Top Mexico Day Trips

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.

Experience Chichén Itzá and the Yucatán’s cultural highlights without the crowds, logistical planning, or midday heat that can affect independent visits. An early start allows for a quieter exploration of the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and better opportunities for photos. Afterward, unwind at a private family-owned cenote, enjoy homemade Yucatecan cuisine, and stroll the historic streets of Izamal, with all transportation and planning handled for you.

During your time in Mexico, ensure you experience the white sands and turquoise waters of Isla Mujeres. This catamaran adventure has multiple options to choose from. Book the entry-level package with an open bar of Mexican drinks; upgrade to add a buffet lunch and transfers; or opt for the premium experience on a smaller catamaran, with international drinks, a boxed lunch, and transfers. All packages except premium exclude dock fees.

Experience Mexico City like a local on a guided walking tour that helps you navigate bustling markets for a traditional taste of life in the capital. Shop at Mercado Melchor Muzquiz and Mercado Jamaica; taste tacos and tamales, and sip traditional atole. Ride the Mexico City Metro like a local and discover the ingredients and traditions behind salsa making.

Dive headfirst into the Yucatan’s beautiful nature on this half-day tour from Cancun with a maximum of 16 people, where all logistics and navigation are handled. Swim with sea turtles at Akumal in their natural habitat, then explore the sacred Yax-Muul cenote cave with ancient stalactites and stalagmites. Enjoy refreshments and hotel pickup for a hassle-free experience.

No visit to the Yucatan is complete without checking off Chichen Itza, but the site’s World Wonder and UNESCO status means it can attract enormous crowds. This day trip from Merida takes you to the archeological site last, after visiting the magical town of Izamal and a cenote, so that you can explore in a softer light with far fewer people around.

Explore the only ancient Mayan civilization built alongside the ocean on this tour to the Tulum archaeological site, and finish with a dip in a cenote. While arranging transportation to the natural and cultural attractions can be a logistical challenge, with this tour, busy travelers can see both spots and learn about the sites along the way. Plus, a buffet lunch is included.

If you’re short on time but want to see what’s beyond Mexico City, this day trip to lovely San Miguel de Allende has you covered. A guide will get you acquainted with the baroque architecture of this colonial city during a tour, including the handicrafts market. Then you’re free to stroll the cobblestone streets on your own in the afternoon. A small group limited to 15 people ensures a personalized atmosphere.

On this private door-to-door tour, you can avoid the large tour groups and get to know the historic sites just outside Mexico City in the company of just your family and friends. Your personal guide takes you to Tlatelolco, an excavated Aztec zone, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a popular Catholic pilgrimage site, before you explore the grandiose pyramids and majestic avenues of mysterious Teotihuacan. Upgrade to include lunch.

Embark on a profound cultural and historical journey starting at the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, where you'll explore the church of Santiago de Tlatelolco and the ruins of a pre-Hispanic city. Continue to the Guadalupe Basilica, climb Tepeyac Hill, and witness the religious and cultural significance of the area. The tour concludes with a visit to Teotihuacan’s awe-inspiring pyramids. Enjoy a three-course lunch and shop for local crafts along the way.

Explore the ancient walled city of Tulum and immerse yourself in the rich Mayan culture through its impressive remains. Afterwards, cool off with a swim in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Mariposa and enjoy a delicious buffet prepared especially for you. At sunset, visit the famous Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen, where you can browse boutiques and shopping malls. Don't miss this exciting adventure in the Riviera Maya!

Also known as the City of Gods, Teotihuacan was once one of the western hemisphere’s greatest cities. Delve deeper into the UNESCO World Heritage Site than you would alone with a guide who gives insight into the majestic plazas and murals on this half-day trip from Mexico City. Best of all, this early-morning tour lets you beat the crowds.

