Top Playa del Carmen Cultural Tours - page 2

Combine a guided tour of the Mayan ruins at Tulum with a visit to the Casa Tortuga Cenote with this excursion. You'll start at Tulum, where you'll learn all about ancient Mayan culture from a professional expert. You’ll then head to Casa Tortuga Cenote, where you'll get the chance to go for a swim or even rent snorkeling equipment.

Set sail along the magnificent coastline of the Riviera Maya aboard a luxury catamaran and gaze at the soft hues of sunset. Relax with a cocktail from the open bar while you're served snacks by an expert crew and captain. Hotel transport is provided from most hotels for this excursion.

Combine a visit to stunning Isla Mujeres with a fun-filled cruise on the Carribean Sea during this shared full-day excursion. Your boat comes equipped with an open bar with unlimited drinks, games and contests, and a tasty buffet-style lunch. Enjoy a quick snorkel with masks and equipment provided at Punta Sam Reef before free time to shop, stroll along the island, or take a swim in a private beach club.

Spend a day exploring ancient Maya cities and an underground pool on a full-day tour from Playa del Carmen to Chichen Itza, and Ek Balam. Visiting both Maya sites offers the chance to experience the most iconic ruins in the Yucatan, then tour a lesser-visited gem with vivid frescoes and a fascinating history. This tour includes pickup and drop-off in Playa del Carmen, entrance fees, breakfast and lunch, and it’s limited to 15 people for a personalized experience.

Combine ziplining, snorkeling, and ATV-riding during a single 8-hour adventure from Riviera Maya. Supervision from an outdoors guide will ensure your safety and comfort during all activities. Lunch and round-trip hotel transportation included.

If you’ve always wanted to learn how to scuba dive, consider this comprehensive PADI certification course in Playa del Carmen. The three-day program includes classroom training, two pool dives, two cenote dives, and two open water dives in the Caribbean Sea. Trainings take place in the mornings, leaving plenty of time to explore more of the area in the afternoon and evenings. After completing the course, you are qualified to dive anywhere in the world up to 60 feet. Hotel pickup and drop-off every day is included. 

Learn about ancient Mayan culture, marvel at natural wonders, and get your adrenaline pumping on this Emotions Native Park Adventure from Playa del Carmen. Ride through the jungle on an ATV, soar through the trees on a zip-line, swim in a cenote, and take part in a traditional Mayan blessing ceremony. A typical snack is included.

Explore the archaeological site of Chichen Itza on this all-day guided tour from Playa del Carmen. Along the way, stop at a sacred cenote, an  underground cave, and go for a swim, then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. From there, head to Chichen Itza, an important complex of Mayan ruins. On the return trip, visit the colonial city of Valladolid.

Save time and money by pre-booking this shared transfer service from Cancun's international airport to Playa del Carmen. A representative will be waiting for you when you arrive, making it easy to find your shuttle. Best of all, you won't have to wait more than half an hour for other riders before you head out to your final destination.

Journey into the heart of the jungle for an afternoon of Maya culture and adventure activities. Start your day with a Maya purification ceremony in a local village, then set out into the rainforest on foot en route to a vast underground river network. Snorkel along its waters and through its Suess-like caves, then depart via 4X4 for a ziplining and rappelling experience. Wind down from your thrill ride with a buffet lunch of traditional Maya cuisine. Includes round-trip Playa del Carmen transport.

Set sail along the Riviera Maya on this half-day cruise from Puerto Aventuras and admire the views from the water. The large catamaran is never more than 50% capacity, leaving plenty of space to lounge on the deck or relax in the nets. Stop along the way to swim and snorkel in the Caribbean Sea, tuck into a delicious lunch on board, and perhaps even try your hand at fishing.

The ancient archaeological site of Chichen Itza is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enhance your experience of Mexico’s iconic landmark on a day trip from Tulum, which includes lunch and a cenote visit. Plunge into the refreshing waters of Cenote Saamal, capture photographs of Chichen Itza highlights including the Kukulkan Pyramid, and feast on a buffet lunch inspired by Mexican classics. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tulum are included.  

