Yucatan Family Multisport

Yucatan Family Multisport

Bike, Walk & Snorkel in Mexico's Maya Kingdom

Bring your family to sunny Mexico for a Backroads adventure that combines plenty of activity and beach time with a window into the soul of the Yucatán. Here the past and present mix openly, providing a canvas for exploration like few others. Become immersed in the rich and varied history of the Maya with visits to numerous archaeological gems, including Chichén Itzá. Explore hidden caves and sleepy Maya villages. Plunge into crystalline jungle cenotes and snorkel in the azure Caribbean. Throughout our trip, we're embraced by the comforts of charming tropical hideaways and a seaside haven.

Trip Highlights
  • Magnificent ruins at Chichén Itzá and Cobá
  • Picture-perfect Riviera Maya with white sand, coral reefs and sea breezes
  • Bike to rarely seen Maya towns, where time seems to stand still
  • Swim in cool cenotes and snorkel the ocean reef
  • An incredible spelunking adventure
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The Day-to-Day Itinerary

Days 1-2 TEMOZON

Meet in Mérida Pedal into the countryside on jungle-flanked back roads  Ease into a cenote - a pristine natural well once used by the Maya - for a refreshing dip Explore the Calcehtok Caves, one of Mexico's largest cave systems Take in sweeping views during your ride to the rarely visited Maya site of Oxkintok Kids create Maya crafts with help from local experts.

Day 3 Chichen Itza

Bike through rural towns to the historic Hacienda Sotuta de Peón, where a traditional Yucatecan feast awaits Explore the hacienda's working henequen farm and enjoy a pre-lunch dip in the pool Get your first taste of the magical Chichén Itzá, the center of religious, political and military power in the Yucatán from A.D. 800-1200 Enjoy an evening sound and light show.

Days 4-6 Riviera Maya

Take an early-morning guided walk through Chichén Itzá ruins and discover the carefully restored Castillo pyramid, ball court and temples  Pedal on ancient Maya paths at Cobá and climb Nohoch Mul, the site's tallest pyramid, for a 360-degree view of the jungle  Settle into luxurious accommodations on Riviera Maya or hit Playa del Carmen for an evening on the town  Snorkel with tropical fish in a secluded bay Revel in all our resort offers: play on the unspoiled beach, splash in the pool, pamper yourself at the spa or simply enjoy the breeze from your hammock Shuttle to Cancún.

Look at what other guests are saying about this trip!

Our family learned and experienced a lot on this trip. The activities were varied and the leaders flexible in working the schedule around the weather and the group's interests. The Hacienda Temózon and the first night dinner on the grounds was a memorable highlight, as was the lunch and swimming at the private hacienda. The zip-line and cenote swimming were both experiences we could not have had anywhere else. The Mayan pyramids were awe inspiring. The cave tour and guide were fascinating. In fact, every day had a special one-of-a-kind highlight that left us with special memories.
Jane Irwin - Wilmette, IL All Guest Reviews

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Yucatan Family Multisport

TROPICAL CHARMS: Premiere Inns*

Hacienda Temozón
Hacienda Temozón

Temozón (2 nights) The exquisitely furnished rooms at this majestic residence allow you to experience the grandeur and affluence of the colonial past. Its grounds include spacious gardens, a spectacular swimming pool and a 17th-century church.

Hotel Hacienda Chichén
Hotel Hacienda Chichén

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 Chichén Itzá ruins from the pool.

* Casual Inn

Fairmont Mayakoba
Fairmont Mayakoba

Riviera Maya (2 nights) Lauded by Condé Nast Traveler, this splendid resort sprawls amid mangrove forest, canals and beach, and offers every luxury, including a 37,000-square-foot spa and five swimming pools.

Yucatan Family Multisport

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Routes 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 Biking Average Walking Average
Insider Trips Explore at a leisurely pace—on village walks, market strolls, art history excursions, hands-on cooking classes and more.
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
Day 1
  • Level 1  3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 10, 20 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Walking Tour 45 minutes
Day 2
  • Levels 1 to 3 4 Route Options Available
  • Biking 9, 14, 32 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Cave Walk 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  2 Route Options Available
  • Walking Tour 2 hours
  • Biking 8 miles 
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling 2 hours
  • Optional activities
Day 6
  • Conclusion of Trip

On this Family Trip, our routes follow gentle terrain with no significant gain or loss in elevation. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.