Yucatan Adventure: Merida, Tulum & Jungle Swims
Experience Overview
Mexico's Yucatán peninsula is way more than just the Mayan Riviera — and, dang it, this epic six-day adventure is going to prove it. Staying in the world’s best hostels as you go (we’re biased, but whatever), get ready for a tour that’s seriously non-stop fun and sun. Hit up a number of different cenotes and cool off in the crystal-clear waters of these natural jungle sinkholes. Wander the ruins of Chichen Itzá before having the most amazing meal ever: a delicious Yucatecan dinner inside a cenote! Then, wrap up your tour in Tulum with white sand, turquoise waters, and beach bars galore.
Highlights
- Bike and swim your way through cenotes in the jungle
- Take a guided tour of the massive Mayan site of Chichen Itzá
- Descend into a cenote for a delicious spread of Yucatecan cuisine cooked over the fire
- Hit the beach after visiting the ruins of Tulum on the Mayan Riviera
Trip Details
Product Code: 3528
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle, public air-conditioned bus, taxi.
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: CMYTHW
Starts: Mérida, Mexico
Finishes: Tulum, Mexico
Duration: 6 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Excursion from Mérida to cycle between and swim in cenotes
- Guided tour of Chichen Itzá and Tulum ruins
- Dinner inside a cenote near Valladolid
- Beach time at Tulum
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hostels (5 nts)
- 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
- Private vehicle, public air-conditioned bus, taxi.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $820 ($137 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Mérida
Arrive at any time, and kick back at the hostel or head out to explore the city before meeting up with fellow Roamies in the evening. Later on, head to one of the many bars and restaurants near the hostel for some eats and make sure to check out the main plaza at night.
Day 2: Mérida
Ok, so every day on this trip is amazing but we'll venture to say that this one is ridiculous. You'll explore some of the many cenotes in the area, giant sinkholes in the earth formed by underground freshwater rivers. Hop on a bike to cycle between a few of them and swim in the crystal-clear waters to take a break from the heat. After a yummy lunch, return to Mérida and spend the rest of the day wandering the city or relaxing in a hammock at the hostel. Sound about right?
Day 3: Mérida/Valladolid
Ready for another epic day? Keep your sunscreen and the camera handy today as you'll be checking a major bucket item off of your list. Head into the jungle to the massive Mayan ruins of Chichen Itzá for a guided tour and time to walk around on your own. Then continue to Valladolid to drop off your stuff at the hostel and chill for a bit before heading out for dinner, where you'll learn about the Mayas and have a chance to devour a spread of delicious Yucatan dishes cooked over the fire, like pollo pibil and tamales with fresh handmade tortillas.
Day 4: Valladolid/Tulum
Pile into the bus and head to the white sand and turquoise waters of the Mayan Riviera. But before you hit the beach we have more ruins to see - Tulum! The only of the Mayan temples to be built right next to the ocean, you will be filling your feed with jaw-dropping photos in no time. Spend the rest of the day on the beach, hanging out at the hostel or at one of the many bars and cafes in town.
Day 5: Tulum
The beach at Tulum is pretty stellar that's for sure, and today is yours to do with it what you want. Feeling active and want to explore more? Go snorkelling at the natural waterpark of Xel-Há or visit some more cenotes. Feeling the ocean vibes instead? Stay local and hit the beach before shoring up at the hostel bar for a cold beverage. After dinner head to one of the beach clubs to dance the night away under the stars.
Day 6: Tulum
Say goodbye to your Roamies and depart at any time, or keep the adventure going by continuing to Cancún on the next leg of this epic journey.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Jessica C. - Traveled, October 2023
As long as they understand it is hostel group setting, they would live it
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/23/2023
Fiona H. - Traveled, October 2023
Great for younger people and singles, wouldn't recommend to older friends
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/23/2023
Liam P. - Traveled, September 2023
My CEO, Laure, was fantastic and super nice! Very helpful and knowledgeable for the region!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/26/2023
Whitney W. - Traveled, September 2023
This was a great trip and I had fun
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/12/2023
Alana O. - Traveled, September 2023
Fun, affordable, and a great way to meet cool new people!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/12/2023
Michael M. - Traveled, September 2023
it's a great way to travel. I went with a friend and there were layers of relationships to develop, from getting closer to your friend, the group and strangers. You get the local?s advise with the ability to explore by yourself or as a group
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/12/2023
Diana Francisca C. - Traveled, September 2723
My whole experience has been great with nothing bad to point out.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/12/2023
Megan R. - Traveled, August 2023
The whole experience was very smooth and amazing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/14/2023
Kyle W. - Traveled, July 2023
It is exactly what was advertised with cheap accommodation and and good mix of things to do and free time. Laura also did an AMAZING job at helping people and catering to their needs.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/24/2023
Leana O. - Traveled, July 2023
Great to travel with a group. Very safe and well organised.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/03/2023
Jael T. - Traveled, July 2023
It was amazing! The CEO went above and beyond and I felt so safe.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/03/2023
Racheal M. - Traveled, June 2023
It was great to have everything planned out and I felt safe the whole time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/13/2023
Amy C. - Traveled, June 2024
If you're looking to do group travel with a set age range/demographic and have everything pre-planned, it's great
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/22/2023
Pilar K. - Traveled, April 2023
it's a great mix of adventure and tourism. I love the free time and independence, as well as activities I would have never been able to plan out personally. The staff of wonderful and the itinerary is excellent
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/25/2024
Hunter U. - Traveled, April 2024
Tour guides were great
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/25/2024
Kimberley B., - Traveled, March 2024
it's a great way to experience places and I did activities I wouldn't have known about otherwise
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/13/2024
Emily N. - Traveled, March 2024
Great way to explore the places I visited
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/13/2024
Kara F. - Traveled, March 2024
-I don't think it would be for everyone -personally liked the Classic tours better and having just one roommate -good quality for the more affordable price paid, though
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/13/2024
Ruella Dcosta F. - Traveled, February 2024
Great local guide, great sightings and economic
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/30/2024
Katie T. - Traveled, February 2024
For my first time solo travelling it was the perfect mix between having support and planning in place and having optional activities and downtime to do your own thing. All of the activities were great and most of the hostels were of a high standard
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/16/2024
Jade F. - Traveled, February 2024
My first G Adventures trip and it as amazing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/16/2024
Emilia L. - Traveled, February 2024
Loved the trip overall! Good experiences everything nicely organised and hostels were decent. Good group of people that I will definitely keep in contact with
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/02/2024
Olivia P. - Traveled, November 2023
I would recommend G Adventures not the others
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/21/2023
Aya A. - Traveled, November 2023
it's definitely a good value trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/21/2023
Hannah R. - Traveled, November 2023
Everything!!! Our guide Kevin was so so knowledgeable, friendly and flexible to support all of us in having the best time. The destinations were amazing and it was a good pace trip with time for relaxing, partying and lots of exploring!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
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