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Tours & Guided Tours in Playa del Carmen

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.

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5.0 Excellent 80 reviews
3h
#8 of 41 · Private Yacht & Catamaran Charters

3-Hour 40' Leopard Private Catamaran with Snacks & Open Bar

After welcoming you at the Puerto Aventuras Marina, we’ll board and cruise along the stunning Riviera Maya coast for approximately 35 minutes before a...

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 80 reviews
4h 30m
#3 of 14

Tulum Ruins & Cenote guided private tour from Tulum and Riviera Maya.

The archeological site of Tulum, an ancient Mayan port overlooking the crystal waters of the Caribbean, is a must-see on a visit to the Yucatan. Enjoy...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 79 reviews
3h–6h
#2 of 11 · Eco Park Tours

Hidden Cenote exploration in Playa del Carmen

Embark on an unforgettable adventure, an intimate guided tour, as you unveil the hidden secrets of the Yucatán Peninsula in a stunning, uncrowded ceno...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 79 reviews
3h–5h
#2 of 8

Cenote and Swimming with Turtles Private Tour in Akumal

Dive into crystal-clear cenotes on this private tour and swim with Turtles in their natural habitat, making unforgettable memories! Enjoy personalized...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 88 reviews
6h–7h
#3 of 20 · Cobá Ruins Tours

Coba Private Tour – Ancient Ruins & Refreshing Cenote Swim

Experience the awe-inspiring Coba Mayan ruins alongside a knowledgeable and certified private guide. Embark on an exhilarating journey through the ru...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 77 reviews
12h
#3 of 3

Private VW Beetle Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid

Operated by Senor Travel Bug, the itinerary of this tour is a classic of the Cancun and Riviera Maya region, but with two principal differences. You w...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 98 reviews
4h
#5 of 9

Tulum Private Sunseeker with Snacks and Open Bar

Escape the crowds on your own private yacht and discover the Riviera Maya from the Caribbean Sea. Reserved for your group, this experience is ideal fo...

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 75 reviews
12h
#13 of 48 · Chichén Itzá Tours

VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour

Explore the ruins at Chichen Itza and Ek Balam and get the chance to swim in a freshwater cenote with this private tour from Playa del Carmen. You'll ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 137 reviews
5h
#34 of 41 · Private Yacht & Catamaran Charters

5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel

Treat yourself to a day of luxury during this 5-hour, private yacht tour. Make stops at two gorgeous snorkel locations. Both are sheltered reef areas:...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 83 reviews
1h
#8 of 39 · Swim with Turtles in Akumal

Snorkel with Turtles in Akumal | Private Tour + Photos Included

In Green Life we share much more than a snorkeling tour: we share a part of our home. We are a local and family cooperative formed by people who have ...

In high demand
5.0 Excellent 73 reviews
9h–10h
#14 of 48 · Chichén Itzá Tours

Chichen Itza Private Tour – Early & direct Access + Valladolid

Experience the awe-inspiring Chichen Itza in optimal conditions with our exclusive morning tour. By selecting this tour, you can avoid the crowds and ...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 132 reviews
4h–5h
#7 of 24 · Snorkeling Tours

Cenote Dos Ojos Private Tour – Snorkeling & Mayan Lunch

Experience the ultimate adventure with our exclusive private snorkeling tour to the renowned Dos Ojos cenote. Embark on an early departure to beat th...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 79 reviews
5h–6h
#9 of 39 · Swim with Turtles in Akumal

Turtle Encounter Private Tour – Swim with Sea Turtles & Cenote

Experience a one-of-a-kind and exclusive private snorkeling tour that offers the opportunity to swim with turtles in Akumal. Afterward, you can enjoy...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 69 reviews
5h
#10 of 41 · Private Yacht & Catamaran Charters

5H Private Lux 40' Yacht All Inclusive - Tulum & Playa del Carmen

We depart from Puerto Aventuras Marina and head north for about an hour to our first stop, a beautiful reef area called In-Ha where you can swim in th...

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 69 reviews
12h
#4 of 20 · Cobá Ruins Tours

VIP Chichen Itza & Coba Private Tour

- Deep clean and sanitize van and equipment (done for every tour). - VIP Private Tour. Just for you. - Avoid the crowds & the midday heat. - Shortest...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated October 16, 2026

Guidekin's verdict

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.

Ruins and cenotes?
VIP Tulum Private Tour

Start with VIP Tulum Private Tour for ruins, two cenotes, entries and transport: 6h at €227 per person, minimum two guests.

★ 4.99 (510 reviews) · €227 per person · 6h · Lunch extra
Only half a day?
Ride to Cenotes

For a half day, Ride to Cenotes includes three cenotes, entry, bikes and snorkel gear: 4h at €42 per person; no hotel pickup.

★ 5 (431 reviews) · €42 per person · 4h · 5, 431 reviews
Want your own boat?
Azimut Private Yacht

Choose the Azimut for a private boat with snorkel gear, paddleboards and a meal: 4h at €1271 per group/vehicle; transport and fees extra.

★ 4.99 (601 reviews) · €1271 per group/vehicle · 4h · Priced per boat
TourBest forPriceRatingDurationTrade-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.

Best tours in Playa del Carmen, rated by travelers

The highest-rated experiences here, chosen by thousands of real reviews.

Top rated
5.0 Excellent 431 reviews
4h

Ride to a life changing cenotes tour

This experience is perfect for you as it has a combination of unique elements that we share with you below: THE CENOTES Each cenote is different, a...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 406 reviews
6h

Private Tour The Best Cenotes in Tulum Riviera Maya

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 ...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 348 reviews
4h

4H Private 38'Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen

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...

Top rated
5.0 Excellent 310 reviews
6h

VIP Cenotes Private Tour

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...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 290 reviews
4h

4 hours snorkel & beach tour - Private Yacht 47 ft

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...

In high demand
5.0 Excellent 289 reviews
6h–7h

Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling

Explore the wonders of Tulum Mayan ruins with your own personal certified guide in the early morning to avoid large crowds. Experience the breathtaki...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 243 reviews
7h–8h

Private Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Tour with Lunch

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...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 239 reviews
4h

Private Luxury Catamaran in Tulum with Snacks and Open Bar

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...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 239 reviews
5h–7h

Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles

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...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 215 reviews
4h

4 Hours - 53' Hatteras - Tulum, Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya

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...

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

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.