Excursions Riviera Maya
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Riviera Maya Excursions
The best Riviera Maya Excursions
Unforgettable excursions to the famous attractions of the Riviera Maya with cultural highlights, spectacular Mayan temples and an incredible beautiful nature. Our certified tour guides will show you the main attractions of the Riviera Maya on the Yucatan Peninsula.
Are you planning to spend your vacation on the Riviera Maya? An excellent choice. Caribbean beaches, mystical Mayan sites, hidden cenotes and pretty colonial towns await you. The sights on the Riviera Maya are close together and can be explored easily. Discover the Riviera Maya and make your dream vacation come true. Immerse yourself in a unique mentality. The Mexican way of life and openness will make you return here again and again.
Private Riviera Maya excursions with Leon Tours are an excellent opportunity to get to know the area away from the crowds. Our tours are designed as private excursions and you will have your private guide for the whole tour.
You are interested in a Yucatan round trip: We will happily to put together an individual program for a multi-day tour on the Yucatan Peninsula and give recommendations on our must sees.
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Excursion Coba, Tulum, Cenote
$170.00 (from) -
Boat Tour Isla Contoi & Isla Mujeres
$170.00 (from) -
Private Excursion Chichen Itza
$190.00 (from) -
Snorkeling with Whale Sharks
$230.00 (from) -
Tulum, Reef snorkeling & Cenotes
$140.00 (from) -
Excursion to HOLBOX
$190.00 (from) -
Excursion Coba & Pta. Laguna
$170.00 (from) -
Ek Balam & Rio Lagartos
$220.00 (from)
Riviera Maya private excursions: Here Tulum
We use tour guides certified by SECTUR for our excursions on the Riviera Maya (diploma from the Mexican Tourism Office), with special knowledge of the Maya culture, the history of Mexico and the region around Playa del Carmen. The excursions on our web page are just examples that can be adapted as desired. We are happy to recommend and create your private excursion around Playa del Carmen. Learn more about the benefits of our private Riviera Maya excursions.
Overview Riviera Maya
Map for Riviera Maya excursions, Source
Most tourists come to Mexico through the Cancun Airport. It is the second largest airport in Mexico, after Mexico City. From Cancun, guests are transportet to the various hotels of the Riviera Maya. Cancun, Playa del Carmen and the smaller Tulum are the cities along the Riviera Maya.
It takes about two hours from Cancun in the north to Tulum in the south. Playa del Carmen is located in the middle and is an excellent starting point for day trips. The beaches around Playa del Carmen are fantastic and important attractions such as Chichen Itza are not much more than two hours away. This allowes an excellent combination of culture and beach vacation.
Riviera Maya Excursions: Mayan Ruins
Riviera Maya Private Excursions: Chichen Itza
The cultural richness of the Riviera Maya can be admired directly in the beautiful Mayan ruins of Tulum. A little further, there is the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Chichen Itza, Yucatan’s best-restored Mayan ruins. On the way, you pass Coba, which can be easily combined with a day trip to Chichen Itza or Tulum. Lesser known is Ek Balam, with beautifully preserved Mayan ruins. An especially popular way to visit the interesting Mayan ruins, are with our private excursions. Thus, the main attractions of the Riviera Maya can be combined with a more secluded tour, far away from the crowds.
Riviera Maya Private Excursions: Chichen Itza
Riviera Maya Private excursions: Chichen Itza
Only about two hours from Playa el Carmen, we go directly from your hotel to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza. You will be impressed by the magic of the place. We start our Chichen Itza tours very early in the morning, so you can enjoy the tranquility of the place before the crowds arrive.
There is a cenote near the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, the fresh water invites for a swim.Our tours to Chichen Itza are completed by a visit to the Mexican colonial city of Valladolid.
Riviera Maya Excursions around Playa del Carmen: The Mayan Ruins of Tulum
Riviera Maya Excursions: Tulum
Our private tours to Tulum are accompanied by certified tour guides. We take you on a journey through time to the ancient Maya and explain the connection between religion, the everyday life of the Maya and their trade routes. The descending god Kinich Ahau is of particular importance in the archaeological site of Tulum. Various temples illustrate the masterfulness of the Mayan constructions and give an insight into their knowledge and their view of the world. Our excursion to Tulum also includes the visit to a cenote. Enjoy the refreshing clear water of the fresh water holes, which still provide the main water supply for the Maya.
