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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.

The Bacalar Lagoon was once a haven for Caribbean pirates but has become one of the Yucatan's most beautiful places to visit. Join a small group and take a guided tour from Costa Maya to the 7-colored lagoon for a day of swimming and exploring. Visit the Cocalitos and Black cenotes as well as the Pirate Channel, where precious wood was once smuggled.

Boasting 700 years of visible history, Mexico City’s historic center Zocalo can be a lot to take in. Understand the top sights of the expansive main square on a private walking tour focused just on you. This experience is great for first-time visitors who want to orient themselves to the area for future exploring. Itinerary highlights include the Metropolitan Cathedral, Palacio Postal, Palacio de Bellas Artes, and the Museo del Templo Mayor.

Set sail for a relaxing day in the Caribbean and leave all the logistics to the experts. Cruise across turquoise waters and jump off board to swim and snorkel among colorful marine life. Upon arrival at Isla Mujeres, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at a beach club and free time to explore the island's charming streets. With the cruise, food, activities, and an open bar all included, you can simply relax and enjoy the day.

Teotihuacan shouldn’t be missed when visiting Mexico City, especially for archaeology and history lovers—but getting there and back in a day can be complicated without your own vehicle. On this full-day tour, leave the planning to someone else and take in the vast complex without stressing over logistics. A seated breakfast inside the cave of La Gruta is included.

Combine a visit to Tulum archaeological site with swimming and snorkeling during this full-day tour. First, tour Tulum’s famous coastal ruins with admission included. Then, snorkel among sea turtles in Turtle Bay and swim in a freshwater cenote. Hotel pickup, round-trip transportation, and a tasty lunch buffet with vegetarian and gluten-free options are included.

Snorkel and swim in the Caribbean Sea and a freshwater cenote on a half-day tour from Cancun. Your guide first takes you to a snorkeling spot in the Caribbean to look for sea turtles and colorful tropical fish. Next, you continue into the rain forest to a nature park with an extensive underground river system. There you can swim in the crystal clear waters of the cenote for a quintessential experience in the Yucatan of Mexico. Includes snacks, guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Teotihuacan is one of Mexico’s most impressive Mesoamerican complexes—and, while there’s plenty to take in at ground level, a bird’s eye view is the best way to appreciate the vast series of pyramids, plazas, and temples. During this hot-air balloon ride, admire a soaring panorama over the site that most travelers miss, with coffee and sparkling wine included; upgrade to include hotel transfers, breakfast, and a Teotihuacan tour.

Teotihuacan’s Mesoamerican pyramids and archaeological ruins are impressive at any angle—but to truly appreciate the scale and grandeur of the centuries-old site, there’s nothing like a bird’s eye view. On this hot-air balloon experience, take in a vast panorama overlooking Teotihuacan, and see it from a vantage point from travelers miss. Upgrade to include a ground visit to the site or transfers from Mexico City.

Taste Cancun’s top tacos and enjoy cold Mexican beer on this 3-hour small-group tour. Visit four local taco spots, skip the lines, and learn the stories behind each recipe. Includes drinks, churros, and optional hotel pickup. Vegetarian options available.

When your cruise ship docks at the port of Casa Maya, don't waste time waiting for buses or haggling with taxis. Instead, maximize limited time on a shore excursion to the ancient Mayan city of Chacchoben. Learn more about the archaeological site with a guide as you admire relics that were only discovered in the late 20th century. Round-trip transport from the port in an air-conditioned minivan is included so you don't need to worry about getting back in time.

Check off two of Mexico City’s top tourist destinations in just one day on this tour to Teotihuacan and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, with admission to the archaeological zone conveniently included in the price. Hotel pickup ensures a hassle-free early start, so you can focus on exploring the cultural landmarks and learning more from your guide.

Seeing the beautifully preserved Teotihuacan Pyramids and their surrounding archaeological site is a highlight for many visitors to Mexico City, but sorting out transportation and guide services can be a hassle. This package saves you from last-minute taxi cancellations and tour guide touting thanks to prebooked admission, transfers, and guide services.

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 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.

Combine two top attractions while on shore at Costa Maya. Get picked up at the cruise port and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the historic Mayan ruins at Cacchoben, which date to 200BC. Afterwards, head to Bacalar Lagoon, also know as the Seven Colors Lagoon, with stops at Cenote Emeralda, Black Cenote and the infamous Pirates Channel. Also included are lunch, snacks, water and alcoholic beverages.

Planning a special evening in Puerto Vallarta can mean choosing between a sunset cruise, dinner, and entertainment. Enjoy all three in one outing as you sail to secluded Las Caletas at sunset, dine by candlelight, and watch the Alma show in a dramatic outdoor setting. With transportation, dining, and entertainment combined, you can simply settle in and enjoy the evening.

Set sail along the magnificent coastline of the Riviera Maya aboard a luxury catamaran and gaze at the soft hues of sunset. Relax with a cocktail from the open bar while you're served snacks by an expert crew and captain. Hotel transport is provided from most hotels for this excursion.

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 underground cenote. All options include a tequila tasting and buffet lunch, but upgrades are available for transfers from Cancun or Riviera Maya hotels and entrance tickets—or book a private tour with flexible pickup times.

Skip the hassle of coordinating multiple adventures with this all-in-one jungle experience from Cancun. Begin with a thrilling zipline circuit, tackle a rugged ATV track, ride a well-trained horse through the Mayan forest, and refresh in a cenote before enjoying a Mexican meal. With hotel pickup and transfers included, enjoy a seamless, adrenaline-filled day of adventure and relaxation.

This attraction-packed tour from Mexico City cover three of the region's most significant historical attractions in just one day: Tlatelolco (home to the main market of the Aztec empire), the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (a major Catholic pilgrimage site), and Teotihuacan (known as the City of Gods). Round-trip transit and admission tickets are included, plus a tequila tasting and optional buffet lunch.

Between May and September, the world's largest fish, whale sharks, migrate through Yucatan waters and can often be spotted off Cancun. Swim with these plankton-loving gentle giants if enough are found on this small-group tour starting from Marina Hacienda del Mar. Your package includes snorkeling gear, water, and a ceviche lunch on Isla Mujeres' North Beach (Playa Norte); port tax is at your own expense. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Visit the island of Contoy on a sailing and snorkeling tour from the mainland. Sail along the Mexican Caribbean to reach the ecological reserve and discover its stunning flora and fauna. Strap on your provided snorkel gear to explore the Ixlache reef, refuel with an included lunch and open bar on the island, and enjoy free time to shop in downtown Isla Mujeres.

Experience the magic of Cancun’s underwater world on a snorkeling day tour that takes you to see turtles, the reef, statues, and a shipwreck—all in just one day. This tour is perfect for beginners and nervous swimmers, with a friendly guide by your side to make sure you feel at ease.Swimming in Cancun’s crystal-clear waters offers vibrant marine life, stunning coral reefs, and a sense of serenity that’s truly dreamy.