How many days do you need in Tulum & Playa del Carmen?
- Most travelers spend 6-10 days in Tulum and Playa del Carmen combined
- Visiting Tulum and Playa del Carmen in 5 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Valladolid, Mexico City, and Puerto Morelos
How Many Days to Spend in Mexico
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Recommended Itineraries for Tulum & Playa del Carmen
Recommended Itinerary for
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún, Drive to Playa del Carmen, Street Food Tour | Playa del Carmen |
| Day 2 | Swim Underground at Río Secreto | Playa del Carmen |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Cozumel & Snorkeling | Playa del Carmen |
| Day 4 | Drive to Tulum, Explore the Tulum Ruins, Cooking Class & Mezcal Tasting | Tulum |
| Day 5 | Tour Chichén Itzá & Swim in the Yokdzonot Cenote | Tulum |
| Day 6 | Drive to Cancún, Depart |
Perfect for a quick escape, this six-day road trip through the highlights of the Riviera Maya takes you south from the beaches of Playa del Carmen to the ruins of Tulum. Along the way, you'll snorkel in the world-renowned reefs around the island of Cozumel, explore the ancient wonder of Chichén Itzá, and learn to whip up traditional Mexican dishes in a Tulum cooking class. Read more
Extended Itineraries
11-Day Itinerary Including Valladolid
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cancún, Transfer to Tulum | Tulum |
| Day 2 | Chemuyil Cenotes & Tulum Ruins | Tulum |
| Day 3 | Río Secreto Guided Tour | Tulum |
| Day 4 | Day Trip to Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve | Tulum |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Valladolid, Cobá Ruins & Culture in Nuevo Durango | Valladolid |
| Day 6 | Tour of Chichén Itzá: Maíz Workshop in Yaxunah | Valladolid |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Playa del Carmen, Optional Activities | Playa del Carmen |
| Day 8 | Puerto Morelos Snorkeling Tour | Playa del Carmen |
| Days 9-10 | Free Days in Playa del Carmen | Playa del Carmen |
| Day 11 | Return to Cancún, Depart |
Escape to the Yucatán Peninsula, a region in southern Mexico known for its unparalleled beauty. On this adventure, you'll spend a lot of time on the famed Riviera Maya, a section of the Caribbean coast lined with white-sand beaches fronting turquoise waters. Aside from beach time, you'll also explore ancient Maya ruins, swim in underground rivers, and hike around nature reserves in and around Valladolid and the coast. Read more
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