Guided Tour to Tulum Archeological Site, Cenote swimming & Lunch
Overview
History, Water, Flavor—Tulum Like You’ve Never Felt It
Walk the edge of time at Tulum’s cliffside ruins, where the Caribbean kisses ancient Mayan stone. Guided by storytellers who bring each temple to life, you’ll feel the echoes of a once-great civilization beneath your feet.
Then, take the plunge into a serene cenote—an underground pool of crystal clarity, sacred and still. Nature surrounds, silence soothes, and every moment is pure presence.
Finally, let Mayan flavors dance on your tongue with traditional snacks crafted from age-old recipes. Each bite a celebration. Each step, unforgettable.
Book your journey into the soul of the Yucatán today.
What's Included
- 1 bottled water per person during transportation
- Round-trip travel in air-conditioned vans
- Shared transportation for pick-up
- Visit to a cenote with time available for swimming
- A delicious Mexican meal
- Bilingual guided tour of Tulum, plus free time to walk around and take photos at the site
- Certified guides specialized in archaeology and Mayan culture
- Drinks at restaurant
- Local ecotaxes and service fee (690 MXN per person)
Meeting and Pickup
We offer roundtrip transportation (from hotel or meeting point, as applicable) for all travelers who book this tour.Areas to which the transportation service applies:PLAYA DEL CARMEN: • Downtown Playa del Carmen (for hotels on the coast, due to the narrow streets, the closest meeting point applies) • Hotel zone • Playacar • Dorado Royale • Playa Paraiso • Punta Maroma • El Caracol • Paa MulRIVIERA MAYA: • Puerto Aventuras • Xpu Ha • Akumal • ChemuyilTULUM: • Downtown Tulum, hotel zone and metropolitan area: Only 8 meeting points applies within the city (#1 Súper Akí Tulum. #2 Chedraui Selecto Tulum. #3 Hotel Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club. #4 Copal Tulum. #5 Oxxo Veleta. #6. Restaurant Camello Jr. #7 Mistiq Tulum Market. #8 Hotel Kore Tulum Retreat and Spa). • Tulsayab • Jacinto Pat • XcacelNOTE: Some hotels or hotel complexes on the list do not allow access to the facilities, so pick-up at the closest possible access or entrance applies.NOTE 2: Some hotels or lodging centers are located in areas with difficult access (very narrow streets, alleys, streets in poor condition, blockages, or for security reasons), so pick-up at the closest possible point applies.NOTE 3: The exact pick-up time varies by hotel. Some estimated times are: • 9 AM tour Playa del Carmen: 7:15 AM / 8:00 AM Riviera Maya: 7:45 AM / 8:50 AM Tulum: 8:00 AM / 8:50 AM• 1 PM tour Playa del Carmen: 11:00 AM / 12:00 PM Riviera Maya: 11:40 AM / 12:50 PM Tulum: 12:00 PM / 12:50 PMThe time shown on your ticket is the start time of the tour.*** If your hotel is not listed, please ask us if we can pick you up there, or what would be the closest possible meeting point. ****** You will receive a final confirmation message (one day before the scheduled date of your excursion) with the exact pick-up time and point, to your contact information. ***
What To Expect
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Riviera Maya (pass by)
Zona Arqueologica De Tulum
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cenote Aktun-Bej
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tulum
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Riviera Maya (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Lunch consists of one Mexican dish selected from the available à la carte menu. The meal is provided as offered and cannot be changed or personalized for dietary restrictions, special diets, allergies, or individual food preferences.
- Animals cannot join this experience. For safety and operational reasons, pets and companion animals are not permitted to enter the transportation or participate in the tour.
- Travelers planning to swim in the cenote must avoid using creams, sunscreen, insect repellent, lotions, or similar body products before entering the water.
- This excursion cannot accommodate suitcases or large baggage. Travelers should bring only essential personal belongings in a compact bag or small backpack. The vehicles are organized primarily for passenger transportation and remain active throughout the route, so they cannot be used to store, supervise, or protect luggage and additional belongings.
- Beginning April 21, 2026, security regulations at archaeological zones throughout Mexico prohibit entry with backpacks and luggage. Travelers are advised to carry only the minimum essentials, preferably items small enough to remain in their pockets or inside a compact personal bag. Necessary exceptions, including diaper bags, may be considered, but admission is determined exclusively by security personnel at the site. We cannot guard, store, or accept responsibility for any belongings that authorities refuse at the entrance.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- 1 bottled water per person during transportation.
- Round-trip travel in air-conditioned vans.
- Shared transportation for pick-up.
- Visit to a cenote with time available for swimming.
- A delicious Mexican meal.
- Bilingual guided tour of Tulum, plus free time to walk around and take photos at the site.
- Certified guides specialized in archaeology and Mayan culture.
- Drinks at restaurant.
- Local ecotaxes and service fee (690 MXN per person).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Guided Tour to Tulum Archeological Site, Cenote swimming & Lunch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Guided Tour to Tulum Archeological Site, Cenote swimming & Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 1 bottled water per person during transportation
- Round-trip travel in air-conditioned vans
- Shared transportation for pick-up
- Visit to a cenote with time available for swimming
- A delicious Mexican meal
- Bilingual guided tour of Tulum, plus free time to walk around and take photos at the site
- Certified guides specialized in archaeology and Mayan culture
- Drinks at restaurant
- Local ecotaxes and service fee (690 MXN per person)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Lunch consists of one Mexican dish selected from the available à la carte menu. The meal is provided as offered and cannot be changed or personalized for dietary restrictions, special diets, allergies, or individual food preferences.
- Animals cannot join this experience. For safety and operational reasons, pets and companion animals are not permitted to enter the transportation or participate in the tour.
- Travelers planning to swim in the cenote must avoid using creams, sunscreen, insect repellent, lotions, or similar body products before entering the water.
- This excursion cannot accommodate suitcases or large baggage. Travelers should bring only essential personal belongings in a compact bag or small backpack. The vehicles are organized primarily for passenger transportation and remain active throughout the route, so they cannot be used to store, supervise, or protect luggage and additional belongings.
- Beginning April 21, 2026, security regulations at archaeological zones throughout Mexico prohibit entry with backpacks and luggage. Travelers are advised to carry only the minimum essentials, preferably items small enough to remain in their pockets or inside a compact personal bag. Necessary exceptions, including diaper bags, may be considered, but admission is determined exclusively by security personnel at the site. We cannot guard, store, or accept responsibility for any belongings that authorities refuse at the entrance.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
