Community Tour
Community Tour
Community Tour
12 Days Starting and ending in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Visiting: Puerto Morelos, Cancún, Akumal, Coba, Bacalar, Mérida, Uxmal, Tekit, Chichén-Itzá, Yaxuna, Valladolid, Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos, Mayan Bee Sanctuary
Tour operator:
Tour code:
12571
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
2 - 99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
This tour will allow you to be immersed in Mexican culture and to visit its most emblematic sites.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To Mexico!
Location: Puerto Morelos, Cancún
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lunita
Upon arrival at Cancun airport, your driver will take you to the rental agency where you will pick up the vehicle and drive to Puerto Morelos.
Driving directions :Cancun - Puerto Morelos 37min (38km)
Day 2 : Swimming With Turtles In Akumal Bay
Location: Akumal, Coba
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Casa Don Diego
Meals Included: Lunch
This morning, you will head to Akumal Bay to swim with the turtles that abound throughout the year in this crystal clear sea. Afterwards, you can go to the nearby Yalku lagoon, where sea water and fresh water meet. After lunch, you can visit a cenote. These freshwater resurgences are scattered all over the peninsula. They are the only source of drinking water in the region. The Maya considered them to be the gateway to the underworld. You will discover this subterranean world, in the fresh water of the splendid cenotes of Dos Ojos, Cristallino, cenote Azul or Gran cenote. You will reach Tulum in the late afternoon. You arrive at your hotel and enjoy the peace and quiet.
By car : Pluerto Morelos - Akumal 70km (1h) / Akumal - Tulum 30km (40min)
Day 3 : Sian Ka'an Reserve
Location: Bacalar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Aires
Early departure for the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, one of the largest in Mexico and located near Tulum. This reserve includes tropical forests, mangroves and swamps, as well as a vast marine area crossed by a coral reef. In the afternoon, departure for Bacalar, famous for its seven-coloured lagoon, Bacalar is a pearl of the Caribbean, close to the Belizean border, in the south of the Yucatán peninsula. Bacalar is a small town known for its history and natural riches. The lagoon is made up of seven different cenotes, which gave it its name, and is about 42km long and 2km wide. Bacalar was an important commercial crossroads for the Maya, a real place of exchange between Central America and the Yucatán peninsula. Walk around the city centre and visit Fort San Felipe, built in 1729, an example of the military architecture of New Spain, which has seen various battles and conflicts.
Driving directions: Tulum - Sian Ka'an 11km (28min) / Sian Ka'an - Bacalar 225km (2h55)
Day 4 : Bacalar's 7 Colours Lagoon
Location: Bacalar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Aires
Day trip to Bacalar. Famous for its seven-coloured lagoon, it is possible to discover it through various activities, such as boat or kayak excursions. It is also possible to visit Fort San Felipe, built in 1729, an example of the military architecture of New Spain, which experienced various battles and conflicts. If you want to learn more about the Mayan culture, you can visit the Kohunlich site, 1 hour from Bacalar and belonging to the Ruta Rio Bec. There you will discover the incredible Temple of the Masks, 5 of which have been restored.
Day 5 : Selva Bonita Community
Location: Bacalar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Selva Bonita
Today you will meet the locals in the Mayan community Selva Bonita, located west of Felipe Carrillo Puerto. You will be able to enjoy the wonders of nature accompanied by the inhabitants who still preserve their traditions. You can do different activities with them: walk in the surrounding villages, discover the production of honey, chewing gum and sisal or walk in the jungle.
Driving directions: Bacalar - Selva Bonita 125km (1h30)
Day 6 : Visit To The Uxmal Site
Location: Mérida, Uxmal
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: La casona
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will take the road to Uxmal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. Located in the middle of the Yucatecan jungle, Uxmal means "three times built" in Maya. The architecture of this site is particularly faithful to the "Puuc" style with its geometric forms, its mosaics and its representations of the god Chaac, god of rain and thunder. The end of the day in Mérida, the cultural capital of Yucatán. City of one million inhabitants, it is famous for its cathedral and its Montejo paseo lined with the sumptuous residences of the old masters of the henequen. Walking through the colonial streets of the white city, you will feel the romantic and provincial atmosphere of a past rich in history and legends.
Driving directions: Selva Bonita - Uxmal 200km (3h) / Uxmal - Merida 84km (1h06min)
Day 7 : In The Heart Of The Tekit Village
Location: Tekit
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: La casona
This morning you will head to Tekit, a town known for the production of typical Yucatecan regional clothing such as guayaberas, filipinas, hipiles and embroidered blouses. It is located south of Mérida, near the archaeological site of Mayapán.
Through the community tours offered by the community, you can enter the local life of this village and learn about the life of the Maya people of the past and present. Bake sweet bread at the local bakery, visit a guayabera factory, learn about vegetable and bee production at a traditional Mayan farm and enjoy seasonal fruit at a citrus grove.
After the community visits, you can refresh yourself in the local cenote, visit the main church or buy typical Yucatecan clothing in the many shops that surround the village and return to Merida after this day to rest.
Driving directions: Merida - Tekit 66km (56min)
Day 8 : Beauty Of Chichen Itza
Location: Chichén-Itzá
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cenote Ik kil
Today you will join the Kanan Kab association, which aims to contribute to the improvement of the quality of life of current and future generations in the city of Merida and its metropolitan area, and you will have the opportunity to help the staff with the daily tasks in the greenhouse, where the trees of tomorrow are planted. In the afternoon you will discover the wonderful archaeological site of Chichen Itza, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988, and considered since 2007 as one of the "new wonders of the world". You will be immersed in the beauty of this site and the echo of its past glory.
