Hi everyone,
Back from my summer vacation, and it's already time to start planning the next one! I mean, I work to go on vacation and explore with my family—don’t you?
Next destination: Mexico (Yucatán and Quintana Roo),
When: February/March 2026,
Duration: 17 nights there (+1 arrival night, either a layover or late in the evening),
Who: Two adults and two young kids (3 and 8 years old),
Transport: Rental car
Interests: Culture, a little relaxation, hiking (though I’m not sure if the destination is ideal for that), and nature exploration.
The plan is to do the classic route but stay longer in each place—it’s easier to manage with kids.
Here’s what I had in mind:
Valladolid = 3 nights to visit Ek Balam, Chichén Itzá, and a cenote.
Mérida = 3 nights for a stop in Izamal on the way, exploring Mérida, then Uxmal + a trip to Celestún.
Campeche = 2 nights to see the Xtacumbilxunaan cave and the Edzná Maya site.
Calakmul = 1 night
Bacalar = 3 nights for the Lagoon of Seven Colors, Fort San Felipe, some downtime, and a possible day trip to Cozumel if needed.
Tulum = 5 nights to visit Cobá, Tulum, cenotes, the beach, Sian Ka’an + Muyil. Then back to the airport (1h30 drive or 2h if flying into Cancún).
Does this seem well-balanced?
Could I improve it by grouping accommodations more?
I’m guessing Palenque/Yaxchilán is too far (even if I cut other things from the itinerary)? It still sounds like an amazing trip...
Thanks,
