Top Riviera Maya & the Yucatan Archaeology Tours - page 4

Ideal for travelers short on time, this packed tour visits Chichén Itzá, Valladolid, and a cenote in one day. After pickup in Cancun, head to the ancient Maya ruins of Chichén Itzá, where you’ll explore both with a guide and on your own. Then, swim in the waters of Cenote Saamal, among the most beautiful cenotes in the Yucatan Peninsula. Finish the tour by heading to Valladolid, known for its Spanish colonial architecture, where you’ll spend roughly one hour exploring.

Visit the Tulum ruins and the Yucatán Peninsula cenotes the easy way, with this day trip from Cancun. After a pickup direct from your hotel, you’ll travel to the Tulum archaeological site to explore, then spend time at the cenotes where snorkel equipment and even a Maya-style lunch is provided. Note that entry to the Tulum archaeological site is extra.

Swap the crowds and hassle of most typical group tours for a private and personalized experience of the Mayan ruins of Tulum. As well as exploring the archaeological zone with a guide who can explain its history and significance, you will have to opportunity to enjoy free time and, if you choose, visit some of the nearby cenotes.

This full-day tour from Cancun packs a sightseeing punch—see Valladolid, a 16th-century colonial city, visit the ancient Maya civilization of Chichen Itza, a UNESCO Site, and have a chance to participate in an ancient Mayan purification ritual of Temazcal guided by a real shaman. In the archaeological zone, admire the Kukulkan pyramid and the Temple of Warriors. A guide explains the cultural importance of the landmarks you stroll past. Spend leisurely time relaxing in the peaceful cenote of Ik-Kil. With round-trip hotel transport, this is a hassle-free experience you don’t want to miss.

Experience some of the Yucatan’s most exciting and exhilarating activities with a Cancun Combo tour. Select from four outstanding options, visiting captivating attractions such as Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Xplor and Chichen Itza. Immerse yourself in the natural and historical majesty of some of Mexico’s best aquatic, adventure and archeological parks, touring ancient sites and legendary landmarks with a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Yucatan hotel is included, in addition to delicious food and drinks inspired by local specialties. Simply take your two selected tours with 15 days of each other to enjoy this excellent economical offer.

We will visit one of the most important Mayan sites; with a unique approach, where you can travel to the center of the ancient and sacred place. We will have the first stop at one of the New 7 Wonders of the world, the Spectacular Chichén Itzá. Add an incredible touch of culture, adventure and Mexican flavor to your vacation. We will transport all your senses to the origin of regional cuisine in a unique gastronomic demonstration -which is one of the greatest Mayan legacies-. Delight yourself with flavors and aromas. Live the tradition of the use of plants, vegetables and local fauna that transcends borders and symbolizes the culinary diversity of Mexico. Cool off and relax in the “IK KIL” cenote where its deep blue water will amuse you with the clearest water that mother earth offers. Without a doubt, the most amazing cenote in the Yucatan peninsula. Expect an urban tourism stop in the town of Valladolid, a small and quiet place full of culture. Gastronomic demonstration of Mayan cuisine

Depart Playa del Carmen for a day of cultural experience and adrenaline-inducing activities. Begin with a visit to Tulum, an ancient Maya coastal city that's home to archaeological remains and sandy beaches. Then visit a modern-day Maya community before entering the jungle to explore two vast underground river systems. Snorkel their cavern waters. Wind down with a buffet lunch of delicious Maya cuisine.

Get a different perspective on the Yucatán region than the beaches and bars of Cancún. This day tour takes you to see the Maya city of Chichén Itzá, the colonial architecture of Valladolid, and to cool off with a dip in a cenote. Includes a buffet lunch with an open bar

Discover one of the new seven wonders of the world on a day trip to the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. Traveling with a group tour simplifies the trip and enables busy travelers to see the UNESCO-listed site without worrying about transportation or logistics. Plus, this efficiently organized tour includes time for a stop to swim in a cenote (underground river) and the chance to explore the historic city of Valladolid.

In this adventure you have four tours in Cancun on the same day! After doing a tour in Tulum we will visit another interesting Mayan ruin. After swimming in the cenote we will take you to Fifth Avenue in Playa del Carmen; there you can explore its interesting pedestrian corridor, shop at its handicraft stalls, boutiques and stores, or enjoy a coffee or a drink in its countless establishments with a bohemian spirit.

