--- title: Tulum, Cenote and Playa del Carmen from Cancun lang: en type: tour city: Cancún country: Mexico price: 35 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.82 reviews: 331 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [pt, en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Budget day with Playa time rank_in_category: 17 of 46 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cancun/tours/tulum-cenote-and-playa-del-carmen-from-cancun/ --- # Tulum, Cenote and Playa del Carmen from Cancun **Guidekin's take:** A budget full day from Cancún: a guided walk through Tulum, a swim in Cenote Mariposa with lockers, a buffet meal and two hours on Playa del Carmen's Fifth Avenue at sunset. The site admissions and taxes are paid on the day, and drinks are extra. 4.82 from 331 reviews at €35 per person for 10h. In our comparison: #17 of 46 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore the ancient walled city of Tulum and immerse yourself in the rich Mayan culture through its impressive remains. Afterwards, cool off with a swim in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Mariposa and enjoy a delicious buffet prepared especially for you. At sunset, visit the famous Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen, where you can browse boutiques and shopping malls. Don't miss this exciting adventure in the Riviera Maya! ## Before you book - Pickup differs by option: Hotel pickup only on 3 of 4 options (Bilingual Tour with Pickup,… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 07:00: one departure a day - Food included: Buffet food - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €26: ages 3 to 11 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup only on 3 of 4 options (Bilingual Tour with Pickup, Tulum Cenote Plus +1) ## Key facts - Price: from €35 per person for the Tour with Meeting Point option; other options up to €361 - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.82/5 from 331 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ekinox Tours - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 07:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-19 ## Reviews 4.82 from 331 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 319 of 331. - 5 stars: 299 (90%) - 4 stars: 20 (6%) - 3 stars: 4 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (1%) - 1 star: 6 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the Mayan history explanations and cenote swims; slow pickup rounds are a recurring complaint. **Praised:** - Guides explain Mayan history with clear storytelling and humor - Friendly staff offer attentive care and practical advice - Refreshing cenote swims are a frequent highlight - Local dishes and variety at the buffet lunch - Time to stroll and shop in Playa del Carmen **Complaints:** - Some find pickup rounds slow, while others describe smooth collection - Heat makes walking around the Tulum ruins uncomfortable - Some enjoy the buffet, while others find the food disappointing - Some report unclear or incorrect meeting details, while others find communication clear Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-09-24 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Tour with Meeting Point | €35 / person | Spanish, English | Does not include Pickup | | Bilingual Tour with Pickup | €44 / person | Spanish, English | Pickup at main hotels: Pickup at your accommodation (Only applies if it is a main destination hotel). Hostels, Airbnbs or residences do not apply. Pickup included | | Tulum Cenote Plus | €62 / person | Spanish, Portuguese, English | Box lunch Pickup included | | Private Tour | €361 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, Portuguese, English | Pickup included | ## What's included - Swim in semi-open cenote - Lockers in cenote - Air-conditioned vehicle - Water bottle in the archaeological zone - Buffet food - 2 hour tour in Playa del Carmen - Guided tour and free time in Tulum ## Not included - Admissions, fees and taxes. Adults 40 USD and children 20 USD (Mexicans with INE preferential rate) - Drinks in the restaurant - Souvenirs and personal expenses - Tips - PAYMENT BY PRIVATE MODALITY ## Itinerary 1. **Tulum** (2h) - They will visit one of the most important archaeological areas of the Riviera Maya, famous for its location in front of the Caribbean Sea. Accompanied by a cultural guide, they will learn about the history of this ancient Mayan city, its main buildings and its importance as a... 2. **Canamayte Cenote & Ecopark** (2h) - Enjoy a moment to swim and relax in a semi-open cenote of crystal clear waters. This stop is ideal to refresh after the archaeological visit and connect with the nature of the region. Life jackets and lockers are included. You will have time to enjoy a buffet meal as part of... 3. **Quinta Avenida** (2h) - They will visit Playa del Carmen and have approximately 2 hours of free time to tour Fifth Avenue, one of the most popular areas of the Riviera Maya. They can walk, buy souvenirs, take pictures or enjoy the tourist atmosphere of the city. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The guide is duly identified with a blue uniform, logo and name "Ekinox Tours" engraved in silver letters. The guide will wait for you in the motor lobby of your hotel Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJmaDgfdUtTI8RA7IFeZkYSpo Pickup points listed by the operator: 311 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The strollers must be foldable ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #17 of 46** | €35 | 10h | 4.82 (331) | shared | | [Chichen Itza Private Tour from Cancun and Riviera Maya](/mexico/cancun/tours/chichen-itza-private-tour-from-cancun-and-riviera-maya/?format=md) | €399 | 6h | 4.99 (342) | private | | [Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles](/mexico/cancun/tours/private-tour-to-tulum-cenote-and-swimming-with-turtles/?format=md) | €270 | 5h | 5.0 (239) | private | | [Private Turtles & Cenotes Adventure](/mexico/cancun/tours/private-turtles-cenotes-adventure/?format=md) | €282 | 5h | 4.94 (489) | private | Ranked #17 of 46 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €813, median €100; typical length 8h. 6 of 46 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cancun/day-trips-from-cancun/?format=md ## More in Cancún - All Cancún tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cancun/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cancun/tours/tulum-cenote-and-playa-del-carmen-from-cancun/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cancun/?format=md