289 tours in Playa del Carmen, from €26 to €1340 per person, average rating 4.9 based on 138195 reviews.
The 289 tours in Playa del Carmen here are picked by hand: we read every listing and keep only tours rated 4.5★ or higher. Prices go from €26 per person for shared ruins visits to €1340 for private whale shark outings. Excursions from Playa del Carmen can pair a guided visit to Tulum with a cenote swim, so you explore the ruins and get time in the water on the same trip, with transport between stops included.
Check the option before you book: the cheapest ruins visits leave admission fees out, and hotel pickup costs more than meeting point departures on some trips. Whale shark outings run from June to mid September according to their listings, and sightings are never guaranteed. The best reviewed Playa del Carmen tours come first below.
Viator lists 1,929 tours for Playa del Carmen. We screened all of them and kept 289: rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers, real tours only, each one read and summarised by Guidekin.
Experience the sunset like never before on this fabulous Sunset Sailing excursion. You’ll sail along the stunning coastline of the Riviera Maya aboard...
Go to this amazing adventure where you will be able to see the Mexico's gentle giants - whale sharks! Cruising the Gulf of Mexico with an expert guide...
Embark on an unforgettable tour that takes you deep into the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula! Start your day exploring the stunning cliffside ruins of...
This is a mandatory activity for all tourists who arrive in Cancun and Riviera Maya. This activity takes place in the middle of the jungle, there is n...
Tours and prices on this page last updated October 16, 2026
Editorial picks checked: October 9, 2026 · Ranked by First visit fit, duration, inclusions, booking constraints and weighted review score.. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.
We compared selected ruin days, cenote swims, boat trips and local activities from this catalogue of 289 tours by duration, inclusions and booking conditions.
Start with VIP Tulum Private Tour for ruins, two cenotes, entries and transport: 6h at €227 per person, minimum two guests.
For a half day, Ride to Cenotes includes three cenotes, entry, bikes and snorkel gear: 4h at €42 per person; no hotel pickup.
Choose the Azimut for a private boat with snorkel gear, paddleboards and a meal: 4h at €1271 per group/vehicle; transport and fees extra.
| Tour | Best for | Price | Rating | Duration | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP Tulum Private Tour | Ruins and two cenotes | €227 per person | 4.99★ (510) | 6h | Minimum two guests; lunch extra |
| Ride to Cenotes | Half day: three cenotes | €42 per person | 5★ (431) | 4h | No hotel pickup |
| Chichen Itza: Pickup at Meeting Point | Full ruin day, 12h–13h | €26 per person | 4.89★ (830) | 12h–13h | Site and cenote admission paid when boarding |
| Half Day Turtles & Cenotes | Akumal snorkeling and a cenote | €90 per person | 4.85★ (2,674) | 5h | Marine conservation fee extra |
| Azimut Private Yacht | Private boat for 4h | €1271 per group/vehicle | 4.99★ (601) | 4h | No free cancellation |
| Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise | Shared reef cruise, 4h | €81 per person | 4.65★ (667) | 4h | Dock fee extra |
| Playa del Carmen ATV, Ziplines & Cenote | ATV, ziplines and cenote | €35 per person | 4.75★ (2,112) | 4h | Shared ATV Ride with Meeting Point: no hotel pickup |
| Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour | Local food without a day trip | €72 per person | 4.93★ (1,364) | 3h | Transport to the meeting point extra |
Our editorial picks require a rating of 4.5★ or higher and at least 50 traveler reviews. Read our methodology.
The highest-rated experiences here, chosen by thousands of real reviews.
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This tour is one of the ways to enjoy the Riviera Maya in the best way, visiting 3 cenotes in one day, the adventure begins at your hotel or place of ...
What makes the Paamul tour unique is it's on a catamaran and when weather permits, we set sail to the bay and beach area. This is also one of our only...
Escape the crowds and explore the Riviera Maya your way on this 6-hour private tour — blending nature, culture, and flexibility for a truly personaliz...
All our experiences are hosted by our friendly and certified crew which will make your experience to be unforgettable. Our Yachts are in great conditi...
Explore the wonders of Tulum Mayan ruins with your own personal certified guide in the early morning to avoid large crowds. Experience the breathtaki...
Come to Chichenitza and visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, El Castillo, also known as the Temple of Kukulkan, a Mayan Pyramid right in t...
It is a private experience, where you can enjoy the Caribbean Sea while our chef cooks exclusive and delicious dishes and our host will serve you 'ref...
Explore the Mayan ruins of Tulum, snorkel with majestic Turtles in Akumal and discover the underground cenote. Do all of 3 activities on this half-day...
Discover the jewels of the Riviera Maya aboard our 53' Dos Piratas private yacht charter! On this 4-hour all-inclusive tour, we will take you to the...
Choose VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour if you want a full day centred on ruins; choose The Best Cenotes in Tulum if swimming is the priority. The median durations are 11 hours for Chichen Itza and 5 hours for cenotes. For example, VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour costs €268 per person, rated 4.98 from 1,854 reviews. Private Tour: The Best Cenotes in Tulum costs €181 per person, rated 5 from 406 reviews.
For a shared cenote outing, budget €42 per person for Ride to Cenotes and arrange your own arrival. Treat private guided days as a separate budget choice. For tours priced per person, the median is €136, with the middle half at €85 to €223. Shared tours have a median of €105; private tours, €225. This is a spread between different products, not a premium for the same tour. For example, Ride to Cenotes costs €42 per person, rated 5 from 431 reviews.
For a half day, start with food tours, cooking classes or the Azimut Xpu-Ha charter. Give Chichen Itza a day of its own, and allow a full day for Tulum and Coba combinations. Food tours have a median duration of 3 hours, cooking classes 3 hours. Ruin tour medians are 11 hours for Chichen Itza, 7 hours for Tulum and 8.5 hours for Coba. For example, Azimut Xpu-Ha Private Yacht costs €1,063 per boat, rated 4.99 from 573 reviews.
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For a wheelchair user, start with private tours marked accessible by the operator. For a stroller or infant, use the kids filter; neither flag establishes suitability for swimming or adventure activities. Operator-marked wheelchair access: 43 of 140 private tours and 15 of 149 shared tours. The kids filter checks strollers and infants accepted: 157 of 289. If considering VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour, €268 per person, rated 4.98 from 1,854 reviews, filter first, then confirm with the operator: its private label does not establish access or child suitability.
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For a couple or family, budget for the whole Azimut Private Yacht and divide the vehicle price by your party size. Add transport and fees separately. 39 of 41 charters are priced per boat, with a median of €1,454 per boat. Some other charters are priced per person. For example, Azimut Private Yacht costs €1,271 per boat, rated 4.99 from 601 reviews. Transport and fees are extra.
If hotel collection matters, filter for pickup even for a cenote day. Ride to Cenotes is an option when you can arrange your own arrival. Hotel pickup is listed for 192 of 289 tours, including 47 of 48 Chichen Itza tours and 53 of 60 cenote tours. For example, Ride to Cenotes costs €42 per person, rated 5 from 431 reviews, with no hotel pickup.
Figures in these answers come from the 289 tours on this page, as of October 16, 2026.