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Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 22 Day Mayan Adventure: Mexico, Belize & Guatemala. Leave the resorts of the Mayan Riviera behind and explore the authentic Yucatán. From sunny beaches and lush jungles to the highlands of Chiapas, journey through Belize, Guatemala, and southern Mexico on this incredible 22-day adventure. Explore the amazing ruins of Chichén Itzá, Palenque, and Tikal and walk the cobblestoned streets of colonial San Cristóbal de las Casas and Antigua. Snorkel with stingrays or just get into the reggae pace of life on a sunny Caribbean island. Experience read more a journey that introduces you to local culture and offers insight into the history of the Mayan heartland.
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Trip Length
22 Days
Trip Starts
Playa del Carmen
Trip Ends
Playa del Carmen
Departures
Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Operator
G Adventures
2 Trip Reviews
Avg. Rating: 4/5
Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guiding Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
CAM
Itinerary
As travellers arrive throughout the day, there are no planned activities until the welcome meeting in the evening. Stay: Hotel Nautilus
Depart Playa del Carmen and head to the famous Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá for a guided tour. Spend time exploring this famous site, known for its huge stepped pyramids and elaborate stone carvings. Continue on to Mérida, the capital of the Yucatán State, and take a short orientation walk. Also known as la ciudad blanca (the white city), Mérida offers the ideal opportunity to learn about Mexico’s fascinating mix of cultural influences. Stay: Hotel Santa Lucia by Kavia
The area surrounding Mérida has tons to offer. Choose to visit nearby cenotes (water sink holes) in the town of Cuzamá. Inside, swim in the massive crystal-clear sinkholes. Transportation to the cenotes is half the fun, taking small wooden horse-drawn carts along old rail tracks. Opt to visit ruins in Uxmal, ride the PUUC Route or go bird-watching. There's something for everyone. Stay: Hotel Santa Lucia by Kavia
After a long day of travel from the Yucatán to the jungles of Chiapas, arrive to Palenque and settle in for 2 nights. Stay: Hotel Maya Tulipanes
Enjoy a guided tour of the Mayan ruins of Palenque. After, go for a swim in the pristine turquoise waters of Roberto Barrios waterfall. Stay: Hotel Maya Tulipanes
Travel to San Cristóbal de Las Casas located in a high mountain valley at 2110m (6921 ft), via Villahermosa. Enjoy an orientation walk of the city, known for its 16th-century architecture. Stay: Baron de las Casas
Opt to visit nearby indigenous Mayan villages to see their unique day-to-day life or journey to beautiful Sumidero Canyon for a relaxing boat ride. Stay: Baron de las Casas
The first stop in Guatemala is on beautiful Lake Atitlán. Stay in Panajachel, a lakeshore town surrounded by spectacular volcanoes and small villages. Stay: Hotel Chinimaya
Embark on a boat ride across the lake before participating in a G Adventures-supported homestay with a local family. This area is known for stunning scenery and great shopping for Mayan handicrafts. Take part in a cultural tour of San Juan la Laguna where you can opt to bargain for colourful textiles and paintings from the local artisans. Stay: Rupalaj Kistalin Posada Homestay (D)
There is so much to do in this charming colonial city, optional activities for the area include a city tour, salsa dancing classes, a Guatemalan cooking class, or relaxing with a massage. Further afield you can rent bikes and ride through the hills, visit a macadamia nut farm or check out some nearby villages. Stay: Hotel Bucaros Express
Try your hand at making some Guatemalan cuisine. Pre-book the Antigua Cooking Class on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance. Stay: Hotel Bucaros Express
Travel to Rio Dulce and enjoy free time to explore. Stay: Hacienda Tijax
Travel to the Caribbean town of Livingston by scenic boat ride from Rio Dulce. Enjoy a visit to the G Adventures–supported El Manglar Restaurant for an explanation of the women-led community initiative project here. Then, walk around the grounds before a sit-down lunch of delicious local flavours. Continue on to Flores. Located on Lake Petén Itzá, this is an excellent home base for exploring nearby Tikal. Stay: Hotel Petén (L)
Enjoy a guided tour of the nearby Mayan ruins of Tikal. In the afternoon, opt to relax on the lake or hang out at a café in town. Stay: Hotel Petén
Cross the border to Belize. Opt to visit the sacred Mayan cave Actun Tunichil Muknal, explore the Mountain Pine Ridge area, or see the lesser-known Mayan ruins of Xunantunich. Stay: Midas Resort
Enjoy a free day to explore. Opt to check out nearby caves, some more Mayan sites or a local conservation project. Stay: Midas Resort
Caye Caulker is a relaxed and easy going island with friendly and welcoming local residents. There are dozens of activities around the island and surrounding coral reefs. Try your hand at fishing and barbecue your catch on the beach. Stay: Enjoy Hotel
Spend time enjoying this island paradise. Opt to go on a sailing trip to snorkel with stingrays, nurse sharks and green turtles at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. If the boats aren't your thing, just relax, Belizean-style. Stay: Enjoy Hotel
Jump for joy that you get another full day to explore Caye Caulker! Do what you didn't get to yesterday or take the day to just lay on the beach! Stay: Enjoy Hotel
With plenty of options nearby, Playa is an excellent hub for exploring. Stay: Hotel Nautilus
Enjoy a free day to explore the Mayan ruins of Tulúm, or visit one of the many cenotes. Enjoy dinner at a G Adventures-supported community restaurant with a youth-focused art program. Stay: Hotel Nautilus (D)
Depart at any time.
