From Caribbean Shores to Jungle Ruins: Tulum, Bacalar Lagoon, Palenque, Colonial Campeche and Mérida
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From Caribbean Shores to Jungle Ruins: Tulum, Bacalar Lagoon, Palenque, Colonial Campeche and Mérida

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Created: Saturday, March 21, 2026 - Departure: Monday, May 4, 2026
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Based on 2 adults
Created: Saturday, March 21, 2026 - Departure: Monday, May 4, 2026
Destinations: Tulum, Mexico , Bacalar, Mexico , San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico , Palenque, Mexico , Campeche, Mexico , Merida, Mexico , Valladolid, Mexico

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Transport from Cancun to Tulum
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04 May
1. Tulum
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About the destination: Tulum is the largest community in the municipality of Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is located on the Caribbean coast of the state, near the site of the archaeological ruins of Tulum. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS •Tulum archaeological site •Muyil archaeological site •Cenotes •Sian Ka'an Biosphere. The reserve features acres upon acres of pristine mangrove swamp and wetlands. •Coba ruins. They feature "el castillo" the tallest of the Mayan ruins that juts up above the treetops in the jungle. You can still climb el castillo in Coba and the sight from the top is spectacular. •Tulum Ruins. It is the biggest ancient building that is standing on the Riviera Maya shore.
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04 May
Accommodation
2 Nights
Kanté Hotel - Downtown Tulum
Tulum - Show on map > 0.3 km from Center
8.3
Very good
288
24-hour reception
Wi-fi
Number of bedrooms
Junior twin
ROOM ONLY
Free cancellation
06 May
Car journey 216 Kilometers - 2h 40m
Tulum
Bacalar
06 May
2. Bacalar
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About the destination: Bacalar is the largest city of Bacalar municipality in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. The main attraction of the city is the Laguna, on whose banks is a spa where you can swim, also offers palapas to eat, boating on the lagoon and other services. The Museum of the Caste War located in the old fort of San Felipe shows weapons and objects of the founders of Bacalar and the struggle between them and the Mayan groups and pirates attack suffered by the city. Another of the main attractions of the city is the Blue Cenote, famous for the transparency of its waters, which monitor perfectly from the surface to a depth of over 30 meters.
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06 May
Accommodation
2 Nights
Villa Marilu B&B
Bacalar - Show on map > 1.6 km from Center
9.7
Superb
393
Private Beach Area
Only Adults
Airport Shuttle
Habitación con cama extragrande
WITH BREAKFAST
08 May
Car journey 877 Kilometers - 12h 8m
Bacalar
San Cristóbal de las Casas
08 May
3. San Cristóbal de las Casas
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About the destination: San Cristobal de Las Casas is the head of the homonymous municipality in the center of the state of Chiapas (Mexico). It is the largest urban center in the region of Los Altos de Chiapas2 and the third largest in the state, behind Tuxtla Gutierrez and Tapachulaen the Free and Sovereign State of Chiapas.
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08 May
Accommodation
2 Nights
Hotel Catedral
San Cristóbal de las Casas - Show on map > 0.3 km from Center
8.7
Very good
325
Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Valet parking
Habitación Compartida Mixta de 6 camas
ROOM ONLY
10 May
Car journey 445 Kilometers - 6h 36m
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Palenque
10 May
4. Palenque
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About the destination: Palenque is in Chiapas and is a city famous for the ruins of a Mayan city dating from about 600 to 800 CE and became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987. Its numerous inscribed stone slabs, intricate basrelief sculptures, inlaid masks and other remarkable adornments give Palenque an air of enchantment and sanctity. The 75-foot-high Temple of the Inscriptions contains one of the only crypts found inside a pyramid in Mexico. On excavation, the Tomb of Pakal, a Mayan ruler of the 7th century, revealed an array of jewels, masks, jade ornaments, wall carvings and other exquisite artefacts.
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10 May
