About this experience
It all starts with an exciting trip to the Mayan ruins of Tulum, where you will participate in a fascinating guided tour that will last approximately one hour. What makes it extraordinary? You will have the chance to capture stunning images with the clear blue sea as a backdrop, creating unforgettable memories.
But that is just the beginning of what characterizes our journey. In the evening, we will take you to a carefully chosen restaurant, where you can taste the exclusive local cuisine, highlighting the flavors of the region in an authentically delicious way. What truly sets us apart is our strong commitment to exploration.
Our next stop will take you to Cobá, the Mayan ruins, where you will enjoy a full hour of detailed research, allowing you to delve into the history and culture of this ancient civilization.
Afterwards, we will travel to Playa del Carmen, offering you the possibility of taking a leisurely stroll along Fifth Avenue.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- Round trip aboard our luxury air-conditioned panoramic buses or vans
- Visit to the "Muul'Ichi Ts'ono'ot" cenote. Swimming is allowed
- Tour (bilingual) to the archaeological sites of Tulúm and Cobá, free time to walk and take photos
- Certified guides specialized in archeology and Mayan culture who will accompany you during the tour
- Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
- Pick-up by shared transportation (from hotel or meeting point)
- Brief visit to "5ta Avenida" at Playa del Carmen downtown
Not included
- Drinks in the restaurant or lifejackets for cenote (This can be added with the pricing options)
- Local ecotaxes and service fee (765 MXN per traveler)
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick up tourists at their respective hotels. Later, we will go to Tulum, with a 2-hour journey. Our first stop will be in Tulum, the ancient Mayan city located on a cliff overlooking the Mexican Caribbean Sea. A specialized bilingual guide will share intriguing facts about the archaeological site, its historical relevance and the daily life of its inhabitants in its heyday. Learn about past cultures and theories about their disappearance. Here we will make a 90-minute visit. Afterwards, we will board the bus and head towards Cobá. The journey will last 1 hour.
The next step includes a visit to Cenote Muul Ichi Ts'ono'ot. These cenotes, characteristic of the Yucatan Peninsula, are natural sinkholes in limestone caves that were sacred to the ancient Mayans. Afterwards, you'll enjoy an authentic regional buffet lunch to recharge your batteries. Next, we will go to the archaeological zone of Cobá, with a 45-minute journey.
The Mayan ruins of Cobá, mostly still hidden under jungle foliage, are the site of the tallest pyramid in Yucatán. Climb to the top for jaw-dropping views. Listen to your guide recount the discovery of this site and admire the fusion between nature and man-made structures, as well as the links of the jungle with the ruins. We will enjoy a 1-hour visit. After concluding our exploration in Cobá, we will head to Playa del Carmen, with a journey of 1 hour and 45 minutes.
In Playa del Carmen, we will visit 5th Avenue for 45 minutes, where you can explore this charming place full of nightlife and shops. It is the perfect place to dine and shop. Finally, we will return to the hotels. The return trip, dropping off the last passenger, will have a maximum duration of 2 hours.
Meeting and pickup information
- 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 Cancun PUERTO MORELOS: • Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarket NOTE: 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 AM The 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. ***
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- J Capital Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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Areas to which the transportation service applies:
CANCUN:
• Downtown Cancun
• Hotel zone
• Puerto Juarez
• Playa Mujeres
• Costa Mujeres
• Puerto Cancun
PUERTO MORELOS:
• Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarket
NOTE:
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 AM
The 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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