Mexico & Guatemala Circuit (from Cancun) Travel Pass
Mexico & Guatemala Circuit (from Cancun) Travel Pass
Mexico & Guatemala Circuit (from Cancun) Travel Pass
18 Days Starting and ending in Cancún
Visiting: Merida, Palenque, Flores, San Ignacio, Belize City, Caye Caulker, Bacalar, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Cancún
Tour operator:
Tour code:
48344
Group Type:
Independent
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Explore Mexico, Guatemala and Belize in this incredible tour that will take you through these Central America countries. Experience snorkelling in the unique 'cenotes' of Yucatan, swim in the refreshing waters of the multi-tiered limestone waterfalls in Agua Azul, grab a bike to explore the spectacular beaches of Tulum and much more!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Merida, Mexico
Location: Merida
Cancun to Merida Type: Bus Time: Every hour from 01:00 to 23:59 Duration: 3.5 Hours Transfer from Cancun to Merida Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Merida.
Day 2: Merida, Mexico
Location: Merida
Enjoy the magic of cenotes by night Departure Time: 17:00 Duration: 5 hrs Embark on a journey with us as we explore the hidden wonders of Yucatan at night. We will leave the city of Merida and travel to a small village in the ring of cenotes, where we will have the opportunity to descend into the ancient underground waters of the region. These cenotes are truly magical and offer a chance to disconnect from the world and connect with Mother Earth. You can swim, snorkel, or simply relax and soak in the beauty of the surroundings. We will also visit a traditional Mayan village, where you can enjoy a delicious dinner and learn about the rich history and culture of the region. With the provided life jackets and snorkels, you can feel safe and comfortable as you explore these natural wonders. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience of adventure and relaxation.
Day 3: Merida, Mexico
Location: Merida
Chichen Itza Day Trip (roundtrip from Merida) Departure Time: 08:00, 08:10, 08:15, 08:20 Duration: 9.5 hrs Upon arrival to Chichen Itza, a specialised guide will give you a detailed tour of the site, enjoying the quiet of the morning visit before the crowds. Throughout the tour, your guide will provide archaeological essential background to better understand the history of Chichen Itza. Discover how this large pre-Columbian city played an important role in the Mayan civilization around 600 AD to 1200, and remained a center of worship and pilgrimage until the arrival of the Spaniards. Even today, it is still considered sacred by the Maya people of Yucatán Peninsula site. Like many of the cities of ancient Mexico, the site was abandoned, and its ruins were hidden by jungle. Hear how the site was discovered and excavated by archaeologists, earning the protection of UNESCO and today considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. They will explain the philosophy, cosmology and mythology behind this ancient place, such as the meaning of the stone carvings, pyramids, platforms, ball games. Visit the Temple of the Jaguars, the Temple of the Warriors and of course the famous pyramid, also known as the Temple of Kukulkan. Hear how a serpent of light seems going up the stairs of this temple in the spring and fall equinoxes (around March 21st & September 21st).
Day 4: Merida, Mexico
Location: Merida
Merida to Palenque Type: Bus (Overnight) Time: 22:00 23:30 Duration: 9 Hours Transfer from Merida to Palenque Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Palenque.
Day 5: Palenque, Mexico
Location: Palenque
Palenque Ruins, Agua Azul & Misol-Ha Waterfalls (from/to Palenque) Departure Time: 08:00 Duration: 11 hrs You will be picked up early in the morning and transferred to the Palenque ruins. You will have 3 hours and 30 minutes to visit these beautiful ruins hidden in the jungle. Then you will be transferred to Misol-ha where you will spend 45 minutes. The last stop will be at Agua Azul where you will have 2 hour and 30 minutes to freely explore this beautiful area. After seeing these 3 beautiful attractions, you will be taken back to Palenque and dropped off at your accommodation. Palenque Ruins: The ancient Mayan city of Palenque is one of Mexico's most breath-taking archaeological parks surrounded by lush tropical forest and jungle. This site has a serene, mystical atmosphere. From the moment you enter, you feel engulfed by a sense of history, timelessness and awe. Explore the site on foot and climb up the pyramids for great views of the ancient city and the jungle. (approx. 3 1⁄2 hours) Agua Azul Waterfalls: Rio Xumul-Ha (meaning River of Blue Water, or in Spanish, Agua Azul) features a series of torrential cascades and fast flowing waters rolling down a limestone ridge to form pools and small streams. Take a one-hour walk next to the falls in the breath-taking green valley and swim in one of the calm parts of the refreshing blue river. (approx. 2 1⁄2 hours) Misol-Ha Waterfall: River Misol-Ha (meaning "Streaming Water"), in the "Chol Maya" tribe area of Chiapas, creates one of the state's most wonderful natural sights as the river glides off the edge of a cliff and 40 meters down into a deep pool of water surrounded by lush vegetation. Swim in the deliciously refreshing water and be impressed by the sight of the fall from below. A small walkway will take you behind the water curtain created by the waterfall where you can walk inside the caves. (approx. 30 - 45 minutes)
Day 6: Flores, Guatemala
Location: Flores
Palenque to Flores Type: Shuttle Time: 06:00 Duration: 10 Hours Transfer from Palenque to Flores You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Flores, where you’ll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.
