Tour Riviera Maya Adventure: Step In Paradise In Amazing Beaches

Meals

8x breakfasts, 1x buffet lunch, 1x dinner are included. FOOD : Meals and Gastronomic Experiences included in this tour can normally meet most of the common dietary restrictions. However, due to the active program of the tour and different menus in each place, satisfying a special diet or food preferences of a particular traveler will depend on circumstances and cannot be fully guaranteed.

Others

WALKING TOURS & ORIENTATION WALKS : Cancun, Holbox, Valladolid, Mahahual, Bacalar, Tulum, Cozumel HISTORY & CULTURE EXPERIENCES : 3x guided visits to archeological zones (Coba, Tulum, and Muyil) + visit to a Mayan Village NATURE EXPERIENCES : 3x visits to cenotes (Manatee, Saamal, Choo-Ha) + visit to a Monkey Sanctuary + visit to Punta Sur Eco Beach Park OTHER ACTIVITIES : 2x boat tours (Cozumel and Bacalar) + 1 catamaran tour (Isla Mujeres)

Transport

Transportation in a private vehicle throughout the tour is included. The vehicle type depends on the group size and may include a car, 7-seater, or minivan.

Optional

Logistics & notes DEPARTURE & ARRIVAL : We will leave our accommodation in Cancún on Day 2 morning and arrive in Playa del Carmen on Day 8 afternoon. AIRPORT TRANSFERS : This tour doesn’t include airport transfers. Cancún International Airport is just 19 km away from the center of the city and is easily accessible by both taxis and public transport. Cancún International Airport is 55.4 km away from the center of Playa del Carmen and is also easily accessible by taxis or bus in Playa del Carmen station. PHYSICAL CONDITION : This tour involves a decent amount of walking & hiking. Therefore, travelers should have at least moderate physical fitness condition. AGE: Due to required physical condition, the recommended age of participants in this tour is 12-69 years. However, potential participants outside of the above-mentioned age group can still participate upon request if (1) they are in a good physical condition (2) that will allow them to cope with the pace of the group tour. ACTIVITIES : Participation in all activities is optional - just be sure to be in time for daily departures. Most of the included activities such as walking tours (>2h, normally in historic centers of bigger cities), orientation walks ( VISA : All foreign visitors, regardless of their nationality, traveling to Mexico for tourism, business, or in transit to another destination, are exempt from presenting a Mexican visa as long as they have a valid visa issued by any of the following countries: Canada, Japan, the United States of America, the United Kingdom or any of the countries comprising the Schengen Area (for more info check this official website: https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/toronto/index.php/en/servicesforeigners/doclegalization/52-conservices/225-visitors-who-do-not-require-a-visa-with-a-stay-up-to-180-days). WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU : Comfortable clothes & shoes; swimming suit & slippers/water shoes; a smaller backpack for daily tours; hat/cap, sunglasses & sunscreen; travel insurance; good mood & curiosity. GROUP VS. PRIVATE : Our multi-day tours offer both group and private departures (see pricing at checkout). Group tour - take a scheduled trip with other travelers. Private tour - take a trip on your own, with friends or family. Private tours are customizable (you can depart any day and we can add additional stops & activities on your request) and thus may cost more than group tours. PRICING : The price of the tour/person depends on the number of travelers and the room/tour option you choose.

