Tulum

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.

“Lots packed into one excursion. Pickup at our hotel was smooth. Van was a little uncomfortable due to it being completely full. The time in Tulum was about an hour…would have appreciated more time and more information from the guide. I came more than two…”

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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 Sian Ka'an experience was really one of a kind. You get to float in life vests along a shallow stream, driven by soft currents. Highly recommended especially if you're into water activities. Note, however, that changing facilities are terrible - they're just small, cramped,…”

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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

“A must do although prepare yourself for a long day. Omar made this trip! His knowledge is amazing and he makes things really fun. You should know this is a VERY long day of 13 hours, with only around 6 hours actually spent out the…”

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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

“It was a great tour experience. The Tour Operator, Lea was very professional, knowledgeable and experienced during the tour. The tour of the ruins was a great learning experience. The transportation vehicle provided was clean, and the driver was professional. I enjoyed the Mayan food,…”

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5.Tulum Ruins Guided Tour from Cancun and Riviera Maya

Discover the Tulum Ruins on a guided half-day tour from Cancun or Riviera Maya. Enjoy expert guides, stunning ocean views, and hassle-free logistics.

★ 5.0

“Easy and reliable pick up from hotel zone. About 2.5 hr ride with stops for other passengers. Really fascinating to see old ruins and hear about the cultural depth of many generations of civilizations there. Beware vendors and food stalls on the way out. Pricey!…”

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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

“Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. I recommend the morning tour in warm weather. The tour was enjoyable and very informative. Rodrigo was a great tour guide. He did a fabulous job!”

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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

“Our guide Alexia was amazing - so insightful and engaging. We don’t usually go for walking tours but Alexia kept the whole 3 hours interesting and varied and we learnt so much!! Definitely worth doing if you’re not familiar with Mexico City, you learn about…”

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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

“Carlos was an excellent tour guide along with his driver, Victor. We had an amazing experience swimming in cenote, seeing the Mayan ruins, an amazing lunch and zip lining, all in one day.”

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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

“We had Nelson was our guide on this tour. He was amazing and very knowledgeable about the site and the maya civilization. We had great discussions about mesoamerican civilizations. They site is easily accessible via bikes or walking.”

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15.Private – Tulum Ruins and 3 Cenotes Jungle Adventure

Explore Tulum’s Mayan ruins and swim in stunning cenotes on this private jungle adventure, including a traditional Mayan meal and personalized guide.

★ 5.0

“Due to some logistical issues with our travel companions, my husband and I ended up booking a last-minute tour with Mexico Kan Tours to do some local exploring of the archaeological ruins and check out the cenotes. We were happy to get away from the…”

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More Tulum Ruins Tours

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