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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Cancún

116 tours  ·  from $15

Everything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour - The road to Chichen Itza is part of the tour
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Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

1.Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24,293 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $45Our pick

Travel from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, or the Riviera Maya to Chichen Itza with a bilingual guide such as Cesar, Luis, Edwin, or Hugo. Visit Cenote Chichikan, eat a buffet lunch, and see Valladolid. Expect an early start, a large group, and possible shopping stops.

“Pros: 1 - Guide was nice, funny and knowledgeable. 2 - Not the most expensive tour out there 3 - Good mixture of activities Cons: 1 - A bit misleading; DONT choose hotel pick up if in PDC, they will charge you more and tell you to go to the meeting point anyways, DONT buy the all inclusive option, the difference is just the ticket to the site, DONT pay for skip the line, its practically the same line/time, DONT pay USD45 for the (2) tickets needed for the site, pay at the site instead, it's cheaper 2 - The itinerary includes several tourist traps, DONT buy anything as everything…”

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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch - Walking beneath El Castillo
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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

2.Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15,789 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $34

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Cancun, Riviera Maya, or Playa del Carmen to Chichen Itza, Cenote Chichikan, and Valladolid. Guides vary, with past departures led by Beto, Kevin, Marcela, Ramiro, and others. Expect an early start, a long bus ride, guided ruins, swimming, lunch, tequila tasting, and free time.

“Gabriel was a great driver we felt very safe . Kevin was a knowledgeable tour guide , very funny and had alot to talk about Mayan culture which was great . We got to chichen early to avoid the crowds , make sure to pay your taxes ahead of time . Alot of people trying to sell u things which is a little annoying since the trip was already expensive”

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Cancun: Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Lunch - Chichén Itzá: the main event in 2.5 hours
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Cancun: Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Lunch

3.Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,722 reviews · 12 hours · from $49

Travel from Cancún or Riviera Maya to Chichén Itzá with guides such as Rodrigo, Manuel, Kevin, or John. Expect a 12-hour day with a guided ruin visit, cenote swim, optional buffet lunch and tequila tasting, plus a short stop in Valladolid.

“This was wonderful! Tomas, Victor, and Manuel from Amigo Tours were simply exceptional. They made the trip so fun and everything was well communicated, explained, and made the whole day enjoyable and memorable!”

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Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting - The early start and the long ride from Cancun
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Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

4.Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,657 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $26Best value

Travel from Cancun or the Riviera Maya to Chichen Itza, Cenote Chichikan, and Valladolid on a 12-hour guided day. Expect about an hour of ruins commentary, free time for photos, a cenote swim, buffet lunch, tequila tasting, and a long bus ride. Guides such as Rafa, Cesar, Martin, and Hugo are frequently assigned.

“Amazing tour!!! Guides awesome and they had a lot of knowledge. I recommend bringing an umbrella. The cenotes in Yucatan are amazing!”

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Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch - The cenote swim is the best reason to go
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Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch

5.Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,406 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48

Ride an ATV through La Ruta de los Cenotes, swim for about 25 minutes in a natural cenote, fly across a short zipline circuit, then enjoy tequila, Mayan culture, and two tacos. Guides such as Allen, Raul, Julio, and Ernesto are praised for friendly service, but expect add-on offers.

“We upgraded to VIP tours and had a fantastic time. Don’t know how the “regular” tours work. But we were happy”

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Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun - Cooling off at Cenote Mariposa
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Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun

6.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, where a multilingual guide covers the main Maya ruins before you swim at Cenote Mariposa. Guides such as Luis Estraya, Carlos, Susana, and Freddie have earned praise, but confirm pickup details, added fees, and any Playa del Carmen stop before booking.

“got a call the night before the trip - that the tour will be cancelled- a reschule wasn’t possible coz i was just two days there. people shouldn’t offer tours when the are not planing to run it.”

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Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour Adventure - Manchones adds a larger reef setting
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Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour Adventure

7.Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,746 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $58

Spend about three hours snorkeling off Isla Mujeres at Lighthouse Reef, MUSA, and Manchones. Guides such as Diego, Ernesto, Uriel, and Alexis lead small groups with provided gear, then serve ceviche, snacks, water, and a margarita. Expect beautiful water, variable sea life, and some choppy conditions.

“This was the best experience of our trip! Diego, Danielson, and Ernesto were amazing. They actually cared about our experience and safety. Highly recommend!!”

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Tour to Chichen Itza-Tickets, food and cenote - The early bus ride from Cancun
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Tour to Chichen Itza-Tickets, food and cenote

8.Tour to Chichen Itza-Tickets, food and cenote

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,479 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $92

Start early from Cancun for Chichen Itza with archaeological guides Daniel and Roberto, a regional buffet, Saamal Cenote, and Valladolid. Shared air-conditioned transport, entrance fees, water, and free time are included. Expect a long but well-packed 13-hour day.

