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The 15 Best Mayan Ruins Tours in Mexico

47 tours  ·  from $41

Chichen Itza is the famous one, and Coba, Tulum, Uxmal and Chacchoben are the ones you get to yourself. These 15 sort them by how far the drive is, what else the day includes and what a guide actually adds.

Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves - Tulum’s ruins above the white-sand beach
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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 combining Tulum’s coastal Maya ruins, a boat trip to a Caribbean reef, and a freshwater cenote cave. Guides such as Suly, Raul, Ulrich, and Mimi are praised for clear explanations and careful water support. Expect an early start, long road time from Cancun, and a $35 cash conservation fee.

“We loved the tour! We saw a bunch of turtles, stingrays and fish! The cenote and ruins were great as well. Our guide Raul was knowledgeable, friendly and patient. Highly recommend!”

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Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun - The early ride from Cancun
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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

Travel by air-conditioned van from Cancun to Tulum for a guided visit to the Maya ruins, then swim in Cenote Mariposa. Guides such as Carlos, Luis, Susana, and Fredie bring warmth and local context. Expect an early start, extra entrance fees, and possible added stops.

“Tour was good, info before was bad. We were told we would be picked up at 7:50am on the day before we left at 5pm. At 9:10 pm we got a new email saying they would now pick us up at 7am. I didn't see the email till 3am that morning. I had to wake everybody early and get them up. Also they told us one price for the tickets, then changed the price days later and would not accept the prices quoted. Had to run around to find the money for the new price. Keep things consistent!!”

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Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour - Tulum ruins: dramatic setting, limited time
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Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour

3.Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,706 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $129

This 8-hour Ocean Tours Mexico outing links Tulum’s coastal Maya ruins, Akumal’s turtle snorkeling, and Parque de Cenotes Yax-Muul. Guides such as Alejandro, Yul, Suly, and Mimi have earned praise for clear instruction and friendly care. Hotel pickup, gear, snacks, water, and taco lunch are included, but plan for a long active day.

“Really friendly guide and driver. Saw the sights at our own pace. Learnt so much about Mayan history. The food at the cenote was delicious! Would definitely reccomend and is worth the cost.”

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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya - Meeting outside Costa Maya port
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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

4.Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,352 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Meet Costa Maya Toucan Tours just outside the port for an air-conditioned ride to Chacchoben, where guides such as Carlos and Eliseo explain the temples, Maya culture, and jungle life. Afterward, choose a 90-minute stop at Mahahual Beach before returning to the port.

“This was a great way to do an excursion without paying cruise ship prices. Our guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. The ruins were very interesting and the beach was beautiful!”

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Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Exploration, Lunch & Tastings - Tulum: Maya walls above the Caribbean
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Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Exploration, Lunch & Tastings

5.Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Exploration, Lunch & Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,274 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend a full day visiting Tulum and Cobá, then swim through the underground chambers of Cenote Nohoch Nah Chich. Guides such as Manuel, Ricardo, Kevin, and Rodrigo bring Maya history to life, while lunch, chocolate, and tequila tastings round out this early-starting Cancun excursion.

“This was such a great experience. Comfortable bus, long day starting at 515a and returning back around 6p. We'll worth it. Tulum was great, Coba was even better (make sure you get a bike and ride immediately to the main attraction, Nohoch Mul, to have time to climb up the highest building at 42 meters!). You can check everything else out later. Completely worth the heaving deep breaths to get to the top. Then the nohoch cenote was just as amazing (take a cell phone water proof bag to take photos inside the cave). The buffet lunch was great and a nice way to end the night. I wish I…”

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Full Day Tulum Ruins Tour Cenote and Swimming with Sea Turtles - Tulum ruins: history above the Caribbean
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Full Day Tulum Ruins Tour Cenote and Swimming with Sea Turtles

6.Full Day Tulum Ruins Tour Cenote and Swimming with Sea Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,171 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $131

Spend about nine hours visiting Tulum’s cliff-top Maya ruins, swimming through Cenote Nohoch Nah Chich, and snorkeling with sea turtles at Akumal. Pickup, guides, lunch, equipment, water, and round-trip transport are included, with extra cash needed for stated protection and reserve fees.

