Culture & history tours in Cancun
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Discover the most beautiful Mexican attractions in just one day, with a guided excursion that gives you the chance to visit Tulum, a Mayan village, Cenotes and Playa del Carmen.
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lasts 13 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 68
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US$ 68
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Visit the most important highlights of the Yucatán Peninsula: Chichén Itzá, the beautiful colonial city of Valladolid and the Saamal Cenote.
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up to 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 60
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US$ 60
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Enjoy a day of exciting adventures in the depths of the Quintana Roo jungle. Get ready to experience the adrenaline-filled ziplines deep in the jungle, drive ATVs, and swim in a Mayan cenote.
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lasts 4 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 60
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US$ 60
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Enjoy a full-day tour excursion from Cancun and Riviera Maya to visit Las Coloradas, a unique place with a pink lake.
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lasts 13 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 98
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US$ 98
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Holbox Island is a holiday within a holiday. On this private tour, you'll visit Isla Pasion on a boat trip, enjoy lunch at a five-star eco resort and enjoy a golf buggy tour of the island. Ariel, one of our local guides on this tour, says, ‘Holbox is a habitat for more than 300 endemic and migratory bird species. It's also something of a playground, with activities such as speedboats and beach buggies.'Board your boat at Chiquila – piloted by a local fisherman – and be whisked off on a two-hour coastal tour. Every other company uses the local ferry. Your guide will point out places known for their wildlife – some 150 bird species have been spotted on the island – and explain what efforts are being made to preserve this habitat. For three decades, Holbox has been part of Yum Balam Nature Reserve. And if you're doing the tour between June and September, you may be lucky enough to catch sight of the island's flamboyant flamingos.Plus, you'll discover the beauty of the secluded beaches of tiny Isla Pasion – Holbox itself boasts 36km of white-sand strands – before heading to the eco-resort for lunch followed by downtime on the sunloungers. Once your batteries are recharged, you'll hop into a golf buggy -the island's 1,000 residents don't use cars – for some fun exploring the surrounding area. To round off your visit to the island, we'll make our way to Holbox's main square for some free time – it's a great opportunity to pick up some souvenirs or sample local food.
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at least 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 169
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US$ 169
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Discover the main archaeological site of the Yucatan Peninsula on this 11-hour full-day tour to Chichen Itza. Also, you will visit and swim in a sacred cenote, and explore the colonial town of Valladolid.
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lasts 11 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 40
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US$ 40
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This adults-only tour has a healthy fifty-fifty mix of culture and chilling out time. You'll firstly explore the Maya ruins of Tulum, the only site by the sea, then while away the remaining hours at the exclusive Nopalito lagoon, where you can relax and try out some paddleboarding and kayaking.
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4 hours - 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 128
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US$ 128
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This exclusive private tour ensures you'll be one of the first visitors through the gates to explore the Yucatan's best-preserved archaeological site – the ancient ruins of Tulum. A guided tour is followed by a visit to a turtle beach, a swim in an underground cave and a stop by a typical Mayan community.
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4 hours - 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 69
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US$ 69
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A journey deep into the Yucatán jungle to discover the ancient Maya city of Coba. You'll learn about their enigmatic culture, see the Great Pyramid, meet local villagers and swim in a sacred cenote
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at least 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 139
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US$ 139
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The ancient ruins of Chichen Itza are one of Mexico's must-visits. This exclusive experience lets you see the site before the crowds arrive and tour the complex with an expert guide. Then, delve into the depths of the Mayan underworld with a cenote swim and visit a traditional Maya village for lunch.
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at least 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 134
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US$ 134
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Get a head start and skip the crowds on an early-access tour to Chichen Itza and explore the epicenter of the ancient Mayan civilization at your own pace.
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lasts 12 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 250
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US$ 250
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The jewel in the Yucatán crown, Chichen Itza is an archaeological site brimming with ancient Maya ruins, temples and pyramids. An early morning start awaits as you traverse deep into the Yucatán peninsula to tour the site. You'll also journey into the Mayan underworld at a cenote and visit a traditional Maya village. Lunch is included, too.
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at least 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 158
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US$ 158
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Explore the ancient ruins of Chichen Itza, visit the charming town of Piste and marvel at Cenote Ik Kil, a site used by the Maya to pray to the rain god.
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lasts 10 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 65
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US$ 65
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On holiday, it can be tough to tear yourself away from the hotel pool or the all-inclusive bar. But with this trip, you can spend the morning at one of Mexico's must-see sights and still be back for lunch. Tour the ancient Maya ruins of Tulum with an expert guide, followed by free time to explore on your own.
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2 hours - 4 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 78
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US$ 78
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Ancient ruins, turtle beaches and swimming in underground caves make this an action-packed morning of adventure. A guided tour of one of Mexico's most important historical sites is followed by a visit to a traditional Mayan community. What's more, you'll get the chance to take a refreshing dip in a cenote too.
