Mérida & the Northwest
5-Day Yucatán Tour
A 5-Day Yucatán Tour gives you a guided route through the peninsula with a private vehicle, a local driver and hotels chosen for each stop. Five days adds Celestún and its flamingos to the classic ruins loop. You spend three nights in Mérida, which makes day trips easy, and one night in Valladolid for the early start at Chichén Itzá. Request a quote with your dates and group size to see the plan and current pricing.
5-Day Yucatán Tour at a glance
Five days adds Celestún and its flamingos to the classic ruins loop. You spend three nights in Mérida, which makes day trips easy, and one night in Valladolid for the early start at Chichén Itzá.
The route uses 3 nights in Mérida, 1 night in Valladolid. Travelers planning 5 days in Yucatán usually want this balance of sights and downtime.
Day-by-day itinerary
This is a sample day-by-day plan.
- Day 1: Arrive in Mérida; evening walk around Plaza Grande. Overnight in Mérida.
- Day 2: Celestún flamingo boat trip (about 1 hour 30 minutes each way) with a seafood lunch. Overnight in Mérida.
- Day 3: Uxmal and the Puuc ruins (Kabah, Sayil, Labná), with a return to Mérida by late afternoon. Overnight in Mérida.
- Day 4: Izamal, then Chichén Itzá and a cenote, and on to Valladolid. Overnight in Valladolid.
- Day 5: Ek Balam and a cenote, then transfer to Cancún (about 2 hours) or back to Mérida (about 2 hours).
What's included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a local driver
- Local guide at the main archaeological sites
- Hotels for each night, as in the plan
- Fuel, tolls and parking
- Not included: entrances, most meals, drinks, tips
Hotels
- Mérida: Restored colonial houses and boutique hotels in the Centro Histórico, larger hotels along Paseo de Montejo, and quiet courtyard stays in neighborhoods such as Santiago or Santa Lucía
- Valladolid: Small courtyard hotels and posadas around the Centro Histórico, many with pools, plus a few cenote-side properties on the edge of town
Prices & dates
Typical prices for the 5-Day Yucatán Tour run from about $950 to $1350 per person, with two sharing a room and mid-range hotels. Departures are arranged on dates you choose.
| Option | Typical price (USD per person) |
|---|---|
| Two sharing, mid-range hotels | about $950 to $1350 |
| Two sharing, upscale hotels | about $1330 to $2020 |
| Solo traveler | Typically more per person; ask for a quote |
| Groups of 4 or more | Typically lower per person; ask for a quote |
Customize this tour
The 5-Day Yucatán Tour is a starting point.
Common changes include:
- Replace Celestún with a day in Mérida
- Add a hacienda stop on day three
- Finish in Cancún or Mérida
- Add Río Lagartos as an extra day
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FAQs
How much does the 5-Day Yucatán Tour cost?
Typical prices are about $950 to $1350 per person with two sharing, depending on hotels and season. Request a quote for your dates.
Can the tour start or end in Cancún or Mérida?
Yes. We can start or finish in either city, or at an airport, and adjust the route accordingly.
Can we change the itinerary?
Yes. The plan is a starting point, and you can add, drop or reorder stops.
When are flamingos in Celestún?
They are present most of the year, with the highest numbers from about November to March.
When is the best time to go?
The dry season, from about November to April, is more comfortable. Summer is hot and humid, with afternoon storms.
Want this trip planned for you?
Tell us your dates, group size and where you are staying. We check availability with local guides and send back a price.