Top Chiapas Day Trips

On this half day tour, you’ll visit the Mayan-Tzotziles indigenous communities and visit the church of St. Juan Bautista in San Juan Chamula, and then visit the indiginous community of Zincantan. Learn about pre-Hispanic rituals in the communities, and also check out the beautiful weaving and multi-colored embroidery. You'll also try handmade tortillas and drink.

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.

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.

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.

Visit the ruins of Yaxchilan and Bonampak on this small-group full-day tour from Palenque. Start early and have breakfast en route to the Yaxchilan Archaeological Site, which is located deep in the Lacandon Jungle, and can only be reached by boat on the Usumacinta River. Upon arrival, your guide shows you around the extensive Mayan ruins. Then stop for lunch before continuing to Bonampak, a smaller site with vibrant Mayan murals that date to 800 AD. Your tour includes guide, air-conditioned minivan, breakfast and lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

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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.

From San Cristóbal de Las Casas we will not lead to the visit of 2 viewpoints from the top and then we will venture to the Osumacinta jetty where we will board a boat to sail over the waters of the impressive Grijalva River, which will lead us to know the incredible geological fault, do not miss an instant and admire the flora and fauna endemic to Chiapas, spider monkeys, crocodiles and a great variety of birds, feel the wind on your face. After such a fascinating experience we will move and make a tour of the beautiful Magical village of Chiapa de Corzo, famous for its Pillar or Fountain of Múdejar architectural style, unique in the entire state of Chiapas. At the end you will stay in San Cristobal de Las Casas, a magical town full of culture, history and tradition, a dream city that will be the initial departure of many more adventures. Note: On Tuesday there is no access to the viewpoints, only the Lancha ride.

Reception at 07:00 am to start the tour of the El Chiflón Waterfalls where we will reach a 180 meters high waterfall, known as “Velo de Novia” transfer and tour to know the multicolored Lakes of Montebello, crystal clear bodies of water surrounded by pine forest and oaks. Return to Tuxtla Gutierrez. This tour operates with at least 2 people. Confirm your pick up 24 hours in advance to our office numbers

Enjoy this full day small group guided tour, where you’ll be collected from Tuxtla, then taken on a tour of the indigenous villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan. You’ll see several churches and learn about the culture of the area and the Mayan heritage of the people. You’ll also get to sample a traditional lunch of beans, tortillas, local drink, and coffee.

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

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.

Designed to delight lovers of the outdoors, this 8-hour day-trip showcases the unique natural landscapes of Sumidero Canyon National Park. Departing from Tuxtla Gutiérrez, you’ll look out for crocodiles, caves, and monkeys during a 2-hour boat ride and take a tour of Chiapa de Corzo, a designated Pueblo Mágico. Absorb stunning views from lookout points such as La Ceiba, La Coyota, and Roblar, and enjoy a Mexican buffet lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

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.

Because you visit nature, its appreciable waterfalls in the case of Agua Azul and travel to the pre-Hispanic past of Mexico.

Visit one of Mexico's most enchanting Maya sites on a full-day tour from Tuxtla Gutierrez to Palenque, then continue to two gorgeous waterfalls in the Chiapas highlands, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul. You'll see mountain scenery, ancient pyramids, and turquoise pools, with 2.5 hours to explore Palenque alongside a local guide. Learn the stories behind the stones as you tour the UNESCO-listed archeological site, whose elegant architecture has a dramatic backdrop of steep jungle.

Get to know the most important attractions such as the Chiflón and the Bridal Veil; as well as the o Los Lagos de Montebello.

Combine some of the most popular Chiapas highlights—Montebello Lakes National Park and the El Chiflon Waterfalls—on this full-day tour from Tuxtla Gutiérrez. Take in the multicolored lakes while learning about the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve's flora and fauna from your guide and get spectacular photo ops of one of Mexico's highest waterfalls. Round-trip transportation from Tuxtla Gutiérrez included.

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)

Departure at 03:00 am or 04:00 am (breakfast stop in Ocosingo) visit to the Waterfalls of Agua Azul, tour and food on site (not included). We continue the route to the Misol-Ha waterfall, beautiful waterfall with a height of almost 40 meters. Tour of the Archaeological Zone of Palenque, impressive Mayan city, witness to one of the most important archaeological finds such as the Temple of the Inscriptions, as well as other important buildings: The Palace, Temple of the Sun, the Cross and the Foliated Cross. Return to Tuxtla Gutierrez or San Cristobal de las Casas. This tour operates with at least 2 people.

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.