About this experience
Discover Tulum, with an incredible location next to the Caribbean Sea, and Coba, hidden in the deepest jungle.
Tulum was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, one of the essential sites in Tulum are its Mayan ruins, located on a cliff facing the Caribbean Sea; With warm starry nights and clear turquoise waters is the only archeological area that sits on the seashore.
In the depths of the jungle remains a well-preserved Mayan city called Coba. Its ancient constructions are lost in the vegetation. When you can walk among them, you may feel in other times, in an inhospitable place.
The cenote will surprise you with its unique beauty of crystal clear water, the wonderful peace surrounded by the nature.
"La Quinta Avenida" at Playa del Carmen, is a very famous street that runs next to Playa del Carmen and gathers within itself a huge number of shops, making its entire extension a paradise for all those who wish to buy.
All taxes included. Live with us this incredible tour!
At a glance
- Duration: 13 hr–15 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 13 hr–15 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Tulum to Playa del Carmen Day Trip Guide
Plan a flexible day trip from Tulum to Playa del Carmen with transport comparisons, a practical itinerary, beach advice, accessibility notes, and a backup plan for changing sargassum conditions.
Coba Ruins Day Trip From Tulum
Near Tulum, Cobá’s jungle pyramids, cenote swims, and easy logistics tempt a perfect day trip—but one choice can make or break it.
Playa Ruinas Tulum Guide
See how to time Playa Ruinas Tulum for epic views, fewer crowds, and one detail most visitors miss.
What is included
- Admission to Cenote
- Visit Quinta Avenida Playa del Carmen (Only for Cancun and Puerto Morelos Hotels)
- Visit to Tulum and Coba Ruins
- Regional Mexican food
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Drinks (upgrade to deluxe option to include them)
- Life vest
- Parque Jaguar Tulum Admission Fee
- Archeological Fee Tulum and Coba Ruins
Itinerary and highlights
From the door of your hotel we will take you to know the wonderful history of the Maya, with a full day tour. In our first destination you will know the history of one of the most important archaeological sites of the Riviera Maya, Tulum which means "enclosure or wall", is known for being the only Mayan city built on the shores of the Caribbean Sea where its different turquoise tones are appreciated in all its splendor.
Our next destination will be the archaeological area of Coba where you can marvel at the buildings that were part of this urbanization. We will go to a restaurant near the archaeological area where you can taste a delicious buffet of regional Mexican food. (The time estimated at coba is 1.5 hours and at the restaurant 1 hour).
Our next destination will be surrounded by jungle, here you can swim in the sacred cenote, it is an adventure that you cannot miss and here you can recharge energies and purify the soul.
Please note that the cenote visited may vary depending on weather conditions, logistics, or schedule adjustments.
Our final destination is Playa del Carmen, where you will have an hour to walk and know much more about the famous Fifth Avenue, the heart of Playa del Carmen, you will be surrounded by many shops and restaurants. You will return to your hotel with thousands of memories and photographs of this day, you will never forget everything you learned and everything you lived!. This activity is only available if your hotel is in Cancun.
Meeting and pickup information
- If your hotel is not in the previous list please let us know in which hotel are you staying so a representative of our company can contact you to indicate the correct place and time of your pickup. We ask you to indicate the hotel where you are staying in the special requirements box and also with your email. This service has only one schedule, between 6:30 am to 7:45 am. The schedules vary according to the hotel, our representative will indicate the exact schedule via mail or via text message. Every service and every part of the tour is directly operated by our staff. This is why we’re able to guarantee an excellent and high quality service. Most of the web pages you see are simply selling tours as a middle-man, providing little to no guarantee of quality, safety or assurance. Here, you buy directly from the tour operator.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mexico Top Vacations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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