Private Tulum Day Trip to Mayan Temples & Ruins

The Yucatán on a Private Day Trip from Tulum with comfortable private transportation and flexible timing. This journey combines the grandeur of ancient Maya sites with the charm of colonial Mexico all at your own pace and with a dedicated driver. Your adventure begins with a visit to Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Explore its towering pyramids, sacred cenote, and the iconic Temple of Kukulcán as you uncover the mysteries of Maya civilization during a two-hour guided experience. Continue to Ek Balam Village, a hidden archaeological treasure surrounded by jungle. Here, you’ll have time to climb the Acropolis, admire detailed stone carvings, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this lesser-known Maya site.Your final stop is Valladolid, a colorful colonial town where pastel facades, cobblestone streets, and historic landmarks like San Gervasio Cathedral offer the perfect place to relax and enjoy local Yucatecan flavors before returning comfortably to Tulum.

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   Chichen Itza

   2 hours

   Chichén Itzá is a complex of Mayan ruins on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. A massive step pyramid, known as El Castillo or Temple of Kukulcan, dominates the ancient city, which thrived from around 600 A.D. to the 1200s. Graphic stone carvings survive at structures like the ball court, Temple of the Warriors and the Wall of the Skulls.

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   Ek Balam Village

   2 hours

   Ekʼ Balam is a Yucatec-Maya archaeological site within the municipality of Temozón, Yucatán, Mexico. It lies in the Northern Maya lowlands, 25 kilometres (16 mi) north of Valladolid and 56 kilometres (35 mi) northeast of Chichen Itza. From the Preclassic until the Postclassic period, it was the seat of a Mayan kingdom. The site is noted for the preservation of the plaster on the tomb of Ukit Kan Lek Tokʼ, a king buried in the side of the largest pyramid.

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   Valladolid

   2 hours

   Valladolid is a charming city on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, known for its pastel-colored colonial architecture and authentic local atmosphere. Highlights include the 16th-century Convent of San Bernardino de Siena, featuring an ornate wooden altarpiece, and the San Gervasio Cathedral, a beautiful baroque-style church overlooking the main square. Visitors can also explore Casa de los Venados, a private home-turned-museum that showcases an impressive collection of Mexican folk art and handcrafted furnishings

• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.