Driving directions: Merida - Kanan Kab 13km (18min) / Kanan Kab - Chichen Itza 129km (1h48min)
Day 9 : Yaxunah Community
Location: Yaxuna, Valladolid
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Meson Del Marques
This morning, visit Yaxunah (Primera casa or The Green House) is a Yucatecan Mayan community of 700 inhabitants, in the municipality of Yaxcabá, Yucatán. It is a group of enterprising men and women who have come together to offer services and cultural activities to visitors. During this day, you will visit the corn fields, prepare the typical Yucatecan dish: cochinita (pork), visit two local handicraft workshops, pass by the local ruins and the cenote.
Then head for Valladolid, a charming little town typically Yucatecan. Visit the Zocalo and its white cathedral. You will then lose yourself in the colonial streets of the city centre, passing by the municipal bazaar and the San Bernardino convent.
Driving directions: Chichen Itza - Yaxunah 27km (32min) / Yaxunah - Valladolid 66km (1h04)
Day 10 : Rio Lagartos And Crocodile Reserve
Location: Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos, Valladolid
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Meson Del Marques
Departure for Rio Lagartos. About 100 km north of Valladolid, this small fishing village is the gateway to the national park reserve of the same name. A real paradise for nature lovers. It is an ideal place to discover the Yucatán "differently". You can embark on a "lancha" - a small motor boat - and go for a ride in the mangrove. Then head to the famous pink lagoon called "Las Coloradas". Return to Valladolid at the end of the day.
Driving directions: Valladolid - Rio Lagartos 110km (1h30)
Rio Lagartos - Las Coloradas 23km (26min)
Las Coloradas - Valladolid 124km (1h53min)
Day 11 : Meeting The Mayan Bee
Location: Mayan Bee Sanctuary
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Meson Del Marques
This morning we visit the centre of Valladolid. On the programme: the Zocalo and its cathedral, the market, the colourful Calzada de los Frailes and the San Bernardino convent. At the end of the morning, you can visit the Xkopek beekeeping centre. Accompanied by a local guide, you will discover the specificities of the Mayan bees, which are totally harmless as they have no sting. To finish, a honey tasting will be offered to you. In the afternoon, relaxation and swimming are on the agenda as you will discover several of the most beautiful cenotes in this region! The two in Dzitnup (X'keken and Samulah), entirely enclosed in caves, will offer you the freshness and surprise of places like these. Then you will "come to the surface" to discover the cenote ZacÃ, in the heart of the historic centre of Valladolid, semi-open. You will appreciate its colours and the magic of the place.
Day 12 : Hasta Luego Mexico
Location: Cancún
Perhaps it's time to say goodbye to Mexico and its beaches? Your stay is coming to an end. Leave the hotel for Cancun airport for your return flight.
Trajet en voiture : Valladolid - Cancun aéroport 165km (1h45)
What's Included
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Accommodation in a B&B plan from day 1 to day 12 on a double occupancy basis in the establishments mentioned or similar
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The following activities: Day 5 Selva Bonita Community (1 activity)
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Day 7 Tekit Community
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Day 8 Kanan Kab Volunteer Centre
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Day 9 Yaxunah Community
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Day 11 Beekeeping Centre
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Private transfer with Spanish-speaking driver on day 1 from the airport to the rental agency
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English-speaking assistance when collecting the vehicle
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Car rental from day 1 to day 12
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Intermediate category Chevrolet Aveo or similar
What's Not Included
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International Flights
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Domestic Flights unless mentioned in inclusions
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Personal Equipment
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Mandatory Repatriation/Hospitalization Insurance
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Meals (unless confirmed)
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Drinks
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Tips
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Entrance Fees
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Personal Shopping
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GPS
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Gasoline
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Tolls
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Parking and other charges related to the use of the rental car
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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How does Today Voyages work?
We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?
Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
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What is an additional excursion or tour optional?
Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
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What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?
If you purchase one of our Group vacation packages, you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and will be traveling with other like-minded travelers you may not know. The group size depends on the tour you select. If you purchase one of our Private vacation packages, you will be traveling only within your group of friends. You may or may not be escorted by a professional tour guide; this depends on the type of private tour you are interested in.
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When and how will I receive the travel documents (vouchers)?
If you book one of our Group or Private tours, you will receive your travel documents via email approximately 20 days prior to travel date. If you reserve one of our Vacation Rentals, you will hear back from the property manager via email a few days prior to checking-in. We recommend checking your emails on a regular basis as this is our most reliable method of communication. If you have questions or need additional support, you can always chat with us or email us directly.
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What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?
It is very simple... you will be offered an alternative departure date or be refunded the full amount you pre-paid. No questions asked!
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What happens after I book?
The majority of our tours are confirmed at the time of booking. This means that, after submitting the payment online, you will receive an order confirmation email; make sure to save this email and to note down your confirmation number for any future communication with us. Some tours may be sold on a 'on request' basis. This means that for these tours we reserve the right to check the availability of your spot(s) with the Tour Operator before confirming the tour to you. As soon as you submit the payment online for a 'on request' tour you will receive an email notification that confirms your order request. Within 72 hours, you will receive either a confirmation email or a denial email. Do not worry... we will do everything we can to confirm your tour!
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Low Deposit
Today Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of today voyages charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.