{"id":128908,"date":"2023-12-25T20:24:22","date_gmt":"2023-12-25T19:24:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/"},"modified":"2026-02-20T12:05:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T11:05:59","slug":"yucatan-mexico-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"Yucatan Mexico Itinerary for 2-3 Weeks: Ultimate Road Trip Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We moved to Mexico for several months in the spring. First, we lived on the Yucatan Peninsula, and then we relocated to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/guanajuato-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"55720\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guanajuato<\/a><\/strong>. <strong>Today, we&#8217;re sharing our detailed Yucatan Mexico itinerary that we put together for our road trip across the peninsula.<\/strong> You&#8217;ll find out where to go, where to eat, and what you absolutely shouldn&#8217;t miss.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#How_Long_to_Spend_on_the_Yucatan_Peninsula\" >How Long to Spend on the Yucatan Peninsula?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Independent_Travel_or_Package_Tour\" >Independent Travel or Package Tour?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Yucatan_Mexico_Map_Our_Route\" >Yucatan Mexico Map: Our Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Yucatan_Mexico_Itinerary_2-3_Week_Road_Trip\" >Yucatan Mexico Itinerary: 2-3 Week Road Trip<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Arrival_Cancun_1-3_Nights\" >Arrival: Canc\u00fan (1-3 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Best_Hotels_Where_to_Stay_in_Cancun\" >Best Hotels: Where to Stay in Canc\u00fan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Playa_del_Carmen_and_Cozumel_2-3_Nights\" >Playa del Carmen and Cozumel (2-3 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Playa_del_Carmen\" >Where to Stay in Playa del Carmen<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Tulum_1_Night\" >Tulum (1 Night)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Tulum\" >Where to Stay in Tulum<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Bacalar_2_Nights\" >Bacalar (2 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Bacalar_Best_Hotels\" >Where to Stay in Bacalar: Best Hotels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Xpujil_Campeche_2_Nights\" >Xpujil, Campeche (2 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Xpujil\" >Where to Stay in Xpujil<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#San_Francisco_de_Campeche_1-2_Nights\" >San Francisco de Campeche (1-2 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_Best_Hotels\" >Where to Stay: Best Hotels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Merida_1-2_Nights\" >M\u00e9rida (1-2 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Merida\" >Where to Stay in M\u00e9rida<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Valladolid_1-3_Nights\" >Valladolid (1-3 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Valladolid\" >Where to Stay in Valladolid<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Paradise_on_Earth_Holbox_Island_2-3_Nights\" >Paradise on Earth: Holbox Island (2-3 Nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Where_to_Stay_on_Holbox\" >Where to Stay on Holbox<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Safety_on_the_Yucatan_Peninsula_in_Mexico\" >Safety on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Read_More\" >Read More<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#How_to_Find_Cheap_Flights_to_Yucatan_Mexico\" >How to Find Cheap Flights to Yucatan Mexico?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#When_to_Visit_the_Yucatan\" >When to Visit the Yucatan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico-itinerary\/#How_to_Save_Money_on_a_Yucatan_Holiday\" >How to Save Money on a Yucatan Holiday?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_to_Spend_on_the_Yucatan_Peninsula\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_to_spend_on_the_Yucatan_Peninsula\"><\/span><strong>How Long to Spend on the Yucatan Peninsula?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>If you&#8217;re flying from Europe, we recommend spending at least 14 days on your holiday.<\/strong> You need to account for a few days to acclimatise to the time change and the new environment.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/dovolena_na_holboxu.jpg\" alt=\"Holbox, an island in Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-75670\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Holbox, an island in Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>However, if you have more holiday time, you&#8217;ll be glad you went for three weeks. The extra time will allow you to explore less touristy spots and spend a few days in cenotes and on the beach. And it&#8217;s absolutely worth it!<\/p>\n<p><em>Before planning your holiday, we recommend checking whether the invasive sargassum seaweed is currently a problem (track it in real time <a href=\"http:\/\/seas-forecast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>). In recent years, beaches have been affected more and more frequently. This doesn&#8217;t mean you shouldn&#8217;t go \u2014 just plan your trip so you spend more time at cenotes and less time on the beaches.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Independent_Travel_or_Package_Tour\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Independent_travel_or_package_tour\"><\/span>Independent Travel or Package Tour?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travelling independently in Mexico is fairly straightforward, but if you want to avoid tourist scams, it helps to know at least some basic Spanish.<\/strong> Mexicans aren&#8217;t particularly fond of Gringos (that&#8217;s what they call Americans).<\/p>\n<p>In five months in Mexico, we never had a problem, so we see no reason not to go independently. <strong>If you&#8217;re still hesitant, you can find a range of interesting package tours to Mexico on travel booking platforms that might suit you.