Tours and Trips in Mexico

This 6-hour tour of Puerto Vallarta provides the perfect introduction to first-time visitors. Explore the malecón, or boardwalk, and see main attractions such as the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and city hall. Capture beautiful views of the Arch (Los Arcos), and enjoy a tequila tasting and traditional handicraft shopping along the way. You'll see the sights both on foot and by bus. Bonus: Round-trip hotel transport is included.

Set out from your Progreso port of call for an on shore excursion of Uxmal, an ancient Mayan ceremonial site about 50 miles south of Merida that is renowned for the Puuc architectural style of its ruins. Spend your day touring this UNESCO World Heritage Site, visiting such remarkable structures as the Pyramid of the Magician and the Governor's Palace and learning the history of this once-flourishing city from your knowledgable guide. Enjoy a box lunch on your return trip to port.

Enjoy exclusive access to Chichen Itza on this day shore excursion from Progreso port, just north of Merida. Skip the lines with immediate entry through Mayaland Resort, then join a knowledgable guide for an in-depth tour of this renowned UNESCO-listed archaeological park. Learn its history as an ancient Mayan capital while exploring such ruins as the Great Ball Court - Mesoamerica's largest - and the imposing Temple of the Jaguars. Afterward, spend an hour exploring on your own before returning to port via Mercedes minivan.

With this private 6-hour tour, avoid the large tour groups and get to know the sights of Mexico City in the company of just your family and friends. Your personalized guide takes you to Tlatelolco, an excavated Aztec zone. Visit the Shrine of Guadalupe, a popular Catholic pilgrimage site, and set your eyes on a cloak said to have imprinted on it an image of the Lady Virgin. Explore the archaeological ruins of Teotihuacan, and climb the Sun and Moon pyramids for arresting views. Transport and lunch are included.

The Mexican city of Puebla, a UNESCO World Heritage site, includes historic landmarks like the towers of the Puebla Cathedral and the gold-covered Rosary Chapel. This half-day tour visits these sites, plus the  antique shops of Callejon de los Sapos (Alley of the Frogs), Barrio del Artistas artists neighborhood, Mercado el Parian handicraft market, and the "Street of Candies," where you can buy sweets from the nuns of Puebla's convents.

Discover Puerto Escondido's finest shopping and waterfront scenery with a 5-hour tour of the city's markets and Zicatela Beach. Browse traditional black pottery, textiles and colorful alebrijes in El Adoquin handicraft market, and sample locally-made mezcal alongside Mexican coffee. Watch surfers carving through the break at Puerto Escondido's most legendary surf beach, where enormous waves attract experts from around the world. Explore vibrant displays of produce, herbs and local seafood at a traditional market, and get an insider's look at local culture in Puerto Escondido.

Discover architectural wonders on this guided day trip to Cholula and Puebla from Mexico City. Inside Cholula's archaeological zone, feast your eyes on Pirámide Tepanapa, or the Great Pyramid, the world's largest - even bigger in volume than Cheops in Egypt! Wind your way through the UNESCO-listed city of Puebla, home to gorgeous tiled buildings and Mexican Baroque churches, including the Church of Santo Domingo and Chapel of the Rosary. Bonus: Hotel transport and lunch are included.

Enjoy a sampling of the Yucatan's offerings on this private tour from Merida. An expert guide picks you up from your hotel and provides context and historical background for the things you will see throughout the day. Explore the archaeological site of Uxmal. Then, visit Hacienda Sotuta de Peon, a sprawling, elegant plantation-style resort with lush gardens and a cenote. Relax and enjoy the surroundings before heading back to the city.

Ride a traditional barge through Xochimilco canals, then visit Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera landmarks on a 6-hour, private tour of Aztec history and Mexico City art. This tour includes round-trip hotel transfer and admission to Xochimilco, the Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli, and Casa Azul, and features the mosaic murals at UNAM.

Feel your pulse race during an exhilarating half-day of extreme activities in the heart of the Sierra Madre Mountains from Puerto Vallarta. Venture deep into an atmospheric jungle park to soar down Mexico's longest zip line. Keep adrenaline levels high by rappelling down treetop platforms to suspended bridges, then ride in a powerful jeep and cascade down a rushing waterslide to the rainforest floor below. A safe and unforgettable experience is guaranteed on this family-friendly, small-group tour, where numbers are limited to 14 people.

Take a guided tour of Tulum's beaches and archaeological zone with a professional photographer. After a convenient hotel pickup, let a pro capture your visit to the spectacular Riviera Maya with memorable portraits featuring important ruins and the Caribbean's gorgeous turquoise waters. Then, receive a private online gallery of 40 edited photos within 72 hours after your session.

Maximize your time in magnificent Mexico on a full-day trip to Puebla and Choula from Mexico City. With a knowledgeable guide, discover the rich cultural heritage of each city, visiting Choula's breathtaking Church of Santa Maria de Tonantzintla and marvelling at Puebla's beautiful historical center. Sample Puebla's enticing range of culinary delights (own expense) and browse a traditional craft market for special souvenirs.

Get individualized attention and a flexible itinerary on this 12-hour private tour of Cuernavaca and Taxco from Mexico City. Round-trip transportation from your Mexico City hotel included.

Leave the beaches of Cancun and explore Tulum, an ancient Maya fort perched on a bluff, and the underground ecological park of Kantun-Chi on this full-day private tour. At Tulum, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, learn about the city's once-thriving commercial role in Maya history. Move on to discover a cavern network of stalactites and stalagmites at Kantun-Chi. Enjoy personalized attention and chauffeur service from a private guide.

Discover the underground river system of Rio Secreto Nature Reserve on the 'privilege route' with a personal guide. You're treated to an exclusive look at the extensive caverns and their dramatic limestone formations. This private tour is customized to your time frame, interests, and skill level. All equipment plus snacks, drinks, lunch, and round-trip hotel transport are provided from Cancun or the Riviera Maya.

Enjoy the perfect mix of city and countryside locations on this in-depth Puerto Vallarta tour. Tick off all the highlights of the lively Mexican beach community, from centuries-old adobe houses to the stunning waterside Malecon. Other highlights include visits to lush green Nogalito Eco Park and an artisanal silver workshop, plus a tequila tasting and chef-prepared lunch.

Discover both the Yucatan capital of Merida and Dzibilchaltun - an ancient Mayan archeological site - on a shore excursion from your Progreso port of call. Begin with a sightseeing tour of Merida, the peninsula's cultural center. View the elegant 19th century mansions along its Paseo de Montejo and pay a visit to the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya - an artifact-filled museum dedicated to Mayan civilization. Next explore the Dzibilchaltun ruins and its intriguing Temple of the Dolls. You can even go for a swim onsite before returning to port.

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.

Visit the historic towns of Cholula and Puebla on a full-day excursion from Mexico City that explores pre-Columbian monuments, colonial-era architecture, and local artwork. In Cholula, you'll see a towering pyramid with ancient murals, then discover the colorful tiles that decorate Puebla's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With pickup and drop-off at select hotels in Mexico City, and all transport by climate-controlled minivan, this small-group tour is a convenient way to see two fascinating cities in a single day.

Travel to the colonial heart of Mexico on a private 12-hour day trip to Puebla and Cholula from Mexico City. Learn about Mexico's pre-Hispanic and colonial past, as well as its famous culinary scene, on a personalized tour to the "City of Angels," designated a UNESCO World-Heritage site for its history and architectural significance.