Cultural & Theme Tours in Riviera Maya & the Yucatan

Swap the beaches of Cancun for Maya culture and history with a day trip to the walled city of Tulum. From a guide, you'll hear the history of the ancient Maya city during a tour. Use some free time to explore at your own pace, then travel to Coba for a tour of its archaeological zone. Before your return to Cancun, you'll stop to swim in the cenotes and take a shopping break in Playa del Carmen. The day-long tour includes a buffet lunch and round-trip hotel transport.

During your stay in Cancun, enjoy a glimpse into how everyday people live on this tour that takes you to places not frequented by tourists. Drive through a rural countryside and explore the town of Leona Vicario. Get around by 'triciclo,' a type of pedal cab, and gain insight into the local culture by visiting a church, school, cemetery and woodshop. Meet a family and learn how to make tortillas! Then, continue to either Puerto Morelos, a fishing village, or Crococun, a wildlife sanctuary. Hotel transport included.

Make the most of your time in Mexico on this 10-hour trip to Tulum and Playa del Carmen. Ideal for families, this tour takes you to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum and to the Wayak Cenote to snorkel. Visit, too, the Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen to browse shops brimming with jewellery, designer clothes, and artisan jewellery. Lunch and round-trip transport from your Cancun hotel is included.

Step into the world of the ancient Maya on a half-day trip to Tulum archeological site, a fortified city with a backdrop of Caribbean-blue water and white sand beaches. Enjoy a combination of guided and independent time as you explore Tulum's temples, pyramids, and colorful frescoes. This 6-hour Tulum tour includes entrance fees and round-trip transport from hotels in the Riviera Maya.

Visit the unique ecosystem of Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO World Heritage site, during this tour from Tulum. With an expert local guide, first stop by the Mayan archaeological site of Muyil, located just a short walk into the pristine jungle. At Sian Ka'an, take a boat ride through the mangrove forests that line the lagoon and the canals, ending up at Xlapak. Jump in with a life vest and as you float down the canals, keep an eye out for the more than 300 species of birds as well as other native flora and fauna. Meet your boat captain at the exit point and return to your Tulum hotel, snacking on provided chips and beverages on the way.

Spend the day with marine wildlife and relaxing by the water with full-day access and priority activity booking at Xel-Ha. Discover natural lakes fed by an underground river and see vegetation and local animals while walking the seaside trails. Hop into a cenote to snorkel among tropical fish and challenge yourself with leap into the water from a cliff, or by crossing hanging bridges.

Explore the structures of Muyil, a Maya archaeological site amid the mangroves of Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This 5-hour excursion from Tulum takes you to the former trading post along an interpretive nature trail before a boat ride to Muyil Lagoon. Then enjoy a relaxing float down the shallow canal as you drift for 30 minutes past unique vegetation. Learn from your guide about the ecology of the area and the Maya civilization before a picnic lunch.

Check out the archaeological sites and attractions during your visit to Tulum. Whether you're traveling from Cancun, Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya, this tour is the perfect way to see it all.

Discover the beauty and mystery of Muyil, a Maya archaeological site, on this private, 10-hour tour from Cancun. In your own group of up to six people, learn about one of the earliest inhabited ancient Maya cities on the eastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. Follow your personalized guide on a hike through the jungle and enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the Sian Ka'an lagoon. Lunch at a local restaurant and hotel transport are included.

Our LDS tours are designed to bring the Book of Mormon to life. Our tour guides will not only provide an in-depth and detailed discussion of the history and symbolism of the ruins but most importantly, explain how they correlate to passages and teachings from the scriptures. Learn about the latest theories and research that place Mesoamerica as the top candidate for the setting of the Book of Mormon.

Make your experience of Chichen Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site and New7Wonder of the World, unforgettable on a 10-hour sunrise tour from Cancun. After watching the sun rise majestically over the Kukulkan Pyramid (El Castillo), you'll take a 2-hour tour of the archaeological site and marvel at highlights such as the Ball Court and Observatory. Then, you'll enjoy breakfast at the Mayaland Resort. Hotel pickup and drop-off by luxury Mercedes in Cancun are included.

Combine two blockbuster attractions - Sian Ka'an and the Muyil Ruins - with personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour, departing from either Playa del Carmen or Tulum. With a dedicated guide to show your private party around and answer any questions, explore the less-visited Muyil Ruins, then take a boat ride in the Sian Ka'an' biosphere reserve's Muyil and Chunyaxch e lagoons (including time for a swim).

Visit two dramatically different Maya sites on a full-day tour of Tulum and Coba. You'll walk the Tulum fortifications with views of white-sand beaches and turquoise water, then head into the jungle to climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan peninsula. Learn the fascinating story of the ancient Maya as you explore the two archeological sites, visit a cenote for a cooling swim, and finish the day with sunset in Playa del Carmen.

As one of the New7Wonders of the World, Chichen Itza is must-see during your time in Mexico. Visit the UNESCO-listed site, a subterranean cenote, and the colonial town of Valladolid in just one day on this full-day trip from Cancun. Avoid the stress of making your own way to Chichen Itza by travelling in an air-conditioned vehicle, then take a 3-hour guided tour of the landmark. Swim in a cenote, visit Valladolid, enjoy a buffet lunch, and receive round-trip transport from your Cancun hotel.

Begin this incredible adventure with the most comfortable transportation service between your hotel and the middle point where you will transfer to Tulum area, a 1.30 hour's drive from Cancún (45 minutes if your departure from Playa del Carmen) where you would admire all the beautiful views that Quintana Roo has to offer.

Spend a day touring the Mayan ruins of Tulum and Coba on this picture-perfect tour that's led by an expert photographer. You'll journey through ancient landscapes and learn about Mayan culture while taking incredible photos of majestic Coba and Tulum. Whether you're a recreational photographer or simply a traveler who wants to return home with stunning images, this tour is for you!

Journey back in time on this popular tour that combines Mayan ruins with the stunning Playa del Carman sunset. Follow your expert guide through Tulum's archeological sites, then stroll along scenic 5th Avenue, where you'll be greeted by the incredible Caribbean sunset. Visit the Tequila Museum and sample some of this strong spirit that's produced locally, and wander the surrounding shops at your leisure. This tour includes transportation, professional guides, entrance fees and water. Upgrade your tour and add a visit to the Playa Aquarium or 3D Museum of Wonders.

Our LDS tours are designed to bring the Book of Mormon to life. Our tour guides will not only provide an in-depth and detailed discussion of the history and symbolism of the ruins but most importantly, explain how they correlate to passages and teachings from the scriptures. Learn about the latest theories and research that place Mesoamerica as the top candidate for the setting of the Book of Mormon.

Visit the archaeological site of Tulum, departing in the afternoon from Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Follow a certified guide and Maya expert past the restored ruins located on a clifftop above the Caribbean Sea. You'll have free time to explore the former trading port after your 45-minute guided tour of the Maya city. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Depart Playa del Carmen for a day of cultural experience and adrenaline-inducing activities. Begin with a visit to Tulum, an ancient Maya coastal city that's home to archaeological remains and sandy beaches. Then visit a modern-day Maya community before entering the jungle to explore two vast underground river systems. Snorkel their cavern waters and afterward, board a 4x4 Unimog for a thrilling ride toward a series of ziplining and rappelling adventures. Wind down with a buffet lunch of delicious Maya cuisine.