Day Trips & Excursions in Cancun

Take off from Cancun to see the Mayan ruins in Tulum, and spend time on Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen on this 10-hour tour, including round-trip transport. First, learn about the history of the ruins from your guide before exploring them on your own. Then, wander down the area in Playa del Carmen full of shops, boutiques, restaurants, and cafes, or just head down to the beach.

Beat the crowds and spend more time sightseeing on a 9-hour tour of Tulum and Xel-Ha aquatic park from Cancun, which includes early access to the Mayan ruins of Tulum. Alongside a certified archaeologist guide, you'll tour the Tulum archeological site and take crowd-free photos of the ancient structures. Then, you'll spend the rest of the day enjoying aquatic and land-based activities at Xel-Ha, a high-octane adventure park. Lunch with an open bar, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun are included.

Escape the crowds and explore the mystifying Mayan city of Tulum in relative solitude on thisExclusive full-day tour. Venture to one of Mexico's most famous Mayan sights in early-morning tranquility and visit areas rarely explored on traditional tours. Admire the rugged coastal setting of Tulum's ruins while discovering the illustrious history of Mayan civilization from your qualified archeologist guide.

Enjoy a lot of bang for your buck with this 9-hour combo tour from Cancun to Tulum and Playa del Carmen's ritzy 5th Avenue. The tour is timed to begin in the afternoon, allowing you to avoid the throngs of people who visit these sites in the morning. Discover Tulum, the Maya archaeological site located on a cliff, with a certified guide and without the crowds, before exploring popular attractions and shops in Playa del Carmen at sunset, including the Tequila Museum. Hotel transport, entrance fees, and tequila tasting included.

Combine culture, history and nature on an exciting full-day excursion to the atmospheric walled city of Tulum and the beautiful Xel-Ha aquatic theme park. Depart from Playa del Carmen and enjoy a captivating combination of historical exploration and energetic fun; explore the Mayan ruins of Tulum with an expert guide before snorkeling among troves of tropical fish at Xel-Ha. Feast upon a delicious buffet lunch then relax upon the soft sands of the beach to observe iguanas and colorful birds. Food, beverages and round-trip hotel transportation are all included on this tour.

Enjoy two treasures of the Caribbean coastline: Tulum and Xel-Ha Park. After a guided tour of the archaeological site of Tulum, an ancient Maya city situated on a cliff by the sea, you'll visit the natural aquarium of Xel-Ha. Make use of provided inner tubes, snorkeling gear, lounge chairs and hammocks, plus lunch buffets and unlimited drinks available from the domestic open bar.

Immerse yourself in culture, nature and the Caribbean Sea on this 13-hour combo tour from Cancun. Start in Tulum, well-preserved Maya ruins located on top of one of the few cliffs in the Yucatan Peninsula. Move on to Coba, an ancient Maya city shrouded in jungle. From the apex of a 138-foot-tall pyramid at Coba, admire panoramic views. Snorkel along two reefs off of Tulum beach before wrapping up the day in Playa Paraíso. Breakfast and hotel transport are included on this small-group tour limited to 15 people.

Escape for the day to Xcaret, Mexico's ecological and archeology park located in Riviera Maya. On this full-day trip from Cancun to Xcaret, swim in a lagoon, snorkel in the clear aqua waters of the Caribbean and discover a network of subterranean rivers. Watch for monkeys, bird life and butterflies as you stroll through the jungle at Xcaret and take tours of the ancient Mayan archaeological sites. After the sun sets, enjoy folkloric entertainment that highlights the ancient Mayan culture around Cancun, Mexico. This Xcaret outing includes pickup and drop-off at most hotels in Cancun.

Explore the ancient Mayan city of Tulum on this half-day tour from Cancun. Upgrade your excursion to include a swim in a hidden underground river and lunch at a beachfront restaurant. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun via an air-conditioned van on excursion with a small group of only 12 people, ensuring personal attention from your guide.

