Top Cancun Historical Tours - page 3

Skip the crowded bus tours at Chichen Itza. Instead, opt for a personalized excursion from Cancun or Riviera Maya. This private day trip lets you customize the itinerary with your guide and choose your own pickup time from the hotel. Entrance fees and a buffet lunch are included, along with beer and soda in a cooler aboard the air-conditioned vehicle. Bonus: swim in Ik Kil or Xcajum cenote.

Explore the ancient Mayan capital, swim in a sacred cenote, and visit an atmospheric colonial city all in one day on this immersive, guided excursion. With included hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun, head to Chichen Itza and learn about its pyramid, temple, and other ruins from your guide. Then cool off in a cenote—a natural sinkhole—and enjoy a buffet lunch. Finish the day with a relaxing walk in picturesque Valladolid.

Visit several major archaeological sites during one full-day tour—and enjoy a cenote swim and buffet lunch in between—on this day trip from Playa del Carmen or Tulum. Learn about ancient Mayan culture during a visit to the UNESCO-listed Chichen Itza, and explore a lesser-known attraction at the Ek Balam archaeological site (entry to the sites own expense). Together with a cenote swim and lunch, you'll enjoy a fully immersive day out.

Swap the beach for a fix of culture and history on this tour to the Tulum and Coba archaeological zones. Explore clifftop Maya ruins, climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan Peninsula, and swim in a jungle cenote. Enjoy hassle-free hotel pickup and round-trip transportation from Playa del Carmen, plus lunch included.

Experience an authentic Mexican fiesta without having to travel all the way to Mexico City during this activity-packed evening tour of Xoximilco Park from Cancun. Float on a colorful trajinera, enjoy delicious cuisine, unlimited tequila, and dance to live Mariachi music for an unforgettable night. Plus, you won't need to worry about booking separate activities as everything is taken care of.

Explore the Yucatán Peninsula on this full-day tour from Cancun, where history, culture, and nature come together. Start at the ancient Tulum ruins, then head to Coba to climb Nohoch Mul, one of the region’s tallest pyramids. After a refreshing swim in a sacred cenote, enjoy a buffet lunch and end the day with shopping and sightseeing on Playa del Carmen's lively 5th Avenue.

Sail the turquoise waters of the Caribbean aboard a catamaran to Isla Mujeres. Enjoy snorkeling in vibrant coral reefs, then relax at a private beach club with a delicious buffet lunch (for non-all-inclusive tours). Explore the island’s historic center during free time before returning to Cancun. This shared tour offers a relaxing and exciting day of sun, sea, and local culture.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the resorts and discover more of what Mexico's Yucatan peninsula has to offer on this full-day excursion. Visit two important archaeological sites, Tulum and Coba, to learn about the ancient Mayans who ruled the area. Then, cool off in a cenote and enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch. End your day with a tour of Playa del Carmen with hotel pickup included.

Discover the wonders of Chichen Itza like never before with exclusive early access that allows you to explore the iconic archaeological site in the cool morning hours, free from the bustling crowds. This unique tour offers a fascinating insight into Mexico's history and provides context and insight thanks to a guide.

Explore the Rio Secreto Nature Reserve near Playa del Carmen on this excursion, where you swim and wade in one of Mexico's most spectacular underground caves, then enjoy a buffet lunch. Upgrade to add transfers from select Cancun and Playa Mujeres hotels. You can also opt to add the Tulum ruins, Puerto Morelos, or the plus package featuring a bike ride, a rappel, and a walk in a dry cave.

Escape for the day to Xcaret, Mexico's ecological and archeology park located in Riviera Maya. On this full-day trip from Cancun to Xcaret, swim in a lagoon, snorkel in the clear aqua waters of the Caribbean, and discover a network of subterranean rivers. Watch for monkeys, birdlife, and butterflies as you stroll through the jungle and explore ancient Mayan archaeological sites. After sunset, enjoy folkloric entertainment highlighting Mayan culture.

Don't miss the opportunity to visit Chichen Itza during your Cancun vacations; the ancient capital of the Mayan Empire and learn why it has been designated one of the modern wonders of the world.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure without having to rent a car on a full-day tour of Xplor Adventure Park that includes transfers from Cancun. Splash into subterranean rivers; paddle through caves filled with stalactites; glide over the jungle canopy on ziplines; and drive an amphibious vehicle on off-road trails. Feast on an all-you-can-eat buffet with refreshing beverages. This all-inclusive tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, and lunch.

