Archaeology Tours

Journey back in time on this popular tour that combines Mayan ruins with the stunning Playa del Carman sunset. Follow your expert guide through Tulum's archeological sites, then stroll along scenic 5th Avenue, where you'll be greeted by the incredible Caribbean sunset. Visit the Tequila Museum and sample some of this strong spirit that's produced locally, and wander the surrounding shops at your leisure. This tour includes transportation, professional guides, entrance fees and water. Upgrade your tour and add a visit to the Playa Aquarium or 3D Museum of Wonders.

Ideal for both lovers of adventure and culture, this 8-hour tour of the Coba archaeological site is both enriching and flexible. Alongside your expert guide, you'll explore the ancient archaeological site of Coba on a bicycle to cover more ground in less time. Then, opt to either make pottery and create culinary classics in a Mayan village, or increase your adrenaline levels with a zipline ride and cenote swim. Dinner and hotel pickup and drop-off in Playa del Carmen are included "” upgrade for an indulgent lobster dinner and a Mayan show.

The atmospheric ruins of Xunantunich are some of the most-visited Mayan ruins in the world. During your stay in Belize, ensure you don't miss the ancient archeological site on this 6-hour tour of Xunantunich, including cave tubing. Ideal for adventurous travelers, this excursion allows you to explore the Mayan ruins, hike through exotic rainforest, and ride an inflated inner tube down rivers running through darkened caverns. Entrance fees and round-trip transport from your Belize City hotel are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Get a feel for Mexico City's architecture on a walking tour through the historic center and merced neighborhood. Exploring with a guide ensures you see unmarked points of interest often missed by visitors and skip the hassle of planning and navigating on your own. Notable stops on the itinerary include the National Palace, the smallest church in the city, and Diego Rivera murals.

Hidden in the Lacandona Jungle, the temple complex of Bonampak"”"painted walls" in the Mayan language"”is home to the exquisitely preserved Temple of Murals. With this tour, experts lead you to these partially restored, ancient Mayan frescoes. The tour also includes a visit to the Lacanja indigenous group in the Montes Azules Biosphere, and a dip in waterfall pools after a guided jungle hike.

This day tour of the trip to give you an extraordinary experience, accompanied by senior tour guide, visit one of the eight wonders of the world's-Terra Cotta Warriors. After a Qin Dynasty style Banquet, go to Da Ming Palace National Heritage Park, where you will be accepted by the curator, you will get close contact with important ceramic artifacts and personally explained by the curator, this experience will help you get a more in-depth understanding about Chinese culture

Visit the archaeological site of Tulum, departing in the afternoon from Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Follow a certified guide and Maya expert past the restored ruins located on a clifftop above the Caribbean Sea. You'll have free time to explore the former trading port after your 45-minute guided tour of the Maya city. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Step into the world of the ancient Maya on a half-day trip to Tulum archeological site, a fortified city with a backdrop of Caribbean-blue water and white sand beaches. Enjoy a combination of guided and independent time as you explore Tulum's temples, pyramids, and colorful frescoes. This 6-hour Tulum tour includes entrance fees and round-trip transport from hotels in the Riviera Maya.

Spend a day exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this all-inclusive day trip leaving from Cusco. Discover this renowned mountaintop Inca site with a guide, learning about its construction, history, and what daily life was like for its residents. The trip's relaxed, non-strenuous pace is a great option for first-time visitors, families and solo travelers alike, and features four different train ride options. The trip also includes round-trip hotel transport, transfer from Cusco to Machu Picchu (via train and bus) and the site entrance fee.

As one of the New7Wonders of the World, Chichen Itza is must-see during your time in Mexico. Visit the UNESCO-listed site, a subterranean cenote, and the colonial town of Valladolid in just one day on this full-day trip from Cancun. Avoid the stress of making your own way to Chichen Itza by travelling in an air-conditioned vehicle, then take a 3-hour guided tour of the landmark. Swim in a cenote, visit Valladolid, enjoy a buffet lunch, and receive round-trip transport from your Cancun hotel.