“Pablo was absolutely amazing, accommodating and an all around wonderful person. A great guide, he did a wonderful job keeping us all close together during activities and was very safety oriented during the portions of our trip that involved water. The trip was everything I imagined and more!”

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Riviera Maya: Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Half-Day Tour - Getting to Tulum from the Riviera Maya
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Riviera Maya: Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Half-Day Tour

7.Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 992 reviews · 6 hours · from $42Best value

Visit Tulum with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, then cool off at Cenote Mariposa and Cenote Chen-Ha. Guides such as Susana, Freddy, Jorge, Carlos Moo, and Perfecto are praised for lively Maya history talks. Hotel pickup, transport, water, and a snack are included, but Tulum entry fees cost extra.

“Excellent trip with an incredibly knowledgeable guide Luis. Driver was great and safe. Really great experience highly recommend.”

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Tulum, Coba, Cenote, and Mayan Ceremony Full-Day Tour plus Lunch - Tulum: Caribbean views and a tight visit
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Tulum, Coba, Cenote, and Mayan Ceremony Full-Day Tour plus Lunch

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

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

Spend about 12 hours visiting Tulum and Coba with a guide such as Angel, Mildred, or Arturo, then cool off in Cenote Mariposa. The day includes transport, lunch, life jackets, lockers, and a Maya ceremony, though extra entry and conservation fees apply.

“Tulum with the cliff view, coba in the jungle, Hidden Maya town. Ande the mariposa cenote and Maya Community!”

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Tulum Day Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim - Walking through Tulum’s port city
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Tulum Day Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim

9.Tulum Day Trip Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim

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

Travel from Cancun to Tulum for a two-hour guided visit to the Mayan ruins, then cool off at Cenote Puerta Maya. Guides such as Mary, Abbi, Jackie, Gabriel, and Maricela have led departures, but assignments vary. Admission is included, though MX$750 in mandatory cash fees is extra.

“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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Chichen Itza, Cenote Ik Kil, Coba Ruins Small Group Early Arrival - Leaving before sunrise from the Riviera Maya
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Chichen Itza, Cenote Ik Kil, Coba Ruins Small Group Early Arrival

10.Chichen Itza, Cenote Ik Kil, Coba Ruins Small Group Early Arrival

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 886 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $165

Leave before sunrise for Chichen Itza, Cenote Ik Kil, and Coba with a maximum of 15 people. Guides such as Tonantzin, Antonio, Jesus, and Gabrielle bring the Maya sites to life. Breakfast, buffet lunch, transport, lockers, life jackets, and two entrance fees are included. Chichen Itza admission costs extra.

“Tonancy was the best guide. She made sure we had the best experience. She explained everything and gave great suggestions and advice. She made sure we were comfortable every step of the way. Would definitely do this again. Loved the on time pick up and drop off. The food was great. Time well spent at each location.”

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Coba Multun-Ha Cenote Tulum and Mayan Museum Small Group - Leaving Playa del Carmen before the heat
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Coba Multun-Ha Cenote Tulum and Mayan Museum Small Group

11.Coba Multun-Ha Cenote Tulum and Mayan Museum Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 773 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $109

Travel by air-conditioned minivan with a guide such as Jesus, Antonio, Gabriel, or Tonantzin to Tulum and Coba. Walk among ancient Maya ruins, visit the Jaguar Park Museum, enjoy a buffet lunch, and swim in the cool, clear waters of Multum Ha Cenote.

