A Complete Family Vacation to Mexico

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A Complete Family Vacation to Mexico

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Merida, Plaza Grande - Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico

Destinations

Days 1–4

Playa del Carmen

This is an unhurried itinerary that includes some of Mexico’s best and most captivating highlights: colourful cities packed with history, incredible Mayan archaeological ruins and gorgeous Caribbean beaches. We can include as many or a as few excursions as you like, based on what your family prefers.

Trip highlights

Enjoy a private tour of San Miguel de Allende
Visit the Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza
Discover Mexico City's unique museums
Let the kids play on sun-kissed beaches
Go wildlife spotting in the Sian Kaan Biosphere
Stay in luxurious, family-friendly hotels

Up close at Chichen Itza

Looking out over San Miguel de Allende

The Frida Kahlo museum in Mexico city

Beautiful waterways in the Sian Kaan Biosphere Reserve

Beach time in Playa del Carmen

Our bespoke trips include

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Luxury accommodation throughout
Privately guided tours
Private transfers
Meticulously selected experiences
Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge

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Itinerary in detail

Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.

Days 1–4

Start your adventure in Mexico City

Your trip starts in Mexico City, the bustling and cosmopolitan capital. Aside from a fabulous selection of museums and art galleries to visit, you’ll enjoy a large selection of great restaurants and lively bars. Whether your family are culture-seekers or foodies, this vibrant city has something to offer every taste.

You’ll also have time to explore the palaces, temples, canals and quiet gardens that make Mexico City so fascinating – with expert guides on hand.

Where you could stay

Mexico City

Casa Polanco

Casa Polanco is an exquisite haven nestled in the heart of the Polanco neighbourhood, offering stunning views of Parque Lincoln. This central yet residential corner creates an exclusive and intimate atmosphere, whilst being just minutes away from the city’s main attractions and Mexico’s vibrant energy. The 19 rooms offer a contemporary sanctuary ensuring maximum comfort. Filled with natural light, high ceilings, and exquisite marble bathrooms, these rooms provide an ideal space for relaxation and the enjoyment of the city. Indulge in a delicious breakfast or an enchanting teatime experience in the restaurant, which serves a menu specially crafted by the hotel’s chefs. The terrace, overlooking Parque Lincoln, is the perfect spot for cocktails and small gatherings, allowing you to witness the ebb and flow of urban life in the surrounding streets. Start or end your day with a private yoga session, and treat yourself to a relaxing massage in the spa cabin. There is also a gym that is equipped with state-of-the-art Technogym equipment and offers the guidance of an on-site trainer.

Mexico City

Four Seasons Mexico City

Housed in a typically classical building on the city’s grand Paseo de la Reforma avenue, complete with a well-ordered courtyard, fountains and outdoor pool, the Four Seasons is the predictably opulent sanctuary in the midst of this busy capital city. With lots of space, on-site amenities, well-equipped bedrooms, the overall feeling is one of sophisticated calm contained within these elegant walls. The service is excellent and the city’s most famous avenue is right on the doorstep too, making you very centrally placed for exploring the city. Guests are free to use the hotel’s complimentary bicycles too.

Mexico City

Sofitel Mexico City Reforma

Wonderfully located in the heart of Mexico City’s historic Reforma avenue, this hotel offers some of the best views of Mexico’s capital city. It features 275 guest rooms, 56 of which being finely appointed suites with exclusive amenities and modern décor. Inside, you will find an extensive collection of 5 bars and restaurants, all with unique flavors and creative culinary expressions. Whether looking for spirited cocktails in the 38th floor bar Cityzen or elevated gastronomic exploration in Chef Luis Escamilla led restaurant Bajel, there is truly something for every style of dining. Step out to find some of Mexico’s most iconic monuments such as The Angel of Independence and the Castle of Chapultepec, allowing you to fully immerse in local Mexican history and heritage. After a hard day’s exploring, guests can enjoy a remarkable spa experience at the L’Occitane Spa where local pre-Hispanic traditions are combined with innovative treatments and French flare. Or plunge in and enjoy views of Mexico City’s breathtaking skyline from the 38th floor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows. Sit and relax in one of the lounge areas, surrounded by soothing living green walls, or melt into the relaxing hot tub while soaking in awe-inspiring views.

Sightseeing highlights

History

Art

A private visit to Teotihuacan archaeological site

Visit the ancient city of Teotihuacan in the valley of Mexico. This UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site is a complex home to multi-family residential compounds, the avenue of the dead and a small portion of vibrant murals that have been exceptionally well-preserved. The site is seeped in mystery and your guide will share the theories surrounding this mysterious site.