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yucatan_Mexico_Map_Our_Route\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yucatan_Mexico_map_route\"><\/span>Yucatan Mexico Map: Our Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"map-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1McBcwtP2HOvPbtw-E19vz-gAHRqDQepF\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yucatan_Mexico_Itinerary_2-3_Week_Road_Trip\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yucatan_Mexico_itinerary_2-3_week_road_trip\"><\/span>Yucatan Mexico Itinerary: 2-3 Week Road Trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Yucatan Peninsula is one of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"55056\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most beautiful places in Mexico.<\/a><\/strong> If you&#8217;re planning a trip across the Yucatan, we&#8217;ve prepared a road trip itinerary that we followed ourselves. You can copy it exactly or simply use it as inspiration. \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arrival_Cancun_1-3_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arrival_Cancun_1-3_nights\"><\/span><strong>Arrival: Canc\u00fan (1-3 Nights)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Canc\u00fan is Mexico&#8217;s Caribbean party city, where most tourists head primarily for beach holidays. But it offers so much more. <strong>Spend at least one full day on the stunning Isla Mujeres<\/strong>, where you shouldn&#8217;t forget to rent a golf cart (read our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/isla-mujeres-mexico\/\"><strong>Things to Do on Isla Mujeres<\/strong><\/a>).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/cancun-more-2048x1366.jpg\" alt=\"The sea in Canc\u00fan\" class=\"wp-image-55099\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The sea in Canc\u00fan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We also recommend a snorkelling trip to the <strong><a aria-label=\"underwater museum MUSA (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/musamexico.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MUSA Underwater Museum<\/a><\/strong>. We spent over a week in Canc\u00fan, and for restaurants, we happily recommend the hidden gem <a aria-label=\"Gory Tacos (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.cz\/Restaurant_Review-g150807-d1639364-Reviews-Gory_Tacos-Cancun_Yucatan_Peninsula.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gory Tacos<\/strong><\/a>. From Canc\u00fan, it&#8217;s also not far to the most famous Mayan ruins \u2014 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/chichen-itza\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"54717\">Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em>For more tips, read our article <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"about Canc\u00fan (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cancun-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>about Canc\u00fan<\/strong><\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find plenty more useful information.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Hotels_Where_to_Stay_in_Cancun\"><\/span>Best Hotels: Where to Stay in Canc\u00fan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Among the best hotels in Canc\u00fan are <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz-cancunmexiko&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Canc%C3%BAn%2C+Quintana+Roo%2C+Mexico&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fmx%2Fhomes-jungle-15-minutes-from-the-airport.en-gb.html%3Faid%3D1479712%26sid%3Dbad19e96aeff2679e16f5a38d2e37786%26dist%3D0%26group_adults%3D2%26keep_landing%3D1%26no_rooms%3D1%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26type%3Dtotal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Home&#8217;s Jungle 15<\/a><\/strong> and of course the world-renowned <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz-cancunmexiko&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Canc%C3%BAn%2C+Quintana+Roo%2C+Mexico&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fmx%2Fhyatt-ziva-cancun.en-gb.html%3Faid%3D1479712%26sid%3D57d4389541901da7565353dff115f1f1%26dist%3D0%26group_adults%3D2%26keep_landing%3D1%26no_rooms%3D1%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26type%3Dtotal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hyatt Ziva Cancun<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Hyatt Ziva Cancun\" class=\"wp-image-78807\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hyatt Ziva Cancun\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/hyatt-ziva-cancun\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hyatt Ziva Cancun<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Playa_del_Carmen_and_Cozumel_2-3_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Playa_del_Carmen_and_Cozumel_2-3_nights\"><\/span><strong>Playa del Carmen and Cozumel (2-3 Nights)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>From Canc\u00fan, an hour&#8217;s drive south brings you to Playa del Carmen.<\/strong> Besides endless beaches, bars, and delicious fried churros, Playa del Carmen is a great base for numerous day trips. From the local port, you can reach the beautiful island of Cozumel (which has a completely different vibe to Isla Mujeres), and there are also many stunning cenotes in the surrounding area.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You can easily reach all the cenotes using Colectivo minibuses<\/strong>, which run practically every minute along the main roads.