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  • From $3,798
    To $3,998 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+$1,150 for sgl. occ.)

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6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
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All meals included except 1 dinner.

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Meet / Depart

Mérida, Mexico/Cancún, Mexico

Special Interest

Culture & History, Exotic Adventure, Fine Wine & Cuisine, Geological Wonders, Kayak, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife, Romance &/or Honeymoon, Snorkel, Spa, Swim, Tropical/Winter Sunshine, Water Activities

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Yucatan Multisport Tour

Yucatan Multisport

Biking & Walking from Merida to the Maya Riviera

Our sunny winter escape in the Yucatán blends beach time and leisurely activities with the magnificent legacy of the Maya civilization. Dive into ancient history as we visit the enigmatic Maya ruins at Chichén Itzá. Stroll through beautifully preserved towns and discover picture-perfect vestiges of the colonial past. Explore one of Mexico’s largest cave systems with a local guide and bike to ancient cenotes for a refreshing dip. And throughout this Yucatán adventure, you’re embraced by the comforts of elegantly restored haciendas and a seaside haven, where options for watersports and relaxation abound.

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Days 1-2 Temozon

Meet in Mérida  Stretch your legs on a walking tour of our hacienda’s historic 17th-century property before enjoying a lunch of regional cuisine Pedal to a nearby cenote, where we have the crystal waters all to ourselves  Explore the expansive caves of Calcehtok Pedal to the rarely visited ruins of Oxkintok Wind through the backstreets of Maxcanu for a unique look into Mayan life.

Day 3 Chichen Itza

Ride along quiet back roads to Hacienda Sotuta de Peon, a restored 19th-century henequen farm As evening falls, walk to the impressive Maya site Chichén Itzá, the center of religious, political and military power in the Yucatán during its zenith from A.D. 800-1200.

Days 4-6 Riviera Maya

With our local guide, explore the carefully restored Castillo pyramid, giant ball court and temples of Chichén Itzá, displaying a mix of Maya and Toltec styles  Bike the wide jungle paths of Cobá and climb its pyramids for a 360º view  Playa del Carmen beckons for an evening out on the town  Sea kayak and snorkel with tropical fish in a secluded bay  Bask on an unspoiled beach, relax poolside or indulge in a massage at our hotel’s world-class spa After an optional beach hike, gather for breakfast overlooking the turquoise Caribbean.

Route Rating What's this? Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Each offers options for more or less activity, so you can decide exactly how much you want to do day by day.

Lodging What's this? Our lodgings are divided into three different categories.

Premiere Inns:These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.

Casual Inns:These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the areawith such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.

Deluxe Camping:We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.

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What a wonderful trip. I liked the mixture of the activities, with both cultural and active elements.
Glenn Eckhoff - New York, NY

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TROPICAL CHARMS: Premiere Inns*

Hacienda Temozon

Temozon (2 nights): Once a private estate, the hacienda welcomes us with beautifully furnished guest rooms, spacious gardens, a spectacular swimming pool and a 17th-century church.

Hotel Hacienda Chichen

Chichén Itzá (1 night): This one-time manor house of a 16th-century ranch features private casitas set in tropical gardens and a glimpse of the Chichén Itzá ruins from the pool.

* With 1 Casual Inn night

Esencia

Riviera Maya (2 nights): This intimate oceanfront member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers gourmet nouveau-Mexican dining, a spa and contemporary guest rooms adorned with handcrafted furnishings, Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows and duvets.

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Hacienda Temozon

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Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 1  2 Route Options Available
  • Biking 10, 16 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain  
  • Walking Tour 45 minutes
Day 2
  • Levels 1 to 3  3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 9, 15, 33 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Cave Tour 1.5 hours
Day 3
  • Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 9, 16, 28 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Level 1  1 Route Option Available
  • Biking 6.2 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Walking Tour of Chichén Itzá 2 hours
Day 5
  • Snorkeling 2 hours
Day 6
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • Walking 45 minutes
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain  
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Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
1 2-3
hours		 10-20
miles		 2-5
miles
2 2-4
hours		 21-30
miles		 5-7
miles
3 3-5
hours		 31-40
miles		 7-9
miles
4 4-6
hours		 41-55
miles		 9-11
miles
5 5-7+
hours		 56-75+
miles		 11-13+
miles