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Day Trips from Playa del Carmen

Our pick: Tulum & Coba Ruins, Multun-Ha Cenote & Mayan Museum Day Trip — US$ 95 (10h, 4.74★ · 774). Best value: Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid: Guided Day Trip with Lunch — US$ 49 (12h–14h, 4.50★ · 195).

4.7 10 experiences from US$ 49 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid: Guided Day Trip with Lunch
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✓ 2026-09-29
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid: Guided Day Trip with LunchBest valueUS$ 49 p.p.
US$ 49
12h–14h4.50★ · 195free+US$ 45 on site
Tulum & Coba Ruins Day Trip with Cenote Swim & LunchUS$ 75 p.p.
US$ 75
12h4.49★ · 194free—
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & LunchUS$ 83 p.p.
US$ 83
12h–13h4.67★ · 185free+US$ 89 on site
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & LunchUS$ 85 p.p.
US$ 85
12h4.56★ · 268free—
Tulum & Coba Ruins, Multun-Ha Cenote & Mayan Museum Day TripOur pickUS$ 95 p.p.
US$ 95
10h4.74★ · 774free+US$ 50 on site
Chichen Itza & Valladolid: Private Day Trip with Cenote SwimUS$ 187 p.p.
US$ 187
10h–11h4.98★ · 496free+US$ 86 on site
Tulum Ruins & Cenotes Day Trip: Swim Two CenotesUS$ 190 p.p.
US$ 190
12h—free+US$ 17 on site
Chichén Itzá & Cenote: Tequila Distillery Day Trip from Playa del CarmenUS$ 229 p.p.
US$ 229
12h—free—
Chichen Itza, Cenote Suytun & Valladolid: Private Day Trip with LunchTop ratedUS$ 320 p.p.
US$ 320
7h–8h5.00★ · 243free+US$ 80 on site
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam: Private Day Trip with Cenote SwimUS$ 400 p.p.
US$ 400
12h5.00★ · 74free—

Real price per person across the 10 options: US$ 49–US$ 400 (median US$ 95). With an extra fee to pay on site: 6 of 10. With 100+ reviews: 7 of 10.

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Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & Lunch
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Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.56 (268)12hYou’ll wander Chichen Itza’s ancient stones with a local guide, swim in Saamal Cenote’s cool waters, climb Ek Balam’s Acropolis for wild jungle views, and share a Yucatecan lunch with your group. Expect honest stories, small surprises, and moments that stay with you long after you’ve rinsed off the cenote water.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 85View ›
Tulum & Coba Ruins Day Trip with Cenote Swim & Lunch
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Tulum & Coba Ruins Day Trip with Cenote Swim & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.49 (194)12hYou’ll stand where Mayan traders watched the Caribbean at Tulum, climb through shaded jungle paths at Coba, taste local dishes for lunch, and dive into a crystal-clear cenote—all with a guide who brings history to life. Expect moments that stick with you long after you’ve dried off.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 75View ›
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & Lunch
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Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (185)12h–13hYou’ll walk among ancient pyramids at Chichen Itza and Ek Balam with a local guide who brings Mayan stories to life, cool off in a crystal-clear cenote surrounded by jungle sounds, and share a hearty Yucatecan lunch with your group. Expect moments of awe—and maybe even silence—you’ll carry home with you.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 83View ›
Chichén Itzá & Cenote: Tequila Distillery Day Trip from Playa del Carmen
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Chichén Itzá & Cenote: Tequila Distillery Day Trip from Playa del Carmen12hYou start at a working tequila distillery, taste the product, then spend nearly two hours exploring Chichén Itzá's pyramid and stone temples with a guide who knows the history. The day ends with a swim in an underground cenote before returning to Playa del Carmen. Private transport, drinks, and small-group pacing mean you're not managing logistics yourself—just showing up and moving through the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want the major Yucatán highlights—tequila, pyramid, cenote—in one day without arranging transport, entry fees, or timing yourself. The fixed schedule and private vehicle mean you show up and move through the day without managing logistics.Free cancellationKids −40%fromUS$ 229View ›
Tulum Ruins & Cenotes Day Trip: Swim Two Cenotes
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Tulum Ruins & Cenotes Day Trip: Swim Two Cenotes12hA day trip from Playa del Carmen visits Tulum's archaeological zone with a one-hour guided tour, stops at the Mother Nature Monument in Tulum City, swims at Cenote Dos Ojos for two and a half hours and at Grand Cenote for one hour, and includes a traditional Mexican meal at a restaurant. Round-trip hotel pickup and bilingual guides in English and Spanish are included; the order of stops may shift depending on conditions.Is it for me?This tour works for anyone who wants the Tulum ruins, cenote swimming and a full day of stops arranged without building the itinerary themselves—the fixed schedule and included transport mean the day holds together, and the two cenote swims back-to-back let you experience both the jungle-set Cenote Dos Ojos and the calmer Grand Cenote in one outing.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 190View ›
Chichen Itza & Valladolid: Private Day Trip with Cenote Swim
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Chichen Itza & Valladolid: Private Day Trip with Cenote Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (496)10h–11hYou’ll start your private day trip from your hotel before sunrise for early access to Chichen Itza with a certified guide—no crowds or lines. Stroll through colorful Valladolid and taste real Yucatecan food before cooling off in a hidden cenote near town. This isn’t rushed or crowded; it’s just you, your guide, and time to actually take it all in.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −20%fromUS$ 187View ›
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam: Private Day Trip with Cenote Swim
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Chichen Itza & Ek Balam: Private Day Trip with Cenote Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (74)12hYou’ll wake up early for Chichen Itza before crowds arrive, climb Ek Balam’s pyramid above jungle treetops, taste Yucatecan flavors over lunch in Valladolid, and cool off swimming in a freshwater cenote—all with private transport and a local guide who keeps things real.Free cancellationKids −64%fromUS$ 400View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 10 of the 10 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Tulum & Coba Ruins, Multun-Ha Cenote & Mayan Museum Day Trip is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.74 out of 5 across 774 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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