Riviera Maya Excursions: The Mayan Ruins Coba
Private Excursions Riviera Maya: Coba
It is still allowed, to climb the 42 meter high pyramid Nohoch Mul. If you are not afraid of heights, enjoy a wonderful views of the neighboring jungle from above. Our private excursions to Coba can be perfectly combined with the famous Chichen Itza or the archaeological site of Tulum. Alternatively, you may combine your private Coba excursion with a cenote or the nearby lagoon Punta Laguna.
Riviera Maya Excursions: The Mayan Ruins Ek Balam
Private Excursions Riviera Maya, Yucatan: Ek Balam
The facade covered with bas-reliefs is incredible beautiful. The snake gate, for example, which is framed by teeth at the top and bottom, is one of the highlights remembered by visitors.
Excursions Riviera Maya: The Mayan ruins Chacchoben
Excursions, Riviera Maya: Chacchoben
Chacchoben was probably repopulated around 1200 AD. The two stelae (stones with Maya inscriptions) that were found there are unfortunately not legible. It is believed that Chacchoben was an important center of a more important religious capital. From a tourist point of view, Chacchoben is particularly interesting for cruise guests with the port of Costa Maya.
Excursions Riviera Maya: The Mayan Ruins of Kohunlich
Excursions Riviera Maya: Kohunlich
Riviera Maya Excursions: The Mayan Ruins Uxmal
Riviera Maya Excursions, Yucatan: Uxmal
In the so-called Nuns Quadrangle (Cuadrángulo de las Monjas) you can admire beautiful facades, many of which are dedicated to the important Mayan rain god Chaac. While the wizard’s pyramid may no longer be climbed, visitors go up the main pyramid, from which one has an incredible view.
The archaeological site of Uxmal is about 5 hours from Playa del Carmen. From the Riviera Maya, a 2-day trip or a Yucatan tour is the best way to visit Uxmal. We would be happy to make you an offer for a private excursion from Playa del Carmen or the Riviera Maya. Please write us for a detailed offer.
Riviera Maya Excursions: The Mayan Ruins Dzibilchaltún
Riviera Maya Excursions, Yucatan: Dzibilchaltún
Dzibilchaltún was populated until colonial times. The Christian chapel was partly made of stones from the old buildings that belong there. Right next to the ruins is a natural cenote, a visit is included in the entrance fee. You should plan two days for a trip to Dzibilchaltún from the Riviera Maya. We would be happy to make you an offer for a private two-day excursion from Playa del Carmen or the Riviera Maya. For more details, please write to us here.
Riviera Maya Excursions: Cenotes
Riviera Maya Excursions: Cenotes
Further information about the cenotes of the Yucatan Peninsula is available here.
Riviera Maya Excursions: The Islands
Riviera Maya Ausflüge ab Playa del Carmen: Cozumel
Playa del Carmen tours, Riviera Maya: Cozumel
Riviera Maya Excursions: Isla Mujeres
Excursions Riviera Maya: Isla Mujeres
Visitors can choose between snorkeling in the turquoise blue, discovering a little Mayan ruin, or go around the island with a golf cart.
Riviera Maya Excursions: Holbox
Excursions Riviera Maya: Holbox
Riviera Maya Excursions: Contoi
Excursions Riviera Maya: Contoi
The second largest coral reef in the world, to which the Cozumel Reef belongs, begins at the island of Contoi and goes down about 1000 kilometers to the island of Roatan in Honduras.
Riviera Maya Excursions: Colonial Cities of the Yucatan Peninsula
Excursions from the Riviera Maya: Valladolid
Excursions Riviera Maya: Valladolid
We visit Valladoid on our excursions to Chichen Itza or on our individual two-day tours. Please contact us for a detailed offer.
Excursions Riviera Maya: Merida
Excursions Riviera Maya: Merida
Important buildings in Merida are the Plaza de la Independencia and the adjacent cathedral. However, the whole city center is worth a visit and on Sundays the city center turns into a huge street festival. Merida is an excellent starting point for tours to the surrounding Mayan land. We are happy to organize two or three days excursions and connect Merida with the surrounding attractions. For a detailed offer, please write us here.
Riviera Maya Excursions: Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen excursions Riviera Maya
Playa del Carmen is an excellent starting point for tours to the Riviera Maya. Important attractions are not far away and can be easily combined. Beautiful hotels and beaches invite you to a relaxing beach holiday and do day trips from Playa del Carmen to the attractions of the Riviera Maya.
The famous 5ta Avenida stretches for miles parallel to the sea and offers all kinds of shops, restaurants and bars. A little bit further from the city center visitors eat cheaper and more authentic.
