Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
Morning: Arrive from Mérida airport, check into a beachfront hotel on the Malecón. Take a leisurely walk along the Malecón, admiring the long pier and Gulf views.
Mid-day: Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at a Malecón restaurant. Afternoon: Visit the Museo del Meteorito for an interactive exhibit. Evening: Sunset cocktails and relaxed dinner.
Ideal for a weekend escape to Progreso and its surroundings.
Arrive in Progreso, explore the Malecón and beach. Enjoy a local seafood dinner and sunset over the Gulf.
Morning trip to Dzibilchaltún (Mayan ruins + cenote). Afternoon at Progreso beach. Evening street food.
Early bus to Mérida for historic center exploration, museums, and traditional Yucatecan lunch.
For extended visits, consider vacation rentals, joining expat groups, exploring markets, and taking cooking classes.
Combine one-week plan with dives: more beach time in Progreso, extended Mérida exploration, overnight in Valladolid for Ek Balam and more cenotes, and a visit to Campeche.
Enjoy extended beach time, kitesurfing lessons, and exploring nearby coastal towns.
Explore neighborhoods, take a cooking class, visit art galleries, and enjoy more evening culture.
Include overnights in Valladolid or Izamal for Ek Balam, more cenotes, and haciendas. Visit Río Lagartos for pink lakes.
Customize your journey based on your specific interests.
Base your trip in Mérida. Visit Progreso's Museo del Meteorito. Take day trips to Dzibilchaltún, Uxmal, Chichen Itza, Mayapán, Izamal, and historic haciendas.
Explore Progreso and Mérida markets for fresh produce. Take a Yucatecan cooking class. Sample street food specialties extensively.
Enjoy kitesurfing or paddleboarding in Progreso. Explore multiple cenotes for swimming and diving. Take a boat tour in Celestún for wildlife viewing.
Base your family in Progreso with a beachfront rental. Enjoy ample beach time, Museo del Meteorito, El Corchito Ecological Reserve, and Dzibilchaltún.
Base your trip mainly in Mérida, renowned for its colonial architecture and burgeoning art scene.
Focus on the serene aspects of the Yucatán.
Plan your trip considering your financial preferences and the best times to visit.
Stay in budget hotels or Mérida hostels. Rely on local buses and colectivos. Prioritize street food and free attractions.
Choose comfortable mid-range hotels. Mix public transport with occasional taxis. Dine at a variety of local and established restaurants.
For luxury, choose upscale rentals with private transfers and chefs. For value, visit in shoulder/low season, book kitchens, and DIY tours.
Winter (Nov-Feb) brings ideal weather, active flamingos, and a lively atmosphere, but expect more crowds and higher prices.
Summer (Jun-Aug) is hot and humid, with fewer tourists. Plan early morning activities and enjoy lower prices.
Experience Progreso's pre-Lenten celebrations with colorful parades and music (Feb/Mar).
Immerse in Yucatecan Day of the Dead traditions with altars and special foods (late Oct/early Nov).
