Top Playa del Carmen Culture

The ancient Maya city of Tulum draws travelers from around the world that want to visit this celebrated archeological site and its 13th century architecture. You can visit this must-see attraction in just a few hours on this express Tulum tour, where you explore the sights with a guide. You can uncover the history of this storied city, learn about Maya culture, and enjoy hassle-free travel from select Yucatán Peninsula hotels.

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.

Optimize your time in the Yucatan on this full-day tour to Chichen Itza from Playa del Carmen. Pose for pictures in front of the Kukulcan structure, explore the Great Ball Court, and learn about the site’s history from your bilingual guide. Lunch, snacks, hotel pickup, and return transfer via air-conditioned vehicle are included, so there are no hidden extras.

Journey to Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula to visit the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza on this full-day tour and experience this incredible archeological site with a local guide. Walk along El Castillo and the Pyramid of Kukulcan and learn how this pre-Columbian city played an important role in the Mayan Civilization. Midway through the day, enjoy a typical buffet lunch and a refreshing dip at a cenote. Finally, take a panoramic tour through the colonial town of Valladolid.

Spend a day aways from Cancun's beaches and bars and discover Chichen Itza, a key Mayan archaeological site, before the crowds arrive. Swim in a sacred cenote, part of the Mayan underground river system, and enjoy an included buffet meal before capping off your day with a stroll through Valladolid's colonial streets.

Combine a visit to Rio Secreto with a tour of the Tulum Archaeological site on this small-group experience. Learn about ancient Mayan culture as you explore the ruins with a professional guide before continuing to the Rio Secreto natural reserve, where you'll walk and swim through a beautiful underground river. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Take an off-road romp in the jungle beyond Playa del Carmen on this half-day excursion. Drive or ride in an off-road buggy, away from the crowds, and follow a guide into the jungle. Wash off the grime during a swim at a freshwater underground cenote and refuel with a delicious snack. This small-group tour ensures you receive personalized attention.

Take a break from the busy beaches and bars of Cancun and get a different perspective on the Yucatan region on this full-day tour. Discover the Mayan city of Chichen Itza, the colonial architecture of Valladolid, and cool off with a dip in a cenote, or underground pool. Cap it all off with a buffet lunch complete with an open bar.

Explore beyond the Riviera Maya—and discover some of the region's most picturesque natural wonders—on this time-saving, multi-stop day tour. Round-trip transit makes getting around simple. First, visit the ancient Maya Archaeological Site before snorkeling at Yal-ku Lagoon and swimming in a cenote, or natural sinkhole. Then, round out the trip with lunch and free time at an exclusive beach club.

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.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the ancient Mayan lands! Join us to explore the impressive archaeological sites of Cobá and Tulum, accompanied by an expert guide who will reveal the secrets and history of these majestic ruins. Immerse yourself in the rich Mayan traditions in our community, where you will participate in an authentic ceremony with a shaman who will connect you with the ancestral energies of the place. Discover the fascinating process of growing cocoa, from the plant to its transformation into delicious chocolate, and learn about the Mayan bee Melipona. Relax and enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystalline Mariposa cenote, surrounded by the exuberant nature of the region. To culminate this experience, savor an exquisite special buffet prepared with local ingredients that will delight your palate. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this unique immersion in Mayan culture and nature!

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.

Make the most of your time in Cancun with this four-in-one half-day adventure tour. Ride ATVs through the terrain, soar across zip lines in the jungle, take a swim in a cenote, and try local tequila during a tasting. With round-trip transportation, safety gear, and snacks provided, you won't have to plan a thing.

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.

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.

As if getting early access to Chichen Itza—one of the New 7 Wonders of the World—wasn’t enough, this small-group tour from Playa del Carmen also includes Ek Balam, another major Mayan archeological site, and a cooling dip in a cenote. Add to that a freshly prepared regional lunch and you’ve got the ultimate cultural day out in Mexico

Visit Chichen Itza, Valladolid, and the open-air Cenote San Lorenzo Oxman on your own terms, with this private guided tour. You'll head out to to Chichen Itza bright and early so that you can avoid the crowds and heat that come later in the day, continuing on to Cenote San Lorenzo Oxman for a refreshing dip. You'll finish your tour with an a la carte lunch in colonial Valladolid.

Give your social media a boost while in Tulum on a small-group tour especially designed for influencers—or anyone who takes pride in their content. Travel around with a professional photographer, who captures visually inspiring content for you to share. Highlights include the Tulum sign, Ven a la Luz sculpture, Atik Tulum Park, and Tulum Beach. Includes lunch, site admissions, and a digital photo package.

Take a trip to the top of the world at the ancient Mayan city of Coba, one of the tallest ancient archaeological structures ever discovered. Learn about the astrological and culturally important stone carvings that decorate this unique pyramid, and climb the many steps to the top for panoramic views of the rainforest canopy. Enjoy a refreshing swim in a cenote and feast on a delicious local lunch.

Visit the archaeological site at Tulum and visit the Xunaan-Ha and Taak Bi Ha Cenotes with a professional, private guide. This package includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, guide services, and all entry fees, and snorkeling equipment will be available for you to borrow at no extra cost.

Explore the ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá on an all-day tour from Cancun and Mayan Riviera. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel to this important pre-Columbian ceremonial center to learn about its temples, observatory, pyramid, and ball court from an informative guide. Cool off in the holy waters of cenote before grabbing lunch at its namesake restaurant (included in the tour price).

Many tours of Chichen Itza from the Riviera Maya only take you to the UNESCO-listed Mayan site and back. On this full-day excursion, make the most of your time along the Mexican Caribbean with stops in the colonial-era town of Valladolid and a limestone sinkhole, known as a “cenote.” Plus, enjoy hotel transfers and climate-controlled transfers. Upgrade to include drinks and a box lunch.

Experience two of Rivera Maya’s highlights on this day trip to Tulum—ideal for those short on time. Following pickup from your Playa del Carmen hotel, enjoy a tour of the walled city of Tulum led by a local guide who shares insights on Mayan culture and history. Then, you’ll head to Canamayte Eco Park to swim in two sacred cenotes, one semi-open and one inside a cavern.