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Start in Mexico city end in Cancun (D)

11 days
From Mexico City to Cancun
4.3
8 traveler reviews

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Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Ages 15+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Mexico City

    Start point
    Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México (MEX), Capitán Carlos León S/N, Mexico City, Distrito Federal 15620, Mexico (Mexico city, 08:00 - 08:00)
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  2. Day 2

    Mexico City

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Guadalupe Shrine for religious experience
    • Guided tour of Teotihuacan Pyramids and Aztec archaeological site
    Landmarks
    Guadalupe Shrine
    Teotihuacan Pyramids
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  3. Day 3

    Mexico City

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Zocalo
    • Xochimilco optional excursion
    • Hostel social events and activities
    Landmarks
    Zocalo
    Xochimilco
  4. Day 4

    Mexico City to Oaxaca

    Landmarks
    Puebla City
  5. Day 5

    Oaxaca

    Included Activities

    • Mezcal distillery visit and production process viewing
    • Local textile shop experience with traditional procedures
    • Hierve el Agua warm springs visit with local guide
    Landmarks
    Hierve el Agua
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  6. Day 6

    San Cristobal de las Casas

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided exploration of colonial San Cristobal de las Casas
  7. Day 7

    San Cristobal de las Casas

    Included Activities

    • Canyon Sumidero park boat tour
    • Wildlife viewing - monkeys and Chiapas hills
    • Visit to Chiapas de Corzo village with local interaction
    Landmarks
    Canyon Sumidero
    Chiapas de Corzo
  8. Day 8

    San Cristobal de las Casas to Palenque

    Included Activities

    • Swimming at Agua Azul cascades
    • Visit to Misol Ha waterfall
    • Self-guided exploration of Palenque Archaeological site and Mayan ruins
    Landmarks
    Agua Azul
    Misol Ha
    Palenque Archaeological Site
  9. Day 9

    Palenque to Merida

    Meals
    Breakfast
  10. Day 10

    Merida to Chichen Itza

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Chichen Itza Mayan Classic ruins with local expert
    Landmarks
    Chichen Itza
  11. Day 11

    Merida to Cancun

    End point
    Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico (ADO Bus Station Cancun Center, 19:00 - 19:30)
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Operated by

Marvelus Travel

3.8
(96 reviews)

Number of tours

32

Age Range

10 to 70 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

92%

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4.3
Overall rating based on 8 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.0
  • Transport
    4.4
  • Guide
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    3.6
  • Food
    3.6
  • 3.8

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  • J
    November 8th, 2024
    4
    We had a very good experience with Marvelous Travels. The tour was perfect to discover the area from Mexico City to...
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    Traveled in November 2024
  • Start in Mexico city end in Cancun (D) reviewer 2
    January 16th, 2024
    4
    The tour was great. We saw a lot a important places. And the hostels was located good. The angency is very flexible...
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    Traveled in January 2024
  • M
    November 19th, 2021
    5
    I started my backpacking tour with this trip to have an easier start. I really enjoyed it. Not everything went as...
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    Traveled in October 2021
  • M
    June 8th, 2021
    3
    The itinerary is confusing and incomplete. It is not clear what you need to do eg they don't specify whether you have...
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    Traveled in May 2021
  • Start in Mexico city end in Cancun (D) reviewer 5
    May 3rd, 2021
    5
    We got to see many destinations in 9 days , which was awesome.
    Traveled in April 2021
  • Start in Mexico city end in Cancun (D) reviewer 6
    February 15th, 2021
    4
    To much time we spent in vans and buses.
    Traveled in February 2021
  • M
    November 10th, 2019
    4.5
    I had a wonderful time in Mexico. I have to thank the TourRadar for planning a great trip and that I could visit so...
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    Traveled in October 2019
  • Start in Mexico city end in Cancun (D) reviewer 8
    October 6th, 2019
    4.5
    Really well organised. Great communication from tour company. Well placed hostels, good tours.
    Traveled in September 2019

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    Taylor

    Asked on July 18th, 2016

    Does this tour include meals and all fees?

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      Taylor

      TravelerWritten July 2016

      This tour does not include meals, accomodation, tips, entrance fees, border fees.

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    Taylor

    Asked on July 18th, 2016

    IS this tour flexible in relation to how long you can spend at each stop?

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      Taylor

      TravelerWritten July 2016

      Our hop on hop off bus passes are for independent travellers, so you are able to stay as long as you want in each destination, trip included transportation, local activities mentioned on itinerary, assistance along the way of the trip. You can able to confirm next destination 24 hours prior so that we make all arrangements and confirm your transfer or activity.

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    Liam

    Asked on July 1st, 2016

    Is it possible to do the 'hop on hop off' tour in reverse ie from Cancun to Mexico City?

    Other
    • Marvelus TravelOperatorWritten July 2016

      Yes, you can do it from Cancun to Mexico City. Please contact us for the details.

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    Stephanie

    Asked on July 1st, 2016

    Can I have the details on how this tour operates?

    Other
    • Marvelus TravelOperatorWritten July 2016

      This is a hop on hop off bus passes are for independent travelers, so you are able to stay as long as you want in each destination, trip included transportation, local activities mentioned on itinerary, assistance along the way of the trip. You can able to confirm next destination 24 hours prior so that we make all arrangements and confirm your transfer or activity, doesnt included meals, accommodation, tips, entrance fees, border fees.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Mexico. Ideally 2 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before May 13th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 13th, 2026, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Marvelus Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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