Day Trips & Excursions in Mexico

Combine ancient Maya sites with a traditional temazcal sweat lodge on a full-day, private tour to Coba and Tulum from Cancun that includes all entrance fees, activities, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a buffet lunch. Climb the highest pyramid in the Yucatan, explore ruins at the edge of a Caribbean beach, then experience a Maya cleansing ceremony with a local shaman.

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.

See two of Mexico's most famous Maya ruins in just one day on a private full-day tour from Playa del Carmen. With just your guide and private party, you'll ascend Maya temples at Coba Ruins; plunge into the turquoise water of Cenote Ik Kil; and take a guided tour of Chichen Itza, one of the New7Wonders of the World. A buffet lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Visit one of Mexico's most enchanting Maya sites on a full-day tour from Tuxtla Gutierrez to Palenque, then continue to two gorgeous waterfalls in the Chiapas highlands, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul. You'll see mountain scenery, ancient pyramids, and turquoise pools, with 2.5 hours to explore Palenque alongside a local guide. Learn the stories behind the stones as you tour the UNESCO-listed archeological site, whose elegant architecture has a dramatic backdrop of steep jungle.

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this jam-packed full-day tour that hits all of the famous Mayan sites around the Riviera Maya. With private transportation from Riviera Maya or Cancun, visit Chichen Itza, Ek Balam, and the Ik Kil cenote with a dedicated guide. All entrance fees included.

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!

Explore the archaeological highlights of Oaxaca without getting lost on this day trip, a great choice for first-time visitors. Take a guided tour of Monte Alban, the largest Zapotec urban center and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit its satellite city, Atzompa. Then travel to Yagul and Mitla to see other examples of Zapotec architecture. Plus, round-trip transportation from downtown Oaxaca is included.

Immerse yourself in Mexican culture on a day trip to Mixquic's Day of the Dead celebration in late October or early November. With round-trip hotel transport, avoid the stress of taking public transit or navigating from Mexico City on your own. In addition to navigating, your guide offers inside tips, anecdotes, and background information on the holiday's traditions.

Visit an ancient Maya city surrounded by thick jungle, then take a small-boat tour through a thriving bird sanctuary on a full-day tour to Ek Balam and the Gulf Coast. You'll see fascinating art and architecture depicting the Maya underworld, watch for caimans and brilliant pink flamingos, then taste locally-made tequila in a nearby factory, with the personal service of a private guide throughout the day. This full-day private tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Playa del Carmen and Tulum, as well as all entrance fees.

From the mountaintop pyramids of Monte Alban to the Cuilapam Convent on the valley floor, learn all about the rich history of Oaxaca Valley on this guided full-day trip by coach. Discover the Zapotec pyramids and excavated ruins of UNESCO-listed Monte Alban, admire the mystical woodcarvings of San Antonio Arrazola and meet resident artisans in San Bartolo Coyotepec, a town known for its beautiful black pottery. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Oaxaca included.

Visit Chichen Itza with your own private driver on a full-day tour from Cozumel. Considered one of the most important cities of the Mayan world, Chichen Itza boasts ancient ruins including the Kukulkan Pyramid (El Castillo). Your private guide shares commentary about Mayan culture and history during your 2-hour walking tour, after you travel in an air-conditioned private vehicle to reach the ruins. Includes private driver and guide, lunch, entrance fees, and pickup and drop-off at the ferry port in Playa del Carmen.

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private day trip to Puebla from Mexico City. Learn about the history and culture of Puebla and visit some local landmarks such as the Rosario Chapel and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Convent of Santo Domingo. All entrance fees and round-trip private transportation included.

Explore the ancient Maya cities of Muyil, Tulum, and Coba on a full-day, private tour from Cancun that includes entrance fees, transport, and a buffet lunch. Climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatán, follow footpaths at the edge of Sian Ka'an lagoon, and see partially-excavated sites covered with thick jungle.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to get acquainted with the Mesoamerican cultures of the Yucatan Peninsula. This private day trip to Chichen Itza includes a cenote swim at Ik Kil followed by a shaman-led purification ceremony inside a 'temazcal' - a type of ancient Maya sweat lodge. A buffet lunch and round-trip hotel transport from Cancun or the Riviera Maya are included.

Visit three ancient Maya cities on a full-day, private tour from Playa del Carmen to Muyil, Tulum, and Coba that includes all transport, entrance fees, and a hearty buffet lunch of traditional Mexican foods. Follow jungle trails through the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, walk fortifications that overlook a white sand beach, then climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan. This 10-hour tour offers a personalized experience of the Maya sites, with plenty of time to explore the things that interest you most.

Make the most out of your time in the Yucatan by booking this full-day guided trip to Chichen Itza and Coba, two of the most important archeological sites in the southern Mexico. Take delight in the sight of these wonders and then indulge in a hearty Mexican lunch. After, visit Ik Kil cenote.

Enjoy personalized attention and a customized itinerary on this private boat tour on the Bay of Cabo San Lucas. With a captain and crew dedicated to just you and your party, you'll be able to anchor at a semiprivate beach and take advantage of the onboard paddle boards, floating mats, and snorkeling gear.

Visit Mexico's culinary capital on a full-day trip from Mexico City to Puebla, where you'll enjoy a private tour of a fascinating city. The day is designed just for your group, whether you're sampling rich mole poblano, shopping for handmade talavera tiles, or climbing into Cuexcomate, the world's smallest volcano. Before returning to Mexico City, tour the pre-Columbian city of Cholula, whose Great Pyramid is the largest on earth. With pickup and drop-off at Mexico City hotels, this day includes all entrance fees and transport by climate-controlled vehicle.

The ancient Zapotec city and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Monte Alban sits about 9 miles (6 kilometers) west of Oaxaca. With this tour, explore the hilltop archaeological site with a guide and enjoy views overlooking the Oaxaca Valley. That leaves enough time to visit the artisan towns of Arrazola, Cuilapam de Guerrero, and San Bartolo Coyotepec. Plus, round-trip transportation from your hotel in downtown Oaxaca is included.

Travel into the heart of the jungle on a full-day, private tour to Cobá and Punta Laguna Nature Reserve. You'll ride a bike through Maya ruins surrounded by a lush canopy, climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan, then head to Punta Laguna, a community-run nature reserve. Once there, join a Maya shaman for a purification ceremony, watch for spider monkeys as you hike through the jungle, zipline and canoe across the lagoon, and swim in a fresh water cenote before heading to a nearby restaurant for lunch.