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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.

Beautiful Lake Bacalar (Lago Bacalar or the Lake of the Seven Colors) lies more than a 4-hour drive from Cancun. Leave both driving and tour planning to the professionals with this organized excursion, with breakfast and lunch included. Visit Cenote Azul, a natural spa; cruise the lake on a pontoon, including the Pirates’ Channel and tour Bacalar town itself.

Explore the ancient Maya city of Tulum on a guided tour where you’ll take in breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and wander the fascinating ruins. Afterward, enjoy free time to relax on the pristine beaches or explore the area further at your own pace. End your day with an unforgettable swim in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Mariposa, a sacred Mayan sinkhole surrounded by natural beauty.

Swap the beaches and bars of the Riviera Maya for the chance to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Maya. This full-day tour from Cancun takes you to the cliffside ruins of Tulum and the archaeological site of Cobá where your guide brings history to life. Afterward, enjoy a refreshing swim in the clear waters of a cenote and savor a delicious buffet lunch, as well as a chocolate and tequila tasting.

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.

Discover some of the Caribbean's bluest waters and whitest sands on this classic adventure to Isla Mujeres, tailored to value-conscious travelers. It includes hotel pickup, snorkeling, spinnaker flying, beach club access, open bar, catamaran cruise, and Mexican buffet lunch. You'll have free time to explore the island, with dock fees excluded.

Skip the self-drive stress and enjoy two of the Yucatan’s most beautiful experiences on this small-group door-to-door tour: the Tulum archaeological site, perched on a natural outcrop above the turquoise ocean, and the sea turtles of Akumal. First, explore the ruins of Mayan Tulum, including the pyramid known as El Castillo; next, snorkel Akumal’s spectacular rock formations and brilliant coral in search of the turtles. Package excludes conservation fees.

Chichén Itzá is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, which often draws large crowds. With this small-group, early access tour from Playa del Carmen, be one of the first visitors to explore the site, as well as the Ek Balam ruins. Learn about one of the most important places in the Tlalol Kingdom and ancient Mayan culture and history as you explore each site. Your day ends with a refreshing dip in a cenote and a delicious Mexican buffet lunch.

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.

Combine a visit to stunning Isla Mujeres with a fun-filled cruise on the Caribbean Sea during this shared full-day excursion. Your boat features an open bar with unlimited drinks, games, and contests, plus a tasty buffet-style lunch. Enjoy snorkeling at Punta Sam Reef with provided gear before free time to shop, stroll the island, or swim at a private beach club with Ice Bar access. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Discover two significant archaeological sites with this guided tour of Tulum and Coba. Walk past ruins at the former Maya seaside trading post of Tulum, then scale Nohoch Mul at Coba, the Yucatán Peninsula’s tallest pyramid. Your full-day tour departs from Playa del Carmen and includes a swim in the clear waters of a cenote.

Explore the tropical forest and Caribbean coast of the Yucatan Peninsula on an adventure tour: ride an ATV through the jungle then head to Maroma Beach, where you can skim across the water in a wave runner or speed boat. This 3-hour tour includes snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as pickup and drop-off at hotels in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and the Riviera Maya.

Take a trip out to Isla Mujeres aboard a luxury catamaran with this tour from Tulum, which includes lunch and alcoholic beverages. You'll sail out to the island, where you'll take a guided tour before heading out to explore on your own. you'll have plenty of time to swim, sunbathe, or simply wander the island before returning to Tulum.

Depart Playa del Carmen for a day of cultural experience and adrenaline-inducing activities. Begin with a visit to Tulum, an ancient Maya coastal city that's home to archaeological remains and sandy beaches. Then, soar through the air on a zipline before descending to a cenote to swim and snorkel. Wind down with a tasty buffet lunch.

Most excursions to the cenotes of the Riviera Maya entail the crowds of the big tour buses. This private tour offers an intimate and personalized experience for you and your companions. You will visit three cenotes in one day, where you will have the opportunity to swim and snorkel. Afterward, you'll enjoy a delicious included Mexican lunch at a local restaurant.

Add a bit of fun to your Isla Mujeres day trip when you visit by catamaran. Party on board a catamaran and chill out at an exclusive beach club on this lively day trip from Cancun that's perfect for high-energy travelers. Get the chance to snorkel alongside a tropical reef (ages 9 to 60), fly from a spinnaker sail, and explore Isla Mujeres.

Visit the Bacalar Lagoon, sometimes known as the Lagoon of Seven Colors due to its colorful waters, on this tour departing from Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Playacar. You will have plenty of time to explore the waters of the lagoon. You can also eat à la carte at no additional charge.

Embark on the ultimate eco-tourism experience: visit Río Secreto Nature Reserve, an incredible semi-sunken cave system a few miles from Playa del Carmen. Don a wetsuit, helmet, and headlamp to explore this underground river's vast wonders, marveling at its impressive rock formations and splashing through the waters of its limestone tunnels as your guide identifies unique vegetation and tiny creatures along the way. Visit just the cave system or add visits to Tulum, Coba, or Puerto Morelos.

Isla Mujeres boasts Cancun’s best beaches—and even in this high company, Playa Norte’s powder-soft white sands stand out. Enjoy the perfect taster of this paradise isle on a catamaran cruise with open bar and included hotel pickup. Savor a buffet lunch at an exclusive beach club; try spinnaker flying or snorkel one of the island’s best reefs; and soak up the sun on the white sands of Playa Norte.

Whether you’re newlyweds, long-time lovers, or just starting out on your journey together, feel the romance of the Caribbean as you enjoy a 3-course dinner aboard a Spanish galleon. Glide from Nichupte Lagoon (Laguna Nichupte) to Love Lagoon (Laguna del Amor) as live saxophone plays and you dance to romantic ballads and sip drinks from the open bar. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Perfect for active travelers, this guided tour includes an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) ride, cenote swim, and ziplining. First, head out on an ATV (single and double passenger options available) to an underground cenote for a swim. Then whizz through the jungle on a zipline course. Wrap up with lunch at a Mayan restaurant. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

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.

Enjoy a unique adventure on your Riviera Maya vacation: a camel-back ride through jungle, beach and sand dunes. Get up close and personal with these adorable animals that can reach over 6 feet (2 meters) tall: feed them, take pictures, and learn a bunch of fun facts, too. For ease, your package includes a guide, a safety helmet, snacks, bottled water and round-trip transfers, with pickup direct from select hotels.

Enjoy a hassle-free experience with hotel pickup and a certified guide In German , French , Italian , Spanish or English. Join us for a magical experience where you will be part of one of the Mayan rituals that for years has been sacred and is still practiced today. Learn about how a small Mayan community lives, as well their lifestyle and the traditions that they keep alive. In the Mayan night, you will be part of a sacred purification ceremony, where the whole environment prepares to enter the "womb of mother earth", the TEMAZCAL, a volcanic stone steam bath ideal for cleansing and renewing mind and body. After this experience, we will refresh and enjoying in a refreshing cenote, and delight with a gastronomic experience with a simple but delicious typical food, accompanied by Water of “Jamaica”. The Mayan Night tour is for adults only. Visit a Mayan Village • Temazcal & Mayan ceremony • Swim in a exclusive cenote • Dinner & Refreshments