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7-day Mérida itinerary: the full Yucatán

A week in Yucatán covers Mérida, Chichén Itzá, Uxmal, Valladolid and a couple of nights in Izamal and Celestún. The Yucatán the Cancún tours don't see.

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Day-by-day plan

Day 1 — Centro and Paseo de Montejo

Morning

Arrive and coffee.

Afternoon

Cathedral and Paseo de Montejo.

Evening

Yucatecan dinner.

Day 2 — Chichén Itzá + Valladolid (overnight)

Morning

Chichén Itzá early.

Afternoon

Cenotes and Valladolid centro.

Evening

Overnight in Valladolid (cheaper and quieter).

Day 3 — Cenotes and return

Morning

More cenotes around Valladolid.

Afternoon

Back to Mérida.

Evening

Quiet dinner.

Day 4 — Uxmal and Puuc Route

Morning

Uxmal and Kabah.

Afternoon

Sayil and return.

Evening

Night market.

Day 5 — Izamal

Morning

Izamal: yellow city and Franciscan convent.

Afternoon

Local lunch and crafts.

Evening

Back to Mérida.

Day 6 — Celestún (flamingos)

Morning

Boat in the estuary to see pink flamingos.

Afternoon

Fresh fish by the sea.

Evening

Back to Mérida.

Day 7 — Farewell

Morning

Hammock shopping in Tixkokob.

Afternoon

Last cochinita.

Evening

Flight home from Mérida.

Pro tip 🧭 Authentic Yucatecan hammocks are made in Tixkokob (outside Mérida), not in the tourist center. Twice the quality, half the price.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 7 days enough for Mérida?
7 days covers the highlights of Mérida at a comfortable pace. If you want to add nearby trips or slow the rhythm, TripSensei can stretch or shorten this plan to fit you.
When should I book this 7-day trip?
Two to three months ahead works best for Mérida. Hotels and tours get scarce in high season — message TripSensei with your dates and we'll flag what to lock first.
How much does a 7-day trip to Mérida cost?
It depends on style: backpacker plans run cheaper than resort stays. Send your budget to TripSensei on WhatsApp and we'll size the plan around it.
Can I do this 7-day itinerary with kids?
Most of this plan works with kids; a couple of stops can be swapped for easier alternatives. Tell TripSensei the ages and we'll adapt it.
Can TripSensei personalize this 7-day itinerary for me?
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