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/cenotes-cancun-2048x1366.jpg\" alt=\"Cenote near Canc\u00fan\" class=\"wp-image-55103\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cenotes on the Yucatan Peninsula<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We particularly recommend <strong>Jardin del Eden<\/strong>, <strong>Cenote Azul<\/strong>, and <strong>Cenote Xunan-ha<\/strong>. Visit Cozumel for at least one full day. Explore the town, go snorkelling, or simply relax on the beach (we recommend <strong>Playa El Cielo<\/strong> and <strong>Playa Azul<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<p>Another advantage of Cozumel is that we never had issues with seaweed there, unlike Playa del Carmen. <strong>You can easily get there by ferry from Playa del Carmen \u2014 book your <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"FerryScanner\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/ferryscanner\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">ferry tickets<\/a> in advance on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a> to skip the queue.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you&#8217;re travelling with kids, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xcaret.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Xcaret (opens in a new tab)\">Xcaret<\/a> theme park, located on the way to Tulum.<\/strong> You&#8217;ll need a whole day for it, but don&#8217;t worry about getting bored \u2014 the park entertains both children and adults.<\/p>\n<p><em>For tips on great restaurants or a beach where you can swim with turtles, read our article <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/playa-del-carmen-mexico\/\">Things to Do in Playa Del Carmen: 10 Must-Do Activities<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Playa_del_Carmen\"><\/span><strong>Where to Stay in Playa del Carmen<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you book early, there might be availability at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz-playadelcarmen&amp;product=allez&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz-yucatanmexiko&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Yucatan%2C+Mexico&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fmx%2Fdepartamento-suite-cielo-y-mar.en-gb.html%3Faid%3D1479712%26sid%3D1107fc03b1b690ced577596e9b5d02d7%26dist%3D0%26group_adults%3D2%26keep_landing%3D1%26no_rooms%3D1%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26type%3Dtotal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suites Cielo y Mar<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 this accommodation is in a quiet spot within walking distance of the beach and has absolutely stunning views from the rooms.<\/p>\n<p>You could also try <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz-playadelcarmen&amp;product=allez&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz-yucatanmexiko&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Yucatan%2C+Mexico&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fmx%2Faloft-playa-del-carmen.en-gb.html%3Faid%3D1479712%26sid%3D8ee611d1d3c6f8d3ee7214ef37b35b7e%26dist%3D0%26group_adults%3D2%26keep_landing%3D1%26no_rooms%3D1%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26type%3Dtotal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aloft Playa del Carmen<\/a><\/strong>, which has a fantastic location and excellent breakfasts.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Suites-Cielo-y-Mar-nejlepsi-hotel-v-playa-del-carmen-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Suites Cielo y Mar - best hotel in Playa del Carmen\" class=\"wp-image-79116\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Suites-Cielo-y-Mar-nejlepsi-hotel-v-playa-del-carmen-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Suites-Cielo-y-Mar-nejlepsi-hotel-v-playa-del-carmen-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Suites-Cielo-y-Mar-nejlepsi-hotel-v-playa-del-carmen-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Suites-Cielo-y-Mar-nejlepsi-hotel-v-playa-del-carmen-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Suites-Cielo-y-Mar-nejlepsi-hotel-v-playa-del-carmen.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Suites Cielo y Mar\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/suites-cielo-y-mar\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Suites Cielo y Mar<\/a> \u2013 best hotel in Playa del Carmen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tulum_1_Night\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tulum_1_night\"><\/span><strong>Tulum (1 Night)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Less than an hour&#8217;s drive from Playa del Carmen, you&#8217;ll find the most popular and most &#8220;Insta-friendly&#8221; town on Mexico&#8217;s Yucatan Peninsula.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tulum&#8217;s hotel zone is a boho-style paradise where you can practise yoga on the beach, enjoy excellent speciality coffee, and try vegan ice cream. It&#8217;s also one of the most expensive destinations \u2014 you&#8217;ll find premium restaurants and hotels frequented by influencers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tulum_ruins.jpg\" alt=\"Tulum Ruins\" class=\"wp-image-54666\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tulum Ruins<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It&#8217;s not typical Mexico, but it&#8217;s definitely worth strolling through the hotel zone, checking out the beaches, and exploring the local Mayan ruins \u2014 some of the most photogenic Yucatan Mexico pyramids you&#8217;ll see.<\/p>\n<p><em>Find everything you need to know in our article <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tulum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Things to Do in Tulum (opens in a new tab)\">Things to Do in Tulum<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Tulum\"><\/span>Where to Stay in Tulum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Tulum is one of the most sought-after and most expensive locations, so it&#8217;s wise to book accommodation early to get a good deal. A great hotel at a reasonable price is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz-yucatanmexiko&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Yucatan%2C+Mexico&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fmx%2Ftrece-lunas.en-gb.html%3Faid%3D1479712%26sid%3D5efd993da9b7c982f0d90c01580be6d6%26dist%3D0%26group_adults%3D2%26keep_landing%3D1%26no_rooms%3D1%26sb_price_type%3Dtotal%26type%3Dtotal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trece Lunas<\/a> Tulum<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you want a bit more luxury with a private beach, check whether the <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nerea Tulum\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/nerea-tulum\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Nerea Tulum<\/a><\/strong> hotel is available.