Immersion in Yucatán: complete and detailed itinerary of the program

Live this Spanish immersion program in Yucatán—an authentic Spanish learning experience in Mérida designed to help you learn the language naturally while discovering Yucatecan culture from the inside. Each day combines real conversation, cultural activities, local landscapes, and personalized guidance to ensure steady progress with confidence, motivation, and fluency.

This 15-day detailed itinerary walks you step-by-step through a transformative experience: learning, exploring, tasting, and sharing daily life with locals, always accompanied by your teacher and supported by a carefully designed plan focused on your well-being and learning.

Day 1 – Arrival in Yucatán

A warm welcome to start your linguistic Spanish learning experience in Merida with peace of mind

Depending on your arrival time and transportation choice, you may take a panoramic trip on the new Tren Maya or a comfortable and safe ADO bus transfer from Cancun Airport to Mérida. Once you arrive at the terminal, we will personally pick you up and accompany you to your destination.
At the house, a welcome cocktail with a light snack awaits, along with a welcome kit that includes a detailed map, practical and cultural information about the region, a local magazine, and a special gift to begin your Spanish immersion in Yucatán—an authentically Yucatecan experience that will accompany you throughout your stay in Mexico.

Map of the Tren Maya route in Yucatán, showing travel options to Mérida for the Spanish immersion in Yucatán.

Day 2 – Welcome and First Encounter with Mérida

First steps to discover the city’s history and rhythm

Start your Yucatán adventure with a warm welcome at our home, where we will have a conversation about the history of Mexico, Yucatán, and Mérida.
We will enjoy a traditional Mexican meal together before exploring the heart of the city. In the afternoon, a walk through the historic center will lead you to discover its colonial architecture, plazas, and local legends. The day ends with a visit to an iconic cantina, with live music and an authentic local atmosphere.

Colonial doorway in Mérida’s historic center, representing the city’s architecture and cultural atmosphere.

DAY 3 – Flavors of Yucatán and Evening Walk

Local cuisine and traditional atmosphere on a colorful day

Immerse yourself in local culinary culture starting with a conversation about Mexican and Yucatecan food. Then we will visit the market to choose fresh and authentic ingredients for our cooking class. You will learn to prepare traditional Mexican recipes, and we will enjoy them together in a relaxed setting.
After a well-deserved rest, we will end the day sightseeing in Mérida with an evening walk along the elegant Paseo de Montejo, admiring its beautifully illuminated colonial mansions.

Local market in Yucatán with fresh produce during the Spanish immersion cooking day.

DAY 4 – Traditions and Folklore

Living traditions that bring you closer to Yucatán’s cultural heart

A day of Spanish learning experience in Mérida through Yucatán’s artistic expressions: we will begin with a discussion on Mexican handicrafts and a hands-on workshop in crochet, hat-making, or another artisanal technique to explore local creativity.
In the afternoon, we will learn the rhythm of the jarana, the joyful and colorful traditional Yucatecan dance. To end the day, we will enjoy sightseeing in Mérida and experience the magical Serenata de Santa Lucía, a weekly open-air performance featuring live music, troubadours, poetry, and all the charm of local folklore under a starry sky.

Traditional Yucatecan jarana dancers in regional costume.

DAY 5 – Mayan Wonders and “Pueblo Mágico”

A journey through ancestral history and everyday Yucatecan life

We will begin the day with an excursion that brings together history, culture, and nature. We will visit the impressive archaeological site of Chichén Itzá with a local guide who will reveal the secrets and magnificence of the Mayan civilization. Then, we will continue to Izamal, the charming “Yellow Town,” where pre-Hispanic traces meet Spanish colonial heritage. We will enjoy a delicious Yucatecan lunch and end the day with a refreshing swim in a cenote, the spectacular natural pools that define the region.

Yucatán cenote with crystal-clear water during the Mayan wonders excursion

DAY 6 – Crafts, Markets, and Maya Tradition

Authentic encounters with local life: arts, knowledge, and community

After an early breakfast, we will leave Mérida toward the Yucatecan coast. Our first stop will be Puerto Progreso, where we will enjoy a brief visit to its boardwalk and views of the Gulf of Mexico. We will continue to the Playa de los Columpios, a seaside spot where you can swim, walk along the shore, explore mangroves, and savor a traditional Mexican seafood meal by the ocean.
In the afternoon, you will have time to rest before experiencing something unique: attending the Pok Ta Pok, the ancestral Maya ballgame, held in downtown Mérida—an event full of history and symbolism.

Fresh seafood dish enjoyed during the coastal day in Progreso, Yucatán.

DAY 7 – A Day Designed Just for You

Flexible time to learn, rest, or explore at your own pace

This day is designed to adapt to your interests. After breakfast, we will dive into the cultural or sports activity that inspires you most, discovering firsthand how it is lived and celebrated in the region—whether attending a local game, trying a traditional sport, or joining a community custom. After enjoying a typical lunch and a well-deserved rest, we will end the day with a social gathering at a local bar, perfect for experiencing the city’s atmosphere and nightlife.

