Coba and Tulum Ruins Full Day Tour, Plus Cenote Snorkeling

Experience the Fascinating Ancient Ruins of Coba and Tulum

On this Coba and Tulum Tour, you will discover two ancient Maya cities, each with its own unique attractions. Tulum is the only Maya city on the coast of the Caribbean Sea. Coba boasts the highest Maya pyramid in Mexico, at 130 feet (42 meters). Your professional guide will tell you all about the history of these two archaeological sites and how they fit into the larger picture of the Maya civilization. After exploring the ancient world, you will cool down in a refreshing underground river, called a cenote, admiring the stalactites and stalagmites that decorate the walls.

Highlights

• Stroll around the ancient ruins of Tulum and learn about the site from your guide
• Climb the tallest Mayan pyramid in Mexico at the Coba archaeological site
• Swim in the refreshingly cool waters of a beautiful cenote
• Enjoy a tasty lunch

Tour Information

Duration: Full day (9 hours)
Start and end location: Cancun
Availability: Daily, year-round

 Itinerary

• • 8:00 am – Pick-up at your hotel.

• 9:30 am – Marvel at the archaeological site of Tulum. Listen to your guide explain the history of the main buildings and the knowledge of the Mayas. Then, explore the majestic site independently.
• 10:30 am – Visit the archaeological site of Coba. Go on a 3-mile hike (or take advantage of the option to go by bicycle) and climb the tallest Mayan pyramid in Mexico (130 feet/42 meters). Discover the remnants of the sacbe, or elevated paved road.
• 12:00 pm – Snorkel in the clear water of a gorgeous cenote and appreciate its terrific stalactites and stalagmites.
• 13:15 pm – Enjoy lunch in Tulum.
• 14:15 pm – Leave to go back to your hotel.
• 16:30 pm – Arrive at your hotel.

What’s Included

• Ground transportation in an air-conditioned van
• Lunch, snacks (fruit and peanuts), and beverages (water and soda)
• Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
• Entrance fees
• Snorkel equipment

What’s Not Included

• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal expenses and tips

What to Bring

• Comfortable shoes and sandals
• Bio-degradable sunscreen and insect repellent
• Swimsuit, towel, and change of clothes
• Hat and sunglasses
• Extra money

Map

Cobá, Mexico

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Cobá, Mexico 20.490192, -87.732240