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The “Grand tour du Yucatán” tour at a glance

Grand tour du Yucatán (Grand Tour of the Yucatán) is an 8-day, 7-night Club Med Discovery tour of Mexico, looping from Cancún through Quintana Roo, Campeche, Chiapas and Yucatán. It brings together the great Mayan sites and more secluded cities: Tulum facing the turquoise sea, Kohunlich, Chicanná, Becán and Balamkú in the forest, Palenque, Uxmal and Chichén Itzá, with the walled city of Campeche and Mérida along the way. Everything is done by road, in an air-conditioned coach, with a possible swim in a cenote on the last day of visits. Nights are spent in hotels chosen for their location, including Villas Chicanná in the heart of nature and, to finish, the InterContinental Presidente Cancún, on the beach. The package includes full board with drinks at dinner, visits, a French-speaking local guide-escort, porters and local taxes.

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How does the tour unfold, from Cancún to Palenque?

You arrive in Cancún on day one and stay at the Four Points by Sheraton Cancún Centro. On day two, 380 km lead to Chetumal, with Tulum along the way, the fortified Mayan city set by the turquoise sea, and in the evening a museum visit. Day three, shorter at 130 km, takes you to Kohunlich and then Chicanná, where you stay at Villas Chicanná, surrounded by greenery. Day four, 355 km, passes through Becán and Balamkú before reaching Palenque, on the edge of the Chiapas forest.

And the second half, from Palenque to the beach in Cancún?

Day five begins with the site of Palenque, then 365 km lead to Campeche, whose ramparts once protected the city from pirates. On day six, 240 km link Campeche to Mérida via Uxmal and its finely carved façades. On day seven, over 340 km, you discover Chichén Itzá: the pyramid of Kukulcán, the sacred cenote and the great ball court, with a possible swim in a cenote before reaching Cancún. On day eight, the morning is free at the beach hotel.

What makes Chicanná, Becán and Balamkú special?

These are the chapters of the tour that few travellers read. Away from the crowds, these cities in the Campeche forest are visited almost alone with the stones and the birds. Their monster-mouth doorways and stucco friezes show a style very different from that of Chichén Itzá. Kohunlich, the day before, sets the stage with its great masks. Then come the great names: at Palenque, the temples rise out of the tropical forest, and the Temple of the Inscriptions holds the tomb of King Pakal; at Uxmal, the Pyramid of the Magician towers over a group of palaces whose façades are covered in stone mosaics. Chichén Itzá, finally, closes the loop with the most famous pyramid in the Mayan world. This contrast between secluded sites and great classics is what gives the trip its value.

Which hotels do you stay in over the seven nights?

Each stop has its address: the Four Points by Sheraton Cancún Centro the first night, the Fiesta Inn Chetumal, Villas Chicanná amid the greenery, the Ciudad Real Palenque, the Plaza Colonial Campeche and the Hyatt Mérida. The last night is spent at the InterContinental Presidente Cancún, by the beach: you end the trip with your feet in the sand, after a week of temples.

What is included, and what do you pay separately?

The package includes road transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, seven hotel nights, full board with drinks at dinner, visits, the guide-escort, porters and local taxes. You will want to plan for flights to Cancún and airport transfers, extra drinks, tips for the guide and driver, personal expenses and insurance. Your advisor books these at the same time as the tour.

Who do you travel with, and who leads the group?

The tour runs in a small group, with a French-speaking local guide-escort from day one to day seven. The guide links the sites together, tells the story of the Mayan cities and looks after everyone's comfort on the long stages. Departure is guaranteed from the first booking, and assistance is available 24 hours a day.

When should you go, and how do you get to Cancún from Quebec?

Winter, from December to April, brings dry, sunny weather, ideal for walking the sites. It is also the season when Quebecers dream most of warmth. Your advisor tells you which 2026-2027 departures are available. Cancún is one of the best-served destinations from Montreal and Quebec City, and your advisor chooses the most convenient flight. To prepare for the trip, see our Mexico travel guide.

Which Club Med resort pairs well with the Grand tour du Yucatán?

The tour starts and ends in Cancún, which makes it the ideal companion to Club Med Cancún, set at the tip of the hotel zone. A week of temples, then a week of all-inclusive beach time: it is a combination that works beautifully, with no domestic flight at all. To discover the coast, see our Cancún travel page.

Who is this tour for?

It is made for history and archaeology lovers who want to go beyond Chichén Itzá. The pace is brisk, with several days of more than 300 km, and it will delight curious, active travellers who like to see a lot in one week. For a shorter version, the Escapade dans le Yucatán takes 4 days; to go further, the Mexique précolombien tour starts in Mexico City and crosses Chiapas.

Why book this tour with AquaTerra?

We know Cancún, its hotels and the Club Med at the tip, and we know how to organize the before and after so everything flows. Voyages Synergia, our network, received the Club Med Excellence Award 2025. Compare with our other Club Med tours in the Americas and the Caribbean and all Club Med tours.

Call 1-866-628-6241. You will reach someone who knows this tour and has time for you. We look together at what is available on your dates, we choose the right departure, and we stay on the line throughout your trip. That is the difference between booking alone in front of a screen and travelling with someone behind you.

  • Mayan pyramid rising from the Yucatán jungle

    Mayan pyramid rising from the Yucatán jungle

  • Street of colourful facades in a colonial town in the Yucatán

    Street of colourful facades in a colonial town in the Yucatán

  • Pyramid of the Magician at Uxmal

    Pyramid of the Magician at Uxmal

  • Turquoise cenote in the Yucatán forest

    Turquoise cenote in the Yucatán forest

  • Carved facade of a Mayan temple

    Carved facade of a Mayan temple

  • Tulum ruins above the Caribbean Sea

    Tulum ruins above the Caribbean Sea

  • Travellers in front of the Chichén Itzá pyramid

    Travellers in front of the Chichén Itzá pyramid

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Frequently Asked Questions

Full board includes drinks at dinner. Other drinks, during the day or at the bar, cost extra. It is worth keeping water with you during visits.
Yes, on day seven, a swim is possible in a cenote, one of the natural freshwater sinkholes typical of the Yucatán. Pack a swimsuit and a towel in your day bag. It is a refreshing moment after visiting Chichén Itzá.
Several stages exceed 300 km, such as Chicanná to Palenque or Palenque to Campeche, and the lightest stage covers 130. Site visits break up each drive. The coach is air-conditioned and the guide comments along the way.
A valid Canadian passport is required for this trip. Your advisor checks the requirements at the time of booking. They also give you a list of documents to bring.
Tips for the guide and driver are planned separately, as is the custom in Mexico. Your advisor tells you the usual amounts before you leave. Everything else in the guiding is included.
Closed shoes, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent for the forest sites. Light, covering clothes protect you from both sun and insects. A small daypack is enough.
Yes, the small group offers pleasant company, and the guide looks after everyone. Your advisor checks single-room conditions at the time of booking. It is a great way to travel alone with peace of mind.
Day two ends in Chetumal with a museum visit, which gives useful context on the region before the sites of the following days. Chetumal is the capital of the state of Quintana Roo.
A prosperous colonial port, Campeche was attacked by pirates several times, hence its ramparts and bastions. The old town, with its pastel façades, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You arrive there on day five.
Yes, day seven ends at the InterContinental Presidente Cancún, by the beach. The morning of day eight is free to enjoy the sea. It is also the ideal starting point for Club Med Cancún.
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