Day 7: Flores, Guatemala
Location: Flores
Tikal Early Morning Day Tour Departure Time: 04:30, 06:00, 08:00 Duration: 8.5 hrs Depart Flores at 4:30 am this morning for your early morning experience to Tikal archaeological site. Walk among giant pyramids towering over 200 feet at dawn to feel the magical vibration of Tikal and its historic splendor. Listen to the jungle sounds of exotic birds, monkeys and small mammals and feel the humid jungle air on your skin as the Maya inhabitants of this site felt it 2000 years ago. Immerse yourself in the jungle at dawn for an early morning tour through the archaeological site to experience the jungle come alive as it wakes up at sunrise, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get in touch with nature and marvel at the majestic pyramids hidden away in the jungle. This magical ancient city is teeming with native flora and fauna. If you are lucky you may be able to spot a jaguar walking leisurely through the park, although large numbers of visitors have caused the wildlife to move further into the jungle away from the noise. Howler monkeys here are famous for their loud growling sounds which may surprise you from a tree top overhead. Keep an eye out for colorful birds throughout the park such as toucan, parrots, eagles and quetzals. Tucked away in the vast Peten Region that covers 222 square miles of lush jungle in the northwest corner of Guatemala lie the ruins of the most magnificent archaeological site and important Maya citadel in Mesoamerica. Tikal National Park, declared as a UN World Heritage Site in 1979, is the largest excavated archaeological site on the American continents and is one of the most important natural reserves of Central America. It is known that Tikal, meaning “Place of Voices” in Maya, was one of the most powerful cities of their era covering more than 16 square kilometers and dominating other tribes in the surrounding region as well as interacting with neighboring cultures as far as Teotihuacan in the Valle de Mexico. The site was estimated to house between 10,000 - 90,000 inhabitants before being abruptly abandoned over 1000 years ago. *If you prefer, you can purchase your entrance tickets at any Banrural bank in Flores the day before the tour to avoid waiting in line.
Day 8: San Ignacio, Belize
Location: San Ignacio
Flores to San Ignacio Type: Shuttle Time: 07:00 Duration: 2.5 Hours Transfer from Flores to San Ignacio Please make your own way to the meeting point to catch your transfer to San Ignacio.
Day 9: Belize City, Belize
Location: San Ignacio, Belize City
San Ignacio to Belize City Type: Shuttle Time: 10:30 Duration: 2.5 Hours Transfer from San Ignacio to Belize City Please make your own way to the meeting point to catch your transfer to Belize City.
Day 10: Caye Caulker, Belize
Location: Belize City, Caye Caulker
Belize City to Caye Caulker Type: Ferry Time: 16:30, 17:30 Duration: 1.5 Hours Transfer from Belize City to Caye Caulker Please make your own way to the ferry terminal to catch your overwater transfer to Caye Caulker.
Day 11: Caye Caulker, Belize
Location: Caye Caulker
Snorkel with Sharks & Rays Departure Time: 10:30, 13:30 Duration: 3 hrs Discover the unparalleled natural beauty of Belize's marine life with a snorkeling experience that you will never forget. On this half-day tour in Caye Caulker Marine Reserve, you will get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel along the reef in complete serenity. Navigate through mazes of pristine coral reef among schools of tropical fish, and even get the chance to swim with nurse sharks and stingrays. See all this and more at three different snorkeling stops along the magnificent local reef of Caye Caulker.
Day 12: Chetumal, Mexico
Location: Caye Caulker
Caye Caulker to Chetumal via San Pedro Type: Ferry Time: 12:45 Duration: 3 Hours Transfer from Caye Caulker to Chetumal Please make your own way to the ferry terminal to catch your overwater transfer to Chetumal. Please keep in mind that the check-in is 2 hours prior to departure!
Day 13: Bacalar, Mexico
Location: Bacalar
Chetumal to Bacalar Type: Bus Time: 7:30:00 AM, 08:30, 10:30, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 14:30, 18:30 Duration: 1 Hours Transfer from Chetumal to Bacalar Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Bacalar.
