Day Trips & Excursions in Cancun

Join your own personal photographer for a day at Chichen Itza, and learn to take amazing pictures at one of the Yucatán Peninsula's most famous archaeological sites. Explore the ancient Maya city during this full-day private tour, departing early from Cancun or the Riviera Maya to capture the best light and beat the crowds. You have the option of photography instruction or letting your professional guide photograph El Castillo, Temple of the Jaguars, the ball court and more. Buffet lunch included!

Spend the day roaming the archaeological site of Tulum. A certified guide explains the elements of  El Castillo and the Temple of the Frescoes, among other preserved ruins of the ancient city nestled on a bluff above the Caribbean Sea. Afterward, swim in a cenote just steps from the beach. Bottled water, a cold towel, and snack are all included along with hotel pickup and drop-off in Playa del Carmen.

Combine two popular tours from Cancun over two consecutive days: the ancient ruins of Chich en Itzá plus an entertaining pirate show. Tour the archaeological site with an informative guide and see the Kukulkan Pyramid and more at what is coined one of the New7Wonders of the World. Include a cenote swim and buffet lunch. Your boat ride aboard a pirate ship is complete with dinner and beverages. You choose the order in which to take each tour!

During the spring equinox, shadows create a magnificent display on the Kukulkan Pyramid, the architectural crown of Chichen Itza. Enhance your experience of one of the New7Wonders of the World on this 12-hour tour from Cancun, which includes lunch and a cenote swim. Witness the ingenuity of the Mayan empire as you watch serpents carved into the Kukulkan Pyramid come to life, and visit Chichen Itza highlights including the Ball Court and the Cenote Sagrado. Hotel pickup and drop-off at your Cancun hotel are included.

Discover Yucatan's often-overlooked natural attractions on a day tour to Rio Lagartos, Las Coloradas, and Ek'Balam from Cancun. Along the way, visit a crocodile sanctuary, capture unique snaps by a pink lagoon, and cool off in the refreshing waters of a cenote. Avoid hidden costs with round-trip transfer, a boat ride, and lunch included in the price.

Perfect for nature lovers, this laid-back tour takes you through the lush Sian Ka'an Biosphere via foot and boat. Float on a natural lazy river bordered my mangroves, take a boat ride through the biosphere, and visit the Mayan ruins of Muyil, an isolated temple situated on a flooded savannah. See a variety of flora and fauna up close and enjoy stunning views of the local jungle and lagoons, then watch the sun set over the water before returning to Tulum.

Visit the ancient Maya city of Tulum early in the day and beat the crowds. Depart from Cancun for the drive to Tulum, where you'll tour the grounds with an experienced archaeologist who will fill you in on local Mayan history. Meander along the city's fortified wall, wander among temples and see the impressive el castillo. Then embark on one of two outings: explore underground caves where Mayan ceremonies were held in Xcaret or bicycle among tropical birds and go tubing in Xel-Há. Snorkel with colorful fish in both locales.

Visit an ancient Maya city and a coastal bird sanctuary on a full-day, private tour with transport from hotels in Cancun, Tulum, or the Rivera Maya that includes all entrance fees. Travel with a photographer guide for professional images of the trip, as you explore El Balam, spot flocks of flamingos, and tour the Rio Lagartos mangroves by boat.

Gaining an overview of the region's water-sports opportunities and historic culture can be tricky for visitors on limited time. Tick off 2 top experiences on a combined day tour, beginning your day with exploration of Tulum's Maya ruins with a guide, then transferring to Xel-Ha Park for an afternoon of aquatic activities. Avoid hidden costs with round-trip transfer, buffet lunch, and entrance fees included as per itinerary.

Discover the wildlife and natural wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula on this full-day tour from Playa del Carmen. Admire the stunning pink-colored lagoons of Las Coloradas, visit the Crododile Sanctuary, and cool off with a swim in the Ek Balam cenote. Finally, cruise through the mangroves of the Rio Lagartos and look out for birds such as flamingos, cormorants, ospreys, and pelicans.