Discover the white sand beaches and turquoise waters of Holbox Island on a day trip from the Riviera Maya. Take a boat ride on a lagoon, explore the Yum Balam Nature Reserve, and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Enhance your experience of In-Ha’s remarkable reefs on a private 4-hour snorkeling tour on a luxurious yacht. While a courteous crew respond to your needs, you’ll sail on the iridescent Caribbean Sea and snorkel with turtles and manta rays in a protected reef. Revitalize with flavorsome ceviche on boar your yacht before exploring a nearby beach or reclining on the spacious sundeck. Additionally, enjoy unlimited drinks from an open, on-board bar and receive undivided attention from your crew on this private tour.

Get beyond the tourist restaurants on a 3-hour culinary walking tour of Playa del Carmen, as you discover the city’s locally-owned cafes and street food stalls. Come hungry for tastings and drinks at five locations, and get an insider introduction to the Playa del Carmen food scene.

Spend a full day exploring the highlights of the Riviera Maya on a small-group tour that takes you to Coba, Cenote Choj Ha, Tulum, and Paradise Beach. Take a refreshing swim in the fresh waters of Choj Ha Cenote; learn about the history and archaeology of Tulum; and relax on the sands of Paradise Beach or splash in the Caribbean Sea near the ruins of Tulum. Your guide shares commentary about the Yucatan region with your small group, which is limited to no more than 15 participants.

The ancient Maya city of Tulum draws travelers from around the world that want to visit this celebrated archeological site and its 13th century architecture. You can visit this must-see attraction in just a few hours on this express Tulum tour, where you explore the sights with a guide. You can uncover the history of this storied city, learn about Maya culture, and enjoy hassle-free travel from select Yucatán Peninsula hotels.

Visit the archaeological site at Tulum and visit the Xunaan-Ha and Taak Bi Ha Cenotes with a professional, private guide. This package includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, guide services, and all entry fees, and snorkeling equipment will be available for you to borrow at no extra cost.

Visit the archeological site of Chichen Itza, a cenote, and the city of Valladolid with this private tour. Your guide will take you to Chichen Itza bright and early so that you’ll have plenty of time to explore before it gets too hot out. You'll then visit a cenote for a refreshing dip and spend time in the city of Valladolid before returning to Playa del Carmen.

Discover the essence of the ancient Maya civilization on this full-day excursion to Coba and the Tulum ruins. This Cancun Super Saver takes you to explore Tulum's ruins with an expert guide, then jump into a rejuvenating underground cenote. Tour Coba, a once-thriving Maya village deep in the rain forest. Enjoy Yucatanean specialties at a buffet lunch and round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel. Mayan pyramid Nohoch Mul is still visited. But Travelers will not be able to climb it due to the pandemic restrictions.  

There's no need to go to the expense of car hire when you book this affordable tour that hits two Tulum highlights in a day—the beachfront archaeological site and a cenote in the jungle. Start with a guided visit to the archaeological site, backed by the turquoise Caribbean, then snorkel and swim in the Xunaan-Ha Cenote (conservation fee applies). Add pickup and drop-off direct from your hotel for maximum ease.

Enjoy this extraordinary full-day adventure at Chichen Itza. Immerse yourself in a captivating night show that unveils the secrets of the Mayan civilization like never before. Amidst the enchanting beauty of the Yucatan Peninsula, discover the Hubiku Cenote and its shimmering waters. Take a refreshing plunge into the crystalline depths and engage in enlightening conversations with your guide about the creation of these jungle-fringed oases. Restore your vitality with a delectable buffet of authentic Yucatán delicacies.

Tour Tulum with an expert guide who will teach you all about the Mayan culture, at the end use free time to explore and take photos on your own. Afterwards, swim and relax in our 2 incredible locations: Cenote Mariposa and Cenote Chen Ha (Caverna)