---
title: "Cozumel Shore Excursion: 5-Hour Sightseeing Tour with Private Driver"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cozumel
country: Mexico
price: 157
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.8
reviews: 326
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 18 of 24 (Mayan Ruins & Island Sightseeing)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-09
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cozumel/tours/cozumel-shore-excursion-5-hour-sightseeing-tour-with-private-driver/
---

# Cozumel Shore Excursion: 5-Hour Sightseeing Tour with Private Driver

**Guidekin's take:** Visit a chocolate factory, sample tequila and explore Cozumel's west side on a private tour for your party. A driver and air-conditioned minivan are included; lunch, drinks, San Gervasio entry and a guide inside the ruins cost extra. 4.8 from 326 reviews at €157 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #18 of 24 in Mayan Ruins & Island Sightseeing, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Enjoy a private sightseeing shore excursion tour with a driver/guide in Cozumel. Visit some of the most important landmarks and attractions in Cozumel (the name comes from the Mayan word "cuzamil" which means Island of Swallows), which include a city tour, a small local chocolate factory, a Tequila tasting,plus you will see the west side of the Island with time for lunch, visit Mayan ruins, snorkeling, shopping and some time for relaxing on the beach.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 10 to book: not for solo travellers
- 19 start times: between 08:00 and 17:00
- Food not included: Lunch, Drinks
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €157 per person for the Tour by xVan option; other options up to €157
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.8/5 from 326 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Tours Plaza
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 19 start times between 08:00 and 17:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09

## Reviews

4.8 from 326 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 310 of 326.

- 5 stars: 292 (90%)
- 4 stars: 18 (6%)
- 3 stars: 6 (2%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 6 (2%)

## 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 by xVan | €61 / person (for 10+ people) | Spanish, English | Tour by xVan: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price is per person, aboard a xVan. Pickup included |
| Tour by zVan | €64 / person (for 11+ people) | Spanish, English | Tour by zVan: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price per person, aboard a zVan. Pickup included |
| Tour by Van | €85 / person (for 6+ people) | Spanish, English | Tour by Van: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price is per person, aboard a van. Pickup included |
| Tour by MiniVan | €103 / person (for 4+ people) | Spanish, English | Tour by MiniVan: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price per person, aboard a minivan. Pickup included |
| Tour by Car | €157 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Tour by Car: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price per person, aboard a car. Pickup included |

## What's included

- Private tour
- Driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan

## Not included

- Lunch
- Drinks
- Guide inside San Gervasio ($20USD)
- Gratuities
- San Gervasio Mayan Ruins fee

## Itinerary

1. **Learn about the planes that flew in the Second World War and their history to...** (30m) - Learn about the planes that flew in the Second World War and their history told by your guide
2. **Discover the Bean to Bar Chocolate making process inside a little great Choco...** (40m; admission included) - Discover the Bean to Bar Chocolate making process inside a little great Chocolate Factory and tasting. Chocolate factory it´s a place to discover the origins of chocolate in the same land of their creators: The Mayas.
3. **Mi Mexico Lindo Tequila Tour** (45m; admission included) - A Cozumel trip would not be complete without tequila – that liquor from the agave, sacred to the Aztecs, has a rich history in Mexico. The blue agave’s tequila is still sacred to Mexicans and tourists alike – and should not be missed. In an open-air building sit rows and rows...
4. **Zona Arqueologica San Gervasio** (1h) - As of today, these Mayan ruins are the #1 archaeological site in Cozumel. As of today San Gervasio is the most important mayan site in the island. San Gervasio was a sacred mayan site dedicated to the goddess Ixchel (goddess of fertility) plus a estrategic site for commerce...
5. **El Mirador** (20m; admission included) - See the east side of the island and take photos of the beautiful nature.
6. **Playa Palancar Cozumel Beach Club** (1h) - Nice beach away from the big crowds, This is a nice beach with a good bar and snacks to help make your day near the ocean fun and enjoyable! The dive/snorkel shop and your driver can arrange snorkeling from shore or by boat. Chill out on the loungers with a cool Margarita and...

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Departures: 19 start times between 08:00 and 17:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09
- 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

Downtown Ferry Pier: Your driver will meet you upon arrival at the ferry pier under the swallow birds statue so look for a man with a sign with your name wearing a yellow cap.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important: At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Important: Departures are available every 30 minutes from 8am to 5pm. Please contact the local tour operator to advise of your chosen time.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €314 | €157 |
| 4 | €412 | €103 |
| 6 | €510 | €85 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Mayan Ruins & Island Sightseeing start at €64 per person.

## Compared with other Mayan Ruins & Island Sightseeing

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #18 of 24** | €157 | 5h | 4.8 (326) | private |
| [10 Experiences Original](/mexico/cozumel/tours/10-experiences-original/?format=md) | €198 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (181) | shared |
| [Amazing Cozumel Race: Small-Group Tour and Scavenger Hunt](/mexico/cozumel/tours/amazing-cozumel-race-small-group-tour-and-scavenger-hunt/?format=md) | €74 | 4h | 4.91 (347) | shared |
| [Cozumel Sightseeing Trike Tour](/mexico/cozumel/tours/cozumel-sightseeing-trike-tour/?format=md) | €86 | 3h 30m | 4.9 (526) | shared |

Ranked #18 of 24 in Mayan Ruins & Island Sightseeing by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €64 to €198, median €86; typical length 4h. 16 of 24 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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