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/nerea-hotel-tulum-700x525.jpg\" alt=\"Best hotel in Tulum? Nerea Tulum\" class=\"wp-image-79147\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/nerea-hotel-tulum-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/nerea-hotel-tulum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/nerea-hotel-tulum-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/nerea-hotel-tulum-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/nerea-hotel-tulum.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Best hotel in Tulum? <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nerea Tulum\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/nerea-tulum\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Nerea Tulum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bacalar_2_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bacalar_2_nights\"><\/span><strong>Bacalar (2 Nights)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Two hours&#8217; drive from Tulum, you&#8217;ll find yourself in paradise for people who don&#8217;t enjoy mass tourism.<\/strong> The tranquil town of Bacalar sits on the shores of a crystal-clear freshwater lagoon.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/kayak-bacalar.jpg\" alt=\"Two people kayaking on Mexico&#039;s Bacalar lagoon\" class=\"wp-image-54753\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kayaking on Bacalar lagoon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If I were to pick a destination for a relaxing beach holiday, this would probably be it. I&#8217;d head to the beach with the locals for just a few cents, swim in the freshwater lagoon, and go kayaking. And in the evening, I&#8217;d sit in the best pizzeria in Mexico. <strong>One day is technically enough for Bacalar, but most people end up regretting they didn&#8217;t stay for at least a week.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Before booking a hotel, check out our article: <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Bacalar Lagoon: 8 Things to Do + Where to Eat (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/bacalar-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bacalar Lagoon: 8 Things to Do + Where to Eat<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Bacalar_Best_Hotels\"><\/span><strong>Where to Stay in Bacalar<\/strong>: Best Hotels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Bacalar has quite a few beautiful hotels, and among the best is <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Blue Palm Bacalar\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/blue-palm-bacalar\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Blue Palm Bacalar<\/a><\/strong>. If you have Genius discounts on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, you might snag a great deal on the absolutely luxurious <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Khaban Bacalar Hotel Boutique\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/khaban-bacalar-hotel-boutique\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Khaban Bacalar Hotel Boutique<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Blue-Palm-Bacalar-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Blue Palm Bacalar\" class=\"wp-image-79165\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Blue-Palm-Bacalar-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Blue-Palm-Bacalar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Blue-Palm-Bacalar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Blue-Palm-Bacalar-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Blue-Palm-Bacalar.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Blue Palm Bacalar\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/blue-palm-bacalar\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Blue Palm Bacalar<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Xpujil_Campeche_2_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Xpujil_Campeche_2_nights\"><\/span>Xpujil, Campeche (2 Nights)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>If you&#8217;re fascinated by Mayan civilisation as much as we are, you&#8217;ll love the next two days.<\/strong> On the way to Xpujil, you&#8217;ll visit the Kohunlich ruins in the middle of the jungle in southern Quintana Roo state, located 9 km from the nearest paved road. <strong>The drive will take you at least an hour, and expect to spend another hour exploring the site.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ruiny-becan.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Becan ruins near the town of Xpujil\" class=\"wp-image-54896\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View of the Becan ruins near the town of Xpujil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you have more time, you can visit the remains of a Mayan city \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mayan-ruins\/#Becan_ruiny_primo_u_silnice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Becan ruins (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>the Becan ruins<\/strong><\/a>. These are located right by the road just past Xpujil.<\/p>\n<p>The next day, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/calakmul-yucatan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Calakmul (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Calakmul<\/strong><\/a>, one <strong>of the largest urban complexes. You&#8217;ll drive 1.5-2 hours through the jungle to get there, but it&#8217;s absolutely worth it. Calakmul is rarely visited but a gigantic Mayan city that was once extremely significant. You can still climb the majestic pyramids, including the second-largest discovered pyramid ever, standing at 55 metres.