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15 Best Tulum Ruins Tours

The ruins entries: gates-open arrivals, skip-the-line tickets and guided walks through the one walled city the Mayans built on a sea cliff. The setting still does most of the talking; shade inside is scarce.

1.Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour

Discover the stunning Tulum ruins, snorkel with sea turtles in Akumal, and swim in a cenote on this full-day tour—perfect for history lovers and nature enthusiasts.

“We booked our Tulum tour for Saturday, January 17, 2026. Our group was small, our guides and driver were fun, friendly and knowledgeable and the day was well organized. They made sure we had healthy snacks and water between activities. The ruins were beautiful, snorkeling…”

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2.Tulum Archaeological Site & Sian Ka’an Muyil Tour from Tulum

Discover Tulum's ancient ruins, explore Sian Ka'an's marine life and canals, and enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine on this 6-hour small-group tour from Tulum.

★ 5.0

“The experience was great from the start! From the pickup, to the ruins, then a wonderful lunch and the grand finale was floating down the canal. Cesar was our tour guide who was so knowledgeable about the history of the ruins and the water canal.…”

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3.Riviera Maya: Coba & Chichen Itza Ruins with Cenote Swim

Discover ancient Mayan ruins at Coba and Chichen Itza, swim in a cenote, and enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine on this well-rated day trip for history lovers.

★ 4.6

“Eric and Juan (139) were amazing. They made the whole day fun, interesting, educational and entertaining. They both went above and beyond for our family. The experience was way more than we expected. We can’t say enough good things. Kudos to them both!!!!”

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4.Coba Ruins, Punta Laguna Nature Reserve, Cenote and Mayan family

Explore Coba ruins, Punta Laguna, and a Mayan family home on this full-day eco-adventure from Tulum or Playa del Carmen, perfect for history, nature, and culture lovers.

★ 5.0

“Paloma, Axel, and the guide in training were simply wonderful. From the well communicated pick up, to the genuine care for how we enjoyed ourselves, all the way to drop off at our hotel, we always felt taken care of. I wish I had known…”

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7.Tulum Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day)

Explore the iconic Tulum ruins with a private guide. Enjoy expert insights, scenic views, and personalized service in this half-day tour from Cancun or Tulum.

★ 5.0

“Rodrigo is the absolute best! A knowledgeable, friendly guide who went above and beyond for a mobility challenged senior couple. I highly recommend him.”

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8.All-Inclusive! Tulum Ruins, Tequila Tasting + Swim in 3 Cenotes in Small Group!

Discover Tulum’s highlights on this all-inclusive small group tour featuring ancient ruins, cenote swims, tequila tasting, and authentic Mexican cuisine.

★ 5.0

“Danny our tour guide was so wonderful to pick us up far away! (Drive was a little scary, but we lived!) The cenote was SPECTACULAR—an experience I’ll always remember!! We thought the Tulum portion of the tour was less strong, but overall, the tour was…”

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9.From Tulum: Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Tour

Discover the highlights of Tulum with this 5-hour guided tour including the ancient ruins, Temple of the Frescoes, and two stunning cenotes for swimming.

★ 4.3

“Solid, reliable service. The guides were great- we were in good hands throughout our day with them. Strong value for the price; we were able to focus on Tulum & the cenotes, they took care of the rest!”

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10.Tulum Private Tour Ruins, Cenote Xunaan Ha & Taak Bi Ha

Discover the highlights of Tulum with this private 6-hour tour visiting ancient ruins, stunning cenotes, and experiencing local culture in comfort.

★ 5.0

“A wonderful experience! Guide (Aranzazu) was amazing rerouting our activities to deal with the hard rains we had. We made the best of the day and still saw Tulum. So wonderful to see in person. Enjoy your tour!”

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11.Tulum Ruins and 3 Cenotes – Jungle Adventure

Discover the best of Tulum with this small-group tour. Visit ancient ruins, swim in cenotes, zipline, and enjoy a traditional Mayan lunch—all in a single day.

★ 5.0

“Jhony was such an amazing tour guide. He is fun, nice, and extremely knowledgeable! He really taught us about the history and culture of the places we visited. He even took pictures/videos of us with his GoPro which were awesome. I would highly recommend, not…”

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12.Tulum Bike Tour Tulum Maya Ruins Cenote Swimming Pueblo History Art Tacos Lunch

Discover Tulum on this 5-hour guided bike tour exploring Mayan ruins, a cenote swim, street art, and authentic local eats for a true cultural experience.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide was amazing. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We really enjoyed experiencing Tulum in a more authentic way, with the guidance of an experienced local. This bike tour is not for those that are uncomfortable on a bike in a city. We were fine,…”

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13.Tulum Ruins & Cenote guided private tour from Tulum and Riviera Maya.

Discover Tulum’s iconic ruins and a hidden cenote on this private guided tour, featuring early access, expert guides, and snorkeling in clear waters.

★ 5.0

“We only had time for a half day excursion. This trip was perfect. We got into Tulum early before it was too crowded. Carlos shared so much information. We then headed to the cenote for the second part. We were underground for a long time-40…”

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14.Cobá Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day)

Discover the ancient Mayan city of Cobá on a private half-day tour from Tulum, featuring expert guides, stunning views, and authentic cultural insights.

★ 5.0

“Fantastic experience. Tour company was communicative leading up to the trip. Guide (Nelson) was friendly, informative, and fun! Highly recommend!”

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More Tulum Ruins Tours

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