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Tulum and Coba Archaeological Sites Tour: Explore Mayan History and Culture
5.0
11 Ratings
Cancún
Immerse yourself in the magic and traditions of Mexico with our captivating tour to Tulum and Coba archaeological sites. Explore Mayan history, enjoy a soul-cleansing ceremony, and indulge in a tantalizing regional buffet. End your adventure in the vibrant city of Playa del Carmen.
Duration:
14 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Tulum Archaeological Site - Arrive at the archeological site of Tulum. Here you will have a guided visit, learning what the most representative edifications have to tell and the highlights of this amazing Maya ancient city by the hand of your certified tour guide
- Chococacao Maya - Arrive at the restaurant. Our Chef will delight you with our exquisite Regional Buffet with a unique selection of typical recipes to satisfy your palate. Vegan and vegetarian alternatives are considered in our menu.
- Zona Arqueologica de Coba - Guided visit to the archaeological site of Coba. You will witness the greatness of the pyramid of “Nohoch Mul,” which is 42 meters (137.7 feet) high and is one of the highest edifications in the Maya territory. You will have free time to walk by the surroundings, an excellent opportunity to take many interesting photos.
- Cenote Kuxtal - Visit the beautiful “Cenote Kuxtal.” Swim in its healing mineral crystal clear waters. Take beautiful photos for your best memories, and above all, spend an unforgettable moment with your couple, friends, or family.
*Note: Lockers and life jackets rent is not included and costs 4 dollars.
- Playa Del Carmen - Last but not least. Our final stop will be at Playa del Carmen, ranked within TripAdvisor’s Top 25 Most Popular Destinations in the World. We will walk to the World Famous “Quinta Avenida” (Fifth Avenue). On “Fifth Avenue,” a great diversity of picturesque thematic shops with striking styles, from a tropical restaurant to a cafe that seems to have been taken from a street in Paris.
What's Included
- Entry admission fees and guided walk to: Tulum, Coba and Cenote.
- Exquisite Regional Food Buffet, made with the best of the regional cuisine.
- Unlimited drinks (Water, sodas and beer) on board the bus, one at the restaurant
- Round trip on board our new panoramic coach buses with air conditioner.
- Pickup and Drop-off (in shared transportation) at your hotel or meeting point.
- Box lunch on board of transportation.
- Towels in the cenote.
- Quick visit and free walk to the Playa del Carmen’s 5th Avenue.
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Visit to the beautiful Cenote Kuxtal | Swimming is allowed.
- Bilingual certified guides and experts in Mayan culture.
- Water or Gatorade after the visit of each archeaological site.
What's Not Included
- Life jacket (to be paid) at the Cenote. Rent: $50 MXN (Cash only)
- Bycicle (to be paid) at the Cenote. Rent: $70 MXN (Cash only)
- Trycicle with driver (“optional” - to be paid) at the Cenote. Rent: $150 MXN (Cash only)
- Tulum: Archaeological Tax (to be paid) at the site. $60 MXN (Cash only)
- Coba: Archaeological Tax (to be paid) at the site. $100 MXN (Cash only)
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the magic and traditions of Mexico with our captivating tour to two remarkable archaeological sites - Tulum and Coba. Breathe in the history of Tulum, one of the best-preserved coastal Mayan sites, set against the stunning backdrop of the awe-inspiring Caribbean Sea. Venture into the heart of the ancient city of Coba, conquering the towering Nohoch Mul pyramid, one of the tallest structures in the Maya world. This journey includes a guided visit, a soul-cleansing ceremony led by a Mayan shaman, and a tantalizing regional buffet prepared by our resident chef. Find serenity in the healing, crystal clear waters of Cenote “Kuxtal” capturing memories worth a thousand words. To round off your adventure, we take you to the globally-renowned city of Playa del Carmen, a top-rated destination according to TripAdvisor. Experience the vibrant diversity and pulsating energy of the world-famous “Fifth Avenue” as a perfect end to your journey.
- DISCLAIMER: THE TOTAL DURATION OF THE TOUR IS COMPOSED OF PICKUP TIMES, ROAD TRANSFER TIME, AND DROP-OFF TIMES.
Location
PLAZA PARTY
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Johnnybo7344ad
Jul 19, 2024
Full-day Adventure, Amazing Combo in Riviera Maya!!! - Get ready for an all-day tour, but it will be worth it in every way. We end up exhausted. This activity transports you to a movie adventure. It's too much information, so much to learn. Our respect and thanks to the Tourballoon Travel team, as they have very capable guides and provide first-class service. Tulum with its incredible panoramic view of the Caribbean Sea, Coba with its colossal pyramid, exquisite Mexican food and the cenote, what a great combination!
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Cidz_12
Jul 18, 2024
5x1 Tulum, Coba, Cenote, Playa del Carmen - Highly recommended... Excellent tour, very organized. We were a group of 22 people between children and adults, we all had a great time. We visited 5 places and the food was excellent. We really enjoyed this tour. If you are thinking of booking, do so without regret.
