Mexico City to Cancun Tours

What our customers ask about Mexico City to Cancun Tours

• What would be an example itinerary between Mexico City and Cancun?

  A well-structured 13-day route connects Mexico City to Cancun through Mexico's cultural heartland. Starting in Mexico City the journey includes the ancient Teotihuacan pyramids and Basilica of Guadalupe before heading to the colonial cities of Puebla and Oaxaca with its Monte Alban ruins. The path continues through San Cristobal de las Casas Palenque's Mayan sites and Campeche's historic center. Final stops feature Merida Chichen Itza and Cancun's Caribbean coast. Accommodations range from the centrally located Hotel Oaxaca Real to the jungle-surrounded Chan-Kah Resort Village. As noted by a TourRadar traveler "this route perfectly combines ancient ruins colonial cities and ends with the beautiful Caribbean coast."

• What's the most common destinations to visit between Mexico City to Cancun?

  The classic route between these cities takes travelers through Mexico's most significant historical and cultural sites. Key stops include the pyramids of Teotihuacan the colonial architecture of Puebla the markets of Oaxaca the highland town of San Cristobal de las Casas the Mayan ruins of Palenque the yellow city of Merida and the archaeological wonder of Chichen Itza. Travelers often stay at established properties like Mexico City's Hotel Geneve or Palenque's Chan-Kah Resort Village. One TourRadar traveler noted "visiting Monte Alban in Oaxaca and the Mayan ruins of Palenque were absolute highlights - these stops shouldn't be missed."

• What is the average distance covered on a Mexico City to Cancun tour?

  The journey spans roughly 2500-3000 kilometers (1550-1860 miles) crossing through the states of Puebla Oaxaca Chiapas and Yucatan. Key segments include Mexico City to Oaxaca at 470 km Oaxaca to San Cristobal stretching 650 km and the final leg from Merida to Cancun covering 300 km. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The distances were well planned with comfortable breaks and interesting stops along the way."

• What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Mexico City to Cancun tour?

  Tours typically cost between 1800-3500 USD per person with most 13-14 day trips averaging 2500 USD. This price usually covers lodging some meals transportation and guided excursions. The Oaxaca Adventure tour for instance runs 2465 USD for 14 days with stays at established hotels like Hotel Oaxaca Real. According to one TourRadar traveler "while not cheap the tour provided excellent value considering all the included activities and quality accommodations."

• What are the average tour lengths for tours from Mexico City to Cancun?

  Most tours run between 7-16 days though 12-14 days is standard for a comprehensive experience. The Overland Adventure tour takes 13 days to explore major sites like Teotihuacan Monte Alban and Chichen Itza. Accommodations include stays at the Regente Hotel in Mexico City and Krystal Cancun Hotel. A TourRadar traveler noted "We got to see many destinations in just the right amount of time which was awesome."

• What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary between Mexico City and Cancun?

  A standard itinerary allocates Days 1-3 to Mexico City's historic center and Teotihuacan with accommodation at NH Reforma. Days 4-5 cover Puebla and Oaxaca's colonial heritage and Monte Alban. Days 6-7 focus on San Cristobal de las Casas' indigenous culture staying at Casa Mexicana. Days 8-9 explore Palenque's ruins followed by Days 10-11 in Campeche and Merida at Hotel Villa Mercedes. The final Days 12-13 visit Chichen Itza before reaching Cancun. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The itinerary was perfectly balanced between cultural sites natural wonders and colonial cities."