Riviera Maya Suggested Itineraries

Written by Viator, August 2010

RECOMMENDATION Keywords:
Cultural Experience, Must-Do Experience, Nature & Wildlife, Tip - Suggested Itineraries

The famous Riviera Maya combines ancient Mayan culture, modern-day resorts and water sports action galore. The absolute best time to visit is September to December, though any time of year is prime time. From Cancun on the northern coast to Xcaret and south to Tulum in the state of Quintana Roo, the Riviera Maya is filled with coastal and cultural attractions.

Day 1: Theme Parks Galore

The water and wildlife eco-park at Xcaret has a mystical Mexican theme, with lagoons and landscaped gardens, dolphin swims and spectacular entertainment. Zipline courses and cave rafting crank up the adrenaline at the Xplor adventure park, and at Xel-Ha you can swim with dolphins for a one-on-one encounter in nature’s largest aquarium and water park.

Day 2: Beach Babies

The Riviera Maya beaches come in all shapes and sizes, from white-sand sunning and beachside Mayan ruins at Tulum, downtown stretches of sand at Puerto Morelos, and resort facilities at Puerto Aventuras marina for reef adventures, kayaking and beach bars. Go snorkeling on Isla Mujeres off the coast from Cancun, dive the turquoise waters surrounding the island of Cozumel, or just lie back in a hammock strung between palm trees at Playa del Carmen or a secluded beach hideaway.

Day 3: Wildlife Action

Scan the Caribbean waters for turtles and whale sharks, manatees and other sea life, and enjoy interactive swims with dolphins. Dip your toes in a hidden cenote (pool) or underground river in the jungle near Tulum, or go deep-sea fishing for tarpon and marlin in the blue Caribbean Sea.

Latest Replies

Add review or reply

All Riviera Maya Suggested Itineraries Reviews

Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Chichen Itza from Riviera Maya

The tour bus and guides were very well-informed and entertaining.
The continental breakfast was very good, and the snacks were good as well.
The restaurant where we had lunch was excellent!

I highly recommend this tour and tour company.
I must say though that I could not use the booking confirmation on my iPhone App - they wanted a hard copy, for future reference.

Report problem

Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Chichen Itza from Riviera Maya

Edwin was our tour guide and he was excellent! Very informative and funny too! I LOVED these ruins and only wish I could see more! HIGHLY recommend this. The cenote on the way home was a tourist trap and seemed dirty, the food at the lunch was just OK. The ruins are the attraction!

Report problem

Reply by Viator, December 2012
Doing what: Xplor Adventure Park

Our second trip as a family and we love this park! All of the experiences are very well run and FUN. The buffet lunch is so good and the hammocks are perfect in the middle of the day.

Report problem