Explore the Yucatan, without the pressure of planning and organizing how to get there, with this group trip to the region's highlights. Enjoy a comprehensive itinerary that includes the Tulum archaeological site, a cenote, and a snorkeling session around a coral reef in the Caribbean Sea. Relax knowing the whole day is taken care of, with pickup and drop-off from your hotel, transportation between activities, lunch, and more.

Yucatán’s most popular attractions are spread out across the region, making it difficult to arrange logistics and secure entry to each one independently. Save yourself the work with this guided tour, which checks off the archaeological wonders of Chichén Itzá with a traditional Mayan culinary experience, a refreshing cenote swim, and time to explore Valladolid’s colonial streets. Along the way, gain local insight into the region’s history, culture, and natural beauty.

Early pickup from your Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya hotel means arriving at the archaeological treasures of Chichen Itza before the heat hits. Your guide will show you around and explain the site’s history before you enjoy some time on your own. From there, cool off at Cenote Ik Kil and enjoy a delicious buffet, before discovering the town of Valladolid: Chichen Itza tickets are at your expense.

From the mountaintop pyramids of Monte Alban to the Cuilapam Convent on the valley floor, learn all about the rich history of the Oaxaca Valley. This tour packs in four top destinations into one day. Discover the Zapotec pyramids and excavated ruins of UNESCO-listed Monte Alban, admire the mystical woodcarvings of San Antonio Arrazola, and meet resident artisans in San Bartolo Coyotepec, a town known for its beautiful black pottery.

Experience some of Mexico City’s important landmarks on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit the pre-Columbian trading center of Tlateloco, stop by the Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, the country’s largest shrine to the beloved Lady of Guadalupe, and ascend the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon at the legendary Teotihuacan. Enjoy a delicious local lunch and a tasting of Pulque, a lightly alcoholic Aztec drink.

Enjoy a guided hike to Grutas de Garcia, an impressive cave system filled with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, during this five-hour small-group excursion. After exploring the caves, visit the historic town of Garcia from a local's perspective, with time to explore the main square and church, stop by a traditional bakery, and enjoy a bite of local ice cream. Hotel transfers are provided.

Maximize your time in Rivera Maya with this excursion to three Yucatan Peninsula attractions— with all transportation and logistics taken care of for your convenience. Following hotel pick-up from Playa del Carmen, you’ll visit Chichen Itza, one of the most important Mayan archaeological sites. You’ll also swim in a cenote (sacred cave) and stroll around the charming town of Valladolid.

Avoid the tourist crowds on a private tour to Teotihuacan, taking advantage of early pickup from your hotel to gain the best views of the ancient site before other tours arrive. Benefit from your professional guide’s full attention as you explore the pre-hispanic monument together.

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city of Guadalajara and spend a day in its surroundings on this private tour. During the course of the day, visit a tequila factory for a guided tour, explore Lake Chapala on foot and by boat, and visit the magical town of Ajijic. Learn about the vibrant culture of the area from your guide, and feel free to customize the day to suit your group's interests.

Sail the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea aboard your own private catamaran during this half-day or full-day tour from Cancun. Your captain can take you to Isla Mujeres or other great spots around the bay, and provides time to go snorkeling at the coral reef. Bring just your own group on this private sailing tour: It includes unlimited drinks but excludes dock tax.

Go beyond the beaten path and explore the luscious lakeside villages of Ajijic and Chapala on a full-day tour from Guadalajara. Admire the scenic splendor of Lake Chapala (Lago de Chapala), one of Mexico’s largest natural lake, and wander the cobblestone streets of picturesque Ajijic while listening to commentary that you won't get in the guidebook.

Explore the rugged beauty of Sumidero Canyon National Park on this budget-friendly day trip from San Cristobal de las Casas. Marvel at Sumidero’s towering walls, which rise thousands of feet in some spots, and watch for crocodiles, monkeys, river turtles and numerous types of birds. After a boat ride through the Grijalva River and a walk through the canyon, visit the gorgeous colonial city of Chiapa de Corzo.