How many days do you need in Puerto Morelos, Valladolid, Tulum & Holbox?
- Most travelers spend 10-13 days in Puerto Morelos, Valladolid, Tulum, and Holbox combined
- Visiting Puerto Morelos, Valladolid, Tulum, and Holbox in 8 or 9 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 14 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extension is Mexico City
How Many Days to Spend in Mexico
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Recommended Itineraries for Puerto Morelos, Valladolid, Tulum & Holbox
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| 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 | Holbox 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
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún, Transfer to Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 2 | Cenotes of Chemuyil, Tulum Archeological Site | Tulum |
| Day 3 | Río Secreto: The Maya Underworld | Tulum |
| Day 4 | Float in the Muyil Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 5 | Archaeological Site of Cobá, Eco Center & Traditional Maya Meal, Punta Laguna Wildlife Tour, Transfer to Valladolid | Valladolid |
| Day 6 | Visit Chichén Itzá | Valladolid |
| Day 7 | Walking Tour of Colonial Valladolid, Transfer to Holbox | Holbox |
| Day 8 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 9 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 10 | Transfer to Puerto Morelos | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 11 | Transfer to Cancún, Departure |
Swim in a hidden jungle cenote, explore the Playa Ruinas near Tulum, and more on this eleven-day exploration of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. You'll go caving underground to see ancient geologic formations, visit the archaeological site of Cobá, and end the trip by relaxing on Holbox Island's beautiful sandy beaches. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún, Transfer to Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 2 | Cenotes of Chemuyil, Tulum Archeological Site | Tulum |
| Day 3 | Free Day in Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 4 | Río Secreto Guided Tour | Tulum |
| Day 5 | Float in the Muyil Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 6 | Drive to Valladolid, Cobá Ruins & Culture in Nuevo Durango | Valladolid |
| Day 7 | Morning Tour of Chichén Itzá: Maíz Workshop in Yaxunah | Valladolid |
| Day 8 | Walking Tour of Colonial Valladolid, Transfer to Holbox | Holbox |
| Day 9 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 10 | Free Day on Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 11 | Transfer to Puerto Morelos, Optional Activities | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Cancún, Depart |
From the colonial streets of Valladolid to the peaceful beaches of Holbox Island, this 12-day itinerary delivers plenty of adventure and relaxation in Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Tour ancient Maya ruins, go swimming in underground rivers, and enjoy some R&R on the white-sand beaches of Holbox Island. And that's just the start. Read more
Extended Itineraries
12-Day Itinerary Including Bacalar & Mérida
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún, Transfer to Tulum, Optional Activities | Tulum |
| Day 2 | Day Trip to Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 3 | Bus to Bacalar, Optional Activities | Bacalar |
| Day 4 | Sailing Lake Bacalar | Bacalar |
| Day 5 | Bus to Valladolid, Optional Activitie | Valladolid |
| Day 6 | Culture & Nature in Yalcobá | Valladolid |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Mérida, Visit Chichén Itzá | Mérida |
| Day 8 | Explore Mérida, Culinary & Weaving Workshops in Yaxunah | Mérida |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Holbox, Optional Activities | Holbox |
| Day 10 | Day Trip to Nuevo Xcán & Underground Cenote Tour | Holbox |
| Day 11 | Transfer to Puerto Morelos, Optional Activities | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 12 | Return to Cancún, Depart |
Get ready for a 12-day road-trip adventure across Mexico's famed Yucatán Peninsula, known for its Caribbean beaches, underground cenotes, and ancient Maya ruins. You'll see all of it, starting at the fortress ruins in Tulum and then visiting biosphere reserves and exotic turquoise lakes. Next, you'll venture north to enjoy cultural exchanges in Indigenous communities, visit Spanish-colonial heritage cities, and descend into underground caves sacred to the Maya people. Read more
12-Day Itinerary Including Mexico City & Chichén Itzá
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Mexico City, History, Culture & Gastronomy Tour | Mexico City |
| Day 2 | Day Trip to Xochimilco & Coyoacán, Mezcal Tasting | Mexico City |
| Day 3 | National Museum of Anthropology Tour | Mexico City |
| Day 4 | Bike Tour of Teotihuacán | Mexico City |
| Day 5 | Mexico City to Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 6 | Float in the Muyil Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 7 | Guided Tours of Cobá & Nuevo Durango, Transfer to Chichén Itzá | Chichén Itzá |
| Day 8 | Sunrise Tour of Chichén Itzá, Transfer to Valladolid | Valladolid |
| Day 9 | Valladolid Walking Tour, Transfer to Holbox Island | Holbox |
| Day 10 | Free Day in Holbox | Holbox |
| Day 11 | Transfer to Puerto Morelos | Puerto Morelos |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Cancún, Depart |
Over 12 days, you'll experience the cultural highlights of Mexico City and the Yucatán Peninsula, from the cuisine to the historic landmarks to the natural beauty. It starts with a whirlwind tour of Mexico's capital, during which you'll nibble on street food, stroll the colonial streets of Coyoacán, and hike the pyramids of Teotihuacán. Then it's off to the stunning Yucatán region to laze on white-sand beaches, visit biosphere reserves, and hike around ancient Maya ruins. Read more
15-Day Itinerary Including Mexico City & 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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