Combine ancient history with adventure on a 9-hour tour of the Tulum archaeological site and an underground cenote. Departing from Cancun, you'll take a guided tour of Tulum Mayan ruins, enhanced by a backdrop of the Caribbean Sea, and learn about the history of the Mayan empire. Then, head to Aktun Chen Park to swim and snorkel in subterranean cenotes and limestone caves. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Combine a visit to the Tulum ruins with a snorkeling session along Mexico's Caribbean coast, on this 3-hour trip from Cancun or Playa del Carmen. Entrance fees, use of snorkeling equipment, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Discover the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum with an archaeologist on this full-day tour and enter the site early, before the crowds. Explore the ruins, set upon a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, on thisExclusive available nowhere else. Visit all parts of the Tulum ruins and stop at the nearby beach for an opportunity to swim. Pickup and drop-off at Riviera Maya and Cancun hotels is included.

Combine ancient Maya temples with time to explore the jungle and coast on a full-day adventure tour from Cancun. Visit the Tulum Archeological Site, drive an ATV along forest trails, then discover a cenote and swim in an underground river. See the marine life that thrives along the Caribbean coast, and eat a hearty Mexican lunch before returning to Cancun. This 7-hour adventure tour includes entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transport from your hotel in Cancun.

Immerse yourself in the mysterious wonder of the Tulum ruins on an enriching full-day excursion from the Riviera Maya. Explore the abandoned and atmospheric walled city with a knowledgeable guide to discover intriguing facts about the Mayan civilization that resided there. Admire the dramatic beachside location of the ruins before visiting the natural aquarium of Xel-Ha; snorkel among troves of tropic fish or recline on the soft sands of the beach during your relaxed free time in the picturesque and protected park. Convenient hotel transportation, entrance fees, lunch and light snacks are all included.

Go back in time with a 10-hour visit to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum. Admire views of the Caribbean Sea and take advantage of the option to stop at Tankah Beach. Visit the Gran Cenote, an underground freshwater swimming hole, and learn about Mayan history with a guided visit of the Tulum ruins. Entrance fees, snacks and refreshments, and round-trip transportation from Cancun hotels are included.

Be your own guide while exploring Uxmal at your own pace. ThisExclusive includes luxury transport by Mercedes Benz van, plus access to the visitors welcome suite and facilities at The Lodge at Uxmal  - just steps away from the archaeological ruins. (Entrance fee to the UNESCO World Heritage site is not included.)

Uncover the ancient mysteries of Uxmal and Kabah, legendary archeological sites in the Yucatan Peninsula, on a tour from Merida. With a professional guide, delve into the rich legacy left by Mayan civilization as you visit the Temple of the Magician, the Governer's Palace and the temple dedicated to Chaac, god of water. Gain valuable insight from your expert guide and relish the early morning tranquility of sites free of tourist crowds. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your Merida hotel and revitalize with a complimentary lunch midway through the day.

Unravel the Mayan mysteries of Tulum and explore the aquatic wonders of Xel-Ha Park on an enriching and exciting full-day excursion. Discover the sacred structures of the abandoned walled city of Tulum with an experienced guide, marveling at the dramatic coastal scenery that surrounds the ruins. Then, plunge into the refreshing lagoons of Xel-Ha to experience magnificent marine life and blissful beaches. Snorkel, swim or simply sink into the soft sands of the beach during your unique adventure.

A fortress on top of a bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea - visit Tulum in Playa del Carmen on this wallet-friendly half-day trip from Cancun. Learn the history behind the ancient Maya temple ruins during a guided tour, and then stroll the grounds and soak up the dramatic views of the sparkling turquoise waters below. Bonus: air-conditioned hotel transport is included on this early morning tour.

Explore some of the Maya world's most dramatic ruins with a private, 90-minute guided tour of the Tulum archeological site. Learn about the lives, battles and beliefs of the people who built this exquisite seaside city, and capture unforgettable images of limestone pyramids with the backdrop of an endless turquoise shoreline. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour to explore the site at your own pace, with plenty of time to see the places that interest you most.