Top Mexico Archaeology Tours

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.

Combine a interesting visit to the Mayan ruins of Chacchoben with a delicious and relaxing lunch at the beach during your time in Costa Maya by prebooking this experience. First, your guide picks you up and takes you in a climate-controlled vehicle to the ruins, and then after exploring, head to the beach for lunch. You can choose from fajitas, burritos, and other options for lunch, as well as choose an alcoholic beverage, too.

Maximize your time in Rivera Maya with this excursion to three Yucatan Peninsula attractions— with all transportation and logistics taken care of for your convenience. Following hotel pick-up from Playa del Carmen, you’ll visit Chichen Itza, one of the most important Mayan archaeological sites. You’ll also swim in a cenote (sacred cave) and stroll around the charming town of Valladolid.

Take a break from the busy beaches and bars of Cancun and get a different perspective on the Yucatan region on this full-day tour. Discover the Mayan city of Chichen Itza, the colonial architecture of Valladolid, and cool off with a dip in a cenote, or underground pool. Cap it all off with a buffet lunch complete with an open bar.

Explore the ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá on an all-day tour from Cancun and Mayan Riviera. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel to this important pre-Columbian ceremonial center to learn about its temples, observatory, pyramid, and ball court from an informative guide. Cool off in the holy waters of cenote before grabbing lunch at its namesake restaurant (included in the tour price).

Book this private tour to Teotihuacan so you can leave early, avoid the big crowds, all in a half day. You won’t need to deal with a large tour group or shared transportation. Instead, your guide and driver will collect you from your accommodation, and then take you on your private tour to Teotihuacan and explain its historical importance.

Experience Teotihuacan without the hassle of coordinating transportation, managing schedules, or navigating one of Mexico’s largest archaeological sites on your own. This immersive tour focuses on the ancient city itself, giving you time to explore landmarks such as the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and the Avenue of the Dead without unnecessary detours. With logistics handled for you, you can focus on the history, architecture, and scale of the City of the Gods at a comfortable pace.

Experience the greatness of Teotihuacan with Rehi Experiences on a direct tour, without unnecessary stops or pressure to shop. Enjoy more time exploring the pyramids with an expert guide who will explain the essentials clearly and dynamically. Comfortable transportation, efficient logistics and total focus on the experience. Ideal for those looking to make the most of their visit without distractions.

Combine two top attractions while on shore at Costa Maya. Get picked up at the cruise port and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the historic Mayan ruins at Cacchoben, which date to 200BC. Afterwards, head to Bacalar Lagoon, also know as the Seven Colors Lagoon, with stops at Cenote Emeralda, Black Cenote and the infamous Pirates Channel. Also included are lunch, snacks, water and alcoholic beverages.

Teotihuacan shouldn’t be missed when visiting Mexico City, but it can be hard to make sense of the site’s vast complex of pyramids, temples, and plazas without a guide to fill you in on its history. Enrich your visit with detailed explanations on this private half-day tour, with the option to add on a hearty breakfast in a cave restaurant when booking the morning departure.

Combine a visit to Rio Secreto with a tour of the Tulum Archaeological site on this small-group experience. Learn about ancient Mayan culture as you explore the ruins with a professional guide before continuing to the Rio Secreto natural reserve, where you'll walk and swim through a beautiful underground river. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Experience Chichén Itzá and the Yucatán’s cultural highlights without the crowds, logistical planning, or midday heat that can affect independent visits. An early start allows for a quieter exploration of the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and better opportunities for photos. Afterward, unwind at a private family-owned cenote, enjoy homemade Yucatecan cuisine, and stroll the historic streets of Izamal, with all transportation and planning handled for you.

On this private door-to-door tour, you can avoid the large tour groups and get to know the historic sites just outside Mexico City in the company of just your family and friends. Your personal guide takes you to Tlatelolco, an excavated Aztec zone, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a popular Catholic pilgrimage site, before you explore the grandiose pyramids and majestic avenues of mysterious Teotihuacan. Upgrade to include lunch.

This attraction-packed tour from Mexico City cover three of the region's most significant historical attractions in just one day: Tlatelolco (home to the main market of the Aztec empire), the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (a major Catholic pilgrimage site), and Teotihuacan (known as the City of Gods). Round-trip transit and admission tickets are included, plus a tequila tasting and optional buffet lunch.

Make your visit to Merida your own on a private walking tour. Whatever your interests, your guide will create a custom itinerary. Possible themes include history, art, shopping, and cuisine. You also get personalized suggestions from your guide on things to see, eat, and do in Merida. This tour is perfect for families and friends groups, as you pay a single fee for up to 15 people.

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.

Discover the highlights of Oaxaca on a full-day sightseeing tour. Visit the Monte Albán archaeological complex, founded around 500 B.C., make three more stops, at local houses and craft workshops to see the process of: handmade black mud figurines and pieces; textiles and crafts woven by women on looms tied to their waists; finally, woodcut and painted pieces known as alebrijes. Learn about the rich history and culture of Oaxaca from your guide as you explore.

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.

Maximize your time in magnificent Mexico on a full-day trip to Puebla, Tonantzintla, and Cholula from Mexico City. With the help of your guide, discover the rich cultural heritage of each city, and marvel at Puebla’s beautiful historical center. Sample each town's enticing range of culinary delights (own expense) and browse a traditional craft market for special souvenirs. Plus, leave all of the planning to someone else.

No visit to the Yucatan is complete without checking off Chichen Itza, but the site’s World Wonder and UNESCO status means it can attract enormous crowds. This day trip from Merida takes you to the archeological site last, after visiting the magical town of Izamal and a cenote, so that you can explore in a softer light with far fewer people around.

Experience some of Mexico City’s important landmarks on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, see the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon at the legendary Teotihuacan, stop by Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, the country’s largest shrine to the beloved Lady of Guadalupe, and explore the pre-Columbian trading center of Tlateloco.

Visit Teotihuacan in the early morning for a memorable view of the landmark site on a full-day tour from Mexico City. Afterward, stop at an artisan market, then have time to purchase lunch and refreshments before returning to Mexico City. Your tour includes entrance fees, air-conditioned transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Also known as the City of Gods, Teotihuacan was once one of the western hemisphere’s greatest cities. Delve deeper into the UNESCO World Heritage Site than you would alone with a guide who gives insight into the majestic plazas and murals on this half-day trip from Mexico City. Best of all, this early-morning tour lets you beat the crowds.

Embark on a profound cultural and historical journey starting at the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, where you'll explore the church of Santiago de Tlatelolco and the ruins of a pre-Hispanic city. Continue to the Guadalupe Basilica, climb Tepeyac Hill, and witness the religious and cultural significance of the area. The tour concludes with a visit to Teotihuacan’s awe-inspiring pyramids. Enjoy a three-course lunch and shop for local crafts along the way.