Accommodation
2 Nights
Maya Tulipanes
Palenque - Show on map > 0.8 km from Center
8.9
Very good
2322
24-hour reception
Wheelchair-accessible
Wi-fi
Habitación cuádruple Económica (2 camas dobles)
ROOM ONLY
12 May
Car journey 362 Kilometers - 5h 15m
Palenque
Campeche
12 May
5. Campeche
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About the destination: Campeche is one of the 32 federal entities of the Mexican Republic. It is located in the southeast of Mexico and is one of the three entities that make up the Yucatan Peninsula, occupying the southwestern part of the peninsula. It covers an area of 57,507 km2, occupying 2.9% of the national territory. Its capital is the city of San Francisco de Campeche Campeche is a word of Mayan origin, which derives from the roots "can" (snake) and "pech" (tick), meaning "place of snakes and ticks". The name is because in this Mayan village there was a statue of a snake with a tick on its head and at whose feet human sacrifices were made. When the Spanish conquistadors arrived in Can Pech they gave the pronunciation and called it Campeche.
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12 May
Accommodation
1 Night
Casa Rosanna
Campeche - Show on map > 1.4 km from Center
9.2
Superb
461
Air conditioned
Internet access
Wi-fi
Habitación Doble con baño privado
ROOM ONLY
Free cancellation
13 May
Car journey 173 Kilometers - 2h 23m
Campeche
Merida
13 May
6. Merida
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About the destination: Mérida is the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan. Mérida is a fascinating and festive city with a very distinct Spanish colonial influence. Mérida is a very atmospheric town, especially on weekends when the central streets are closed off and there is music and dancing in the main square. The whole city seems to move downtown to celebrate. It is also a good base to explore the Yucatan Peninsula. From Mérida you can visit Mayan ruins and museums, haciendas, cenotes, and a great variety of Catholic churches.Mérida was founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1542. They conquered the existing Mayan town, dismantled the pyramids and used the stones to build the Cathedral of San Idelfonso. The site of one pyramid is now Mérida's main town square. This town square or Plaza is now ringed by this cathedral as well as the town hall, the governor's palace and the Casa de Montejo, the former home of the conqueror of Yucatan. Stroll down Paseo Montejo to admire restored Spanish and French colonial mansions.Mérida is an interesting mix of amazing culture and history, tasty food, endless cultural activities and exciting attractions. Mérida is the cultural capital of the Yucatan and its beating urban heart.
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13 May
Accommodation
2 Nights
Hotel La Nacional by Kavia
Merida - Show on map > 0.3 km from Center
8
Good
2084
Outdoor pool
Parking
Free Internet
Habitación Matrimonial
ROOM ONLY
Free cancellation
15 May
Car journey 162 Kilometers - 2h 1m
Merida
Valladolid
15 May
7. Valladolid
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About the destination: Valladolid is a small city in the state of Yucatán. Valladolid is an old city full of colonial buildings that stands out and is characterized by the richness of the Spanish legacy, which is expressed in the temples and old neighborhoods, where the old houses painted with bright colors highlight those features that characterize the city. Some of the main tourist attractions in Valladolid are the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena, the Municipal Palace and the Museum of San Roque.
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15 May
Accommodation
1 Night
Casa Xu´unan
Valladolid - Show on map > 0.8 km from Center
9.1
Superb
505
Outdoor pool
Parking
Children playground
Habitación Doble con baño privado
WITH BREAKFAST
Free cancellation
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This ambitious circuit requires 14 to 18 days to fully appreciate, covering significant distances through varied terrain and climate zones. The coastal stretch around Tulum and Bacalar is hot and humid year-round, while San Cristóbal sits at 2,200 meters with cool temperatures and frequent mist. The descent to Palenque brings intense tropical heat. Roads between destinations are generally well-maintained, though mountain curves between San Cristóbal and Palenque demand attentive driving. November through April offers the driest conditions, though the lush green of rainy season has its own appeal.

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