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Mérida & the Northwest

5-Day Luxury Hacienda Tour

Our 5-Day Luxury Hacienda Tour follows a tested rhythm of mornings at the sights and easy afternoons. Five days based at restored hacienda hotels near Mérida. You see Uxmal, Izamal and Celestún, with private transport, a guide and time to enjoy the estates. Request a quote and we will tailor the details.

5-Day Luxury Hacienda Tour at a glance

Five days based at restored hacienda hotels near Mérida. You see Uxmal, Izamal and Celestún, with private transport, a guide and time to enjoy the estates.

The route uses 4 nights at hacienda hotels. Travelers planning 5-day luxury hacienda tour package usually want this balance of sights and downtime.

  • Hacienda stays
  • Uxmal
  • Izamal
  • Celestún or a henequen hacienda
  • Private dinner

Day-by-day itinerary

This is a sample day-by-day plan.

  • Day 1: Arrive in Mérida; transfer to your hacienda hotel (about 30 to 45 minutes depending on the estate). Overnight at a hacienda.
  • Day 2: Uxmal and the Puuc, with a hacienda lunch. Overnight at a hacienda.
  • Day 3: Izamal and a cenote, then a spa or pool afternoon. Overnight at a hacienda.
  • Day 4: Celestún flamingos or a working henequen hacienda, with a private dinner at the hotel. Overnight at a hacienda.
  • Day 5: Late morning at leisure, then transfer to Mérida airport or onward.

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

  • Hacienda hotels: Restored hacienda estates with large rooms, courtyards, pools and gardens, such as Hacienda Temozón and Hacienda Xcanatún, which are well-known examples of the style

Prices & dates

Typical prices for the 5-Day Luxury Hacienda Tour run from about $2150 to $3250 per person, with two sharing a room and mid-range hotels. Departures are arranged on dates you choose.

OptionTypical price (USD per person)
Two sharing, mid-range hotelsabout $2150 to $3250
Two sharing, upscale hotelsabout $3010 to $4880
Solo travelerTypically more per person; ask for a quote
Groups of 4 or moreTypically lower per person; ask for a quote

Customize this tour

The 5-Day Luxury Hacienda Tour is a starting point.

Common changes include:

  • Split nights between two haciendas
  • Add Campeche for a night
  • Add a cooking class
  • Replace Celestún with Chichén Itzá

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FAQs

How much does the 5-Day Luxury Hacienda Tour cost?

Typical prices are about $2150 to $3250 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.

Which haciendas are used?

We choose from restored hacienda hotels in the Mérida region depending on dates and availability, and confirm the choice in your quote.

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.

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