yokdzonot
Day 5
Cenotes Day Trip
Cenotes Day Trip
Meals
Lunch
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- Cenotes day trip with bicycles
- Swimming at three cenotes
- Tequila tasting
- Local Mexican feast dinner
Optional Activities
- Salsa dancing at Merida bars
Day 6
Merida to Playa del Carmen
Merida to Playa del Carmen
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- Final evening gathering with group
Optional Activities
- Relax on Playa del Carmen beach
- Explore beach bars
- Explore Playa del Carmen
Landmarks
Playa del Carmen Beach
Day 7
Checkout
Checkout
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- Onward travel arrangements

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Market 28
Parque de las Palapas
Cancun Beach

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Holbox Beach

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Bird Island
Eye of the Water Cenote
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Chichen Itza
Cenote Yokdzonot

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Anna
February 25th, 2026
Perfect way to discover the Yucatan peninsula with the perfect Tour guide, Alejandro :)
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Natasha
July 19th, 2025
Eve was amazing - super organised, super fun, super knowledgeable. I loved the bioluminescence and the bike ride. The...
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Hannah
July 19th, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed the Yucatán loop tour with Evelyn! The tour was so busy and there were many activities included....
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Patrick
July 19th, 2025
It was an amazing tour, next time i will have to do a longer one as it went by so quick. There was activities...
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July 19th, 2025
Evelyn was an amazing tour guide – warm, knowledgeable, and always full of positive energy. She made the entire...
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July 19th, 2025
Eve was so positive and enthusiastic throughout the entire tour. She was helpful and kind and made us all feel at...
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Eve was such a compelling enthusiast and supportive guide. She really made me feel safe and excited about the tour...
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Zoe
July 19th, 2025
Evelyn was such a great guide. She was knowledge, organised and I felt in very safe hands with her. She went above...
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Myrthe
July 19th, 2025
Eve was amazing she knew everything. Made me feel at home and was really nice. Arranged everything so good
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Ellie
July 19th, 2025
Eve is AMAZING. Honestly the best tour guide EVER! Kept everyone so safe whilst having fun.
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Rachel
Asked on April 25th, 2026
How long is the van ride from Cancun to Holbox? And how long to Merida? Same question about from Merida to Playa de Carmen?
Transport
- TruTravelsOperator•Written April 2026
  Cancun - Holbox: Three hours with a van + 30min ferry. Holbox - Merida: direct is around five hours, but we do chichen itza and cenote in the middle so it take us the whole day. Merida - Playa: Approximately four hours.
F
Frances
Asked on April 11th, 2026
I am a UGC creator would you be open to a collaboration with this trip for myself and partner? I can send my porfolio of work
Other
- TruTravelsOperator•Written April 2026
  Please reach out if you would like to discuss this further.
D
Dan
Asked on January 31st, 2026
What hotels do we stay if we decide to go?
Accommodation
- TruTravelsOperator•Written February 2026
  It depends on which departure trip you do. All hotels also get confirmed nearer the departure date, so everything is subject to change.
  
  They are all twin-share hotel rooms though.
D
Dale
Asked on January 20th, 2026
Does this Mexico tour include plane tickets?
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- TruTravelsOperator•Written January 2026
  Unfortunately the price of this tour doesn't include any flights.
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Jackie
Asked on November 3rd, 2025
What are the hotel categories and transportation types on this tour?
Accommodation
Tour Details
Transport
- TruTravelsOperator•Written November 2025
  We use 2/3 star hotels and are not luxury. We are a backpacking company targeting the 18-40 age group.
V
Victor
Asked on November 2nd, 2025
I am travelling solo for this trip. I am 39 years old. Can i still join this tour?
Age Range
Tour Details
- TruTravelsOperator•Written November 2025
  We can take new TruTravellers up to the age of 45, or up to 50 for Returning Customer.
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Ashley
Asked on October 28th, 2025
Would you please tell me how old are the participants more or less?
Age Range
- TruTravelsOperator•Written October 2025
  The average age of the tours can vary, but they are designed for 18-30s.
- A
  Ashley
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  How does it work with the flights? shall I reserve them with you or independently?
- TruTravelsOperator•Written November 2025
  We cannot book flights for our travellers as we are the tour operator only, so these will need to be booked separately.
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  Ashley
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  How long does it take to go from playa del Carmen to Cancun?
- TruTravelsOperator•Written November 2025
  It's about a 45 minute drive from Playa Del Carmen to Cancun. There are shuttle buses that operate every 20 minutes or so too.
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Shirley
Asked on June 29th, 2025
I am a 22 years old student. I like the itinerary Mexico Youcatan Loop. My only concern is the group age. I would like to join a group belonging to 20-25 yrs old, or a bit older. Is there any option with this kind of age band?
Age Range
Tour Details
- TruTravelsOperator•Written June 2025
  In regards to ages, for that particular date, the ages of our guests currently booked on are: 21, 29, 29, 26, 27, 27, 21, 25, 30. Our trips are designed for 18-30s, so this is a good representation general demographics of our trips.
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Olivia
Asked on March 8th, 2025
For the trip to Mexico, there is swimming in cenotes, would life jackets be provided if we do not know how to swim
Tour Details
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- TruTravelsOperator•Written March 2025
  Yes - life jackets should be provided at the cenotes.

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- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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Merida to Playa del Carmen

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