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>During our visit, we only encountered a handful of tourists, but we enjoyed most of the views entirely on our own. Thanks to the low visitor numbers, you can also observe families of howler monkeys (extremely loud primates) during your tour. <strong>Spend the night in Xpujil again \u2014 a longer drive awaits you in the morning.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Xpujil\"><\/span><strong>Where to Stay in Xpujil<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Xpujil isn&#8217;t a particularly touristy town, so expect simpler accommodation and restaurants.<\/p>\n<p>We explored the town thoroughly, and with a clear conscience, we can only recommend one small hotel: <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Casa Kaan Calakmul\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/casa-kaan-calakmul\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Casa Kaan Calakmul<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Francisco_de_Campeche_1-2_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Francisco_de_Campeche_1-2_nights\"><\/span><strong>San Francisco de Campeche (1-2 Nights)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>A city we came to for one night and stayed for three.<\/strong> We had no expectations for San Francisco de Campeche, but we discovered a true gem of the Yucatan. This laid-back, colourful town is full of caf\u00e9s and restaurants, has a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere, and we experienced one of the most beautiful sunsets here.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/katedrala_campeche.jpg\" alt=\"Campeche&#039;s landmark: Catedral de la Pur\u00edsima\" class=\"wp-image-54809\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Campeche&#8217;s landmark: Catedral de la Pur\u00edsima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If Mayan civilisation interests you, definitely visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inah.gob.mx\/red-de-museos\/199-museo-de-arquitectura-maya-baluarte-de-la-soledad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Museo de La Arquitectura Maya (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Museo de La Arquitectura Maya<\/strong><\/a>. It&#8217;s a small museum, but you&#8217;ll learn a lot. <strong>Nobody should miss La Calle 59 in Campeche<\/strong>, the most colourful street in town, where you&#8217;ll find a number of charming caf\u00e9s and shops. In the evening, head to the local waterfront promenade and catch the light show.<\/p>\n<p><em>More tips on nearby beaches, day trips, and restaurants can be found in our article about <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/san-francisco-de-campeche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"San Francisco de Campeche (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>San Francisco de Campeche<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_Best_Hotels\"><\/span>Where to Stay: Best Hotels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If there&#8217;s availability, we definitely recommend <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Bajo las Hojas\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/bajo-las-hojas\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Bajo las Hojas<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s a very pleasant accommodation with a pool, breakfast included, and a superb location.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Merida_1-2_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Merida_1-2_nights\"><\/span><strong>M\u00e9rida (1-2 Nights)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On your way to M\u00e9rida, the capital of the Yucatan state, stop at the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Uxmal ruins (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/yucatan-mayan-ruins\/#Uxmal_jedinecne_ruiny_blizko_Meridy\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Uxmal ruins<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 ruins built exclusively in the Mayan Puuc style. <strong>It&#8217;s worth arriving very early in the morning (ideally by 8:00 AM) so you don&#8217;t have to walk around Uxmal in the scorching heat.<\/strong> Uxmal is about 2 hours from Campeche, and temperatures here are considerably higher.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plaza-grande-merida.jpg\" alt=\"Plaza Grande in M\u00e9rida, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-55037\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plaza Grande in M\u00e9rida, Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>M\u00e9rida has been named the North American Capital of Culture several times and is therefore the perfect place to soak up the Mexican atmosphere.<\/strong> Something is always happening in the city centre \u2014 from festivals and dance performances to re-enactments of the Mayan ball game Tlachtli.<\/p>\n<p>Stroll through the historic centre, and if you speak English or Spanish, treat yourself to a guided tour. Don&#8217;t forget to visit the <strong>Paseo de Montejo<\/strong> boulevard, where you&#8217;ll get a taste of Mexico&#8217;s colonial history. Along the promenade, you&#8217;ll find numerous luxurious villas and haciendas, many of which have preserved their original appearance to this day.<\/p>\n<p><em>If you&#8217;re interested in more tips on what to visit in M\u00e9rida or where to go on day trips, check out our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/merida-yucatan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"about M\u00e9rida (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>about M\u00e9rida<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Merida\"><\/span><strong>Where to Stay in M\u00e9rida<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>One of the best accommodation options in M\u00e9rida is <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hotel Santa Ana\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/hotel-santa-ana\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hotel Santa Ana<\/a><\/strong>, which is affordable, clean, and in a great location. On hot summer days, you&#8217;ll also appreciate having access to an outdoor pool.