Yucatán Peninsula
Along the Yucatan coastline, you’ll find one of the most beautiful and largest barrier reefs in the world. A true paradise for those who love snorkelling and diving. What’s more, Mayan culture is still very much alive here, and you’ll find some of the most impressive Mayan archaeological sites, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In short, a trip of Yucatán is an absolute must!
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Experience the real Mexico in Mérida
The peninsula’s most important colonial city offers shady parks and narrow streets, where the atmosphere of times long past has been preserved. In Mérida, you’ll be transported to the real Mexico. Although the city continues to grow, it still boasts authentic squares and colonial buildings. In the city, you can enjoy delicious Mexican food and buy beautiful, high-quality hammocks as souvenirs.
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Large landowners and landlords
Over the years, many derelict haciendas on the peninsula have been restored and converted into small-scale hotels. A stay in one of these old haciendas offers the old-world grandeur of the era of large landowners and feudal lords. The grandeur of yesteryear combined with modern-day comfort.
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Cenotes: a natural wonder
Mexico is brimming with stunning natural phenomena. One of the greatest natural wonders are the cenotes, which in Mexico are mainly found on the Yucatan Peninsula. Put simply, a cenote is an underground pool. But in reality, it is so much more. What you can’t tell from the outside is that, once inside the pool, you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into paradise.
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Pirates and fresh fish in Campeche
As you stroll through the historic centre of Campeche, you’ll discover fascinating legends about pirates who once terrorised the coastline here in the distant past. In the past, wheat and oil were exported from the city, bringing Campeche a certain degree of wealth. And let’s not forget that the city of Campeche is the culinary hotspot of the state of the same name! Here, you can enjoy delicious fresh seafood and fish.
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Mayan temples and cities
The Yucatán Peninsula is home to many remnants of the ancient Maya civilisation. The most important and famous Maya site is, without a doubt, Chichén Itzá. You can visit this ancient Mayan city with our highly experienced and enthusiastic guides, who can tell you all about the site. They’ll also be happy to take you to other remarkable Mayan sites, such as Uxmal, Chunchucmil, Becan or Calakmul.
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Staying overnight in Tulum
You can round off a trip of Yucatán in style at one of the delightful boutique hotels on the beach. One such hotel is Be Tulum. The suites at this hotel offer a kind of rustic luxury. Natural materials such as bamboo, leather and stone are combined with all modern conveniences to create a relaxed, jungle-inspired luxury. Many suites feature a plunge pool or a jacuzzi.
Take a luxury trip of Yucatán
Yucatan is the large peninsula in south-eastern Mexico. This part of Mexico is largely surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and borders the neighbouring countries of Belize and Guatemala to the south. There is plenty to do on this peninsula, even for the most discerning traveller. Go snorkelling or diving in one of the world’s most beautiful reefs, or visit the temple complex at Chichén Itzá. Explore the stunning colonial cities such as Mérida and Campeche, or stay at one of the many centuries-old haciendas that have been transformed into charming luxury hotels.
Fancy a trip of Mexico?
Would you like to organise your own trip of Mexico and are you curious about the options? Then do take a look at the tours we’ve put together for inspiration. You can book these tours directly, but we’d also be happy to put together a personalised itinerary based on your wishes and ideas.
Do you have a question? Please feel free to contact us. Call +31 73 610 62 04 or send an email to info@sapapanatravel.nl. We’ll be happy to help.
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