Trip Inclusions
- Explore incredible Mayan sites and colourful local markets.
- Opt to snorkel on Belize's world-famous barrier reef.
- Wander colonial towns and Caribbean shores.
- Your G for Good Moment: Posadas Mayas Homestay, San Juan La Laguna
- Your G for Good Moment: Caribbean Gastronomic Experience "El Manglar", Lívingston
- Your G for Good Moment: Belize Bike with Purpose Tour, Caye Caulker
- Your G for Good Moment: El Hongo Mexican Community Restaurant & Youth Art Program, Playa del Carmen
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Mérida
- Your Discover Moment: San Cristóbal de Las Casas
- Your Discover Moment: Antigua Guatemala
- Your Discover Moment: San Ignacio
- Your Discover Moment: Caye Caulker
- Your Discover Moment: Playa del Carmen
- Chichén Itzá guided tour
- Mérida orientation walk
- Palenque guided tour
- Roberto Barrios waterfall visit
- San Cristóbal de las Casas orientation walk
- Lake Atitlán boat tour
- Antigua orientation walk
- Scenic boat ride to Livingston
- Tikal guided tour
- G Adventures-supported bike tour of Caye Caulker
- Beach time in Playa del Carmen
- Free time in Mérida, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Antigua, San Ignacio, Caye Caulker, and Playa del Carmen
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels (19 Nights), jungle lodge (1 Night), homestay (1 Night)
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 1 lunch, 2 dinners
- Public bus, private vehicle, boat, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Classic
Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.
Trip Reviews (2)
Mayan Adventure: Mexico, Belize & Guatemala 0
Michelle, VIC, Australia, Apr 2025
Spent an amazing 3 weeks exploring the 3 countries. Never knew of Belize before signing up for this tour and had one of the best snorkeling experience ever. Being a bit of a longer tour than the usual 2 weeks, it can get tiring towards the end but this tour really covers a lot of places and distances and much time on the road. Nevertheless, this tour read more is a great way to get the taste of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize. Best tacos and coffees.
It was an interesting trip, very different to what I expected. Accommodation left a lot to be desired, especially in the early part of the trip, sometimes no hot water or lukewarm, I would say 1 to 2 star rating. Very disappointed there were no breakfasts included and usually stopped at fast food places on early start days. A lot of time spent on read more bus travel. Having to pay for nearly all meals plus all the tipping made it an expensive trip. Highlights would be seeing some of the ruins, snorkeling in the Caribbean, swimming in the Cenotes, plus cooking class with the women's group, but the thing that made the trip was the people in the group, they were the best crew ever.
Dates & Pricing
USD
Wednesday
18 Feb 2026
18 Feb 26
Playa del Carmen
Wednesday
11 Mar 2026
11 Mar 26
Playa del Carmen
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$3,449
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
22 Feb 2026
22 Feb 26
Playa del Carmen
Sunday
15 Mar 2026
15 Mar 26
Playa del Carmen
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$3,449
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Wednesday
25 Feb 2026
25 Feb 26
Playa del Carmen
Wednesday
18 Mar 2026
18 Mar 26
Playa del Carmen
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$3,449
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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