See the ancient Maya city of Ek Balam, a migratory bird sanctuary, and a tequila factory on a full-day, private tour from Cancun that goes off the beaten track to explore the Yucatan's history, wildlife, and culture. This 12-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cancun, entrance fees, and a boat trip through the Gulf Coast mangroves.

Explore the natural treasures of the Yucatan Peninsula - including a UNESCO-listed Biosphere Reserve - during this comprehensive day trip from Cancun. Bird lovers will delight in the birdlife to be seen on a boat ride around the wetlands of Rio Lagartos. Marvel at the vivid pink hues of Las Coloradas and take a swim in the cenote at Ek Balam. Lunch and beverages are served.

Combine three incredible attractions from Cancun - Chichen Itza, snorkeling at Isla Mujeres and a pirate show - taken in any order across three consecutive days. You'll see the Kukulkan Pyramid on a guided tour of the archaeological site; take boat ride aboard a pirate ship for an entertaining dinner; and swim in the clear waters of the Caribbean while snorkeling at either the Manchones or El Farito reef.

Discover the remote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an on a full-day trip from Tulum. Your guide points out the protected area's immense biodiversity, including coastal and mangrove habitat teeming with marine life. Search for elusive manatees at Boca Paila Lagoon, snorkel on the Mesoamerican reef (weather-permitting) and find nesting birds at Ascension Bay. Boat ride with lunch and free time in Punta Allen is included.

Explore Chichen Itza in style with a private guide and transportation in a deluxe SUV. During this outing from Cancun, travel to these ancient Mayan ruins, one of the New7Wonders of the World. Walk through the ruins with your guide, listening to commentary about ancient Mayan traditions and culture. Spend some free time exploring on your own and taking photos of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Appreciate the personalized attention and flexible itinerary on this private tour. Stop at Cenote Ik Kil for a refreshing dip, then enjoy a buffet lunch before heading back to Cancun.

Coba and Tulum are two of the most popular attractions in the Yucatan Peninsula. Instead of experiencing them in large tour groups, book this private full-day tour to discover these archaeological Maya sites at your own pace, in the company of just your family and friends. Bonus: your guide also acts as your photographer, who will capture the best moments of your trip. Enjoy chauffeur-style transport from your hotel in Cancun, Riviera Maya, or Tulum. Lunch and drinks included.

Explore the natural beauty and archaeological ruins of the Sian Ka'an bio reserve, a UNESCO site, on this 5-hour tour from Playa del Carmen. An art historian-guide shows you the former Maya sites of Muyil and Xtlapak, and explains their cultural significance. Hike uphill through a rain forest and enjoy lookout panoramas, see corn tortillas being made in a Maya house and take a boat ride along Muyil and Chunyaxche lagoons. Hotel transport by air-conditioned van included.

Discover two ancient Maya cities - Coba and Tulum - on this private, full-day tour from Cancun. In Coba, a ruined city in the jungle that remains mostly unexcavated, climb Nohoch Mul, the tallest pyramid on the Yucatan Peninsula. Emerge from the jungle and marvel at the sparkling Caribbean from Tulum, perched on a bluff. Learn about the archaeological sites and their roles in Maya history, and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. Leave the large tour groups and enjoy personalized attention and chauffeur service from a private guide.

Explore two of Maya Mexico's most fascinating ancient sites on a full-day tour to Tulum and Coba from Cancun with lunch at a local restaurant. See limestone fortifications and temples with a backdrop of perfect Caribbean beaches, then discover a partially-excavated city where pyramids emerge from thick jungle and vines. This combination tour offers the perfect perspective on Maya cities, life and culture by combining two dramatically different sites in a single day.

Discover the wonders of the Yucatan on a private tour from the Playa del Carmen or Tulum. Travel with your private driver to Tulum where you have three hours to take in the magnificent seaside temple site. Continue to "Kaan Luum" lagoon to swim in the clear waters and get great photo ops. Top off your tour with a visit to Xcanan Beach, considered one of the finest stretches of sand in the Mexican Caribbean. Your tour includes the use of snorkeling gear, and hotel pickup and drop-off.