Top San Cristóbal de las Casas Day Trips

Visit two of Mexico’s most stunning waterfalls—followed by a visit to the archaeological site of Palenque, an ancient Maya city-state—during this full-day, guided small-group tour to Agua Azul and Misol from San Cristobal de las Casas. A tasty breakfast buffet, pickup and drop-off from select hotel zones, and admission tickets are included.

Leave the tourist track behind on this visit to the indigenous communities of the Tzotzil ethnic group of Mexico. The tour includes a visit to the town of San Juan Chamula to see the fusion of contemporary and ancient Mayan traditions, and a tour of Zinacantan to see locals working pre-Columbian waist looms and to sample handmade tortillas and regional drinks.

Explore the rugged beauty of Sumidero Canyon National Park on this budget-friendly day trip from San Cristobal de las Casas. Marvel at Sumidero’s towering walls, which rise thousands of feet in some spots, and watch for crocodiles, monkeys, river turtles and numerous types of birds. After a boat ride through the Grijalva River and a walk through the canyon, visit the gorgeous colonial city of Chiapa de Corzo.

Explore Sumidero Canyon aboard a motorboat during this full-day tour. Stroll around Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas' first settlement and a UNESCO World Heritage site, with your guide to learn about its history. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Escape the city in favor of Sumidero Canyon National Park and the colonial town of San Juan Chamula on a full-day tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Designed to delight lovers of culture and nature, this excursion includes a boat ride on the Grijalva River, flanked by cliffs reaching 3,280 feet (1,000 meters), and a guided tour of San Juan Chamula, replete with quaint churches and an artisan market. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Torn between visiting the Mexican rainforest or a Mayan archaeological site? Go for both. During this fun-filled, double-duty tour, you’ll head to Agua Azul and Misol-Ha—two stunning freshwater cascades, flanked by lush jungle—before arriving at Palenque. Then get a peek at well-preserved ancient ruins, like the Temple of the Sun, an iconic stepped pyramid. Transfer from San Cristobal is included.

Skip the stress of planning transport and boat logistics on this seamless adventure through Sumidero Canyon from San Cristobál de las Casas. Cruise the Grijalva River past towering canyon walls rich with wildlife, then visit the charming “magic town” of Chiapa de Corzo and its distinctive Mudéjar-style fountain before heading to two spectacular canyon viewpoints.

Visit the Maya towns of the Chiapas highlands on a full-day tour from Tuxtla Gutierrez to San Juan Chamula, Zinacantan, and San Cristobal de las Casas. You'll learn about Maya culture and history as you explore markets, churches, and local handicrafts, pausing for a traditional lunch in Zinacantan. By taking in three very different Maya communities, this tour offers a great perspective on life in Chiapas, with a guide to help you understand the things you see and connect with local people.

Combine visits to Sumidero Canyon and the Magic Chiapa de Corzo on this adventure from San Cristobal de las Casas. With your guide pointing out the flora and fauna, take a boat ride through the canyon on the Grijalva River, admiring in the towering canyon walls around you. Stop next at the Magic Town (Pueblo Magico) of Chiapa de Corzo, where a walking tour will take you to the city's central fountain, formed of mudejar-style brickwork. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation included.

Explore the vibrant city of San Cristobal de Las Casas—and learn about Chiapas' Tzotzil Maya people and traditions when you visit several Indigenous villages—on this half-day, small-group tour. Following morning pickup, discover San Cristobal's characterful neighborhoods before visiting a side of the region many others miss. Head to San Juan Chamula to explore its colorful church, and visit Zinacantan to immerse yourself in its beautiful craft traditions.

I grew up with the traditions and legends of indigenous and mestizo peoples of Chiapas, where I come from. I learned them from my grandparents, parents and later, during my university career, I delved into diferent historical and social aspects. I also lived a historical moment in my town, witnessing the armed revolution of the EZLN (Zapatistas). My passion for traditions and legends continues to be more and more alive and I enjoy sharing it with visitors from Chiapas. I have shared it for 10 years, receiving very positive comments. THIS TOUR CAN BE MODIFIED AND ADOPTED TO YOUR INTERESTS.

Explore the best of Chiapas on this small-group tour, which takes you seamlessly from San Cristobal de las Casas to Misol-Ha, Agua Azul, and Palenque all in one tour. This is a small-group tour, so you might make a few new friends as you explore the archaeological site of Palenque, and then two impressive waterfalls. Bring a bathing suit in case you want to take a dip in the pools at the base of the falls.

Check out at 4:00 am from the hotel. We will visit the stunning Waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Há, with its turquoise waters and falls of 20m and 50m. We will explore the Archaeological Zone of Palenque, birthplace of the Mayan culture, on a 2.5 hour tour. Return to San Cristobal at 10:30 pm.

Because they know the most important natural attractions of Chiapas and can know well the archaeological area of Palenque, Agua Azul and Misol Ha. Does not include Guide

This tour starts 9:15 am. Immerse yourself in a unique experience and discover the culture and history of the indigenous peoples of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán! This tour starts from the cafeteria "Al Grano Café" in San Cristobal then you will head to San Juan Chamula, where you will discover the beauty of the typical costume made with sheep wool being a true work of art; you will visit its main temple dedicated to San Juan Bautista, a place considered mystical and sacred by the inhabitants. Later you will meet Zinacantán, there the women wear typical costumes with diversity of hand-woven flowers. It is a show rich in culture and traditions of these indigenous peoples. In addition, you will visit the church of San Lorenzo Martir, and learn about the technique of the waist loom. At the end of the day you will return to San Cristobal. - Please consider having breakfast and lunch at San Cristobal de Las Casas (Food not included)

Visit Montebello Lakes National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and the 360-foot (120-meter) Chiflon Waterfall on this tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Learn about the flora, fauna, and geology of the park and the reasons for the various lakes' unusual colors from your accompanying guide. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Explore Sumidero Canyon by land and water, and visit the Spanish colonial town of Chiapa de Corzo on a full-day tour from San Cristobal de las Casas. Start with a 2-hour boat cruise through Sumidero Canyon where you can see towering waterfalls, sheer canyon walls, and wildlife. Next, head to Chiapa de Corzo for lunch and a look at the charming town's architecture and crafts markets. Finally, take a driving tour towards Tuxtla Gutiérrez to visit viewpoints overlooking Sumidero Canyon and the Grijalva River.

See the lakes and waterfalls of southern Chiapas on a full-day trip from San Cristobal to Lagos de Montebello and Cascada el Chiflon, then visit a traditional Tzeltal community that’s renowned for handicrafts. You’ll explore a landscape dotted with interconnected lakes, then walk past a series of cascades to a 394-foot (120-meter) waterfall surrounded by lush vegetation. In Amatenango del Valle, see traditional garb of embroidered huipiles, and shop for Tzeltal pottery adorned with intricate motifs.

This experience will bring you closer to the most important topics of THE HIGHLANDS OF CHIAPAS: mysticism, religion and customs of the indigenous people in SAN JUAN CHAMULA, the most visited town from San Cristobal and the beautiful textiles and wool pieces of the Highlands of Chiapas area, amazing textiles are common in the shops and markets of San Cristobal but few visitors come to this town located within a picturesque landscape in the mountains. During this tour you will get to know a little of the history and social context, approaching LIVING CULTURE in an interactive and respectful way. Our hallmark is interaction with local communities, as well as direct support for artisans.