Top Playa del Carmen Culture - page 5

Learn about Mayan mysteries such as the ball game and astrology from a professional guide on this tour of Chichen Itza, one of the Mayan world's most important cities, with time for pictures too. Also enjoy a stop in scenic Valladolid, officially a 'magical town', and a swim in the Cenote Saamal. Your package includes lunch, entrance fees and pickup and drop-off to hotels across Cancun and Riviera Maya.

Get a real taste of the Yucatan on this action-packed full-day tour that takes in two of the region's Mayan highlights—Coba and Tulum—with a guide to put everything in context. After a buffet lunch and a swim in a crystal-clear cenote sinkhole, travelers who are staying outside of Playa del Carmen will get the chance to explore this popular resort town. Please note: an archaeological tax is payable at Coba.

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.

Spend a day exploring ancient Maya cities and an underground pool on a full-day tour from Playa del Carmen to Chichen Itza, and Ek Balam. Visiting both Maya sites offers the chance to experience the most iconic ruins in the Yucatan, then tour a lesser-visited gem with vivid frescoes and a fascinating history. This tour includes pickup and drop-off in Playa del Carmen, entrance fees, breakfast and lunch, and it’s limited to 15 people for a personalized experience.

Learn about Mayan history at two different archeological sites and get the chance to swim in a freshwater cenote (sinkhole) on this group tour from Playa del Carmen. You'll visit the beachfront Tulum Archeological Site, spend time at the ruins of Coba, and head to Cenote Kuxtal for a refreshing dip, with a stop for an included lunch along the way.

Hire your own professional photographer to capture your Playa del Carmen experience with this photoshoot package. You and your group will spend around an hour with your professional photographer, who will guide you as you pose for perfect shots. This package includes 20 high-resolution images, with the option to purchase additional photos for an extra fee.

Explore the fascinating remains of an ancient civilization at the pyramids of Chichen Itza. Wander the site with your guide, and learn about the people who once lived and worshiped here, using the pyramids to communicate with their gods, and living side by side with the wild jungle. Swim in a cenote like the Mayans, visit Valladolid, enjoy tequila and chocolate tasting, and a buffet lunch included to complete your tour of the region.

Discover ancient Mayan landmarks, natural wonders, and more: this full-day, small-group tour makes exploring the Yucatán Peninsula seamless. Following morning pickup from your area hotel, discover the pyramids of Tulum and Coba, including Nohoch Muul—the tallest such structure in the region. Then, enjoy a refreshing dip in a scenic cenote before a hearty lunch buffet. Finally, unwind, and go for a shopping excursion in Playa del Carmen.

Enjoy a tour of Tulum with a professional guide who will lead you through the archaeological zone. Climb the pyramid in Coba, learn about the Mayan history and culture in the area. Take a refreshing dip in the El Gloria Cenote, before we stop for a delicious local lunch. The tour rounds out on Playa del Carmen, where you have time to shop or grab a drink.

Make the most of your vacation in Playa del Carmen during a combo tour that visits Chichen Itza, Cenote Hubiku, and Ek Balam. Learn about the ancient Maya as you explore some of Yucatan's highlights, traveling between attractions with ease in an air-conditioned minivan. Entrance fees and lunch are included, along with hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience.

Ideal for lovers of adventure and culture, this full-day tour of the Coba archaeological site is both enriching and flexible. Alongside your expert guide, you’ll explore the archaeological site of Coba, delve into the ancient culture of a Maya village, and refresh during a swim in a limestone cenote.

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.

Purify your skin and your mind during a shaman-led ceremony inside a *temazcal* — a type of ancient Maya sweat lodge heated by hot stones — then cool off in a freshwater cenote, or sinkhole. After this mystical experience, visit a traditional Maya community for a typical dinner with a family. Round-trip hotel transport is included from Cancun and the Riviera Maya.

Combine a guided tour of the Mayan ruins at Tulum with a visit to the Casa Tortuga Cenote with this excursion. You'll start at Tulum, where you'll learn all about ancient Mayan culture from a professional expert. You’ll then head to Casa Tortuga Cenote, where you'll get the chance to go for a swim or even rent snorkeling equipment.

Less crowded than Chichen Itza, Ek Balam offers temples, palaces, and a spectacular central pyramid. But, at a 4-hour drive from Cancun, it’s not a journey for the faint-hearted. Skip the self-drive strain on this convenient door-to-door tour, which includes a guided visit to the site, free time in the beautiful colonial town of Valladolid, and a stop at a hacienda for a buffet lunch and a cenote swim.

Get the ultimate Chichen Itza experience on a full-day group tour, which includes a visit to the sacred cenote of Saamal and charming Valladolid. First, explore the iconic Mayan ruins with a guide, and learn about the history and legends behind the archaeological site. Then, cool off with a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Saamal cenote. Finally, discover the beauty of Valladolid, with its colorful streets and colonial architecture.

See two of the Yucatan's most important Mayan sites in just one day with this tour that includes a visit to Playa del Carmen and a cenote. Start at the waterfront ruins of Tulum; explore Coba, with its towering Nohoch Mul pyramid; soak in the cool waters of a cenote; and shop Playa del Carmen's Fifth Avenue. Transfers include hotel pickup and a Mexican buffet lunch.

Explore Tulum’s Mayan ruins in peace and solitude and then dive into an enchanting cenote on this private guided tour that combines two of the Yucatan’s must-see features while avoiding the crowds. Your guide will take you to the Tulum ruins right at opening time, before the multitudes arrive. You’ll then journey to a cenote hidden in the jungle to swim in its fresh waters and admire its remarkable geology.

Experience Chichen Itza on this private guided all-day tour with hotel pickup. Beat the heat and crowds by arriving early via private transportation. Explore the site at your own pace and learn about its Mayan significance before a refreshing dip in a nearby cenote and lunch in Valladolid.

Spend a day immersing yourself in ancient Mayan history on this tour, which includes visits to two of the Yucatan peninsula's most important archaeological sites: Tulum and Coba. You'll also have time to cool off in the fresh waters of Cenote Kuxtal and sit down for an included lunch of Mexican food.

Check off multiple top Riviera Maya attractions in a single day on this combination tour. Explore the World Heritage-listed archaeological zone of Chichén Itzá before heading for a cenote where you'll enjoy a swim in crystal clear waters. After a delicious buffet of traditional food, enjoy free time in the 'Pueblo Mágico' town of Valladolid. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Ideal for travelers with limited time, this 10-hour tour combines three of the Yucatan’s top attractions in only one day. Delve into the ancient history of Tulum’s ruins, refresh in the turquoise waters of a cenote, and browse the cosmopolitan shops of Fifth Avenue (Quinta Avenida) in Playa del Carmen. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this family-friendly tour.

Have the special chance to see the storied Chichen Itza ruins without the crowds—and make your sightseeing hassle-free—on this full-day, private tour. Following morning pickup, arrive at Chichen Itza when it opens for the most comfortable, quiet visiting experience. Afterwards, cool off with a cenote dip; life jackets are provided for your ease. After enjoying a traditional Yucatan lunch, have free time to explore charming Valladolid before returning to your hotel.

Make the most of limited time in the region, and escape the crowds at one of Mexico’s most popular ruins—Chichen Itza—during this early-access, private tour. With early-morning pickup from your area accommodation and tickets already included, you'll explore the UNESCO-listed highlight before the heat and crowds set in. Afterwards, enjoy free time to shop at local artisans before heading to the colonial city of Valladolid for a classic Yucatecan lunch.