Hygieneprotocol

Understanding continuously present risks associated with COVID-19 pandemics and willing to keep both travelers & our team healthy, Vibe Adventures introduced internal health & safety guidelines that are enforced on all our tours until such measures are lifted by authorities of each destination and/or pandemic situation gets completely resolved worldwide. Those guidelines are based on official recommendations & protocols from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and among others include the following measures: Education & Training: ● regular training & education of the staff (Tour Leaders, drivers, crew) and suppliers (accomodations, restaurants, experience providers, etc.) on the importance of COVID-related health & safety measures; ● promotion of the importance of hand hygiene & other COVID-related health & safety measures to travelers through signage, oral instructions and online materials; ● contracting only suppliers that responsibly implement COVID-related health & safety protocols recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) and local authorities. Hand Hygiene: ● mandatory application of antibacterial gel (70% alcohol) by everyone entering the vehicle that is used for transportation during the tour; ● implementing mandatory hand-hygiene policy that requires regular scheduled use of hand sanitizer and washing hands with soap by the staff during the tour, especially after touching objects in public areas (e.g. handrails, doors, money, mobile phones, etc.). Masks: ● mandatory use of a face masks or other protecting items (e.g. scarfs, kerchiefs or bandanas) covering nose, chin & mouth by both travelers & staff in all public areas (especially in confined environments such as public transport, shops, markets, museums, lobbies of hotels etc.); ● the use of the mask is not mandatory in private areas (e.g. hotel rooms) and while having meals & drinks. Sanitation: ● mandatory daily sanitation of the vehicles used for transportation of travellers by the staff especially of handles, doors, seats, and other frequently-touched surfaces; ● use of cleaning and disinfecting products that are approved by local & international health authorities; ● regular audit of our suppliers on their cleanliness & sanitation protocols. Physical distancing: ● mandatory social distance of at least 1.5 m (~5 feet) by both travelers & staff throughout the tour. Health assessments: ● mandatory daily health assessments of all travellers & staff (measuring the body temperature & oral questionnaire on COVID-related symptoms). Please remember: only mutual assistance & support can put an end to this borderless pandemic and help us protect the health of ourselves, our families & colleagues. Thanks in advance for your understanding & cooperation.

Guide

Service of an experienced Tour Leader throughout the tour is included.

Accommodation

8x nights in conveniently located hotels/B&Bs are included. ACCOMMODATIONS: An exact list of accommodations is sent together with trip notes 2 weeks before the departure date. Most of the accommodations are centrally located, tourist-class, locally-owned properties with private facilities in each room (unless specified in the itinerary). We can arrange pre- and post-tour accommodations but not earlier than 2 weeks before the departure when we send you final trip notes. ROOM TYPES: • Single Room: Private room for 1 person with 1 individual bed (twin-size or similar). • Double Room: Private room for 2 people with 1 double bed (queen-size or similar). • Twin Room: Private room for 2 people with 2 individual beds (twin-size or similar). • Triple Room: Private room for 3 people with 1 double bed (queen-size or similar) and 1 single bed (twin-size or similar). • Quad Room: Private room for 4 people with 2 double beds (queen-size or similar). If none of the room types above fits you, please contact us and we will send you a personalized quote.

Not included:

Flights

Transportation between the destination of the tour and your place of origin is not included.

Insurance

Travel insurance not included. Having travel insurance valid for the whole duration of the tour is required, so please make sure you acquire one before your trip.

Others

Transportation between the destination of the tour and your place of origin, airport transfers, other activities & meals, travel insurance, personal expenses & tips

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Day 1 Day 1: Cancun
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Cancun

Start your tour in tropical Cancun, the most famous resort city in Mexico known for its white-sand beaches, numerous resorts, and bustling nightlife. Arrive at the airport at any time and take an independent transfer to your accommodation. Once there, take your time to rest or explore the city’s numerous beaches, restaurants, and cafes. In the evening, meet your Tour Leader and the rest of the group for a welcome meeting and dinner in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Cancun

• Meals Included: welcome dinner

• Activities Included: welcome meeting
Day 2 Day 2: Cancún - Isla Mujeres - Holbox Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Cancún - Isla Mujeres - Holbox Island

In the morning, take a catamaran tour to the beautiful Isla Mujeres. After that, take a ferry to Holbox, a gorgeous island 12 km away from the coast of Mexico. Once there, walk around and explore this idyllic piece of the Caribbean. In the evening, join an optional dinner and get-together with your group in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Holbox Island

• Meals Included: breakfast

• Activities Included: catamaran trip in Isla Mujeres
Day 3 Day 3: Holbox - Cenote Saamal - Valladolid
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Holbox - Cenote Saamal - Valladolid

In the morning, take free time to enjoy the sea, snorkel, or just relax on one of the white-sand beaches of Holbox. Then, in the afternoon, check out and transfer back to the mainland to explore Valladolid. On your way, visit the lovely Cenote Saamal and cool down in its refreshing waters. After that, once in Valladolid, visit the impressive San Servicio Church and see other attractions of this pretty colonial town. In the evening, join your group for an optional dinner and get-together in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Valladolid

• Meals Included: breakfast, lunch

• Activities Included: visit Cenote Saamal, walking tour of Valladolid
Day 4 Day 4: Valladolid - Coba Archeological Zone - Mayan Village - Tulum
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Valladolid - Coba Archeological Zone - Mayan Village - Tulum