Museo Frida Kahol, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Tour Mexico City's best museums

Your tour starts at Coyoacan which translates as “place of coyotes” and then takes you to the Frida Kahlo museum, also known as the Blue House, which is dedicated to the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. It’s then on to the Anahuacalli museum, designed by Diego Rivera and housing his personal collection of pre-Hispanic art as well as his own work. Continue with the world famous National Museum of Anthropology. Your expert guide will add context and colour, with special attention to the Maya and Aztec display.

Days 4–7

Exploring San Miguel de Allende

San Miguel de Allende is rightly considered one of the most beautiful cities in Mexico. During your time here you’ll have the chance to relax and enjoy the charm of the local architecture and the city’s rich historical heritage.

A private guide will meet you at your hotel and take you on a tour of the city and all its architectural and artistic charms. Part of the excursion will include a fun visit to the Private Collection of Mexican Toys. Highlights also include the San Miguel Arcangel Parish, the craft market and a chance to explore the colourful streets. It’s no wonder San Miguel de Allende has been previously voted the best city in the world by Travel + Leisure.

Where you could stay

San Miguel de Allende

Casa de Sierra Nevada

Possibly rivalling the city with its intimate charm, this hotel is a collection of six, unique historic colonial mansions converted into 37 individually-decorated rooms, all for a wonderfully distinctive stay. Each of the mansions reflect a mix of 16th and 18th century Spanish architecture : vaulted ceilings, undulating stone arches, fountain and flower-filled courtyards and traditional wood furnishings. There is the Casa Principal (Andanza restaurant), Casa Fuente, Casa Caballo, Casa Limon and Casa Palma (pool and library), and Casa Parque (Cooking School and Laja SPA). As said before, there are no two rooms alike and each is adorned by the likes of period furnishings and stunning art and antiques, in superb fabrics and richly colored Talavera-tiled bathrooms. What’s more your stay feels very private given the grouping of rooms in the separate houses. The hotel’s Sazon cooking school is an absolute delight, and fantastic if you want to pick up a culinary souvenir or two. Dine on some excellent gourmet Mexican food at the Andanza restaurant or try some different types of tequila or mezcales at the adjoining Blue Bar. There is often live music being played in its inner courtyard too.

San Miguel de Allende

Rosewood San Miguel de Allende

One of the most soulful hotels to stay in in all of Mexico, the quietly elegant Rosewood hotel also has a team of very attentive staff and a rooftop bar to die for. Very much keeping to the Spanish colonial style of the city, the hotel is in the typical urban hacienda style of courtyards, arches, cantera columns and traditional dark wood furniture. However belying its classical character, all of its spacious rooms have been renovated to high modern standards, and there’s an excellent spa, wine cellar, kids club program, as well as a spoiling menu of activities. Being about four blocks from the town’s central plaza, stepping out for a wander or a spot of shopping is easy, and the hotel’s rooftop terrace is one of the world’s best for sundowners and atmospheric dining.

Days 7–10

Mérida: the capital of the Yucatan

Mérida, the capital of the Yucatan Peninsula, holds many draws. You’ll find it’s a sophisticated base from which to explore all the ruins along the Puuc route. You’ll get to know the flavours of the Yucatán as you explore the city’s ornate streets and vibrant markets, perhaps sampling tacos or dishes like cochinita pibil, traditionally prepared using a Mayan pit-style oven in the ground.

Where you could stay

Mexico

Casa Lecanda

This hotels scores points for both its location, being positioned right in Merida’s UNESCO-protected old quarter, and its elegantly stylish Old World décor. Housed in a 19th-century colonial mansion and reflecting all the opulence employed in the furnishings by that era’s sisal barons, Casa Lecanda is nothing short of stepping into a period that so shaped this city, and its ample patios and courtyards provide a wonderfully spacious sanctuary in this closely packed neighborhood. Its seven rooms have been fitted with the modern amenities yet keep hold of the mansion’s original style of hospitality. The staff are warm and welcoming, and there’s a fantastic choice of local to more regional activities to choose from.

