Yucatan Highlights
Yucatan Highlights
Yucatan Highlights
6 Days Starting in Mexico City and ending in Cancun
Visiting: Mexico City, Oaxaca, Mérida, Chichén-Itzá, Cancún
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MEXH19
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$1665
$1537 (USD)
Operator discount: -$128
Tour Overview
Viva Mexico! This place truly has it all! Crammed full of rich cultural tradition and diverse geography, there is something for everyone - from the hot beach playground of Cancun to the jungles of the Yucatan and from the World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza to the thriving metropolis of Mexico City. At every turn, there is so much to see and do! Immerse yourself in adventure activities, water sports, cultural sites, an unbelievable variety of food, and a sizzling nightlife! Mexico turns up the heat!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Mexico City To Oaxaca
Location: Mexico City, Oaxaca
Accommodation: Hotel Royal Reforma (or similar)
Meeting your TM and fellow travellers this morning, you'll be setting off for Oaxaca (pronounced Wa-ha-ka)! Have you got it? Great - let's hit the road.
Welcome to Oaxaca, with its bohemian bars, charming colonial buildings and ridiculously pretty churches. Commonly known as the gastronomical capital of Mexico, the food here is guaranteed to guac your world. The perfect drink to wash it all down? Mezcal, of course.
Day 2: Oaxaca
Location: Oaxaca
Accommodation: Hotel Oaxaca Real (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you're going to soak up some serious Oaxaca vibes with a guided city tour where you'll get to check out the local markets. The colourful city streets are going to be the perfect place for some Insta shots, and if you can be dragged away from the views for long enough, there's plenty of delicacies to try during your free night.
Day 3: Oaxaca To Merida
Location: Oaxaca, Mérida
Accommodation: Hotel Caribe (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Adios Oaxaca, Merida is calling our names! And we won't waste any time, hopping on an included flight to whiz us there without delay. Â
As gentle as it is beautiful, Merida will take you in its arms and show you the quieter side of Mexico. A walking tour will take you down twisting cobbled streets through grand plazas, showing off this small town’s quaint vibes and chilled atmosphere. When we reach the old town you'll have some free time to explore the bustling markets, where you'll find countless treasures to take home. Later, ask your Trip Manager for the best place to head to feast on Yucatan specialities. After you've stuffed yourself with the local delicacies, it's time for your blissful slumber. Tomorrow we're headed to Cancun.
Day 4: Merida To Cancun
Location: Mérida, Chichén-Itzá, Cancún
Accommodation: Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Pack up your swag of Mexican trinkets and say goodbye to the calm oasis of Merida and hello yet another incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed site: Chichen Itza.
These ancient ruins are the most famous and best preserved of their kind in Mayan history. With our Local Guide leading the charge, Chichen Itza will provoke questions about the Mayan calendar, the positioning of the sun, the connections of the ruins around the country, and the worlds that came before us - a truly special spot on the trip and a history buff's delight. With more knowledge than you'll know what to do with, it's time for a change of scene, and a dip in an Insta-worthy cenote. These underground lakes or waterholes the perfect way to beat the Mexican heat.Â
In stark contrast, next up is Mexico’s super resort – Cancun. With high energy vibes this stop is a no brainer when it comes to getting your fiesta on. One suggestion for tonight's dinner at the Mercado 28, a busy market serving true Mexican delights.
Day 5: Cancun
Location: Cancún
Accommodation: Ocean View Arenas Cancun (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Just in case you don't know the drill by now, an ice cold cerveza should remind you that Cancun is a hub of fiery entertainment. But this place isn't just about the party vibes. Powdery sand beaches, endlessly swimmable waters and laid-back taco joints have everything you need, no matter your mood. Your Trip Manager knows this place like the back of their hand, so you're guaranteed to be in the know on all the best spots to head this evening.
Day 6: End Cancun
Location: Cancún
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning global roamers, we came, we saw, we sizzled. We'll fuel up on one last breakfast together, then it's time to wipe away the tears and do those final friend requests because today you're homeward bound with firm plans in full steam for a Contiki 2.0 reunion in Asia. See you next time!
Check out our Q&As
-
How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
-
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
-
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
-
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
-
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
-
What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
Reviews of this Operator
Dates & Availability
2024 Nov
2024 Jan
2025 Feb
2025 Mar
2025 Apr
2025 May
2025 Jun
2025 Jul
2025 Aug
2025 Sep
2025 Nov
2025 Dec
2025 Jan
2026 Feb
2026
Monday - Saturday
Jul 08, 2024 - Jul 13, 2024Friday - Wednesday
Nov 01, 2024 - Nov 06, 2024Monday - Saturday
Jan 13, 2025 - Jan 18, 2025Monday - Saturday
Feb 10, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025Monday - Saturday
Mar 10, 2025 - Mar 15, 2025Monday - Saturday
Apr 14, 2025 - Apr 19, 2025Monday - Saturday
May 05, 2025 - May 10, 2025Monday - Saturday
May 19, 2025 - May 24, 2025Monday - Saturday
Jun 23, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025Monday - Saturday
Jul 07, 2025 - Jul 12, 2025Monday - Saturday
Jul 28, 2025 - Aug 02, 2025Monday - Saturday
Aug 18, 2025 - Aug 23, 2025Monday - Saturday
Sep 22, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025Saturday - Thursday
Nov 01, 2025 - Nov 06, 2025Monday - Saturday
Nov 17, 2025 - Nov 22, 2025Monday - Saturday
Dec 15, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025Monday - Saturday
Jan 12, 2026 - Jan 17, 2026Monday - Saturday
Feb 09, 2026 - Feb 14, 2026Book with Confidence
-
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Contiki allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform contiki, 60 days before departure.
-
Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
-
Terms and Conditions