“This is the best excursion trip I have ever been on! I am very lucky to have gone on a day where the weather was beautiful. Our tour guide was named Gabriel and he was very nice and super knowledgeable. He knew a lot of information about the history and culture of each historical site. He offered to take plenty of pictures of us and had some cute ideas for photos and where the best areas are to take them. There was only 3 people in the group including myself and my boyfriend which made the trip a lot more personable. We first went to Tulum and then paradise beach…”

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Riviera Maya: Coba & Chichen Itza Ruins with Cenote Swim - The long ride from the Riviera Maya
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Riviera Maya: Coba & Chichen Itza Ruins with Cenote Swim

12.Coba & Chichen Itza Ruins with Cenote Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 627 reviews · 12 hours · from $971

You’ll visit Coba and Chichen Itza with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, swim at Cenote Chichikan, eat a Mexican buffet if selected, and make a short Valladolid stop. Early departures help you reach Coba and the cenote before the heaviest crowds. Guides such as Juan, Rodrigo, Ramiro, and Arturo bring the Maya story to life.

“Effecient pick up with the tour operator contacting us regularly wiyh updates before hand. The coach was modern and comfortable. Coba was beautiful as the temples are hidden in a forest, but as we only had just over 1hr to see the site, we took a local tricycle tour, which was really nice as we got to have some more infor and also practise our spanish. Next was Chichen Itza which was really hot and crowded with tourists and traders. Beware, take bug spray! We had a quick guided tour ofthis location then some free time for photos. Next was the cenote that included a buffet lunch and tequilla tasting.…”

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Tulum and Coba with Cenote Swim and Lunch from Cancun - The morning ride from Cancun to Tulum
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Tulum and Coba with Cenote Swim and Lunch from Cancun

13.Tulum and Coba with Cenote Swim and Lunch from Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 595 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend about 11 hours visiting cliff-top Tulum, jungle-covered Coba, and Cenote Kuxtal, with a guide, buffet lunch, and transport. Guides such as Tony, Mundo, Celene, and Zeferino have earned strong praise, but expect long drives, extra fees, and a late lunch.

“This trip is a long one so prepare yourself for a LOT of driving! We had a great guide, Tony, and driver, Pepe. The ruins were all very interesting. Glad we opted for bicycle taxi at Coba since the whole trip was a lot of walking. The buffet was very rustic and food not really to our liking. It was an incredibly hot and humid day in October so that affected our experience as well. There was a Mayan shaman at the Cenote who performed a cleansing ceremony which was cool until he picked all the obvious non-hispanic looking people to receive a piece of obsidian jewelry for a hefty…”

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Private Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote Adventure - Akumal and the turtle encounter
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Private Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote Adventure

14.Private Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 581 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $375

Travel privately from Playa del Carmen to Tulum, Akumal, and a freshwater cenote with your own guide and driver. Expect Mayan architecture, sea turtles, tropical fish, cave swimming, tacos, and flexible help from guides such as Claudia, Carlos, Alma, or JP.

“Great tour! Excellent guide and the photos were terrific. We weren't rushed at any point... would do this again and recommend it highly!”

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Chichen Itza, Coba & Cenote with optional Lunch & Hotel Pick-up - Chichén Itzá and the great pyramid
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Chichen Itza, Coba & Cenote with optional Lunch & Hotel Pick-up

15.Chichen Itza, Coba & Cenote with optional Lunch & Hotel Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 538 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $72

Set out before dawn with a certified guide such as Ramiro, Carmen, or Juam for Coba, Chichén Itzá, a cenote swim, buffet lunch, and a short Valladolid visit. The 12-hour group tour includes site admissions and transport, while hotel pickup, lunch, taxes, lockers, and life vests depend on the package selected.

“I was told by their agent that the tour includes hotel pick up so I paid for it. After payment, the itinerary shows no hotel pick up and need to meet 30km away from where we are! I told them to cancel it and asked for full refund since I couldn’t go to that pick up location. I told the agent if he told me about the truth, I wouldn’t book this tour. I asked them to refund and now viator agents and tour guide agents says they can’t. What a SCAM!!!! They can only say THEY CAN’t PROCESS THE REFUND??? Why???? I am very mad about this trying to…”

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