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Yucatan Adventure: Merida, Tulum & Jungle Swims

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.

Tour details

Tour Provider	G Adventures
Price From	$779
Number of Days	6
Start Location	Mérida, Mexico
End Location	Tulum, Mexico
Age Range	Avg. 30+
Group Size	1 to 16
Tour Style	Basic
Tour Themes	No specific theme
Physical Rating	Easy to Moderate

Itinerary Open all

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.

Inclusions

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - 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

Departure dates

Start	End	Availability	Price NZD
02 Dec 2023	07 Dec 2023	16	$779
16 Dec 2023	21 Dec 2023	14	$809
30 Dec 2023	04 Jan 2024	1	$917
13 Jan 2024	18 Jan 2024	15	$809
27 Jan 2024	01 Feb 2024	21	$917
10 Feb 2024	15 Feb 2024	21	$917
24 Feb 2024	29 Feb 2024	14	$917
09 Mar 2024	14 Mar 2024	20	$849
23 Mar 2024	28 Mar 2024	24	$849
13 Apr 2024	18 Apr 2024	20	$849
20 Apr 2024	25 Apr 2024	21	$849
25 May 2024	30 May 2024	24	$863
01 Jun 2024	06 Jun 2024	24	$863
29 Jun 2024	04 Jul 2024	23	$863
06 Jul 2024	11 Jul 2024	24	$959
13 Jul 2024	18 Jul 2024	24	$959
27 Jul 2024	01 Aug 2024	24	$959
10 Aug 2024	15 Aug 2024	24	$959
21 Sep 2024	26 Sep 2024	24	$959
05 Oct 2024	10 Oct 2024	24	$959
19 Oct 2024	24 Oct 2024	24	$999
09 Nov 2024	14 Nov 2024	24	$999
30 Nov 2024	05 Dec 2024	24	$999
14 Dec 2024	19 Dec 2024	24	$1,079
28 Dec 2024	02 Jan 2025	24	$1,079
04 Jan 2025	09 Jan 2025	24	$959
18 Jan 2025	23 Jan 2025	24	$959
01 Feb 2025	06 Feb 2025	24	$959
08 Feb 2025	13 Feb 2025	24	$959
15 Feb 2025	20 Feb 2025	24	$959
08 Mar 2025	13 Mar 2025	24	$959
15 Mar 2025	20 Mar 2025	24	$959
05 Apr 2025	10 Apr 2025	24	$959
12 Apr 2025	17 Apr 2025	24	$959
19 Apr 2025	24 Apr 2025	24	$959
24 May 2025	29 May 2025	24	$959
14 Jun 2025	19 Jun 2025	24	$959
28 Jun 2025	03 Jul 2025	24	$959
05 Jul 2025	10 Jul 2025	24	$959
19 Jul 2025	24 Jul 2025	24	$959
26 Jul 2025	31 Jul 2025	24	$959
02 Aug 2025	07 Aug 2025	24	$959
16 Aug 2025	21 Aug 2025	24	$959
20 Sep 2025	25 Sep 2025	24	$959
11 Oct 2025	16 Oct 2025	24	$959
25 Oct 2025	30 Oct 2025	24	$959
08 Nov 2025	13 Nov 2025	24	$959
22 Nov 2025	27 Nov 2025	24	$959
29 Nov 2025	04 Dec 2025	24	$959
20 Dec 2025	25 Dec 2025	24	$959
27 Dec 2025	01 Jan 2026	24	$959