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 21 March 2026 - Departure: Monday 4 May 2026
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US$439
Based on 2 adults
Created: Saturday 21 March 2026 - Departure: Monday 4 May 2026
Destinations: Tulum, Mexico , Bacalar, Mexico , San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico , Palenque, Mexico , Campeche, Mexico , Merida, Mexico , Valladolid, Mexico

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04 May
1. Tulum
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About the destination: Tulum is an príomhphobal sa bhardas Tulum, Quintana Roo, Meicsiceo. Tá sé suiteáilte ar chósta na Cairibé sa stát, in aice le láithreán na seandálaíochta Tulum. PRÍOMHATRAICHTÍ TURASÓIREACHTA •Suíomh seandálaíochta Tulum •Suíomh seandálaíochta Muyil •Cenotes •Biosféar Sian Ka'an. Tá go leor acraí de swamp mangrove agus fliúití neamhtruaillithe sa chúlraíocht. •Ruin Coba. Tá "el castillo" an t-ard is airde de na seandálaíochtaí Máigheacha a bhíonn ag sárú na gcrann sa jungle. Is féidir leat dul suas ar el castillo i Coba agus tá an radharc ón mbarr iontach. •Ruin Tulum. Is é an foirgneamh ársa is mó atá fós ina sheasamh ar chósta na Riviera Maya.
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04 May
Hotel
2 Nights
Kanté Hotel - Downtown Tulum
Tulum - Show on map > 0.2 miles 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 134 Miles - 2h 40m
Tulum
Bacalar
06 May
2. Bacalar
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About the destination: Bacalar is an príomhchathair de mhuintir Bacalar i stát Mheicsiceach Quintana Roo. Is é an príomhtharraingt sa chathair ná an Laguna, ar a bhruacha tá spa ina féidir leat snámh, cuireann sé palapas ar fáil chun ithe, bádáil ar an loch agus seirbhísí eile. Taispeánann Músaem Cogaidh na gCastaí atá suite sa sean-dhún San Felipe armacha agus réadmhíreanna de bhunaitheoirí Bacalar agus an troid idir iad agus na grúpaí Maya agus ionsaí piréat a d'fhulaing an chathair. Ceann eile de na príomhtharraingteachtaí sa chathair ná an Blue Cenote, cáiliúil as a uisce a bheith chomh trédhearcach, a dtugann faire go foirfe ón dromchla go domhan de níos mó ná 30 méadar.
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06 May
Hotel
2 Nights
Villa Marilu B&B
Bacalar - Show on map > 1.0 miles from Center
9.7
Superb
393
Private Beach Area
Only Adults
Airport Shuttle
Habitación con cama extragrande
WITH BREAKFAST
08 May
Car journey 545 Miles - 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 capital of the municipality of the same name in the centre of the state of Chiapas (Mexico). It is the largest urban centre in the Los Altos de Chiapas region and the third largest in the state, behind Tuxtla Gutierrez and Tapachula in the Free and Sovereign State of Chiapas.
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08 May
Hotel
2 Nights
Hotel Catedral
San Cristóbal de las Casas - Show on map > 0.2 miles from Center
8.7
Very good
325
Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Valet parking
Habitación Compartida Mixta de 6 camas
ROOM ONLY
10 May
Car journey 276 Miles - 6h 36m
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Palenque
10 May
4. Palenque
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About the destination: Palenque is located in Chiapas and is a city renowned for the ruins of a Mayan city dating from about 600 to 800 CE and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987. Its numerous inscribed stone slabs, intricate basrelief sculptures, inlaid masks and other remarkable adornments give Palenque a sense of magic and sanctity. The 75-foot-high Temple of the Inscriptions houses one of the only crypts found inside a pyramid in Mexico. Upon excavation, the Tomb of Pakal, a Mayan ruler of the 7th century, revealed a collection of jewels, masks, jade ornaments, wall carvings and other exquisite artefacts.
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10 May
Hotel
2 Nights
Maya Tulipanes
Palenque - Show on map > 0.5 miles 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 225 Miles - 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
Hotel
1 Night
Casa Rosanna
Campeche - Show on map > 0.9 miles 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 107 Miles - 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 at 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
Hotel
2 Nights
Hotel La Nacional by Kavia
Merida - Show on map > 0.2 miles from Center
8
Good
2084
Outdoor pool
Parking
Internet
Habitación Matrimonial
ROOM ONLY
Free cancellation
15 May
Car journey 101 Miles - 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 brimming with colonial buildings that stand out and are characterised by the richness of the Spanish legacy, which is expressed in the temples and old neighbourhoods, where the old houses painted with bright colours highlight those features that characterise 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
Hotel
1 Night
Casa Xu´unan
Valladolid - Show on map > 0.5 miles from Center
9.1
Superb
505
Outdoor pool
Parking
Children playground
Habitación Doble con baño privado
WITH BREAKFAST
Free cancellation
Transport from Valladolid to Cancun
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Remarks:

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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