Tulum Ruins, Cobá Site, Cenote and Playa del Carmen, from Cancun

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14 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience four unforgettable sides of the Riviera Maya in one full-day shared tour from Cancun: the cliffside ruins of Tulum, the jungle atmosphere of Cobá, the refreshing waters of Cenote Muul Ichi Ts'ono'ot, and the lively energy of Playa del Carmen’s famous 5th Av.

Your journey begins with pickup in Cancun before heading toward Tulum, an ancient Maya city set above the Mexican Caribbean. With your bilingual guide, you’ll discover the stories, traditions, and mysteries behind this coastal archaeological site while enjoying one of the most scenic landscapes in the region.

The route continues toward Cobá, where jungle paths and ancient stone structures reveal a deeper, more hidden side of the Maya world. Along the way, enjoy a regional buffet lunch before cooling off in a beautiful cenote surrounded by natural limestone scenery. To close the day, enjoy free time on Playa del Carmen’s 5th Avenue, a vibrant pedestrian street filled with shops, restaurants, music, and Caribbean charm.

What's Included

  • Tour (bilingual) to the archaeological sites of Tulúm and Cobá, free time to walk and take photos
  • Visit to the Cenote "Muul'Ichi Ts'ono'ot" Swimming is allowed
  • Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
  • Drinks in the restaurant (This can be added with the pricing options)
  • Archeological zone and cenote taxes, and service fee: 765 MXN per traveler
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Meeting and Pickup

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We offer roundtrip transportation (from hotel or meeting point, as applicable) for all travelers who book this tour.Areas to which the transportation service applies:CANCUN: • Downtown Cancun • Hotel zone • Puerto Juarez • Playa Mujeres • Costa Mujeres • Puerto CancunPUERTO MORELOS: • Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarketNOTE: Some hotels or hotel complexes on the list do not allow access to the facilities, so pick-up at the closest possible access or entrance applies.NOTE 2: Some hotels or lodging centers are located in areas with difficult access (very narrow streets, alleys, streets in poor condition, blockages, or for security reasons), so pick-up at the closest possible point applies.NOTE 3: The exact pick-up time varies by hotel. Some estimated times are: Cancun: 6:40 AM / 7:40 AM Puerto Morelos: 7:30 AM / 8:30 AMThe time that appears on your ticket (7:00 AM) is the general pick-up time in Cancun, where our buses depart and pick up.*** If your hotel is not listed, please ask us if we can pick you up there, or what would be the closest possible meeting point. ****** You will receive a final confirmation message (one day before the scheduled date of your excursion) with the exact pick-up time and point, to your contact information. ***

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Cancun

Your experience begins with pickup at your accommodation or confirmed meeting point in Cancun. Once aboard the shared transportation, the day starts with the journey toward Tulum and Cobá, two remarkable archaeological sites that reveal different faces of the ancient Maya world.This first part of the experience sets the mood for a full day of history, nature, regional food, cenote waters, and the lively atmosphere of Playa del Carmen.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Zona Arqueologica De Tulum

The first major stop is Tulum, an ancient Maya city located on a cliff overlooking the Mexican Caribbean Sea. Its stone structures, coastal views, and historic setting create one of the most iconic scenes in the Riviera Maya.During the visit, a knowledgeable bilingual guide will share insights into the archaeological site, its cultural importance, and the daily life of its inhabitants during its most active period. Travelers will enjoy a guided visit and time to take photos, walk through the site, and appreciate the powerful contrast between ancient history and turquoise Caribbean waters.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Zona Arqueologica de Coba

Before exploring Cobá, travelers will enjoy a buffet lunch at a nearby restaurant, with time to taste regional dishes and traditional Mexican flavors. This meal adds a warm and local touch to the day before continuing deeper into the jungle side of the Riviera Maya.At Cobá, travelers will discover an archaeological site surrounded by dense vegetation, where nature and ancient stone paths create a more adventurous atmosphere than the coastal setting of Tulum. Your guide will share stories about the site’s discovery, importance, and connection to the wider Maya world while you explore one of the region’s most fascinating ruins.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cenote Muul ichi Ts'ono'ot

After the archaeological visits, the experience continues at Cenote Muul Ichi Ts'ono'ot, a natural limestone cave cenote where travelers can enjoy a refreshing swim in clear freshwater. This stop brings a peaceful and revitalizing change of rhythm after a morning of ruins, walking, and cultural discovery.Cenotes were meaningful places in ancient Maya culture, and this visit gives travelers the chance to connect with one of the most unique natural landscapes of the Yucatán Peninsula.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Playa del Carmen