While the city beach in Playa del Carmen no longer carries much sand, the beaches towards Playa Car are a dream. Many high-class hotels promise a relaxing holiday there. Viva Wyndham Azteka, Riu Palace Riviera Maya or Palladium Kantenah are particularly beautiful hotels.
Getting around the Riviera Maya: Transportation
There are various transport options around Playa del Carmen. Some are cheaper and take longer. Others are a little bit more expensive, but you move faster. Below, we show you how to get around the Riviera Maya.
Collectivos
Collectivos are the easiest and cheapest way to get around the Riviera Maya. Collectivos are shared taxis the size of a minivan, which depart from various collection points to defined destinations. As soon as a collectivo is full, the journey begins. If you want to get out on the way, just let the driver know. The payment depends on the distance. The trip from Playa del Carmen to Tulum costs around 45 pesos for one person.
The central collection point in Playa del Carmen for Collectivos is on Calle 2 (2nd street) between Avenida 20 and 25. Tell the responsible employees where you want to go. You will be taken to the right vehicle. As soon as it is full, the journey starts. It is important to have small change with you (20 pesos and 50 pesos notes). Larger notes can often not be changed.
Taxis
Taxis are everywhere in Playa del Carmen. If you are looking for a taxi, just wave as soon as one is nearby. When the taxi is free, it stops. Before getting in, it’s recomended to ask about the price. The taxi prices in Playa del Carmen are based on zones. If you take a taxi at a collection point, you pay more. Anyone walking one or two streets from the collection point pays the normal price of the street.
For larger distances such as from Playa del Carmen to Tulum, taxis are significantly more expensive than collectivos. For this route you pay around 130 dollars for 4 people, round trip.
Rental car
There are numerous websites where you can book cheap rental cars. Good portals include RentCars or RentalsCars. Through these portals it is usually cheaper to book from home.
ADO bus
The transport company ADO connects major Mexican cities. You can get eg. to Tulum from Playa del Carmen with the ADO. The prices are slightly above the collectivo and you cannot get out on the way. But you travel a little more comfortably. Beware: The air conditioning system may be set very freezing. Bring your jacket!!
Excursions
Excursions are the most convenient way to get to know the Riviera Maya. All our excursions are handpicked and perfectly adapted to the needs of our clients. Sit back and let us organize your tours for you.
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Excursion Coba, Tulum, Cenote
$170.00 (from) -
Boat Tour Isla Contoi & Isla Mujeres
$170.00 (from) -
Private Excursion Chichen Itza
$190.00 (from) -
Snorkeling with Whale Sharks
$230.00 (from) -
Tulum, Reef snorkeling & Cenotes
$140.00 (from) -
Excursion to HOLBOX
$190.00 (from) -
Excursion Coba & Pta. Laguna
$170.00 (from) -
Ek Balam & Rio Lagartos
$220.00 (from)
Summary
- The Riviera Maya around Playa del Carmen is a popular holiday destination.
- Playa del Carmen is an ideal starting point for tours to the Riviera Maya and the Yucatan peninsula.
- Visiting a Mayan ruin is a cultural highlight during your Mexican vacation
- Cenotes are fresh water holes: In some of them you can swim.
- The Mexican colonial cities are also worth a visit. Here you can experience typical Mexican life.
- Leon Tours offers private excursions around Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. Please contact us here
More about Riviera Maya and Mexico
Climate
During the months of March and April is our dry season. The humidity is not too high and it is pleasantly warm. From May, the temperatures rise to 30 – 35 degrees Celsius (86-95 Farenheit), and it can be very humid. It rains every now and then, but usually not more than an hour. The summer months are perfect for beach vacations.
Visa
Both forms must be handed in upon entry. The tourist card is required by the immigration officer. The lower section is stamped. This remains as a copy in the passport. Do not lose it, otherwise you will have to pay a fine of 500 pesos (~25 USD).
After going through immigration, the luggage can be picked up. Before leaving the airport, suitcases are x-rayed. There you will have to hand in the paper indicating what is being imported. Occasional random checks verify that all information is correct.
Health
You should not drink tap water in Mexico as it is only suitable for showering and washing. Bottled water in bottles or from a canister (20-liter container) is suitable for drinking. Ice cubes are made from drinking water. Medicines can be bought in pharmacies without a prescription and are cheaper than in Europe or E.U.
Currency
Also, pesos can be easily withdrawn with all major bank cards at the ATM. For security reasons, use ATMs in large supermarkets, or in banks.
If you are on a cruise, you just need dollars. There is no need to get mexican pesos.
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