In the morning, continue our Riviera Maya Adventure in the ancient Mayan ruins of Coba. Once there, discover their fascinating history, visit a Mayan village, and get to know the daily life of its inhabitants. Thereafter, transfer to the famous Cenote Choo-Ha and swim in its refreshing jade-colored waters before moving to the charming beach town of Tulum. Finally, opt for dinner with the rest of the group in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Tulum

• Meals Included: breakfast, lunch

• Activities Included: guided visit to Coba Archaeological Site; entrance to Choo-Ha; visit to a Mayan Village; orientation walk of Tulum
Day 5 Day 5: Tulum - Tulum Archeological Zone - Cenote Manatee - Muyil Archeological Zone - Bacalar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Tulum - Tulum Archeological Zone - Cenote Manatee - Muyil Archeological Zone - Bacalar

In the morning, check out and transfer to Tulum Archeological Zone. Once there, explore this famous Mayan site and spot superbly preserved ancient structures and murals. Then, go to a uniquely shaped open Cenote Manatee and swim in its refreshing waters. Later on, visit the enigmatic Mayan ruins of Muyil and enjoy incredible views of the jungle and nearby lagoon. Afterward, transfer to paradisiac Bacalar, a magical town known for its stunning 7-color lagoon. In the evening, join your group for an optional dinner and get-together in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Bacalar

• Meals Included: breakfast

• Activities Included: guided visits to Tulum and Muyil Archeological Zones; entrance to Cenote Manatee
Day 6 Day 6: Bacalar - Mahahual
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Bacalar - Mahahual

In the morning, take a boat tour of the idyllic Bacalar Lagoon. Then, transfer to Mahahual - a hidden gem of Costa Maya with a lovely, relaxed, Caribbean vibe. Once there, take an orientation walk of this little beach town and indulge yourself in one of its beautiful white-sand beaches. Finally, in the evening, join your group for an optional dinner and get-together in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Mahahual

• Meals Included: breakfast

• Activities Included: boat tour in Laguna de Bacalar, Mexico
Day 7 Day 7: Mahahual - Akumal - Cozumel
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Mahahual - Akumal - Cozumel

Firstly, visit a monkey sanctuary in Akumal to connect with nature and learn more about the local fauna and wildlife preservation. Then, take a ferry to gorgeous Cozumel Island, one of the best places in the country for snorkeling and diving. After check-in and rest, see the beautiful sunset and take an orientation walk of this pretty Caribbean-style town. Finally, have an optional dinner with your group in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Cozumel

• Meals Included: breakfast

• Activities Included: entrance to Akumal Monkey Sanctuary; orientation walk of Cozumel
Day 8 Day 8: Cozumel - Playa Del Carmen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Cozumel - Playa Del Carmen

In the morning, take a boat tour to see several pristine beaches, snorkel, and explore underwater biodiversity. Afterward, spend the rest of the day in Punta Sur, a natural state reserve with over 1,000 hectares filled with several flora, fauna, and lagoon systems. With its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and numerous sea fan gardens, it’s an ideal place for nature lovers. Finally, take a ferry to Playa del Carmen, a coastal resort town known for its palm-lined beaches, coral reefs, and bustling nightlife. Optional get-together in one of the local bars with your group in the evening.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Playa del Carmen

• Meals Included: breakfast

• Activities Included: visit to Punta Sur Eco Beach Park; boat tour in Cozumel
Day 9 Day 9: Playa Del Carmen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Playa Del Carmen

Last day of our Riviera Maya Adventure. Decide by yourself what time to leave or extend your vacation and stay longer!

• Meals Included: breakfast

• Activities Included: n/a

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Riviera Maya Adventure: Step In Paradise In Amazing Beaches

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Itinerary of your trip Riviera Maya Adventure: Step In Paradise In Amazing Beaches

Day 1: Cancun

Day 2: Cancún - Isla Mujeres - Holbox Island

Day 3: Holbox - Cenote Saamal - Valladolid

Day 4: Valladolid - Coba Archeological Zone - Mayan Village - Tulum

Day 5: Tulum - Tulum Archeological Zone - Cenote Manatee - Muyil Archeological Zone - Bacalar

Day 6: Bacalar - Mahahual

Day 7: Mahahual - Akumal - Cozumel

Day 8: Cozumel - Playa Del Carmen

Day 9: Playa Del Carmen

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