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Valladolid_1-3_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Valladolid_1-3_nights\"><\/span>Valladolid (1-3 Nights)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>On your way to Valladolid, stop in the yellow city of Izamal, often nicknamed &#8220;the city of three cultures&#8221;.<\/strong> If you fancy a horse-drawn carriage ride, this is the place to do it at a great price.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Valladolid.jpg\" alt=\"Colourful streets of Valladolid\" class=\"wp-image-54911\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Valladolid has many colourful streets<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Valladolid itself is a very charming, colourful town and an excellent base for numerous day trips in the area.<\/strong> You can take a day trip to the pink lakes of Las Coloradas or explore the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/chichen-itza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Mayan ruins of Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1 (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Mayan ruins of Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1<\/strong><\/a>. The area around Valladolid is also home to some of the most beautiful cenotes on the Yucatan: Zaci and Suytun.<\/p>\n<p><em>If you&#8217;d like more tips and want to find out where to buy the best hammock on the Yucatan, read our article: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/valladolid-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Things to Do in Valladolid (opens in a new tab)\">Things to Do in Valladolid<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Valladolid\"><\/span><strong>Where to Stay in Valladolid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Valladolid has a brand-new hotel, <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Olbil Hotel Boutique\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/olbil-hotel-boutique\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Olbil Hotel Boutique<\/a><\/strong>, which is absolutely perfect: stunning design, excellent breakfasts, and superb staff. If it&#8217;s available for your dates, don&#8217;t hesitate to book.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olbil-Hotel-Boutique-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Olbil Hotel Boutique\" class=\"wp-image-79177\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olbil-Hotel-Boutique-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olbil-Hotel-Boutique-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olbil-Hotel-Boutique-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olbil-Hotel-Boutique-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olbil-Hotel-Boutique.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Olbil Hotel Boutique\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/olbil-hotel-boutique\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Olbil Hotel Boutique<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paradise_on_Earth_Holbox_Island_2-3_Nights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paradise_on_earth_Holbox_Island_2-3_nights\"><\/span><strong>Paradise on Earth: Holbox Island (2-3 Nights)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before heading to Holbox, return your rental car in Canc\u00fan. It&#8217;s easier to get to Holbox by bus, as cars aren&#8217;t allowed on the island \u2014 you&#8217;d just be paying for parking and risking a break-in or, more likely, a scratch. From Holbox, you can head straight to the airport for your flight home.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Lukas_na_kole_Holbox.jpg\" alt=\"Cycling on Holbox Island\" class=\"wp-image-54941\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The best way to explore Holbox Island!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In our opinion, it&#8217;s the perfect way to end a holiday on the Yucatan Peninsula \u2014 gorgeous white beaches, bioluminescent plankton, and swimming with whale sharks. Allow at least 3 days; the journey from Canc\u00fan takes about 3.5 hours.<\/p>\n<p><em>Find out how to get to Holbox and what to do there in our detailed article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/holbox-guide\/\"><strong>Things to Do on Holbox<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_on_Holbox\"><\/span>Where to Stay on Holbox<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>In recent years, plenty of beautiful hotels have sprung up on Holbox. Among the best are <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Villas Caracol\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/villas-caracol\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Villas Caracol<\/a><\/strong>, or if you&#8217;re travelling without children, we can recommend <strong>Hotel Para Ti \u2013 Adults Only<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Villas-Caracol-hotel-na-Holboxu-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Villas Caracol - hotel on Holbox\" class=\"wp-image-79187\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Villas-Caracol-hotel-na-Holboxu-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Villas-Caracol-hotel-na-Holboxu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Villas-Caracol-hotel-na-Holboxu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Villas-Caracol-hotel-na-Holboxu-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Villas-Caracol-hotel-na-Holboxu.