“The 13 hour day contained 6 hours of a comfortable bus. Spanish/english translation fast and a bit confusing for those with no spanish experience. Daniel did a nice job as guide/host. Roberto did a wonderful job on the site.as guide”

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Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat - From engine noise to Punta Nizuc snorkeling
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Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat

9.Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,444 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Drive a shared two-person speedboat through Nichupte Lagoon, then snorkel for about 30 to 40 minutes at Punta Nizuc. Guides such as Jorge and Carlos provide clear instruction and help beginners in the water. Bring cash for the $20 marine fee.

“Carlos was a fantastic teacher and guide. Would highly recommend taking this tour. Get to drive a boat, snorkel and be a part of a group that plays together.”

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Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel, Open bar and Transport - What to expect at El Meco Reef
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Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel, Open bar and Transport

10.Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel, Open bar and Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,275 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $85

Sail from Playa Tortugas to Isla Mujeres aboard a catamaran with guided snorkeling at El Meco Reef, drinks, music, buffet lunch, and time downtown. Guides such as Javier and Sergio help keep the day moving, though rough seas, crowded water, basic food, and transport issues can affect the experience.

“El Toucan was a great boat with great guides and staff. They kept the trip lively and fun Only suggestion would be to do a small snorkel guide for newcomers and improve the lifejackets.”

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Tour Chichen Itza 2 Cenotes Suytun and Ik-kil - Chichen Itza and the Temple of Kukulkan
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Tour Chichen Itza 2 Cenotes Suytun and Ik-kil

11.Tour Chichen Itza 2 Cenotes Suytun and Ik-kil

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,201 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $270

You’ll leave Cancun early for Chichen Itza, Cenote Suytun, Cenote Ik-Kil, and Valladolid in a group of up to 50 people. A bilingual guide, bus transport, sandwich, drinks, cenote admission, and Chichen Itza entry are included. Bring money for lockers, towels, and buffet drinks.

“Started at 7am and Got back 10:30PM. Many stops that were just for shopping. Not enough time for the important stops. White bread sandwich for breakfast.”

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Beachside Tacos & Town Tour with Tequila Tasting From Cancun - The main square, seaside sign, and free time
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Beachside Tacos & Town Tour with Tequila Tasting From Cancun

12.Beachside Tacos & Town Tour with Tequila Tasting From Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,113 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $45

Spend about four hours in Puerto Morelos with guides such as Karina, Carlos, Maui, or Rodolfo. Eat fish, shrimp, chicken, veggie, and Yucatecan pork tacos, learn about tequila, browse the flea market, and finish with handmade ice cream. Hotel pickup is included, but allow extra time for traffic and drop-offs.

“It was a great time, Carlos was amazing!! He made us feel safe, and was a great guide. I highly recommend going. We also had a good group of people that wanted to have fun.”

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4-in-1 Cenote Tour Guided Experience with Breakfast, Lunch & Wine - What the day feels like from pickup to lunch
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4-in-1 Cenote Tour Guided Experience with Breakfast, Lunch & Wine

13.4-in-1 Cenote Tour Guided Experience with Breakfast, Lunch & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,004 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $149

Spend about nine hours at Xenotes Oasis Maya with an English-speaking guide, visiting four very different cenotes. Swim, kayak, snorkel, rappel, zipline, and cliff jump, then enjoy breakfast and a picnic lunch with wine and beer. Guides such as Joshua, Aldo, and Adolfo are known for keeping the day lively and organized.

“Fantastic tour! Cenotes were beautiful, activities were amazing, tour is very well organized and the guides are fantastic and very helpful. This tour was a highlight of my trip, honestly can’t say enough good things about this day! Would 10/10 recommend this tour and would do it again.”

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Tulum, Coba, Cenote, and Mayan Ceremony Full-Day Tour plus Lunch - The morning pickup can take longer than expected
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Tulum, Coba, Cenote, and Mayan Ceremony Full-Day Tour plus Lunch

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

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

Spend a full day visiting Tulum’s coastal ruins and jungle-covered Coba, then cool off at Cenote Mariposa. Guides such as Mildred, Angel, Arturo, and Christian bring the sites to life. Expect long drives, late lunch, added entry fees, and a possible Mayan blessing ceremony.

“The van was old and uncomfortable. The space was too tight for 6 hrs drive, bilingual tours are tiresome for all involved, an earlier start would have given us more time at each location.”

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Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya - The long ride from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, or Tulum
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Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya

15.Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 929 reviews · 6 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $199

Set out early with a bilingual guide such as Dory, Pia, Diego, or Pepe, then ride a speedboat to whale shark waters. Swim in pairs, snorkel near Isla Mujeres, and finish with ceviche, guacamole, and warm water at Playa Norte. Hotel pickup is included, but expect a $20 government fee and optional wetsuit rental.

“Our tour was amazing! Fresh ceviche, yummy drinks, amazing views, once in a lifetime experiences, this made this excursion 10/10 alone. The service on top of everything made this experience ♾️/10!! Our guide Alex was so sweet and cool. The gentleman in the car that picked us up was also a great guide! He gave us so much interesting information about the wildlife. Overall, everyone took care of us like we were family. I am heavily impressed with everything. I’m 1000% recommending this tour to friends and family and if I come back to Cancun, I will do this tour again when it’s in season. Thank you guys so much!”

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