Spend some time beyond Cancun exploring Ek Balam, one of the Yucatán's newer excavation sites. Embark on a guided tour of this ancient Mayan wonder, learning its history, wandering among its plazas and even scaling its main pyramid for incredible jungle views. Then continue on to Cenote Maya Park, where your choices for adventure are endless. Take a refreshing dip in natural pool, zipline through tropical forest canopy, rappel into a cave or shop for handmade Maya crafts. Savor a delicious meal of traditional Maya eats before returning to Cancun.

Discover Chichen Itza and its scenic surroundings on this full-day tour from Cancun, with optional Riviera Maya pickup for an additional fee. Explore the ancient ruins with a guide to learn about Mayan civilization, visit the traditional town of Valladolid, and enjoy a refreshing swim in the Maya Cenote. A buffet lunch is included for a hassle-free experience.

A Chichen Itza Tour that includes all you need for the perfect Mayan ruins excursion from Cancun. A guided tour with a local expert, round-trip transportation, beverages and snacks on board, exquisite regional buffet lunch with drinks, a swim in a cenote and a visit to Valladolid make this a complete day of Yucatan adventure in history and culture and natural beauty.

Make the most of your day and combine history, nature, and culture on this three-in-one combo tour from Riviera Maya. Visit the ancient Maya city of Chichen Itza on a guided tour, swim in the clear waters of a cenote, and explore the colonial town of Valladolid. Includes a buffet lunch and round-trip transfers.

Seeing the Mayan Riviera’s signature sights means around five hours’ driving. Skip the stress and travel in style when you book this classic tour, with stops at the Mayan ruins of Tulum and Coba, bustling Playa del Carmen, and two cenotes. Your package includes 2-way door-to-door transfers, a certified guide, five drinks, a buffet lunch, entrance fees, and bicycle hire at Coba; the Coba tax and Parque Jaguar entry fee are not included.

Explore one of the Yucatan's more newly discovered Maya sites—Ek Balam—on a cultural tour from Playa del Carmen. Embark on a full-day visit to these archaeological ruins as well as Cenote Maya Park, an adventure park with a superb natural setting, and get the most out of the Yucatan's vast offerings. Climb to the top of Ek Balam's Acropolis pyramid, discover hidden temples cloaked in dense jungle canopy and wander among ancient statues; then spend the rest of the day swimming in a natural sinkhole, cave rappelling and rainforest ziplining.

Take in the attractions of Chichen Itza on a full-day tour to one of Mexico’s most popular archaeological sites, including hotel pickup. Spend several hours seeing the main features of the ancient Mayan site, including Kukulkan Pyramid (El Castillo), with live commentary from your guide. In the afternoon, cool off in the fresh water of a cenote, and try typical dishes from the Yucatan during lunch.

Beautiful Lake Bacalar (Lago Bacalar or the Lake of the Seven Colors) lies more than a 4-hour drive from Cancun. Leave both driving and tour planning to the professionals with this organized excursion, with breakfast and lunch included. Visit Cenote Azul, a natural spa; cruise the lake on a pontoon, including the Pirates’ Channel and tour Bacalar town itself.

This 2-hour walking tour takes you through the heart of Cancun. With a local guide, stroll the city’s lively streets while you learn about its Mayan history and modern culture. Cancun is a vibrant international city known for art, nightlife, food, and many entertainment options. Your guide shares insights along the way so you can use what you learn during the rest of your vacation.

Visit the Tulum ruins and the Yucatán Peninsula cenotes the easy way, with this day trip from Cancun. After a pickup direct from your hotel, you’ll travel to the Tulum archaeological site to explore, then spend time at the cenotes where snorkel equipment and a Maya-style lunch is provided. Note that entry to the Tulum archaeological site requires a $10 USD contribution per person.

Add some culture and adventure to your Cancun vacation on a full-day group tour to some of the peninsula's top attractions. Begin at the UNESCO-listed Chichen Itza, where you'll enjoy an immersive tour of the archeological complex. Later, take a dip in the colorful waters of a cenote (sinkhole). Then, stroll around Valladolid, where you can buy souvenirs or simply explore the charming town's architecture.