Mérida & the Northwest
Private Puuc Route Tours
Our private Puuc Route tour gives you a private vehicle, a driver and a guide who speaks your language, with Puuc Route as the focus of the day. Puuc Route is about 80 to 120 km one way from Mérida, a drive of about 1 hour 15 minutes to the first site. Send a quote request and we will tailor the plan to your group.
Private Puuc Route tour options
The Puuc Route links several smaller Maya cities south of Mérida, including Uxmal, Kabah, Sayil, Labná and Xlapak. Their stone mosaics, masks and the Labná arch are distinct from the pyramids at Chichén Itzá, and crowds are small.
A Puuc Route private guide on the day explains what you are looking at, while the driver handles the road and parking.
- Uxmal plus Kabah, Sayil and Labná in one day
- Puuc Route with a visit to the Loltún caves
- Puuc Route with a hacienda lunch
- Puuc Route as part of a two-day tour with an overnight near Uxmal
What's included
Bottled water can be arranged.
Each site has its own entrance fee, with Uxmal the highest at roughly MXN 500 to 600 per foreign adult (2026); the smaller sites are lower.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a local driver
- Local guide for the main site, in English or Spanish, and other languages on request
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Mérida, arranged on request
- Fuel and highway tolls
- Not included: entrances, meals, drinks, tips
Sample private itinerary
Here is a typical day.
Wear sturdy shoes and plan for sun and humidity. This is a long day, so the early start matters.
- 7:30 Pickup in Mérida and drive south
- 9:00 Uxmal, guided visit
- 11:30 Kabah and the Palace of the Masks
- 12:30 Sayil, with the multi-story palace
- 13:30 Lunch near the route
- 14:30 Labná and its arch
- 16:30 Return to Mérida, arriving around 18:30
Private tour prices by group size
The private Puuc Route tour price depends mostly on the vehicle and the length of the day.
| Group size | Vehicle | Typical total (USD) | Approx. per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 people | Sedan or SUV | about $260 to $320 | about $130 to $160 |
| 4 people | SUV | about $290 to $360 | about $70 to $90 |
| 6 people | Van | about $340 to $420 | about $55 to $70 |
| 10 people | Van (up to about 10) | about $420 to $520 | about $40 to $50 |
Private vs. small-group tours
Neither option is better for everyone.
| Factor | Private | Small group |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule | Set by you | Set by the operator |
| Pace | Flexible, with extra time at your favorite stops | Fixed stops and times |
| Cost per person | Lower with larger groups | Lower for solo travelers |
| Pickup | Your hotel only | Often several hotels |
| Interests | Tailored | General |
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FAQs
How long is the tour?
Plan on 9 to 10 hours door to door, depending on your pace and any added stops.
How much does a private Puuc Route tour cost?
Typical prices start at about $260 to $320 total for two people, and the cost per person falls as the group grows. Entrances and meals are generally extra.
Can the tour be changed on the day?
Within reason, yes. A private vehicle and guide can adjust stops and timing, as long as closing hours and the drive time allow.
Is the Puuc Route better as a day trip or two days?
It is feasible as one long day, but a two-day version with an overnight near Uxmal is more relaxed.
Is pickup available outside Mérida?
Pickup can be arranged from other towns on request, and the price changes with the extra distance.
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.