Day 14: Tulum, Mexico
Location: Tulum
Bacalar to Tulum Type: Bus Time: 07:20, 08:20, 09:20, 11:20, 12:20, 14:20, 15:20, 16:20, 17:20, 19:20 Duration: 2.5 Hours Transfer from Bacalar to Tulum Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Tulum.
Day 15: Tulum, Mexico
Location: Tulum
Local Community & Cenotes by Bike Departure Time: 9:00, 15:30 Duration: 4 hrs Embark on an exciting adventure in the jungle in which we will ride the bicycles to go from one cenote to another! We will meet in Chemuyil, a beautiful town with incredible tranquility, and visit three exclusive cenotes of the local community. Each cenote is unique and special: one of them is a cave-type cenote, another is an open cenote like a natural pool, and the third one is an incredible cenote for underwater photos. From the meeting point to the first cenote is only 5 minutes and from the first cenote to the second is 5 minutes, so all the cenotes are very close to each other! NOTE: Please note outdoor activities carry risks, and you may be exposed to dangerous situations as part of this experience. Make sure you can participate safely given your abilities and the conditions (such as location, weather, and equipment).
Day 16: Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Location: Playa del Carmen
Tulum to Playa del Carmen Type: Bus Time: 08:10, 10:20, 11:20, 11:30, 13:00, 14:20, 15:20, 16:30, 17:35, 18:45, 19:20, 20:20, 21:25, 22:20, 23:57 Duration: 1 Hours Transfer from Tulum to Playa del Carmen Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Playa del Carmen.
Day 17: Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Location: Playa del Carmen
Free Day Enjoy a free day to experience on your own
Day 18: Cancun, Mexico
Location: Cancún
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Type: Bus Time: Every 30 minutes from 07:00 to 23:10 Duration: 1.5 Hours Transfer from Playa del Carmen to Cancun Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Cancun.
What's Included
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Transport
This tour includes various modes of transportation such as buses, shuttles, and ferries. Key transfers include Cancun to Merida, Palenque to Flores, and Belize City to Caye Caulker, ensuring seamless travel between destinations.
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Meals
One lunch is included in this tour package.
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Activities
The tour includes several activities such as enjoying the magic of cenotes by night, a Chichen Itza day trip, visiting Palenque Ruins, Agua Azul & Misol-Ha Waterfalls, a Tikal early morning day tour, snorkeling with sharks & rays, and exploring local community & cenotes by bike.
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Guides
An English-speaking guide is provided for some of the activities.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered in this tour package.
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Accommodations
Accommodation is not included in this tour package.
Travelers are responsible for arranging their own lodging throughout the trip. -
Guides where not mentioned
Guides are not provided for activities or segments of the tour where they are not specifically mentioned.
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Other Meals / Drinks
Meals and drinks other than the one lunch included are not covered in this tour package.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately by the traveler.
Mode of Transport
This tour includes various modes of transportation such as buses, shuttles, and ferries. Key transfers include Cancun to Merida, Palenque to Flores, and Belize City to Caye Caulker, ensuring seamless travel between destinations.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in this tour package. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own lodging throughout the trip.
Check out our Q&As
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What types of transportation are included in this tour?
This tour includes various modes of transportation such as buses, shuttles, and ferries. Key transfers include Cancun to Merida, Palenque to Flores, and Belize City to Caye Caulker, ensuring seamless travel between destinations.
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Is accommodation included in the tour package?
No, accommodation is not included in this tour package. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own lodging throughout the trip.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Only one meal (1L) is included in the tour. Other meals and drinks are not included.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes several activities such as enjoying the magic of cenotes by night, a Chichen Itza day trip, visiting Palenque Ruins, Agua Azul & Misol-Ha Waterfalls, a Tikal early morning day tour, snorkeling with sharks & rays, and a local community & cenotes bike tour.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
An English-speaking guide will be available for some of the activities.
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What should I be aware of when participating in outdoor activities?
Please note that outdoor activities carry risks, and you may be exposed to dangerous situations as part of this experience. Make sure you can participate safely given your abilities and the conditions (such as location, weather, and equipment).
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What is the departure time for the Tikal Early Morning Day Tour?
The Tikal Early Morning Day Tour departs at 04:30, 06:00, and 08:00.
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What is the duration of the snorkeling with sharks and rays activity?
The snorkeling with sharks and rays activity has a duration of 3 hours.
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What is the duration of the transfer from Palenque to Flores?
The transfer from Palenque to Flores is approximately 10 hours.
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What is the duration of the Chichen Itza Day Trip?
The Chichen Itza Day Trip has a duration of 9.5 hours.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Free Date Changes
Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% 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 bamba travel 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.