Moon Yucatán Peninsula: With Cancún, Cozumel & Tulum

Experience stunning Maya ruins, dreamy beaches, and epic outdoor thrills. Travel blogger and Mexico expert Shelley Marmor shows readers the best of the Yucatán Peninsula, from cenote-diving to kiteboarding. Inside Moon Yucatán Peninsula, you’ll find:

• Flexible itineraries including a ten-day eco-adventure and a two-week road trip across the whole peninsula
• Strategic advice for road-trippers, foodies, wellness seekers, outdoor adventurers, honeymooners, families, and more
• The top outdoor activities: Kayak through lush mangrove forests, or sign up for a mountain bike tour through the jungle for a peek at hidden ruins, remote beaches, and dazzling marine life. Spend a day relaxing on the beach, dive into crystal-clear cenotes, or try standup paddle-boarding
• Unique, local experiences: Peruse the markets, museums, and churches of Mérida or Tulum, or take a short walk from the shore to visit jaw-dropping Maya ruins. Find the best spots to fill up on authentic salbute and panucho, and stay up late for live music, cocktails, and fire dancers on the beach
• Honest advice from Yucatán Peninsula expert Shelley Marmor on where to stay, where to eat, how to get around, and how to avoid crowds and support local and sustainable businesses
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout 
• Reliable background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history, as well as health and safety advice and common customs and etiquette

With Moon’s practical tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of the Yucatán Peninsula.

Looking for más Mexico? Check out Moon Baja or Moon Mexico City.

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