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2 hours - 4 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 84
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US$ 84
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Holbox Island offers 36km of pristine white beaches washed by emerald green seas. On this exclusive TUI excursion, you'll tour spots like Isla Pasion and Punta Mosquito on a private boat, enjoy lunch at a five-star eco resort and more. And there's also golf buggy tour of the island to look forward to.
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at least 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 171
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US$ 171
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History and nature are on your doorstep in Cancun. And this full day tour to Tulum and Xel-Há takes you to two spectacular attractions. In the morning, you'll step back in time to the Maya period at the archaeological site of Tulum while your afternoon takes in the natural wonderland of Xel-Há.You'll learn everything there is to know about Maya culture with a guided tour around the fascinating archaeological site of Tulum, located looking out to sea on the coast of Quintana Roo. Your guide will reveal all the site's secrets and tales as you admire ancient buildings framed by the bright blue sea.Then the afternoon is for relaxation, action and adventure. You'll be dropped off at Xel-Há, where you'll have free time to snorkel, eat and drink as much as you want from the Mexican buffet, and take part in exciting activities such as aquatic ziplines, cliff jumps and rope games. Then, lie back on a hammock and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the Mexican Caribbean – bliss.
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4 hours - 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 149
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US$ 149
Culture and adventure go together perfectly on this tour. Start with a visit to the archaeological site of Coba. You'll have free time to explore and even climb Nohoch Mul, the tallest Mayan pyramid in the Yucatan Peninsula. Then, head to Rio Secreto Nature Reserve. End the afternoon treading and swim through a unique system of underground rivers and ancient caverns.
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4 hours - 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 105
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US$ 105
Discover the fascinating history of the Coba archaeological site with a certified guide. See the beautiful area surrounded by lagoons and numerous cenotes.
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lasts 2 hours 30 minutes
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Free cancellation
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US$ 109
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US$ 109
The palette of colours that is the Yucatan sparkles on this wildlife-rich tour. Historic Valladolid, a crocodile refuge, Las Coloradas salt pans and the flamingos of the Rio Lagartos lagoon are the stars of this tour. Plus, you'll get to pamper yourself in a traditional Maya bath and enjoy lunch by the sea. Fernando, one of our local guides, says, ‘Because of their colour and grace, the flamingos are awesome to look at. But it's the crocodiles that fascinate me. You get to find out just how important they are to the local eco-system.'Colonial-era Valladolid is the early morning mood setter. This city radiates from a main square fringed with pastel-coloured single and two-storey homes with traditional grilled windows. Stroll through the old town, stopping for pics at sights such as the church of St Servacio or the Convent of St Bernardino of Siena. We'll then head to the moreletii crocodile sanctuary, where you'll learn all about these endemic reptiles. Then it's on to Las Coloradas, so named because of the pink hues given by the salt pans as they evaporate. Fernando says, ‘When the sky is cloudless and contrasts with the water, it's like seeing a masterpiece for the first time.'We rev it up a bit next with a boat trip to Rio Lagartos lagoon, a habitat for flamingos. Observe these elegant birds wading in shallow waters and take some snaps. There's an exfoliating mud bath to look forward before dropping into a family-owned restaurant for a lunch made from locally sourced products.
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Free cancellation
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US$ 168
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US$ 168
Discover the archaeological Mayan site of Tulum and take a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of the Kin Ha cenote.
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up to 5 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 49
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US$ 49
Book this tour to discover the impressive beauty of the archaeological site of Chichen Itza. Visit two cenotes and the town of Valladolid.
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lasts 12 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 110
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US$ 110
There's nothing else quite like Xcaret in Riviera Maya. And with this evening ticket, you'll have the added bonus of the Xcaret México Espectacular show. But first, you can swim in the underground rivers, admire the Horse Exhibition and immerse yourself in jungle life before sitting down for the main show.Located by the sea near Playa del Carmen, Xcaret boasts more than 50 attractions that take you through the heart of the jungle in many different ways. You'll have a couple of hours to get a taster of the action at the Coral Reef Aquarium and Butterfly Pavilion, or walk through caves, archaeological sites and a Maya village. You can even dive into the water on an underground river swim, or set off on the tropical jungle trail.And when night falls, you'll be treated to the Xcaret México Espectacular, a light and colour show that takes you through the country's history. Over 300 artists will take to the stage of the Gran Tlachco theatre showing you dances and culture from different regions of Mexico.
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2 hours - 4 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 89
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US$ 89
Get the VIP treatment at Mexico's paradise playground, Isla Mujeres. Sail across the Caribbean for a day out at Garrafon Natural Reef Park. Kayaking, snorkelling, and high-flying ziplines are just a few of the experiences on offer. What's more, you've also got access to an exclusive beach club where you can hang out in a hammock, hit the buffet or enjoy the open bar.
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4 hours - 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 108
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US$ 108
Discover Bacalar on this full-day guided tour and indulge in a lunch dish included within a paradise atmosphere.
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lasts 12 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 105
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US$ 105