Top Mexico Day Trips - page 3

Experience the ultimate day trip in Oaxaca with our extensive itinerary tour. Our journey begins at the awe-inspiring Tule tree, a living testament to over 2,000 years of history. Next, we delve into the rich tradition of rug weaving at a workshop in Teotitlán del Valle. The adventure continues with a visit to Mitla Archaeological Site, renowned for its breathtaking beauty and mysterious allure. Cap off the day with a visit to Hierve el Agua, a natural wonder boasting petrified waterfalls, offering a surreal experience like no other in Oaxaca. As we return to the city, indulge in a visit to a traditional mezcal distillery, where mezcal samples await, adding a flavorful conclusion to your unforgettable journey. Things to note : Additional Costs (Paid in Cash) Tule Tree Entrance : $20 MXN Mitla Archaeological Site : $210 MXN Boil the Water Entrance Fee : $70 MXN Oaxacan Buffet Lunch : $198 MXN Teotitlan del Valle : No entrance fee Mezcal Distillery Visit : No entrance fee

Visit Xplor Fuego park after nightfall without the hassle of renting on a car on this unique adventure that includes transfers from Cancun, Riviera Maya, or Playa del Carmen. Swim, drive, raft, and zipline through jungle paths and caves under the stars. Enjoy hotel pickup, skip the lines, and feast on a lavish all-you-can-eat buffet included with your admission.

Say goodbye to the Riviera Maya beaches and see a different side of the Yucatan. This guided tour explores Chichen Itza’s pyramid temples and colonial Valladolid, with a swim in an ancient cenote. Hotel pickup and transfers from Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels are included. All options include a tequila tasting and buffet lunch, but exclude Chichen Itza admission.

Maximize your time in magnificent Mexico on a full-day trip to Puebla, Tonantzintla, and Cholula from Mexico City. With the help of your guide, discover the rich cultural heritage of each city, and marvel at Puebla’s beautiful historical center. Sample each town's enticing range of culinary delights (own expense) and browse a traditional craft market for special souvenirs. Plus, leave all of the planning to someone else.

Discover Teotihuacan through a well-organized experience that includes entrance to the archaeological site and a visit to La Gruta restaurant, located inside a stunning natural volcanic cave next to the pyramids. We arrive early at the legendary City of the Gods to make the most of your visit and enjoy a smoother experience. Walk along the Avenue of the Dead, admire the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, and learn about the legacy of one of the most remarkable civilizations in Mesoamerica. After exploring the archaeological site, we continue to La Gruta, where you’ll have enough time to enjoy traditional Mexican cuisine in a truly unique setting. You are free to choose your dishes from the menu and pay directly at the restaurant (food and beverages are not included). An ideal combination of history and culinary tradition in one seamless day, with no unnecessary stops and a well-organized experience.

This full-day tour from Cancun, Tulum, Puerto Morelos, or Puerto Aventuras packs a sightseeing punch—see Valladolid, a 16th-century colonial city, visit the ancient Maya metropolis of Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and spend leisurely time relaxing in the peaceful Cenote Noolha, where you'll have unlimited use of the zipline. With round-trip hotel transport, a buffet lunch, and a guide to explain everything, this is a hassle-free experience you don’t want to miss.

Experience the best of Oaxaca in one unforgettable day with Zapotecos Tours. Be amazed by the majestic Tule Tree, the ancient Montezuma cypress with the widest trunk in the world, and spend 3 hours at Hierve el Agua exploring its stunning petrified waterfalls and refreshing yourself in its natural mineral pools. Enjoy a delicious buffet featuring local flavors and vegan options, then dive into the history of Mitla with a certified bilingual guide. Discover the rich textile traditions of Teotitlán del Valle, where artisans create wool rugs using natural dyes and ancestral techniques. To complete your experience, explore the world of mezcal with a visit to a traditional distillery, where you’ll learn about its artisanal production process and enjoy a guided tasting. Everything is included so you can experience Oaxaca with comfort, culture, nature, and flavor—all in one incredible tour.

Experience an unforgettable experience flying over the majestic pyramids of Teotihuacan at dawn. Start your day with a hot air balloon flight that will give you unique panoramic views of this iconic archaeological site. After landing, enjoy a delicious breakfast in a natural cave, a place full of history and charm. Our service includes comfortable transportation from Mexico City, personalized attention and free time to explore the archaeological area. Ideal for those looking for a combination of adventure, culture and comfort in one day. Book now and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Ride a camel along the beach to discover the spectacular coastal scenery of the Baja peninsula on an incredible tour from Los Cabos. Taste traditional Mexican specialties as you overlook the gentle ocean; explore the fascinating flora and fauna of the area with a knowledgeable guide; and enjoy an exhilarating off-road expedition through dramatic natural beauty. Complete your cultural experience with a tequila tasting.

Submerge yourself in the shimmering Sea of Cortez on a full-day snorkeling tour from Los Cabos. Admire dramatic desert landscapes on the drive to La Paz, then sail out to greet the migrating whale sharks. Swim and splash near these incredible creatures’ natural habitat. After, refuel with a lunch of fish tacos. Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel on this easy and spectacular day out.

