Day Trips in Riviera Maya & the Yucatan

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.

Discover the magic of Rio Secreto, an underground river known for its countless stalactites and stalagmites. Walk through the jungle, wade through the river, float in the clear water, and look up at the mesmerizing mix of geological formations. Enjoy a buffet lunch before your return to Cancun. This tour provides a wetsuit and other necessary gear to ensure your comfort.

Explore two of Maya Mexico's most fascinating ancient sites on a full-day tour to Tulum and Coba from Cancun with lunch at a local restaurant. See limestone fortifications and temples with a backdrop of perfect Caribbean beaches, then discover a partially-excavated city where pyramids emerge from thick jungle and vines. This combination tour offers the perfect perspective on Maya cities, life and culture by combining two dramatically different sites in a single day.

Visit the ancient Maya city of Tulum early in the day and beat the crowds. Depart from Cancun for the drive to Tulum, where you'll tour the grounds with an experienced archaeologist who will fill you in on local Mayan history. Meander along the city's fortified wall, wander among temples and see the impressive el castillo. Then embark on one of two outings: explore underground caves where Mayan ceremonies were held in Xcaret or bicycle among tropical birds and go tubing in Xel-Há. Snorkel with colorful fish in both locales.

Travel inland from Tulum on a full-day tour of Coba and Punta Laguna Nature Reserve. Go ziplining and take a jungle hike, then ride in a canoe on the clear lagoon during an eco-tour at the Maya community. Then follow your guide on foot past the ruins of Coba and learn about this former Maya settlement of the Yucatán Peninsula, built during the Classic period. Climb up Nohoch Mul and hop on a bike to explore. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport included.

Discover Yucatan's often-overlooked natural attractions on a day tour to Rio Lagartos, Las Coloradas, and Ek'Balam from Cancun. Along the way, visit a crocodile sanctuary, capture unique snaps by a pink lagoon, and cool off in the refreshing waters of a cenote. Avoid hidden costs with round-trip transfer, a boat ride, and lunch included in the price.

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.

Discover ancient temples, colonial architecture and a cacao plantation on a full-day, private trip to Uxmal and Merida from Cancun. Get a personal introduction to these highlights of the Yucatan Peninsula, with the flexibility to customize the day to your interests. Learn about local history, climb to the top of Maya pyramids, stroll through colorful historic neighborhoods and find out how local cacao goes from bean to chocolate bar.

Explore the natural treasures of the Yucatan Peninsula - including a UNESCO-listed Biosphere Reserve - during this comprehensive day trip from Cancun. Bird lovers will delight in the birdlife to be seen on a boat ride around the wetlands of Rio Lagartos. Marvel at the vivid pink hues of Las Coloradas and take a swim in the cenote at Ek Balam. Lunch and beverages are served.

Discover the wildlife and natural wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula on this full-day tour from Playa del Carmen. Admire the stunning pink-colored lagoons of Las Coloradas, visit the Crododile Sanctuary, and cool off with a swim in the Ek Balam cenote. Finally, cruise through the mangroves of the Rio Lagartos and look out for birds such as flamingos, cormorants, ospreys, and pelicans.

During the spring equinox, shadows create a magnificent display on the Kukulkan Pyramid, the architectural crown of Chichen Itza. Enhance your experience of one of the New7Wonders of the World on this 12-hour tour from Cancun, which includes lunch and a cenote swim. Witness the ingenuity of the Mayan empire as you watch serpents carved into the Kukulkan Pyramid come to life, and visit Chichen Itza highlights including the Ball Court and the Cenote Sagrado. Hotel pickup and drop-off at your Cancun hotel are included.

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.

Explore the natural beauty and archaeological ruins of the Sian Ka'an bio reserve, a UNESCO site, on this 5-hour tour from Playa del Carmen. An art historian-guide shows you the former Maya sites of Muyil and Xtlapak, and explains their cultural significance. Hike uphill through a rain forest and enjoy lookout panoramas, see corn tortillas being made in a Maya house and take a boat ride along Muyil and Chunyaxche lagoons. Hotel transport by air-conditioned van included.

Combine three incredible attractions from Cancun - Chichen Itza, snorkeling at Isla Mujeres and a pirate show - taken in any order across three consecutive days. You'll see the Kukulkan Pyramid on a guided tour of the archaeological site; take boat ride aboard a pirate ship for an entertaining dinner; and swim in the clear waters of the Caribbean while snorkeling at either the Manchones or El Farito reef.

Spend the day roaming the archaeological site of Tulum. A certified guide explains the elements of  El Castillo and the Temple of the Frescoes, among other preserved ruins of the ancient city nestled on a bluff above the Caribbean Sea. Afterward, swim in a cenote just steps from the beach. Bottled water, a cold towel, and snack are all included along with hotel pickup and drop-off in Playa del Carmen.

Perfect for nature lovers, this laid-back tour takes you through the lush Sian Ka'an Biosphere via foot and boat. Float on a natural lazy river bordered my mangroves, take a boat ride through the biosphere, and visit the Mayan ruins of Muyil, an isolated temple situated on a flooded savannah. See a variety of flora and fauna up close and enjoy stunning views of the local jungle and lagoons, then watch the sun set over the water before returning to Tulum.

Gaining an overview of the region's water-sports opportunities and historic culture can be tricky for visitors on limited time. Tick off 2 top experiences on a combined day tour, beginning your day with exploration of Tulum's Maya ruins with a guide, then transferring to Xel-Ha Park for an afternoon of aquatic activities. Avoid hidden costs with round-trip transfer, buffet lunch, and entrance fees included as per itinerary.

Discover the remote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an on a full-day trip from Tulum. Your guide points out the protected area's immense biodiversity, including coastal and mangrove habitat teeming with marine life. Search for elusive manatees at Boca Paila Lagoon, snorkel on the Mesoamerican reef (weather-permitting) and find nesting birds at Ascension Bay. Boat ride with lunch and free time in Punta Allen is included.

Combine two popular tours from Cancun over two consecutive days: the ancient ruins of Chich en Itzá plus an entertaining pirate show. Tour the archaeological site with an informative guide and see the Kukulkan Pyramid and more at what is coined one of the New7Wonders of the World. Include a cenote swim and buffet lunch. Your boat ride aboard a pirate ship is complete with dinner and beverages. You choose the order in which to take each tour!