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The 15 Best Mayan Ruins Tours from Cancun

49 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Tulum on its cliff, Coba in the jungle, Chichen Itza out on the plain. These 15 tours reach the Mayan sites within a day of Cancun, each priced and clear about how long the drive is against the time on site.

Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves - A boat ride to the reef
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Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

1.Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,242 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Spend a full day exploring Tulum’s Maya ruins, snorkeling a reef reached by motorboat, and swimming in a jungle cenote with caves and stalactites. A bilingual guide, transport, gear, lunch, and Tulum admission are included. Bring $35 cash for the conservation and park fee, plus a towel and a change of clothes.

“This excursion was well worth the price and the guide was fantastic. The packed in just the right amount of activity.”

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Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun - A shared ride from Cancun, with a flexible timetable
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Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun

2.Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,592 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $49

Ride by air-conditioned vehicle from Cancun or a nearby meeting point to Tulum’s cliff-top Maya ruins, then visit a cenote for a swim. The tour includes a multilingual guide, water, lifejackets, lockers, and transport. Guides such as Luis Estrella, Carlos, and Susana have been praised for clear, engaging explanations. Confirm pickup details, cenote fees, and whether your departure includes Playa del Carmen.

“Overall experience is good. Very comfortable ride, and excellent guide. However there is room for improvement-ride pickup takes too long and waiting for some guests who don’t show up on time, makes you wait causing delays.”

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Reef Snorkeling & Jungle Speedboat Adventure with Mayan Ceremony - Snorkeling at the reef
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Reef Snorkeling & Jungle Speedboat Adventure with Mayan Ceremony

3.Reef Snorkeling & Jungle Speedboat Adventure with Mayan Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,208 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

From Puerto Maya Cancún, take a guided speedboat ride through Nichupté Lagoon’s mangroves, then snorkel at a reef when conditions allow. A Mayan presentation, equipment, locker service and lunch are included. Guides such as Juan and Fabio have been praised, though assignments vary. The tour lasts about two and a half hours, and taxes and transport can add to the $59 starting price.

“What an experience! The Mayan show to kick things off was fun! The speed boats were super fun to drive and simple to operate. Fabio was a great captain who delivered very clear instructions. The scuba portion was just the right amount of time for my family. The chicken tacos waiting for us at the end were a perfect snack to cap off the experience! Definitely would recommend this to anyone visiting Cancun!”

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Tulum, Coba, Cenote, and Mayan Ceremony Full-Day Tour plus Lunch - Coba’s jungle paths and pyramid
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Tulum, Coba, Cenote, and Mayan Ceremony Full-Day Tour plus Lunch

4.Tulum, Coba, Cenote, and Mayan Ceremony Full-Day Tour plus Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 973 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend a full day visiting the seaside ruins of Tulum and jungle-set Coba, then cool off at Cenote Mariposa and have a traditional lunch. The tour includes transport, a guide, and a Mayan ceremony, though pickup routes, meal timing, and the ceremony can vary. Guides have included Mildred, Angel, Arturo, Christian, and Matilda.

“Well organized, lots of amazing places, Coba is really authentic and the cenotes have an even relaxing vibes than bigger ones around Chichen Itza.”

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Tulum Day Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim - What the $79 fare really covers
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Tulum Day Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim

5.Tulum Day Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 924 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $79

Travel from Cancun to Tulum for a guided visit to the Mayan ruins, then cool off at Cenote Puerta Maya. The tour includes transport when selected, site admission, and a guide; bring cash for the separate 750 MXN mandatory fee. Guides have included Mary, Abi, Jackie, and Gabriel, though your guide may differ.

“Wonderful experience, but would have enjoyed time to look around alone, stayed in a group for the full 2 hrs we were there. Bring a metal water bottle cause plastic is not allowed inside. Told about hidden fees the day before the trip. Would have been nice if they let u know while booking the trip. Plan on paying approximately $40 usd the day of the trip not included in the price for booking the trip. Overall it was a great experience they should just be honest about the actual cost.”