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Villas Caracol\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/villas-caracol\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Villas Caracol<\/a> \u2013 hotel on Holbox<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_on_the_Yucatan_Peninsula_in_Mexico\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_on_the_Yucatan_Peninsula_in_Mexico\"><\/span><strong>Safety on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve just been watching the Narcos: Mexico series, you&#8217;re probably feeling a shiver down your spine about drug cartels. The truth is that cartels \u2014 whether drug or oil \u2014 are still present in Mexico, and clashes between them happen regularly. <strong>However, tourists are not the target of attacks, and the Yucatan is the safest region in Mexico.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Theft on the Yucatan isn&#8217;t common, but still be cautious in crowded places.<\/strong> You never know. Muggings are extremely rare here, but if someone were to rob you, it&#8217;s better to give up your valuables than to resist. There&#8217;s a good chance the perpetrator could be armed. Much like in the US, gun ownership is far from unusual here.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Read_More\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Read_more\"><\/span><strong>Read More<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in Mexico, check out our <a aria-label=\"other articles about Mexico (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/march-sea-holiday-destinations\/mexiko-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>other articles about Mexico<\/strong><\/a> that we wrote during our stay in this beautiful country. We&#8217;d love to hear your feedback \u2014 feel free to leave a comment below.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-642430efcfcbe\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Find_Cheap_Flights_to_Yucatan_Mexico\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_find_cheap_flights_to_Yucatan_Mexico\"><\/span><strong>How to Find Cheap Flights to Yucatan Mexico<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p><strong>From Europe, most flights go to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cancun-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\">Canc\u00fan<\/a>, which is where we flew to as well.<\/strong> Cheap return flights can be found from around \u20ac400. It often pays off to fly from London, Manchester, or other major European hubs. If you want to know how to find the best deals, read our detailed guide on <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/how-find-cheap-flights-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\">how to find cheap flights<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-642430efcfcc1\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_the_Yucatan\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_the_Yucatan\"><\/span><strong>When to Visit the Yucatan<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>It depends on what you plan to do on the Yucatan. <strong>The best weather is from December to April.<\/strong> Be aware of March and early April, when it&#8217;s &#8220;spring break&#8221; in the US, and many Americans head to Mexico.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The highest prices are during Christmas and Easter.<\/strong> If you&#8217;re planning to swim with whale sharks, their season runs from June to September, with the most sightings in July and August.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Summers in Mexico are incredibly hot<\/strong>, humid, with frequent rain, and hurricane season runs from June to November.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-642430efcfcc2\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Save_Money_on_a_Yucatan_Holiday\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_save_money_on_a_Yucatan_holiday\"><\/span><strong>How to Save Money on a Yucatan Holiday<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>As mentioned above, the highest prices are during Christmas and Easter. Last-minute deals don&#8217;t really work in Mexico, so it&#8217;s better to book accommodation in advance. <strong>One thing you shouldn&#8217;t skimp on is car insurance.<\/strong> Rent your car through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/rentalcars-com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Rental Cars<\/a><\/strong> and get insurance directly through them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We moved to Mexico for several months and explored the Yucatan Peninsula extensively. Here&#8217;s our detailed Yucatan Mexico itinerary for 2-3 weeks, covering where to go, where to eat, and what you absolutely shouldn&#8217;t miss.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":55071,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Yucatan Mexico Itinerary: 2-3 Week Road Trip Guide","rank_math_description":"Plan your perfect Yucatan Mexico itinerary for 2-3 weeks. Discover the best stops, hotels, cenotes, and Mayan ruins. Start planning your road trip today!","rank_math_focus_keyword":"yucatan mexico itinerary","rank_math_seo_score":""},"categories":[393,374,681],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-128908","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-mexico","8":"category-north-america","9":"category-road-trips-travel-itineraries"},"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/chitzen_itza_mexico.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Lucie Kone\u010dn\u00e1","author_link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/author\/lucie-konecna\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/128908","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=128908"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/128908\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":130667,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/128908\/revisions\/130667"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/55071"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=128908"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=128908"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=128908"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}