34 days in Mexico Itinerary

Relax by the water at Santa Maria Beach and Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach). You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Swim with Dolphins and Playa del Amor. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cabo San Lucas: San Jose del Cabo (Spas & Ivan Guaderrama Art Gallery). There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Chileno Beach, get in on the family fun at Wild Canyon Adventures, tour the pleasant surroundings at Divorce beach, and explore by horseback at Cuadra San Francisco.

To find photos, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Cabo San Lucas trip planner.

Auckland, New Zealand to Cabo San Lucas is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) to Mexican Pacific Standard Time (MST), which is usually a -19 hour difference. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Auckland in July, with highs in Cabo San Lucas at 36°C and lows at 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Mexico City.

Step off the beaten path and head to Chapultepec Castle and Coyoacan. Get some cultural insight at Museo Nacional de Antropologia and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Go for a jaunt from Mexico City to San Juan Teotihuacan to see Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan Estacionamiento Puerta 5 about 1h 20 min away. The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Catedral Metropolitana de la Ciudad de Mexico, delve into the lush surroundings at Bosque de Chapultepec, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica de Santa Maria de Guadalupe, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Zocalo.

To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Mexico City trip planner.

You can fly from Cabo San Lucas to Mexico City in 4 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus, ferry, and car; or drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Cabo San Lucas to Mexico City. When traveling from Cabo San Lucas in July, plan for a bit cooler days in Mexico City, with highs around 27°C, while nights are much colder with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Tulum.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Mystika Immersive and Art Gallery Miniature. Get in touch with nature at Two Eyes Cenote and Scuba & Snorkeling. Change things up with these side-trips from Tulum: Ecopark Kantun Chi (in Puerto Aventuras), Playa del Carmen (Parque Los Fundadores, Chikin Ha, &more) and Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals (in Akumal). There's much more to do: shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, delve into the distant past at Tulum Archaeological Site, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mayan Beach, and take in the exciting artwork at Balam Art On Feathers.

To see maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Tulum road trip planner.

You can fly from Mexico City to Tulum in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Mexico City in July, expect Tulum to be somewhat warmer, temps between 35°C and 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can catch the shuttle to Chichen Itza.

On the 22nd (Sat), don't miss a visit to Chichen Itza, explore the ancient world of Plataforma de Venus, then explore the striking landscape at Cenote Ik kil, and finally explore the ancient world of Las Monjas.

For traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Chichen Itza trip itinerary planning website.

You can take a shuttle from Tulum to Chichen Itza in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Tulum in July, expect Chichen Itza to be somewhat warmer, temps between 39°C and 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can catch the shuttle to Cancun.

Explore hidden gems such as Shark Diving and Playa El Centro. Take a break from the city and head to National Reef Park of Puerto Morelos and Zipline. Get out of town with these interesting Cancun side-trips: Isla Mujeres (Punta Sur & Capilla de Guadalupe). Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Playa Delfines, buy something for everyone on your list at La Isla, go for a walk through Avenida Kukulkan, and see the interesting displays at Mayan Museum of Cancun.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Cancun road trip website.

You can take a shuttle from Chichen Itza to Cancun in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Cancun are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to fly to Cozumel.

Take a break from the city and head to Palancar Reef and Columbia Reef. Discover out-of-the-way places like Punta Sur Eco Beach Park and Fishing Charters & Tours. The adventure continues: see the vivid underwater world at Santa Rosa Wall, head off the coast to Isla Pasion, get a new perspective on nature at Museo de la Isla de Cozumel, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To see reviews, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Cozumel trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by flight from Cancun to Cozumel takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In July, daytime highs in Cozumel are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Puerto Vallarta.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Zona Romantica and Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Nuevo Vallarta Beach and Scuba & Snorkeling. There's lots more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, take a leisurely stroll along Malecon Boardwalk, whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and step off the mainland to explore Marietas Islands.

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Fly from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in August, and nighttime lows around 28°C. You will leave for home on the 6th (Sun).