Tour Tulum with an expert guide who will teach you all about the Mayan culture, at the end use free time to explore and take photos on your own. Afterwards, swim and relax in our 2 incredible locations: Cenote Mariposa and Cenote Chen Ha (Caverna)

Avoid crowds, beat the heat, no tourist traps, get to taste the best of the Yucatan cuisine home made cooked and swimm in the only private cenote, off the beaten path. Our 5:50 am departure, will guarantee to be the first group inside Chichen Itza and take amazing pictures. Togheter we'll unveil the importance and history of this ancient maya city. A beautiful cenote, own by a family with mayan heritage discovered by stroke of luck in the backyard of their home, plenty of time to enjoy the crystal clear freshwater of this unique gem. The family will cook authentic home made food with fresh ingredients & hand made corn tortillas, all prepared at the moment. In Izamal you can climb the mayan pyramid of Kinich kakmo, walk among the magic streets of the city and visit the convent.

Combine a tour of the ancient Mayan ruins of Chacchoben with a visit with a Mayan family on this guided tour from Costa Maya. Travel from the cruise port by air-conditioned vehicle to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins for a guided tour. Afterwards, pay a visit to a Mayan family in Chacchoben Village. Learn about traditional medicines and how to make a traditional tortilla, then sample traditional dishes from recipes passed down through the generations.

Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya in just a day on this combination tour, which includes transportation, lunch, and the services of a guide. Visit the Tulum archaeological site, snorkel coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, and swim in the crystal waters of a cenote sinkhole.

Check off many of Los Cabos' highlights in just a matter of hours on this comprehensive, small-group tour—perfect for travelers who want to capture great photos from their trip. Make stops at the glass factory, the famous Arch, the #CABO sign, and San Jose's Art District, plus enjoy a delicious taco and tequila tasting. Receive all best unedited photos for free after the tour.

Getting to Isla Mujeres independently means coordinating ferry schedules on your own—tricky without local knowledge. This full-day catamaran tour takes the guesswork out of planning and departs from Cancun, with air-conditioned vehicle transfers included. It covers snorkeling stops, an optional spinnaker activity, and exclusive beach club access on Isla Mujeres.

Experience the best of Los Cabos, by land and sea, on this half-day sightseeing tour. In Cabo San Lucas, visit the main square and its historical attractions before stepping aboard a glass-bottom boat. Sail to the famous peaks of El Arco and see colorful marine wildlife. Back on land, wander through the colonial town of San Jose del Cabo and visit its lagoon-estuary teeming with birds. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

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.

We will begin our tour in the beautiful Magic Town of Izamal, known as the Yellow City for its vibrant streets and golden colonial buildings. Tour this charming place and enjoy its warm atmosphere and impressive architecture. Our journey continues in Cenote Ik Kil, where its waters invite you to cool down, relax and connect with the natural beauty of Yucatan. The last stop is the legendary Mayan city of Chichen Itza. You will visit this iconic site with fewer people and in a softer light, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. Here you can admire the majestic Pyramid of Kukulkán, the Great Ball Game, the Observatory (The Snail) and other impressive constructions that show the history, knowledge and greatness of this ancient civilization. In addition, you will have access to an interactive online game designed to reinforce what you learned during the tour. It's a fun way to test your knowledge.

Sian Ka´an Biosphere Reserve is beautiful but if you don’t have a boat, it can be hard to explore the area. This half-day tour with lunch from Tulum includes hotel pickup and drop-off, letting you head into the wetlands with a guide who knows how to navigate the water and avoid the crowds. Plus, you’ll enjoy the area’s wildlife, and get to snorkel and eat lunch at the beach, too.

Make the most of your time being docked in Costa Maya and gain an insight into the ancient Mayan civilization. Start with an adventure into the jungle to discover the city of Chacchoben, an archeological site dating back to 200 BC. Afterwards, take a refreshing dip in Bacalar Lake, Mexico’s second-largest freshwater lake which boasts mesmerizing turquoise water, and tuck into a local lunch.

Check off five of the Yucatán Peninsula’s otherworldly cenotes on this small-group day trip from Playa del Carmen. Perfect for travelers who want to avoid the well-trodden tourist trail, this trip visits the remoter cenotes where you’re more likely to have Mother Nature as your group’s only companion. Choose from a range of options when you book.

Visit Teotihuacan in the early morning for a memorable view of the landmark site on a full-day tour from Mexico City. Afterward, stop at an artisan market, then have time to purchase lunch and refreshments before returning to Mexico City. Your tour includes entrance fees, air-conditioned transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit the ancient archaeological wonder of Chichen Itza and the colonial town of Valladolid, with the chance to take a dip in Cenote Samaal along the way, with this private tour from Playa del Carmen. You'll learn about Mayan history, cool off in an open cenote, and get the chance to do some shopping in Valladolid, all with a professional guide to lead the way.