Get picked up from your hotel early in the morning to get to the Tulum site before the crowds and the heat of the day.  Your archeological guide will give you a tour of the ruins, where you learn about the history of the excavated sites and Quintana Roo. There is time for shopping at the souvenir vendors before returning to your hotel.

Visit the archaeological site at Chichen Itza with a professional guide and have time left over to visit the Saamal Cenote and check out the city of Valladolid on this group tour. Shared transportation and admission fees are included, as is a buffet lunch featuring a wide variety of regional dishes.

Discover one of the most important archaeological sites in Mexico, Chichen Itza, with this full-day excursion. Take a bus tour from Cancun to Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the Yucatan Peninsula. Learn about the Mayan ruins and the stories of the people who lived there during your visit. The itinerary includes a stop at other places of interest such as Valladolid and the Saamal cenote.

This comprehensive tour combines two significant archeological sites of the Yucatán Peninsula: Chichen Itza and Ek Balam. Let a guide accompany you and a small group around the ruins and explain their significance. This day trip from Playa del Carmen includes hotel transport, a buffet lunch plus a swim in Cenote Hubiku.

Combine ancient temples with a cenote and sea turtles on a full-day, private tour that includes an a la carte lunch at a local restaurant. An early morning departure means cooler temperatures and fewer crowds during your private tour of Tulum archeological site, which is followed by stops to snorkel in a cenote and swim with sea turtles.

Visit the Maya ruins of Chacchoben without having to arrange transportation directly from your cruise ship in Mahahual. With this half-day experience, you're taken directly from the port to the ruins— that should leave you with peace of mind and a little more time to explore the archaeological site’s temples ancient homes and other structures. You’ll also have the chance to spot tropical birds and spider monkeys at the archaeological site.

See the city of Chichen Itza through the perspective on the Church of Latter-day Saints on this tour, led by a Latter-day Saints guide. Hear theories about why some Latter-day Saints followers believe the UNESCO-listed ruins to be the basis of the Book of Mormon, and then finish up the day with a buffet lunch and refreshing swim.

Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Yucatan’s most important Mayan remains, lies almost three hours’ drive from Cancun. Skip the self-drive stress and relax on this comfortable day trip which includes a guided tour, a stop at one of the finest Mayan cenotes, and the chance to explore the beautiful colonial town of Valladolid. Your day includes lunch and site entrance, but local fees and surcharges apply.

Visit one of the 7 wonders of the modern world complemented by admission to a beautiful cenote in the region and a stop at the magical city of Valladolid, one of the magical towns of Mexico. The perfect combination to make this cultural experience an unforgettable memory.

Spend some time beyond Cancun exploring Ek Balam, one of the Yucatán's newer excavation sites. Embark on a guided tour of this ancient Mayan wonder, learning its history, wandering among its plazas and even scaling its main pyramid for incredible jungle views. Then continue on to Cenote Maya Park, where your choices for adventure are endless. Take a refreshing dip in natural pool, zipline through tropical forest canopy, rappel into a cave or shop for handmade Maya crafts. Savor a delicious meal of traditional Maya eats before returning to Cancun.

Explore the Riviera Maya on a day trip from Cancun, discovering ancient Maya ruins at Tulum, swimming in a cenote, climbing a pyramid near Coba, and even shopping in Playa del Carmen. For a convenient day out, round-trip transport direct from your hotel is included, along with a buffet-style lunch of regional food.

Discover the archaeological site of Chichen Itza on a full-day private tour. Learn about the history of the site and the ancient Mayan people from your informative guide. Then take a refreshing dip in a sacred cenote, a natural sinkhole. End the day with a tour around the city of Valladolid to get a feel for what colonial Mexico was like.

Take a thrilling ride into the Yucatán jungle on a full-day tour from Cancun. Begin your journey in Tulum, a coastal Maya city with ample ruins to explore. Then hike into the jungle to the Sac Actun and Nohoch Nah Chich cenotes—two vast underground river systems—and snorkel through their caves marveling at stalagmites and stalagmites. Travel to your next set of adventures: rappelling into a sinkhole and ziplining through the rainforest. Top it off with a traditional Maya lunch.