Private Transfer Bacalar to Tulum: Optional Sightseeing Stops

A driver who knows the route handles the luggage and the road while you choose where to stop.

A private transfer from Bacalar to Tulum with an English-speaking local driver and air-conditioned vehicle. You choose your pickup time and hotel, and can add up to 6 hours of optional sightseeing at Sian Ka'an or Chunyaxché along the way. The driver handles luggage and all logistics, and bottled water is included. Entry fees at sightseeing stops are optional.

The experience

You get picked up at your chosen time in Bacalar and driven door-to-door to your hotel or accommodation in Tulum in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. The driver is a qualified local who speaks English and knows the area well. Luggage handling is included, and the vehicle size adjusts to your group: a sedan for one to three passengers, an MPV for four, or a van for five to seven, each with space for suitcases plus cabin luggage.

The sightseeing stops are optional and entirely your choice. You can add 2, 4, or 6 hours total and split that time between two places: Sian Ka'an, a biosphere reserve, and Chunyaxché, a smaller archaeological site. The driver will wait while you explore, then continue to Tulum. If you skip the stops altogether, it's a straight transfer. Breaks for lunch are possible along the way, and bottled water is provided.

This setup saves the stress of navigating public transport or renting a car, and the driver's local knowledge means you learn about the region as you travel. Entry fees at any sightseeing stops are not included and are optional. You decide whether to pay them when you arrive.

What’s included

• Qualified local English-speaking driver.
• air-conditioned private vehicle sized for your group.
• hotel or accommodation pickup and drop-off in both Bacalar and Tulum.
• luggage handling.
• bottled water.
• optional sightseeing stops at Sian Ka'an or Chunyaxché for 2, 4, or 6 hours total.

Options for this experience

3 options

Tulum to BacalarNo fixed timeLasts 2 hours, pickup is included

Add 2 hours of sightseeingNo fixed timeLasts 4 hours, includes pickup

Add 4 hours of sightseeingNo fixed timeLasts 6 hours, pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Europe Journey - Private Sightseeing Transfers and Day Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the sightseeing add-on if you want to break up the drive and explore the region between the two towns. Skip it if you'd rather arrive in Tulum quickly and start your day there.

Top questions

Can I choose what time the driver picks me up in Bacalar?

Yes. You tell the operator your preferred pickup time when you book, and the driver arrives at your accommodation or location in Bacalar at that time.

What is Sian Ka'an and how long would I spend there?

Sian Ka'an is a biosphere reserve between Bacalar and Tulum. The recommended time to explore it is about two hours, though you can adjust based on your interest.

Do I have to stop for sightseeing, or can I go straight to Tulum?

Sightseeing stops are completely optional. You can book the transfer without any stops and go directly to your hotel in Tulum.

What if I'm traveling with children or infants?

Specialized infant seats are available if you request them when booking. Children and infants can travel safely, and strollers are welcome.

Is the driver's English good enough to tell me about the area?

Yes. All drivers are qualified locals who speak English and have good knowledge of the region, so they can share insights about the culture and sights along the way.