Around Mérida

Chablé Resort & Spa

Just 30 minutes from Merida and nestled in the Yucutan jungle is Chablé Resort & Spa, a wonderful retreat with a focus on wellness. Chablé is spread over 300 hectares but the actual resort only covers 30, so there is plenty of open space in which to find your own tranquil corner. There are 38 casitas with private pools as well as two larger villas, perfect for families or groups of friends. The original 19th-century walls form the basis of each casita but inside the decor is contemporary and colourful with local wood and stone used throughout. At the heart of the resort is a natural cenote, which forms the centre of the spa. Surrounded by the Mayan forest, this is a wonderful place to unwind with a treatment and take advantage of the sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and salt cabin. Take a dip in the infinity pool or get your heart rate up in the gym or on the tennis court. There are three restaurants at Chablé, all of which use fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs from the organic garden. Ixi’im, translates as corn in the Mayan language, and the menu is a innovative blend of regional and local Mexican flavours. Ki’ol, meaning healthy, offers light snacks and ceviche, and the spa restaurant caters for a range of dietry requests with dedicated gluten free, lactose free and vegan menus. Chablé has one of the country’s largest tequila collections and guests can have great fun discovering this most Mexican of spirits with a tequila and chocolate tasting. There is also the option to take part in a cooking class with local chefs who will help you bring out the true flavours of Mexico. One of the joys of staying at Chablé is taking the time to fully unwind and recharge. However, should you wish to go exploring then there are bikes to hire and incredible Maya ruins to discover.

Mexico

Hacienda Xcanatun

Located just outside the city on the road to the Gulf coast, this lovely hacienda has estate-sized grounds lending not only a charming historic character but space and seclusion. It’s also within easy reach of both the city and beach too. Its cavernous eighteen rooms are very spacious, as are its ample patios, surrounding tropical gardens and pool area. Decorated in the rural hacienda style of the affluent Old World, heavy and dark handmade furniture, gilt frames, tall shutters, intricate tiled floors and stone pillared archways are prominent, successfully transporting you back to this magnificent era. The staff are immensely helpful and warm, the spa is well-equipped with a large menu of treatments and the atmosphere is delightfully peaceful.

Visiting the ruins of Uxmal and Kabah

Containing well over one hundred ancient Mayan archeological structures, Uxmal and Kabah are considered some of the most significant constructions of the Pre-Columbian world. On a guided tour, you’ll journey through the Mayan world of the past, and see the figures and structures that help unravel the mysteries of this lost civilisation.

Days 10–15

Five days relaxing in Playa Del Carmen

Playa Del Carmen on the Mayan Riviera is one of the most serenely beautiful coastal areas of Mexico and a great place to switch off and enjoy the tranquil, tropical surroundings. There’s a wide spectrum of activities to choose from during your time here: scuba diving on Isla Cozumel, trips to cenotes, fishing, sailing, watersports, golf, and visiting the wonderful Mayan sites of Tulum and Cobá.

Where you could stay

Positive Impact

Mexico

Belmond Maroma

Belmond Maroma, an oasis designed and crafted according to sacred principles and traditions, can be found nestled between lush jungle and the tranquil Caribbean Sea.

Luxury infinity pool with loungers and umbrellas overlooking lush greenery.

Mexico

Fairmont Mayakoba

Just outside the town of Playa del Carmen, the Fairmont Mayakoba is a family-friendly resort set in a 47-acre coastal retreat of mangrove trees and lagoons, just off the Caribbean beach. The 401 guestrooms range from those tucked into the jungle to beachfront suites, with balconies, spa bathrooms and warm touches – such as earthy-coloured throws – that prevent the decor from slipping into the white linen-clad, corporate style of other large hotels. There are plenty of dining options, with cuisines including European and Mexican, and cooking classes for those interested in learning about the local food. There is also Mexican craft beer tasting available, which you can sample with tapas. The Fairmont also features a spa, five pools – one for children with a water slide and another infinity-edge pool just for adults – a beach, and an 18-hole golf course. Mayakoba is very close to Playa and other attractions of the Yucatan Peninsula, such as Chichen Itza and the ruins of Tulum, which can be visited as day-trips.

Mexico

Esencia

For those that prefer a more intimate and ‘natural’ stay along the Mayan Riviera, than Esencia’s private fifty-acre beachfront boutique hotels offers up a wonderful alternative to the resorts that pepper this coastline. The Escencia channels the luxury of simplicity with palapa-style villas and white-washed rooms adorned with plantation shutters, arched orchids, oriental furniture, all the mod cons, elegant open gardens and beach area, and cultivates a general and genuinely palpable warmth to the entire property.

The Sian Kaan Biosphere Reserve

Renowned for its natural beauty, the Sian Kaan Biosphere Reserve is a landscape of coastal wetlands and lagoons. Enjoy a private jeep safari and a boat ride to appreciate the array of fauna and flora that make up this protected environment, which includes over three hundred bird species.