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Private Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkel & Cenote Adventure - Cenotes take up a large part of the day
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Private Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkel & Cenote Adventure

6.Private Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkel & Cenote Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $332

Visit Tulum’s seaside Maya ruins with a private bilingual guide, take a short boat ride to snorkel the reef, then spend time at cenote stops. Private hotel pickup, snorkel gear, water, and a taco lunch are included. Guides named in guest accounts include Alma, Arturo, and Mariano.

“We did the private tour and Alma was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to work with. We had plenty of time at each location, and we never felt rushed—we could go at our own pace. We had a group of 10, with 2 adults, and 8 kids ranging in age from 7-18. Everyone had a great time and this was their favorite activity of our trip—and it’s usually impossible for us to find something that EVERYONE in our group likes. I would a million percent recommend this to anyone.”

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TULUM 4x1 : Archaeological Site, Cenote, 5th Avenue and lunch - A swim at Cenote Muul’Ichi Ts’ono’ot
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TULUM 4×1 : Archaeological Site, Cenote, 5th Avenue and lunch

7.TULUM 4×1 : Archaeological Site, Cenote, 5th Avenue and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 256 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $245

Start at 6:00 am for a shared, air-conditioned trip to Tulum and Cobá, with certified archaeology guides, a regional buffet, a swim stop at Cenote Muul’Ichi Ts’ono’ot and time on Playa del Carmen’s 5th Avenue. Guides named Ave and Josué have been praised for clear, lively explanations. Plan for about 12 hours and extra costs for drinks and some rentals.

“We had a very good experience with this agency. Everything was well organized, and the day was truly enjoyable. A special mention to our tour guide, Josue — he was extremely kind, positive, and full of energy. His funny and engaging way of explaining things made the tour even better.”

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Tulum Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim from Riviera Maya - Cenote Puerta Maya: a welcome change of temperature
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Tulum Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim from Riviera Maya

8.Tulum Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim from Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 176 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $79

Travel from Cancun or much of the Riviera Maya to Tulum’s clifftop Maya ruins, where a local guide explains the city’s role as a port. Then swim at Cenote Puerta Maya, with time for snorkelling if you bring or rent gear. Guides such as Jackie, Jacqueline, and Mari have led this tour, though assignments vary. Plan for extra cash fees and a day that may run longer than six hours.

“There may be other fees not covered by the purchase of the tickets. It rained hard but still had a great tour.”

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Tulum Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim from Cancun - The cenote is a refreshing second act
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Tulum Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim from Cancun

9.Tulum Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim from Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 154 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $79

Travel from Cancun to Tulum for a guided look at its Maya temples and sea-facing ruins, then swim at Cenote Puerta Maya. Guides such as Mary, Jackie, Mari, and Jerry have led the tour, but the guide and cenote may vary. Pickup is offered from many area hotels. Budget extra for 750 MXN in required cash fees, and allow more than eight hours if shared pickups run late.

“We had a wonderful day, Tulum was super beautiful, Mary knew so much interesting information about it. The cenote was amazing, exactly what I was hoping for. It was a long day but that’s just because we were leaving from Cancun. The van was comfortable and we were picked up on time.”

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Private Guide Service in the Archaeological Zone of Chichen Itza - The Temple of the Warriors, ball court and Tzompantli
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Private Guide Service in the Archaeological Zone of Chichen Itza

10.Private Guide Service in the Archaeological Zone of Chichen Itza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private, roughly two-hour walk through Chichen Itza with an English-speaking guide. The route covers El Castillo, the Temple of the Warriors, the Great Ball Court, the Tzompantli and more. Guides such as Enrique, Martin, Henry and Rey are praised for clear explanations and personal Mayan cultural perspectives. Admission and transport are extra.

“Eyden was very knowledgeable about the Mayan culture and went out of his way to answer all the questions we had. He was only three of us taking the tour with him, and it was very personable and Hands-On. Highly recommend taking Eyden as a tour guide to Chichen Itza.”

