Mérida & the Northwest
5-Day Yucatán & Campeche Tour
The 5-Day Yucatán & Campeche Tour is a private, guided route with overnights planned in advance. Five days combines Mérida with the walled port city of Campeche. You pass Uxmal and the Puuc on the way, visit Edzná, and return through Becal. Send a quote request and we will adapt the days to your arrival and departure points.
5-Day Yucatán & Campeche Tour at a glance
Five days combines Mérida with the walled port city of Campeche. You pass Uxmal and the Puuc on the way, visit Edzná, and return through Becal.
The route uses 2 nights in Mérida, 2 nights in Campeche. Travelers planning 5 days in Yucatán usually want this balance of sights and downtime.
- Mérida
- Uxmal and Kabah
- Campeche old town
- Edzná
- Becal
Day-by-day itinerary
This is a sample day-by-day plan.
- Day 1: Arrive in Mérida and walk the historic center. Overnight in Mérida.
- Day 2: Mérida to Uxmal (about 1 hour 15 minutes), Kabah and Sayil, then Campeche (about 3 hours). Overnight in Campeche.
- Day 3: Campeche's walls, forts and the old center, with an afternoon at Edzná. Overnight in Campeche.
- Day 4: Campeche to Mérida (about 2 hours 30 minutes), stopping in Becal or Hecelchakán. Overnight in Mérida.
- Day 5: Izamal or Celestún, then departure from Mérida.
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
- Campeche: Restored colonial mansions turned boutique hotels inside the walled center, plus larger hotels along the Malecón
Prices & dates
Typical prices for the 5-Day Yucatán & Campeche 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 & Campeche Tour is a starting point.
Common changes include:
- Add Calakmul as an extension
- Skip Izamal for a Celestún day
- End in Campeche
- Add Palenque (about 5 hours from Campeche)
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FAQs
How much does the 5-Day Yucatán & Campeche 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.
Can we visit Calakmul on this tour?
Calakmul is much further from Campeche, so it needs extra days. We can quote an extension.
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.