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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.

3 visits in 1 tour, with free Mexican lunch included. Get to know and enjoy Chichén Itzá, and its incomparable Temple of Kukulcán, considered one of the 7 New Wonders of the Modern World. In addition, you will swim in a sacred cenote AND you will visit the magical town of Valladolid, the tour has a free Mexican lunch. Through our guides you will discover the secrets kept in the buildings of this ancient city of the Mayan civilization, one of the most advanced in the pre-Hispanic world. I promise you that you will admire and contemplate several buildings such as the Market of the Thousand Columns, the Temple of the Warriors with the statue of Chacmool, the Ball Game, the Temple of the Jaguar and the wonderful Temple of Kukulcán, one of the monuments emblematic of the Mayan civilization. You will also be surprised by its ingenious architecture and its extraordinarily precise calculations where the deep knowledge of mathematics, geometry and astronomy of the Mayas is demonstrated.

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.

Get a different perspective on the Yucatan region than the beaches and bars of Cancun, with this group tour. Visit the Mayan city of Chichen Itza—one of the New7Wonders of the World—the colonial architecture of Valladolid, and cool off with a dip in a cenote. Includes a buffet lunch with an open bar.

Skip the beaches and bars of Cancun and spend the day exploring the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula with a group tour that handles all of the logistics for you. Discover the well-preserved ruins at Chichen Itza, admire the Kukulkan Pyramid, go for a refreshing swim in a spectacular underground cenote, and explore the charming colonial city of Valladolid.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Set sail on a luxurious 4-hour private catamaran tour from Puerto Aventuras, exploring the stunning Mexican Caribbean reef. Enjoy snorkeling, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing in crystal-clear waters, while savoring chef-prepared dishes and unlimited drinks from the open bar. With a dedicated crew ensuring your comfort, this inclusive experience is perfect for creating unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Snorkel with whale sharks on a full-day tour off the Yucatan coast from Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Tulum, or Riviera Maya hotels—something that you can only do in this part of the planet. Under the direction of a biologist guide, swim with the world’s largest fish. Your day includes lunch on the boat and transfers from many hotels, but the reef tax is payable in cash.

Dedicate a full day to exploring Tulum on this multi-activity tour, with convenient round-trip transportation from your Cancun and Riviera Maya hotel. Start off with a visit to Tulum’s Mayan ruins, then take a dip in the ancient Cenote El Sueño. Afterwards, continue the adventure with snorkeling and turtle watching on Akumal Beach, before tucking into lunch at an exclusive beach club—all included in the price.

Don’t leave your experience of Playa del Carmen’s food scene to chance; let a guide reveal some of the city's best food spots on a culinary walking tour that provides a comprehensive introduction to first-time visitors. Stray from the beaten path and discover lesser-known Mexican specialties that you may otherwise have missed.

Pre-book your airport transfers from Cancun International Airport to Playa del Carmen to save time and avoid the stress of seeking out a taxi on arrival. You can choose from one-way transfers to or from the airport, or book a round-trip service for added convenience. If you're getting picked up at the airport, your driver will monitor your flight in case of any delay.

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.

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.

Tulum's unreal swimming holes and snorkeling spots can be challenging to find without a guide. On this tour, a guide takes you to float through caverns and rock formations along the waters of an ancient cenote—a limestone sinkhole perfect for swimming. Afterward, head to Akumal Beach for snorkeling among sea turtles that call the beach home. Finish your morning with lunch and free time at a beach club hideaway.

Combine a jungle zipline course, an ATV ride with insurance, tequila tasting, and a swim in a cenote on this half-day, small-group adventure tour to Extreme Adventure Eco Park. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, or the Riviera Maya. Guided, family-friendly excursions also include complimentary refreshments.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure without having to rent a car on a full-day tour of Xplor Adventure Park that includes transfers from Cancun. Splash into subterranean rivers; paddle through caves filled with stalactites; glide over the jungle canopy on ziplines; and drive an amphibious vehicle on off-road trails. Feast on an all-you-can-eat buffet with refreshing beverages. This all-inclusive tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, and lunch.

Journey deep into the Riviera Maya on this guided jungle buggy tour from Playa del Carmen. Steer a 4x4 buggy for about 25 miles (40 kilometers) and admire the lush forest scenery during this thrilling drive. Make a stop for a refreshing swim and snorkel at a cenote, with a cave visit too. Hotel transport included.