Travel back in time during a day trip to the mysterious Maya ruins of Tulum. Uncover the secrets of this ancient civilization as you tour the archaeological site with a guide, and then take a refreshing dip in an ancient cenote.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting time 8:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- Choose from 1 of 4 centrally located pickup locations in Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, or Tulum.
Experience
Highlights
- Travel through time and explore enigmatic Tulum
- See centuries-old ruins including impressive clifftop Castillo
- Enjoy free time to swim at Tulum's breathtaking white-sand beach
- Admire fantastic views of the sea from the top of the Maya city
- Take a refreshing dip in a breathtaking cenote
Full description
After your pickup, ride along jungle-fringed roads to Tulum, a walled Maya city perched on the coast above the crashing waves of the Caribbean. En route, your guide shares facts about the ancient Maya and the trade routes that crisscross the Yucatan.
Once you arrive, enter the archaeological site to explore the mysteries of this fascinating and well-preserved city. Listen to theories about Maya rituals, worship, and daily life as you walk around the site's clifftop Castillo.
From the site, you can look out over the coast and Tulum's famous stretch of long white sand. After your tour, have some free time to take photos, go for a walk along the beach, or take a dip in the balmy turquoise waters of the Caribbean.
Lastly, travel a bit into the jungle to witness an ancient cenote. Take a refreshing dip in this impressive natural wonder before the return ride to back to your pickup location.
Includes
- Guided tour of Tulum and Cenote
- Admission to the archaeological site
- Transportation
- Pickup from a centrally located pickup location in Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, or Tulum
- Natural reserve fee, which is $10
- Life jacket
- Lockers
- Snorkel gear
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Water
- ID card, copy accepted
Not allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
Know before you go
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain
- Children under 4 years old go free of charge
- You must pay the Natural Reserve Fee on arrival, which is $10