The final visit takes travelers to Playa del Carmen’s famous 5th Avenue, one of the most lively pedestrian areas in the Riviera Maya. Here, travelers will have free time to walk, browse shops, take photos, enjoy the atmosphere, or simply feel the Caribbean energy of this popular coastal town.This stop adds a relaxed and social ending to the tour after a day filled with archaeology, nature, and regional flavors.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cancun

After the visit to Playa del Carmen, travelers will meet the guide again and board the transportation back toward Cancun. This final part of the day offers a quiet close to a complete Riviera Maya route filled with history, cenote waters, local food, jungle scenery, and Caribbean town life.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Since April 21, 2026, archaeological sites in Mexico have applied security restrictions that prevent visitors from entering with backpacks or luggage. We recommend bringing only the essential items needed for the visit, preferably belongings small enough to carry in your pockets or in a compact personal bag. Some exceptions may be accepted, such as diaper bags, but access approval depends entirely on the archaeological site security staff. We cannot assume responsibility for any belongings that are denied entry by site authorities. For this specific tour, however, travelers may leave their items inside the transportation vehicle during the scheduled visits.
  • For safety and security, the transportation vehicle may only be accessed at the boarding time officially indicated by the guide or staff. Guests cannot enter the vehicle ahead of time or remain inside while the rest of the group is visiting a stop, as personal belongings from other travelers may be stored there. This rule helps protect everyone’s items during the tour.
  • Important notice: This experience operates under a route planned for travelers staying in Cancun, Costa Mujeres, Puerto Morelos, and nearby northern Quintana Roo areas. Guests staying farther south, including Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, or Tulum, may still join the tour, but the itinerary must be adjusted. In these cases, the visit to Playa del Carmen is not included, because Playa del Carmen is normally the final stop before the transportation returns to the northern part of the state. For southern area pickups, the route and transportation logistics are handled separately. When booking from Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, or Tulum, the experience will include Tulum, Cobá, the cenote, and lunch only. The Playa del Carmen stop will be omitted. By reserving from the southern area of Quintana Roo, you confirm that you understand and accept this itinerary modification. You also agree that this adjustment does not qualify for any compensation, partial refund, full refund, credit, or reimbursement of any kind.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tulum Ruins, Cobá Site, Cenote and Playa del Carmen, from Cancun?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tour (bilingual) to the archaeological sites of Tulúm and Cobá, free time to walk and take photos
  • Visit to the Cenote "Muul'Ichi Ts'ono'ot" Swimming is allowed
  • Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
  • Pick-up by shared transportation
  • Round trip aboard our luxury air-conditioned panoramic buses
  • Brief visit to the charismatic city of Playa del Carmen "5ta Avenida"
  • Certified guides specialized in archeology and Mayan culture who will accompany you during the tour
  • Drinks in the restaurant (This can be added with the pricing options)
  • Archeological zone and cenote taxes, and service fee: 765 MXN per traveler

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Traveling with luggage requires previous confirmation from our team. Before your service, please contact us so we can review the vehicle assigned to your reservation and verify whether there is enough space available. Carrying luggage is not automatically authorized, and available space cannot be guaranteed.
  • Since April 21, 2026, archaeological sites in Mexico have applied security restrictions that prevent visitors from entering with backpacks or luggage. We recommend bringing only the essential items needed for the visit, preferably belongings small enough to carry in your pockets or in a compact personal bag. Some exceptions may be accepted, such as diaper bags, but access approval depends entirely on the archaeological site security staff. We cannot assume responsibility for any belongings that are denied entry by site authorities. For this specific tour, however, travelers may leave their items inside the transportation vehicle during the scheduled visits.
  • For safety and security, the transportation vehicle may only be accessed at the boarding time officially indicated by the guide or staff. Guests cannot enter the vehicle ahead of time or remain inside while the rest of the group is visiting a stop, as personal belongings from other travelers may be stored there. This rule helps protect everyone’s items during the tour.
  • Important notice: This experience operates under a route planned for travelers staying in Cancun, Costa Mujeres, Puerto Morelos, and nearby northern Quintana Roo areas. Guests staying farther south, including Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, or Tulum, may still join the tour, but the itinerary must be adjusted. In these cases, the visit to Playa del Carmen is not included, because Playa del Carmen is normally the final stop before the transportation returns to the northern part of the state. For southern area pickups, the route and transportation logistics are handled separately. When booking from Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, or Tulum, the experience will include Tulum, Cobá, the cenote, and lunch only. The Playa del Carmen stop will be omitted. By reserving from the southern area of Quintana Roo, you confirm that you understand and accept this itinerary modification. You also agree that this adjustment does not qualify for any compensation, partial refund, full refund, credit, or reimbursement of any kind.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).

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