Explore the archeological site of Xunantunich on a private tour from Belize City, and discover the fascinating history of a Maya ceremonial center on the shores of the Mopan River. Climb to the top of El Castillo pyramid, take in views of the lush jungle, then stand between the walls of a traditional ball court. Spot howler monkeys and wild turkeys among the stones, and study the intricately carved stelae, freizes and glyphs that bring the ancient Maya civilization to vibrant life. 

Discover the archaeological ruins of Xihuacan, a recently excavated ceremonial center, on this 4-hour tour from Ixtapa or Zihuatanejo. Visit the zone's major landmarks and the on-site museum, and learn about the ceremonial center constructed out of bricks and modeling clay during the pre-Columbian era. Then relax at a peaceful lagoon, where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch. This small-group tour limited to 14 people includes hotel transport by luxury van.

Pair Maya ruins sightseeing with a cheese-tasting tour fit for foodies, and you have this memorable 13-hour tour from Villahermosa in Tabasco. Explore the UNESCO site of Palenque, an ancient Mayan city shrouded by jungle. Walk around the unique limestone ruins of Pomona, another Maya archaeological site. In the town of Tenosique, taste several cheeses at a farm, including the delicious and creamy "˜queso de poro' variety. Round-trip air-conditioned hotel transport included.

Explore Belize's ancient Mayan roots and captivating natural wonders on this combo tour from San Ignacio. First, channel your inner archaeologist with a guided visit to the hilltop ruins of Xunantunich, a once-mighty Mayan city. Later, hike through the jungle to reach the mouth of an underground cave network, where you'll float through mysterious, glittering caverns on an inner tube.

Rather than spending your layover at the airport, choose this private sightseeing tour. The personalized tour can be tailored to your needs, including visits to the main attractions in Xi'an such as the Terracotta Warriors Museum, ancient City Wall, and more. Your tour guide will greet you at Xianyang International Airport and drive you back to the airport or drop you off at your hotel at the end of the tour.

Delve into the inner workings of Rome's famed Colosseum on an exclusive skip-the-line access visit to this largest amphitheater ever built. Head into the Colosseum's lower dungeons"”typically off-limits"”and see where gladiators awaited their turn in front of the crowds. Imagine what must have been going through the minds of these prized fighters while your guide regales you with fascinating facts and stories. Then ascend to the building's Third Tier for a whole new Colosseum perspective. Afterward, spend time exploring the nearby Roman Forum, the ancient city's social and political hub.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of a Mayan monument on a full-day trip to the Tikal Ruins from Guatemala City. The towering temples of the Tikal Ruins reign solemnly over the dense rainforest: alongside your guide, you'll explore the archaeological site and observe exotic flora and fauna along the way. Learn about Tikal's historical significance from culture-rich commentary and admire prominent architectural features such as the iconic Temple I and the Central Acropolis. Lunch and round-trip transport from your Guatemala City hotel are included in the tour.

Make the most of your time in Mexico on this 10-hour trip to Tulum and Playa del Carmen. Ideal for families, this tour takes you to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum and to the Wayak Cenote to snorkel. Visit, too, the Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen to browse shops brimming with jewellery, designer clothes, and artisan jewellery. Lunch and round-trip transport from your Cancun hotel is included.

Experience two different sides of Lima's history during this 3-hour private guided tour to the Pre-Columbian site of Pachacamac and then the charming neighborhood of Barranco. Journey by private vehicle 19 miles (31 kilometers) south from Lima to visit Pachacamac, an archaeological site and one-time sacred center used by local residents for well over 1,000 years prior to the arrival of the Spanish. Then proceed to Barranco, a charming 19th century beach resort for Lima's aristocracy that today is home to many of the city's artists.

Step back in time to the powerful peak of the ancient Mayan civilization with this guided 3-hour tour of the Xunantunich ruins. Let your imagination run wild as you explore the temples, plazas, and royal palaces of the famed archaeological site by foot. From the top of the imposing El Castillo pyramid, take in panoramic views of the surrounding Belize River Valley and the ancient city below. Round-trip transport from your San Ignacio hotel is included.