Paseo en bicicleta para descubrir hábitos locales

What’s Included

✔ Personalized lessons adapted to your level.
✔ Daily linguistic support.
✔ Accommodation in a private room.
✔ Scheduled cultural activities.
✔ Local transportation according to the itinerary.
✔ Learning materials and study resources.
✔ Continuous follow-up and personalized tutoring.
✔ Welcome kit and culinary tastings.

What’s Not Included

✘ Airplane tickets.
✘ Personal expenses.
✘ Medical insurance.
✘ Optional activities outside the core program.

Day 8 – Beauty, Relaxation, and Well-Being

A calm space to integrate what you’ve learned and enjoy your surroundings

A day to nourish both body and mind. In the morning, we will visit the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya, a fascinating space that showcases the historical and cultural greatness of the region. After a comforting lunch, we will continue with a hands-on session to review vocabulary related to beauty and well-being. The afternoon will be dedicated entirely to relaxation: a three-hour session including a full-body massage, facial cleansing, and hand-and-foot care, ending the day renewed and full of energy.

Woman relaxing at a spa during the beauty and well-being day of the immersion program.

Day 9 – Nature and Relaxation by the Sea

Peaceful beaches and natural conversation in a relaxed atmosphere

We will start the day with a peaceful breakfast before taking a full-day excursion to the El Corchito Ecological Reserve, where we will explore its crystal-clear waters and enjoy the region’s rich flora and fauna in a protected environment.
In the late afternoon, we will head to a comfortable seaside apartment in Progreso to relax and refresh. The day will end with an evening visit to Progreso’s renovated waterfront, followed by a dinner of local flavors—closing the day with a blend of Mexican cuisine and seaside tranquility.

Sunset at Progreso Beach during the nature and seaside relaxation day.

Days 10/11 – Free Days to Enjoy at Your Own Pace

Explore, relax, or experience something new according to your interests

These days are designed for you to relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches at your own pace. During this time, meals are not included in the program, giving you the freedom to choose where and what to eat.
The area offers a wide selection of carefully recommended bars and restaurants where you can savor authentic local dishes and experience Yucatecan gastronomy in all its splendor.

Beach chairs and palapa by the sea during the free days of the immersion program.

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Testimonial from Françoise and Yannick

“Our immersion experience in Yucatán far exceeded all our expectations. From the very first day, we felt supported, safe, and deeply motivated. The personalized classes, cultural activities, and encounters with local people allowed us to practice Spanish naturally and authentically, gaining more fluency and confidence every day. For us, this journey was a human, linguistic, and cultural adventure that we will never forget.”

— Françoise & Yannick, France

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Day 12 – Yucatecan Hacienda Experience Day

History, flavors, and architecture in a unique traditional setting

We will begin the day with pick-up at your accommodation and an energizing breakfast to prepare for the adventure. From there, we will visit an authentic Yucatecan hacienda, where you will discover the history, architecture, and traditions that characterize these rural estates.
It will be an immersion into the past and present of Yucatecan countryside life, with the opportunity to explore its natural and cultural surroundings up close.

Traditional Yucatecan hacienda with colonial corridor during the immersion experience day.

Day 13 – Cultural Encounter and Special Farewell

A meaningful closing to celebrate your linguistic and personal journey

We will start the morning with a relaxed breakfast before heading to Parque La Plancha, a vibrant space full of art, fountains, and local activity, where you will also have the chance to converse with locals and experience the rhythm of the city.
At midday, we will enjoy an international gastronomic experience in which you will prepare—and taste—a typical Cuban dish, blending cultures and flavors.
The afternoon will be free for you to rest or explore at your own pace.
At night, we will gather again for the final dinner of the program, where you will enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine in a warm and festive atmosphere.

Traditional Cuban dish prepared during the cultural encounter and farewell day.

Day 14 – A Day of History and Chocolate

A sensory and cultural discovery through cacao and its stories

After an early breakfast, we will head toward the impressive archaeological site of Uxmal, where we will explore its majestic Maya ruins, admire its unique architecture, and uncover the mysteries of this ancient civilization.
Later on, we will continue with a sensory experience at the Chocolate Museum, where you will taste exquisite flavors that connect the ancestral tradition of cacao with contemporary culinary culture.
In the afternoon, we will spend time in a peaceful setting to reflect on your cultural immersion.
We will record a video in which you can share your thoughts and describe how this experience has enriched your learning and strengthened your connection with Yucatecan cultural heritage.

Cacao beans and spices representing the chocolate day experience.

Day 15 – Final Farewell and Return Trip

A memorable closing for an Spanish learning experience in Mérida that stays with you

After an early breakfast, we will accompany you to the terminal to take the train that will bring you back to Cancún.
The journey ends with a direct arrival at the airport, ensuring a comfortable and smooth departure.

Airplane taking off at the end of the immersion program’s final day.

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Mujer cubana con tabaco en mano, representando la tradición cultural y la identidad de La Habana.

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