Day Trips in Riviera Maya & the Yucatan

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.

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.

Enjoy both history and adventure on this 2-day combo tour in the Playa del Carmen area. First, visit the archaeological site of Tulum to see Maya ruins on the Caribbean Sea. Then visit Xplor Park the following day to experience ziplines, caves, amphibious vehicles, and other outdoor activities. Hotel pickup and drop-off and lunch are included on both days.

Uncover the Mayan mysteries of Coba's atmospheric ruins on an exhilarating full-day excursion from Cancun and Riviera Maya. Ascend to the summit of the ancient city's tallest pyramid and absorb panoramic vistas of the Yucatan peninsula. Enrich your knowledge of Mayan civilization with an accomplished guide and see archeological attractions with ancient origins. Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel and a fulfilling lunch is included on this tour.

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.

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.

Visit an ancient Maya city and an underground cave system on a full-day, combination tour to Tulum and Rio Secreto Nature Reserve that includes all entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun. This tour starts early from Cancun, so you can see Tulum without the crowds, and before the heat of the day.

Experience two popular Yucatan Peninsula sites back-to-back on this 2-day combo tour from Playa del Carmen. On the first day, enjoy early access to Tulum, a former Maya fort perched on a bluff overlooking the Caribbean, with an archaeologist-guide who takes you to places in the ruins most visitors do not get to see. On day two, discover Xplor Adventure, an outdoor park boasting two zipline circuits and other extreme thrills. Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off, a lunch buffet, and an open bar are included, making this tour hassle-free.

Explore the Yucatan jungle's flooded sinkholes, or cenotes, during this 10-hour guided eco-adventure. Paddle through the underground caverns on kayaks, snorkel in the subterranean aquatic habitats and float on the azure water on inner tubes. Listen as your guide recounts Mayan folktales about mythical guardians that protect these sacred water sources. This small-group tour, limited to 19 people, includes snacks, a gourmet picnic lunch and round-trip hotel transportation. 

Explore the ancient ruins of Coba, including early morning access with an archeologist guide. Take this Viator exclusive tour, which can't be booked anywhere else, to discover one of Mexico's most spectacular ruins during this all-day excursion. Enjoy lunch and round-trip transportation from Cancun hotels. Climb Nohoch Mul, the tallest pyramid on the Yucatán Peninsula while learning about one of the largest settlements during the Classic period from your knowledgable guide. Swim in the refreshing waters at Aktun Chen cenote to cool off.

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.

Explore Xel-Ha's natural aquatic park and the Coba ruins on this full-day trip from Cancun.  Ride a bicycle around Coba's archaeological site, then climb Nohoch Mul, the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan, for amazing views of the surrounding area. Eat lunch at Xel-Ha and continue your adventure by kayaking, ziplining and trekking around this spectacular eco-park. This small-group tour of less than 20 people ensures that you receive personalized attention from your guide.Pickup and drop-off at Cancun hotels is 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.

This action-packed day tour from Playa del Carmen gives you Maya archaeology, stunning ocean views, and subterranean stalagmites. Enjoy early access to Tulum, a former Maya fort perched on a clifftop overlooking the Caribbean, with an archaeologist-guide who takes you to places in the ruins most visitors do not get to see. Then, it's on to Rio Secreto Nature Reserve to admire crystal formations on the ceiling and floor in an underground cave. Laze about in a hammock before you're transported back to your hotel.

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.

Explore Tulum's ancient ruins and take an eco-adventure tour at Tankah Park on this full-day excursion from Cancun. Tour the ruins at Tulum and learn about Mayan civilization from a guide, then travel to Tankah Park for a jungle adventure. Kayak through Tankah Cenote, ride a zipline, and explore the vibrant jungle. Enjoy a Mexican buffet lunch and round-trip transportation from Cancun.