10 days in Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco & Mazunte Itinerary

Boasting a coastline made for perfectly framed photographs of romantic sunsets, Puerto Vallarta continuously ranks among the world's top tourist resorts.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Puerto Vallarta: Vallarta Botanical Gardens (in Cabo Corrientes) and Kayaking & Canoeing (in Sayulita). There's still lots to do: take a leisurely stroll along Malecon Boardwalk, explore the striking landscape of Los Arcos, kick back and relax at Los Muertos Beach, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Zona Romantica.

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The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Puerto Vallarta. In December in Puerto Vallarta, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to travel to Huatulco.

A short flight from Mexico City, scenic Huatulco features nine picture-perfect bays on the Pacific coast.

Huatulco is known for nature, wildlife, and beaches. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: kick back and relax at Cacaluta, explore the activities along Buceo Scuba Huatulco, catch some excitement at Maica Silver & Contemporary Bijoux, and admire the masterpieces at Europa Galeria De Arte.

For photos, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Huatulco trip planner.

Getting from Puerto Vallarta to Huatulco by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Puerto Vallarta, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Huatulco, ranging from highs of 36°C to lows of 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Mazunte.

On the 30th (Mon), stroll through Santuario La Escobilla, go for a walk through Hridaya Yoga, and then take some stellar pictures from Punta Cometa. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at Playa Mazunte and then explore the activities along Laguna Ventanilla.

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You can drive from Huatulco to Mazunte in 1.5 hours. December in Mazunte sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 25°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) so you can travel back home.