How many days do you need in Puerto Morelos, Tulum & Holbox?
- Most travelers spend 8-12 days in Puerto Morelos, Tulum, and Holbox combined
- With 13 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extension is Valladolid
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Recommended Itineraries for Puerto Morelos, Tulum & Holbox
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún, Transfer to Tulum, Optional Activities | Tulum |
| Day 2 | Day Trip to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Chichén Itzá & Valladolid, Cenote Break | Tulum |
| Day 4 | Day Trip to Cobá Ruins & Maya Culinary Workshop | Tulum |
| Day 5 | Free Day in Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 6 | Free Morning in Tulum, Transfer to Holbox | Holbox |
| Day 7 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 8 | Drive to Puerto Morelos | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 9 | Puerto Morelos Snorkeling Tour | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 10 | Free Day in Puerto Morelos | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 11 | Return to Cancún, Depart |
When you combine the ancient Maya culture of the Yucatán Peninsula with its natural beauty, you have all the makings of the perfect holiday. Over 11 days, you'll visit the highlights of this region, like its famous Maya ruins, while also going off the beaten path to swim in turquoise cenote lagoons and visiting Indigenous villages. Beyond that, you'll participate in Maya culinary workshops, snorkel in marine reserves, and discover Holbox Island's tranquil paradise. Read more
Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including Valladolid
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún & Transfer to Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 2 | Cenotes of Chemuyil & Tulum Archeological Site | Tulum |
| Day 3 | Float in the Muyil Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 4 | Archaeological Site of Cobá, Traditional Maya Meal & Punta Laguna Wildlife Tour | Valladolid |
| Day 5 | Visit Chichen Itza | Valladolid |
| Day 6 | Walking Tour of Colonial Valladolid, Transfer to Holbox | Holbox |
| Day 7 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 8 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Puerto Morelos | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 10 | Transfer to Cancun & Depart |
Explore ancient Maya ruins, kick back on the beach, and visit the rainforest on this ten-day trip to Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Start the trip in Tulum for swims in cenotes, then head to Valladolid to see Chichén Itzá and other archaeological sites. End the trip on Holbox Island, a car-free oasis of sprawling beaches and quiet cafés. Read more
2-Week Itinerary Including Bacalar, Mérida, Uxmal, Chunhuhub & Chichén Itzá
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún, Pick Up Rental Car & Drive to Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 2 | Cenotes of Chemuyil, Tulum Archeological Site | Tulum |
| Day 3 | Cenotes of Chemuyil, Tulum Archeological Site | Bacalar |
| Day 4 | Sailing Tour in the Bacalar Lagoon | Bacalar |
| Day 5 | Mystical Energy Bonfire Under the Ya'ax ché, Drive to Chunhuhub | Chunhuhub |
| Day 6 | Great Gum Tree Tour in Chunhuhub, Drive to Uxmal | Uxmal |
| Day 7 | Uxmal Archaeological Site & Mun Ha Community Eco-Tour, Drive to Mérida | Mérida |
| Day 8 | Walking Tour of Mérida: The White City | Mérida |
| Day 9 | Explore Yellow Izamal, Swim the Yokdzonot Cenote, Drive to Chichén Itzá | Chichén Itzá |
| Day 10 | Sunrise at Chichén Itzá, Walking Tour of Valladolid, Drive to Holbox | Holbox |
| Day 11 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 12 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 13 | Transfer to Puerto Morelos | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 14 | Drive to Cancún, Depart |
Two weeks is the perfect amount of time to see some of Mexico's best archaeological sites — including Chichén Itzá — while also leaving plenty of time for relaxation. You'll swim in beautiful cenotes, explore the colonial city of Merida, and experience Indigenous culture. End with a couple of days on Holbox Island, where sand, surf, and beautiful sunshine await. Read more
15-Day Itinerary Including Mexico City, Valladolid & Pisté
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Mexico City, History, Culture & Gastronomy Tour | Mexico City |
| Day 2 | Day Trip to Xochimilco | Mexico City |
| Day 3 | National Museum of Anthropology & Spirits of Mexico Tour | Mexico City |
| Day 4 | Bike Tour of Teotihuacán | Mexico City |
| Day 5 | Mexico City to Tulum, Optional Activities | Tulum |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to Muyil Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 7 | Guided Tours of Cobá & Nuevo Durango, Drice to Chichén Itzá | Pisté |
| Day 8 | Morning Tour of Chichén Itzá, Drive to Valladolid, Optional Activities | Valladolid |
| Day 9 | X'Canché Cenote & Village Tour | Valladolid |
| Day 10 | Ferry to Holbox, Optional Activities | Holbox |
| Day 11 | Three Islands Tour | Holbox |
| Days 12-13 | Free Days in Holbox | Holbox |
| Day 14 | Drive to Puerto Morelos, Optional Activities | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 15 | Return to Cancún, Depart |
When you combine the incredible sights of Mexico with its delicious flavors, you have a recipe for the perfect vacation. This grand tour starts with Mexico City's highlights and includes copious samplings of tasty street food and famous spirits. From there, you'll travel to historical landmarks and natural wonders throughout the Yucatán Peninsula, from the pyramids of Chichén Itzá to the white-sand beaches of the Riviera Maya to the remote islands of the far north. Read more
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