Morning: Depart Edmonton on an early flight, connect through Mexico City, and arrive at Chetumal International Airport. A private transfer will whisk you to your all‑inclusive resort on the Bay of Chetumal.
Afternoon: Check‑in, unwind by the pool, and enjoy a complimentary welcome lunch featuring local seafood. Take a leisurely stroll along the beachfront promenade to soak up the tropical atmosphere.
Evening: Savor a beachfront dinner with fresh ceviche and tropical cocktails. After dinner, attend a short cultural presentation on the history of the Yucatán Peninsula.
Find HotelsMorning: Start with a sunrise yoga session on the sand, followed by a hearty buffet breakfast. Head to Playa del Carmen (Chetumal side) for sunbathing and swimming.
Afternoon: Join a guided snorkeling excursion to the nearby coral reef at Puerto Morelos Bay, spotting colorful fish and sea turtles. Return to the resort for a light lunch and a siesta.
Evening: Enjoy a themed Mexican night with live music, mariachi, and a tasting of regional mezcal at the resort’s restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: After breakfast, set out for a day trip to the archaeological site of Kohunlich, famous for its massive stucco mask and jungle‑encircled pyramids.
Afternoon: Continue to the nearby town of Calakmul for a guided tour of one of the largest Mayan cities, including a boat ride on the lagoon.
Evening: Return to Chetumal for a relaxed dinner and optional night swim in the resort’s pool.
Find HotelsMorning: Venture into the Selvatica Biosphere Reserve for a canopy zip‑line adventure and a walk along hanging bridges, spotting howler monkeys and toucans.
Afternoon:
After a picnic lunch, explore the Laguna de Bacalar (“Lake of Seven Colors”) with a kayak tour, including a stop at the iconic Fort San Felipe.Evening: Back at the resort, unwind with a spa treatment and a dinner featuring Yucatán specialties such as cochinita pibil.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the vibrant Mercado Municipal de Chetumal to sample tropical fruits, local cheese, and handmade crafts.
Afternoon: Take a cooking class where a local chef teaches you to prepare traditional dishes like sopa de lima and papadzules.
Evening: Enjoy your creations for dinner, followed by a sunset cruise on the Bay of Chetumal with live acoustic guitar.
Find HotelsMorning: Leisurely breakfast on the terrace, then spend the morning at the resort’s private beach or pool, taking advantage of the all‑inclusive amenities.
Afternoon: Pack up, check‑out, and enjoy a final lunch with a view of the turquoise waters.
Evening: Transfer to Chetumal Airport for your flight back to Edmonton, carrying memories of a sun‑kissed Mexican getaway.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a day trip to the pristine island of Isla Holbox for birdwatching and beach time.
Afternoon: Explore the island’s bioluminescent waters with a guided night kayak tour.
Evening: Return to Chetumal for a farewell dinner before departing the next day.
Find HotelsTo shorten the trip, skip the optional Day 7 and combine the Calakmul and Kohunlich tours into a single “Mayan Ruins” day, saving roughly $120. If you have extra time, add the Isla Holbox excursion or a day‑trip to the nearby Rio Lagartos for flamingo watching, which adds an extra $130–$150 but enriches the wildlife experience.