9 Night Cozumel to Cancun Cruise and Land Tour from Cozumel

Enjoy your complimentary stay at the pre-cruise hotel. The evening is yours to become acquainted with the city. For your convenience, our Hospitality Desk will be located in the hotel, and our friendly staff can assist with everything from general questions about your upcoming voyage to reserving premium experiences. Representatives from American Queen Voyages and our local port/city partner will be available to provide you with dining, entertainment, and sightseeing options to maximize your time here.

Today, you'll explore the Tulum Archaeological Site on a premium tour of one of the best-preserved coastal Mayan cities. We will travel about 80 miles south of Cancun to this well-known destination known for its spiritual history. Tulum is protected on one side by four-story cliffs and on the other by a 12-foot wall. The ruins sit along the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula overlooking the glittering Caribbean Sea.

Ah, another day on the ocean - a day to rise with the sun and meet with friends in the restaurant of your choosing over breakfast...or sleep in and order room service. Gather in the Compass Lounge for snacks and games...or take in the view from deck with your favorite cocktail in hand. This day is yours to craft as you desire.

The colors of the rainbow adorn this fortified port city on the Yucatan Peninsula's western edge, in the restored facades of the historic buildings lining its cobblestone streets. In the mid-1600s, the city walls were erected to protect against pirates and marauders. The massive walls took approximately 18 years to complete, from 1686 until 1704. The hexagonal enclosure has a perimeter of 8,400 feet (2,560 meters), and its height is over 26 feet (8 meters). Shortly after Mexico won its independence from Spain in 1821, the Yucatan region became a Mexican state. At that time, the state of Yucatan included the areas that are now the separate states of Campeche and Quintana Roo. Over the next quarter of a century, frequent rebellions brought occasional changes to the region's political status, including several periods when Yucatan declared itself an independent republic. In 1848, Yucatan rejoined Mexico for good, but internal disputes continued to plague the region. The discovery of oil fields off the coast of Campeche in the 1970s transformed the region's economy and increased its political volatility, requiring occasional federal intervention to maintain order. Now one of the least-populated Mexican states, Campeche was once the site of a flourishing Mayan civilization. Campeche is also home to Mexico's oldest annual Carnival celebration. The state's second-largest city, Ciudad del Carmen, receives much of its annual income from tourism. Today, the locals have a reputation for welcoming visitors.

Progreso was founded by Don Juan Miguel Castro in 1872. The port was originally developed to export henequen (a fiber produced in the hinterland), but it now handles a variety of regional exports, including wood products and copra - the kernel of the coconut palm fruit. Progreso started welcoming cruise ships a few years ago and boasts the world's longest pier: 4 miles. A mixture of white-sand beaches and clear, calm waters make it a popular warm-weather resort. Historic colonial buildings, a bustling marketplace, and lush mangroves are appealing to most visitors. The increase in international tourists is slowing transforming the city, but if you seek a taste of "authentic" Mexico, Progreso will not disappoint. More than half of the Mexican people live in the center of the country, whereas vast areas of the arid north and the tropical south are sparsely settled. Nearly four-fifths of Mexicans live in urban areas. Mexico has experienced economic booms leading to social gains, followed by busts. The country remains economically fragile despite forging stronger ties with the U.S. and Canada through the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and NAFTA before it. Your included tour visits the Great Museum of the Mayan World in nearby Merida to learn the civilization's history, as well as Malecon de Progreso, a boardwalk filled with vendors, shops, and eateries. Optional premium excursions take you to the Uxmal Mayan ruins, where the Pyramid of the Magician was built atop pre-existing pyramids. Or a kayaking adventure to discover the ecosystem and the native wildlife that inhabit it.

HOTEL STAY & LAND TOUR: With our ship docked in the scenic port of Progreso, we travel by motorcoach to spend a night within walking distance of Chichen Itza. This day includes a city tour of Valladolid, known for its colonial architecture and picturesque beauty, including gorgeous cenotes - Valladolid is a jewel of the Yucatan Peninsula. The streets are colorful and buzzing with life. Unwind in the evening with your accommodations at the Mayaland Hotel to enjoy balconies with garden views, stained-glass windows, and pyramid horizons. You may also choose an optional evening premium experience to view the incredible sound and light show on the Pyramid of Kukulkan that tells the story of Chichen Itza in a most unique way.

HOTEL STAY & LAND TOUR: With our ship docked in the scenic port of Progreso, we travel by motorcoach to spend a night within walking distance of Chichen Itza. This day includes a city tour of Valladolid, known for its colonial architecture and picturesque beauty, including gorgeous cenotes - Valladolid is a jewel of the Yucatan Peninsula. The streets are colorful and buzzing with life. Unwind in the evening with your accommodations at the Mayaland Hotel to enjoy balconies with garden views, stained-glass windows, and pyramid horizons. You may also choose an optional evening premium experience to view the incredible sound and light show on the Pyramid of Kukulkan that tells the story of Chichen Itza in a most unique way.

HOTEL STAY & LAND TOUR: Venture into one of Mexico's ancient Mayan ruins, Chichen Itza. Chichen Itza dates to 400-500 AD, its establishment in close proximity to a cenote helped the city to flourish. Explore the remnants of the city ruled by King Quetzalcoatl that attracts millions each year on a guided tour of the grounds. Here, a local expert will delve into the history behind the ruins and of course, the iconic pyramid structure - the Temple of Kukulkan.

This oasis offers not only majestic powder-white beaches, but also the history and legacy of the Mayans. Unwavering sunshine, aquatic activities, and traditional Mexican ocean-to-table cuisine are keys to the rest and relaxation this port offers. Downtown visitors can indulge in world-class attractions, local flavors, and fabulous excursions, while right outside the city center, surreal Caribbean beachlines and the remains of ancient civilizations enrich the experience. Cancun combines breathtaking natural wonders with human innovations to create a vacation suitable to any adventurer.