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Cancún: Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting & Mayan Snack - Swimming, jumping, and finding your own pace
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Cancún: Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting & Mayan Snack

11.Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting & Mayan Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 142 reviews · 5 hours · from $79

Head from Cancún, Akumal, or Playa del Carmen to three cenotes for swimming, a zipline, and platform jumps. The outing adds a guided tequila tasting, Mayan snack, and short dance ritual. Guides vary, with past groups led by Pedro, Miguel, Daniela, and others. Bring swimwear and a towel.

“We had the best day. I missed our pickup time for the morning and I messaged get your guid, and the response was so quick and reassuring and got us on the afternoon slot. Would highly recommend. The team was very informative and looked after us all the way with photographs throughout. We learnt a lot about tequila about tequila and got to know the culture very well.”

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Day Trip To Tulum Mayan Ruins And Visit Cenote Nohoch With Lunch - Lunch and the Local Flavor
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Day Trip To Tulum Mayan Ruins And Visit Cenote Nohoch With Lunch

12.Day Trip To Tulum Mayan Ruins And Visit Cenote Nohoch With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 141 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $36

Travel from Cancun to Tulum for a guided look at the Maya ruins, free time by the Caribbean, a buffet lunch, and a swim at Cenote Nohoch. Guides such as Sandro, Tomas, and Ismael have led the trip. Hotel pickup is offered, but allow for a long day and budget extra for site fees.

“I was so impressed with Tomas and David. I had a memorable experience even with the rainfalls. They did a superb job”

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From Cancun: Coba, Tulum & Mayan Traditions Guided Tour - Coba’s jungle paths and pyramid
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From Cancun: Coba, Tulum & Mayan Traditions Guided Tour

13.Coba, Tulum & Mayan Traditions Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 119 reviews · 11 - 12 hours · from $77

Travel from Cancun or Playa del Carmen to Tulum and Coba with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, then cool off at Cenote Mariposa and enjoy a buffet lunch. Guides vary; past tours have been led by Mildred, Abel, and Luis Estrella. Plan for an 11- to 12-hour day, plus admission fees not included in the $77 price.

“Mildred,from Ekinox tour, was an excellent guide. The tour company kept me informed through whatsapp with pick up time , location, and additional tax that needed to be taken care of before pick up. I was very worried about pick up because i read reviews from other tour operators that tourists were not picked up. The tour van was clean, fresh, spacious and very comfortable. Ekinox was very clear about the transfer time for those who is doing the shared tour (1.5hr). We had a blast spending the full day with her. She was super friendly and easy going,and knowledgeable guide. Her english was excellent! She did remind us it’s…”

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Archaeological Tour in Tulum and Coba with Kuxtal Cenote - Make chocolate, then sit down for lunch
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Archaeological Tour in Tulum and Coba with Kuxtal Cenote

14.Archaeological Tour in Tulum and Coba with Kuxtal Cenote

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 114 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Cancun to Tulum and Coba with a certified federal guide, then make chocolate at a Mayan village, eat a buffet lunch and visit Kuxtal Cenote’s two pools. The day ends with an hour on Playa del Carmen’s Fifth Avenue. English is offered, though bilingual commentary may vary.

“I booked an English speaking tour and ended up on a tour bus of 14 people with 13 of them being Spanish speakers = Spanish speaking tour.”

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Cancun Mayan Pass: ATV, Cenote, Zipline, Transportation & Horses - The ATV trail is rugged, and equipment matters
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Cancun Mayan Pass: ATV, Cenote, Zipline, Transportation & Horses

15.Cancun Mayan Pass: ATV, Cenote, Zipline, Transportation & Horses

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $41

Trade a Cancun hotel day for a jungle circuit near Puerto Morelos: four ziplines, hanging bridges, a guided 30-minute ATV ride, and a freshwater cenote, with horseback riding on some options. Hotel pickup is available in Cancun and Puerto Morelos. Guides such as Arturo, Sol, and Flash have drawn praise, but activities can feel brief, so check your package and budget for extras.

“Excellent experience! Very friendly staff, and all activities are amazing and fun, especially the cenote. The only downside is getting there. It is about an hour away from Cancun Hotel Zone, and on top of it, they make multiple stops in different hotels to pick up others; otherwise the activity (ies) are lots of fun!”

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