Day Trips & Excursions in Cancun

Uncover the mysteries of the ancient Mayans during a full-day tour of Uxmal from Merida. Discover the significant archeological site in both illuminating daylight and atmospheric darkness as you witness a spectacular light and sound show. Gain insight into ancient Mayan civilizations as you follow your knowledgeable guide to the majestic Pyramid of the Magician and Governor's Palace. Then, as darkness blankets the site, prepare yourself for one of the world's most acclaimed and astounding light and sound shows. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, which limits numbers to 25 people.

Explore the ancient ruins of Coba, including early morning access with an archeologist guide. Take this Viator exclusive tour, which can't be booked anywhere else, to discover one of Mexico's most spectacular ruins during this all-day excursion. Enjoy lunch and round-trip transportation from Cancun hotels. Climb Nohoch Mul, the tallest pyramid on the Yucatán Peninsula while learning about one of the largest settlements during the Classic period from your knowledgable guide. Swim in the refreshing waters at Aktun Chen cenote to cool off.

Enjoy both history and adventure on this 2-day combo tour in the Playa del Carmen area. First, visit the archaeological site of Tulum to see Maya ruins on the Caribbean Sea. Then visit Xplor Park the following day to experience ziplines, caves, amphibious vehicles, and other outdoor activities. Hotel pickup and drop-off and lunch are included on both days.

Uncover the mysteries of ancient Mayan culture on a fascinating full-day sightseeing tour of Chichen Itza from Riviera Maya. Discover one of the world's most prominent archeological sites as you explore Chichen Itza's awe-inspiring pyramids and sacred temples alongside a knowledgeable guide. Peruse stalls selling artisan souvenirs during your relaxed free time in the ancient park. Enjoy refreshing drinks, light snacks and a delicious lunch throughout your exciting excursion.

Explore Tulum's ancient ruins and take an eco-adventure tour at Tankah Park on this full-day excursion from Cancun. Tour the ruins at Tulum and learn about Mayan civilization from a guide, then travel to Tankah Park for a jungle adventure. Kayak through Tankah Cenote, ride a zipline, and explore the vibrant jungle. Enjoy a Mexican buffet lunch and round-trip transportation from Cancun.

Combine history with adventure with an early-access Tulum and Xplor Adventure Park combo, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun. On the first day, you'll beat the crowds by entering the Tulum archeological site before the general public and explore with an archaeologist guide. Then, the following day, you'll experience the exhilarating attractions of Xplor Adventure Park, which include ziplines and an underground river.

Discover the mystical allure of two of the Yucatan's most significant archeological sites on a full-day tour to Kabah and Uxmal from Merida. Learn about ancient architectural styles and Mayan mysteries as you explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites with a knowledgeable guide. Discover legendary buildings like the Pyramid of the Magician, the Governer;s Palace and the Arch of Kabah before enjoying a traditional Mexican lunch at the luxurious Hacienda Uxmal Hotel. Personalized attention from your guide is guaranteed on this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 25 people.

Explore Xel-Ha's natural aquatic park and the Coba ruins on this full-day trip from Cancun.  Ride a bicycle around Coba's archaeological site, then climb Nohoch Mul, the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan, for amazing views of the surrounding area. Eat lunch at Xel-Ha and continue your adventure by kayaking, ziplining and trekking around this spectacular eco-park. This small-group tour of less than 20 people ensures that you receive personalized attention from your guide.Pickup and drop-off at Cancun hotels is included.

Visit an ancient Maya city and an underground cave system on a full-day, combination tour to Tulum and Rio Secreto Nature Reserve that includes all entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun. This tour starts early from Cancun, so you can see Tulum without the crowds, and before the heat of the day.

Uncover the Mayan mysteries of Coba's atmospheric ruins on an exhilarating full-day excursion from Cancun and Riviera Maya. Ascend to the summit of the ancient city's tallest pyramid and absorb panoramic vistas of the Yucatan peninsula. Enrich your knowledge of Mayan civilization with an accomplished guide and see archeological attractions with ancient origins. Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel and a fulfilling lunch is included on this tour.

Pack in three important archeological sites of the Yucatán Peninsula on this private day trip from Tulum. See the Muyil ruins of Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Then get a personalized tour of ancient Tulum on the Caribbean coast and climb Nohoch Muul at Coba. This full-day itinerary with a professional guide includes a buffet lunch and round-trip hotel transport.

The Tulum Ruins are among the most visited Mayan sites on the Yucatan Peninsula, but they have the crowds to match. This early-access combo tour ensures you get there before the tour groups and combines it with a swim in a natural cenote and a visit to Playa del Carmen. Tour includes lunch, hotel pickup, and entrance fees.

Come join us in this once in a lifetime experience and live the most incredible adventure swimming beside this ocean's gentle giants, your encounter will be supervised by our very experienced guides not to mention you'll be wearing our snorkeling gear certified by National Geographic Snorkeler. We start the adventure picking you up from any hotel in Cancun, Riviera Maya or Playa del Carmen to take you to our new private marina in Punta Sam in Cancun. After a light breakfast we board and head to the Whale Shark protected area where, after finding them, we will start the dives, 2 to 3 per person, always in couples and with our certified guide. After the dives it is not over, before we head back to our marina we will visit beautiful Playa Norte beach in Isla Mujeres where you will have an hour to relax and enjoy the best ceviche prepared by our crew! Then we go back to our marina in Cancun where our a/c vans will take you back to your hotel or condo.

Take a private tour of the restored archaeological ruins at Tulum, followed by snorkeling on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. This personalized day trip from Cancun lets you explore one of the most iconic Maya sites of the Yucatán Peninsula, led by your own private guide. Finish with a buffet lunch of regional dishes at a typical ranch situated in the heart of the rainforest.

Explore the Yucatan jungle's flooded sinkholes, or cenotes, during this 10-hour guided eco-adventure. Paddle through the underground caverns on kayaks, snorkel in the subterranean aquatic habitats and float on the azure water on inner tubes. Listen as your guide recounts Mayan folktales about mythical guardians that protect these sacred water sources. This small-group tour, limited to 19 people, includes snacks, a gourmet picnic lunch and round-trip hotel transportation. 

Experience two popular Yucatan Peninsula sites back-to-back on this 2-day combo tour from Playa del Carmen. On the first day, enjoy early access to Tulum, a former Maya fort perched on a bluff overlooking the Caribbean, with an archaeologist-guide who takes you to places in the ruins most visitors do not get to see. On day two, discover Xplor Adventure, an outdoor park boasting two zipline circuits and other extreme thrills. Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off, a lunch buffet, and an open bar are included, making this tour hassle-free.