Day Trips & Excursions in Mexico

Combine some of the most popular Chiapas highlights"”Montebello Lakes National Park and the El Chiflon Waterfalls"”on this full-day tour from Tuxtla Gutierrez. Take in the multicolored lakes while learning about the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve's flora and fauna from your guide and get spectacular photo ops of one of Mexico's highest waterfalls. Round-trip transportation from Tuxtla Gutierrez included.

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.

Marvel at thousands of vibrant pink flamingos during an idyllic boat ride on a full-day tour of the spectacular Celestun Wildlife Refuge from Merida. During your excursion, observe some of the 225 mammal species that inhabit the beautiful Biosphere reserve, gazing at pelicans, flamingos and fish as a knowledgeable guide directs your attention. Cruise through atmospheric mangroves before reclining on the soft sands of a local beach. An intimate experience is guaranteed on this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 25 people.

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.

Combine visits to the Palenque archaeological site (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the waterfalls at Misolha and Agua Azul in a single tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Spend a few hours learning about Mayan culture at the important archaeological site with your guide, then move on to the waterfalls to cool off and take in the natural scenery. Breakfast, lunch, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Visit Montebello Lakes National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and the 360-foot (120-meter) Chiflon Waterfall on this tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Learn about the flora, fauna, and geology of the park and the reasons for the various lakes' unusual colors from your accompanying guide. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Leave Puerto Vallarta behind to explore one of Mexico's last hidden vestiges: San Sebastián, tucked within the Sierra Madre. On this 7-hour tour, take in scenes of daily rural life as you travel by comfortable vehicle into the mountains toward this colonial enclave. Meander among its whitewashed structures with your guide, see remnants of its mining past, and simple enjoy a town mostly untouched by tourism. Lunch is included.

Experience the coastal splendor of Huatulco on a 7-hour sailing tour of the region's bays and virgin beaches. In a small group limited to ten, you'll cruise to Santa Cruz Bay and Chahue Bay, and recline on the pristine sands of Yerbabuena and La Entrega beaches. Opportunities to swim and snorkel abound, and the gigantic rock known as La Cara de Piedra (The Rock Face) and Cacaluta Bay's heart-shaped beach provide excellent photo opportunities. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Huatulco are included.

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.

Designed to delight lovers of the outdoors, this 8-hour day-trip showcases the unique natural landscapes of Sumidero Canyon National Park. Departing from Tuxtla Gutierrez, you'll look out for crocodiles, caves, and monkeys during a 2-hour boat ride and take a tour of Chiapa de Corzo, a designated Pueblo Mágico. Absorb stunning views from lookout points such as La Ceiba, La Coyota, and Roblar, and enjoy a Mexican buffet lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Get an early start to a full day of sightseeing at Cascadas de Agua Azul, Misol-Ha Waterfall and Palenque, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take in the natural splendor of a series of cascading waterfalls and dip into turquoise pools below the 115-foot-tall (35-meter) Misol Ha. Then visit the restored archaeological ruins of Palenque, a former Maya city-state dating back to the 7th century. Round-trip transport is provided from San Cristóbal de las Casas.

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.

Set out from Guadalajara on a day trip to explore the city of Zapopan, peruse its pedestrian-only street and see its two main attractions: The Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and the Huichol Art Museum. After arriving in Zapopan you'll visit the stunning 17th century basilica, home to a revered statue of the Virgin Mary and a popular pilgrimage site for Catholics. Next door is the museum highlighting the region's indigenous Huichol people. Browse intricate beadworks, yarn paintings and other artworks while learning about their culture and heritage.

The top sites of Veracruz and surrounding areas are all laid out for you on this guided 5-hour combo tour. Discover San Juan de Ulúa, a fortress dating back to 1565. In the tree-lined town of La Antigua, the first Spanish settlement in Mexico, you'll see the first Catholic church in the Americas. Pass through Veracruz's Zocalo, its picturesque main square and drive through the upscale, neighboring city of Boca del Río. Bonus: Round-trip hotel transport included.

Combine visits to Yaxchilan, the ruins of Bonampak, and the Lacandona Jungle on this full-day tour from Palenque. With your guide in the lead, learn about the Maya history at Bonampak, then take a boat on the Usumacinta River. Explore the pre-Hispanic sites in the ruins of Yaxchilan, then stop in Frontera Corozal for a traditional Mexican lunch. All entrance fees and transportation are included.

Explore Mayan ruins, mysterious caves, and a 400-year-old convent on this all-day guided tour. Make the most of limited time in the Yucatan with convenient hotel pickup. Visit the Mayan city of Mayapán and learn its history from an informative guide. Check out the San Miguel Arcangel convent, be awed by the caves of Lol Tun, and enjoy a delicious lunch"”included in the tour price"”of traditional Mayan dishes.

Combine visits to the Misolha Waterfalls and Agua Azul on this jungle tour from Palenque. Explore the canyons, cliffs, and waterfalls of both natural areas while learning about the local flora and fauna from a guide. National park fees and round-trip transportation from Palenque included.

Escape the city in favor of Sumidero Canyon National Park and the colonial town of San Juan Chamula on a full-day tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Designed to delight lovers of culture and nature, this excursion includes a boat ride on the Grijalva River, flanked by cliffs reaching 3,280 feet (1,000 meters), and a guided tour of San Juan Chamula, replete with quaint churches and an artisan market. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

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.

Immerse yourself in the legendary beauty of Campeche on an enriching full-day excursion from Merida. Accompanied by a professional guide, travel by luxury vehicle to the quaint village of Becal to admire its charming 17th-century church and the enormous monument dedicated to sombreros. Continue to Campeche, an ancient walled city on the rugged coast of the Gulf of Mexico, and gaze at the colossal fortress of Fuerte San Miguel, now a Mayan Archeological Museum. Revitalize with a delicious lunch, explore the historical district of the city, and see the impressive Campeche Cathedral before returning to Merida.