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Luxury Family Travel to the Yucatan Peninsula

The Journey on our Yucatan Peninsula Luxury Tour

Please note that the following itinerary is an example, as all of our journeys are custom-made.

Campeche and Merida
Luxury Trip MexicoFly to Campeche, where you will be greeted by your personal host upon arrival and privately transferred to the enchanting and exclusive colonial hacienda Uayamon. This hacienda seamlessly combines the colonial grandeur of the past with the amenities of a luxury accommodation. On your first day, enjoy a tour of the beautiful property and take in the colonial charm of the region through a guided tour of the main attractions of the historical city of Campeche.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites around Campeche including a private guided tour of the Mayan ruins of Edzna. As you look up at the impressive windows into another era, contemplate this culturally dynamic and enduring society whose ancestors date back to 600 B.C. Next, be privately transferred northeast to the picturesque Hacienda San Jose, located near Merida in the midst of the tropical rainforest. Along the way, visit the impressive Uxmal ruins with your personal expert guide and imagine yourself in that time as you traverse the remnants of this ancient world on your luxury tour in the Yucatan Peninsula.

In the evenings, enjoy delicious food, spa treatments, and relaxation in woven cotton hammocks and at the stone-walled pool of your hacienda as you reflect on these spectacular natural and cultural wonders.

The Riviera Maya Coast
Playa del Carmen Luxury TravelNext, enjoy a private transfer east towards the beautiful Riviera Maya coast, stopping along the way to explore the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá. Arrive at the exclusive Maroma Resort, located on the Carribean Sea near Playa del Carmen. Spend your first day unwinding on the most exclusive stunning white sand beaches and enjoy swimming and relaxation on these nearly deserted beaches merely steps away from your private suite as you take in views of the turquoise waters and lush green jungle that surround you.

The next day, you will explore mysterious underground cenotes (sink holes), enjoy snorkeling in the crystal blue water and see spectacular wildlife and explore your cave-like surroundings. You will then be privately transferred to experience an exclusive visit to the pristine tropical forests at the Sian Ka’An Biosphere where you can float on canals and enjoy relaxing next to beautiful freshwater lagoons. See amazing wildlife during a snorkeling excursion off the impressive reef at Puerto Morelos with your expert guide. You will then enjoy spectacular views of flamingos from the air during a private aerial sightseeing tour over the Rio Lagartos National Park and the rest of the peninsula. Our hand-selected luxury itineraries in the Yucatan Peninsula will allow you to experience the most impressive wonders this region has to offer.

Optional Extensions
If you have extra time, we recommend combining this trip with some of the spectacular highlights of Guatemala and Belize. Options include the majestic ruins of Tikal, the charming colonial city of Antigua and a diversity of gorgeous landscapes ranging from the picturesque crystal clear blue Lake Atitlan to the deep jungle. You can also continue onto Belize, exploring the jungle rich with Mayan history and the captivating Blue Hole. Ask us for details.

 

Yucatan Peninsula Luxury Travel

Yucatan Peninsula Luxury Tour

Imagine yourself in a land rich with colonial elegance, history, culture, and beguiling natural beauty. With a backdrop of tropical forests and breathtaking white sand beaches, one can see why the Mayan people chose the Yucatan Peninsula as the ideal location to build their home. Be transported back in time through visits with your personal guide to unique colonial sites and ancient ruins along the Ruta Maya. Learn about the fascinating Mayan civilization, and take an active journey across a pristine landscape characterized by lush jungle, sink holes, and the second-largest reef in the world.

The cultural and natural wonders designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the virtually untouched white sand beaches and the spectacular natural beauty of the region make the Yucatan Peninsula a worthwhile destination that everyone should see in a lifetime.

Available Year-round
Best time to go October > May
Minimum Stay 6 Days
Recommended Stay 6-10 Days
Price Reference
(9 Days, Private party of 2)
$10,500 - $13,500*
Per passenger

Note: Prices will vary based on the specifics of your itinerary. Parties of 4 or more will benefit from lower prices per passenger


What is included

  Luxury accommodation at Hacienda Uayamon, Hacienda San Jose, and at the Maroma Resort
  Services of a Blue Parallel host and private specialized guides throughout the journey
  All special events, private guided tours, private excursions, private outdoor activities, spa treatments and entrance fees.
  Certain meals
  Continual monitoring of your journey by a Blue Parallel team composed of a personal travel concierge in our offices, and a personal host in each destination. In addition, a "behind the scenes" logistical expert is staffed on each trip in order to monitor every step of the journey. The team is on call 24-hours a day during a trip
  All transportation and private transfers
  A Blue Parallel customized travel kit that you will receive prior to departure

 

Luxury Trip

The Highlights

The Discovery
Colonial architecture in the coastal city of Campeche
18th and 19th Century colonial haciendas
Maya archeological sites such as Uxmal, Tulum, and Chichen Itza
The Riviera Maya
Complex reef system
Sian Ka’An Biosphere

The Luxury
Luxury colonial haciendas
Exclusive resorts on the Riviera Maya
Gourmet regional cuisine
Private vehicles
Spa treatments
Personal hosts and guides

The Adventure
Rainforest excursions
Snorkeling
Kayaking
Scuba diving
Zip-lining
Hiking
Private yacht excursions
Aerial sightseeing tours

The Convenience
No visa for U.S. and U.K citizens
No vaccinations
No significant time difference with the United States

Blue Parallel Exclusives

Stay in the best suites at exclusive colonial haciendas
Meeting with scholars and specialists in Mayan architecture / archeology
Meeting with a local community of fishermen that will take you through the Sian Ka'an Biosphere
Private sightseeing flights over the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, and over flamingo populated Celestun
Night tour of Cenotes (sinkholes) with speleologist expert
Tasting session of fine liquors in an organic distillery
Private jet services
Organization of exclusive events


Reviews

Testimonials
We recently had the pleasure of experiencing the sublime via our Blue Parallel-planned honeymoon in the Yucatan and Mayan Riviera. Our trip was meticulously organized to maximize our time spent traveling from hacienda to exquisite hacienda. Thanks to Blue Parallel, we enjoyed the best this region had to offer at every moment of our beautiful trip.  The attention to detail ensured that we felt catered to and taken care of in the highest sense.
Tarek and Sirena Shamounki , Maryland

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