Days
9
Destinations
10
Type of trip
Group
Activities
8
Overview from the travel specialist
Hi, I'm Ignacio: Experience Mexico actively and up close! Our bike tour takes you through Cozumel and Mérida, past Chichén Itzá and a refreshing cenote. Enjoy a picturesque coastal ride to the pink lagoons and be enchanted by the Tulum ruins. Your adventure is rounded off with traditional Yucatecan cuisine and an authentic taquisa. Perfect for anyone who wants to discover Mexico in a sporty way!
Highlights
Your Mexico bike tour
âś“ Cycling on the island of Cozumel and in MĂ©rida
✓ Exploring Chichén Itzá and swimming in a cenote
âś“ Coastal trip to the pink lagoons and seafood lunch
âś“ Visit to the Tulum ruins with a view of the Caribbean Sea
âś“ Traditional Yucatecan lunch and taquisa experience
âś“ Tequila tasting and boat trip for birdwatching in Rio Lagartos
Mexico on two wheels - your round trip starts here!
Join us on a 9-day bike tour through the Yucatán Peninsula, starting in Playa del Carmen and exploring Cozumel by bike. Visit the impressive ruins of Chichén Itzá, refresh yourself in a cenote and cycle through the lively streets of Merida. The tour continues with coastal rides, seafood and a visit to the stunning pink lagoons of Las Coloradas. End your adventure in the tranquil surroundings of Tulum, where history, culture and nature come together in a unique way.
Day 1: CancĂşn - Playa del Carmen
Arrival at Cancún International Airport. Afterwards, transfer from the airport to Playa del Carmen and check-in at your hotel. Playa del Carmen, located on the northeastern coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, is known for its coral reefs and palm-fringed beaches. In the evening, you will meet your tour guide at 7:30 p.m. for a welcome meeting, followed by an optional group dinner and the collection of your bicycle. No further activities are scheduled for today, so you may arrive at any time.
Services: Transfer from the airport, Overnight stay in a hotel in Playa del Carmen, Bike pickup
Day 2: Cozumel
In the morning, take the ferry to the island of Cozumel, known for its clear waters and vibrant marine life. Upon arrival, you will familiarize yourself with your bike and make adjustments if necessary. The bike tour begins with a 15 km ride on paved roads that cross the island from west to east, with a stop for fresh coconut water at a beach bar. Continue along the coast until you reach the Bob Marley Bar, where you can relax in hammocks and swim. Return to the ferry port by vehicle, with optional additional cycling if time permits.
Cycling distance: approx. 40 - 60 km
Services: Overnight stay in a hotel in Playa del Carmen (breakfast), ferry transfer, cycling tour through Cozumel, refreshment stop at a local bar
Day 3: Chichén Itzá - Merida
Leave Playa del Carmen early in the morning and drive inland to Chichén Itzá (2 hours). Discover the important archaeological sites with a local guide. Then continue to the Yokdzonot cenote for a refreshing swim and lunch (not included). Finally, you will drive to Merida (1.5 hours) and take a 10 km bike tour through the town.
Cycling distance: approx. 10 km
Services: Overnight stay in Mérida, Private transfer, Excursion to Cenote Yokdzonot, Guided visit of Chichén Itzá, Bike tour through Mérida
Day 4: Dzilam de Bravo - San Crisanto - Merida
Start the day with a ride to Dzilam de Bravo (1.5 hours), with a stop at Dzilam Gonzalez to see an unrestored archaeological site. Cycle along the northern coast of the Yucatán, past small fishing villages, until you reach the palm-fringed beach of San Crisanto. Enjoy a seafood lunch and learn how to prepare local drinks such as michelada and chelada. Return to Merida by bus and later experience a traditional taquisa (taco party) in a local house or restaurant.
Cycling distance: approx. 30 km
Services: Overnight stay in MĂ©rida (breakfast, seafood grill lunch, taquisa dinner), Cycling tour to the beach
Day 5: Ake - Izamal - Valladolid
Say goodbye to Merida and set off early for Tixpehual, where today's cycle tour begins. Ride through villages to Ake and then to Izamal. This colonial town, founded on an important Mayan ceremonial site, has a Franciscan monastery from the 16th century. Explore the site and enjoy a lunch of local dishes such as salbutes and panuchos. In the afternoon, visit local craft workshops before heading to Valladolid (1.5 hours) for a two-day stay.
Cycling distance: approx. 25 km
Services: Overnight stay in Valladolid (breakfast, Yucatecan lunch),Private transfer, Cycling tour to archaeological sites
Day 6: RĂo Lagartos - Valladolid
Leave the hotel early and drive to Rio Lagartos (2 hours) to start your ride. Cycle to the pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, where locals extract sea salt. The colors of the lagoons come from certain algae that also attract flamingos and spoonbills. Enjoy a swim at a secluded beach and a seafood lunch in Rio Lagartos (not included). Take an optional boat tour to observe the local birdlife, followed by a tequila tasting, before returning to Valladolid.
Cycling distance: approx. 23 km
Services: Overnight stay in a hotel in Valladolid (breakfast, tequila tasting), Private transfer, Cycling tour to Laguna Las Coloradas
Day 7: Xiulub - Cobá - Tulum
Ride to the village of Xiulub (1 hour) and cycle through remote roads to the Mayan ruins of Cobá. Explore the site, which is home to one of the highest Mayan temples in the region. After lunch (not included), continue by bus to Tulum.
Cycling distance: approx. 35 km
Services: Overnight stay in a hotel in Tulum (breakfast), Private transfer, Bike tour through the Cobá ruins
Day 8: Playa del Carmen - CancĂşn
After breakfast, visit the Tulum ruins with a local guide. In the afternoon, return to Playa del Carmen and check-in at the hotel. The afternoon is at leisure.
After breakfast, you will visit the impressive ruins of Tulum together with a local guide. Afterwards, you will be transferred to Playa del Carmen. In the afternoon, drop-off your bike and enjoy one last relaxing day on the beaches of Playa.
Services: Overnight stay in Playa del Carmen (breakfast), Private transfer, Guided tour of the Tulum ruins, Visit to Parque del Jaguar, Return of the bicycles
Day 9: Playa del Carmen
The trip ends after breakfast at the hotel. There are no activities planned, so you can leave at any time.
Services: Private transfer to the airport
What is included?
Accommodation in selected hotels or similar accommodations
In air-conditioned vehicles
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Accompanied by a qualified, English-speaking guide
All excursions and entrance fees listed in the itinerary
Bike rental and equipment
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Optional services
- International flights
- Optional excursions and services
- Tips and personal expenses (not included)
- Transfer from your home to the airport and back
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