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Kathleenbn
Jul 10, 2024
Never better, Tulum and Coba, ready to go! - We visited Tulum and Coba, just a few days after Hurricane Beryl hit this area, we thought we would find a battered and somewhat damaged place but we were surprised, especially Tulum, it seemed that the rains and the wind cleaned the place because the beach had a beautiful color and the terrain was perfectly clean and maintained. Excellent buffet food. The cenote was super fun. In fact, the tour overall was a great experience and totally recommended!
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Ammaholden
Jun 30, 2024
Tulum and Coba the idea complement after Chichen Itza! - My wife and I took this activity, we don't wanted to leave Cancun without visiting all this fantastic sites. Grandma stayed with the kids at the hotel so that we could embark on our adventure to learn a little more about the great Mayan heritage. The weather was perfect even when we saw that it was going to be raining, temperature was suitable for this. Visiting Tulum and Coba is different, Tulum is a Mayan ruins site in front of the beautiful Caribbean sea, Coba is hidden in the jungle and has the tallest pyramid in Mexico. Architecture styles have creative variations.
Cenote, drinks and food, completed this great package. We loved it!
A big "abrazo al amigo" Daniel our guide, we even made friends with him.
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Lauwood777
Jun 29, 2024
Riviera Maya Adventure with a touch of taste! - We visited the Riviera Maya on this awesome tour, which includes everything for a reasonable price. They are a pro team with years of experience; I asked our guide, Carlos, who is, by the way, a very charismatic guy.
We were picked up early in the morning on time. The customer service agent Maru, was very attentive and assisted us until we were on the bus. That was so kind of her. They use comfortable new buses with an open bar with sodas, water and beer. The food was yummy; my wife and I repeated the "Taco de Cochenita". The facilities in the restaurant are clean and good-looking.
The cenote was different in form from the other cenotes (four) we have visited before. This one has a platform, so you can enter by walking to the edge of the sinkhole. We had lots of fun!
Tulum and Coba were the "cherry on the top." We felt so excited being there and learning about the Mayans. We were amazed that this civilization was so advanced in knowledge and technology. Later, I even bought a book about the Mayan History. I fell in love with such civilization.
Overall, we strongly recommend Tourballoon Travel for this tour!
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Gerlbright
Jun 18, 2024
Tulum, Cenote and Coba, an explosive combo! - Since the first archaeological experience was kind of wet because of the weather, we decided to pick another great hit visiting Tulum, Coba and Cenote in the Riviera Maya. The weather was humid and the temperature not as high as the previous days. We learned that in this area of the Caribbean the weather predictions are not so accurate, so the best thing was to venture out and leave without thinking about it.
This time we had the most radical photos and dry (not muddy) terrains. To be in the high ground in Tulum and watch the sea landscape was unique. We visited also Coba which is a funny adventure. You have to take bicycles or tricycles guided by local natives, they take you to the heart of the ruins through the jungle. There you can find the main pyramid which they say is the tallest of al in this region of Mexico. Unfortunately they no longer allow climbing on it. Even if was possible, I wouldn't have gotten on :)
Food and drinks are OK, you have all you can drink on board and all you can eat at the restaurant.
I really recommend this tour, it has a good quality and it is really affordable.
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Andrewtodd24
Jun 4, 2024
An archaeologist in the right places! - My wife is an archaeologist, we're from LA, so you can imagine how amazing this experiences were. We went to Egypt the last year, this time we came to Cancun to visit many amazing ancient places (Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba, Uxmal, Ek Balam) in two days! We took a lot of photos and experienced firsthand what was once a great city full of life and Mayan inhabitants, with all its commercial activity, politics and customs. This was our best experience by far in many time. We chose right by going with Tourballoon Travel. Excellent agency!
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E7356qtthomash
Jun 1, 2024
Great family adventure in Tulum and Coba! - We love the historical tours. This time we went to visit Tulum and Coba plus a Cenote, prepare for a full-day adventure. This tour includes everything, maybe you should bring some extra money for tips, souvenirs and other optional purchases. Tulum is a unique place that join it all, sea, Mayan ruins, beautiful landscapes, it is just astonishing. We liked Coba too, it is more Indiana Jones style, with the bicycles, the jungle and what turn all this journey to life. Miguel, our tour guide. The Cenote was different with wood stairs and a platform, the roof is not open like others, great. Food and drinks are good, you can get refreshed between stops in the bus. Overall, if you want to spend a great day, don't miss this experience!
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Roam22677175111
Oct 6, 2023
Exceptional service! Unforgettable Tulum! - From the minute we stepped onto the tour bus, I knew a day full of wonders awaited us. Jorge and his crew were simply awesome, making us feel at home in a country we were visiting for the first time.
My husband was fascinated with all the information about the science behind Mayan customs, and I couldn't believe how well our guides handled three languages. Spanish, English, and Mayan!
At the traditional restaurant, the food was simply delicious. Despite the language barrier, the smiles and warmth of the local people made us feel welcome.
There were no surprises with the costs, everything was included as they said. Definitely, the tour was a hit. We will choose them again. I recommend.
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907mariajessicac
Oct 5, 2023
Tulum, Coba, exceeded our expectations! - My family and I really enjoyed this tour. We visited Tulum, Coba that exceeded our expectations, they are two amazing places that made it clear how majestic the Mayans were. The hotel pick-up service is very punctual and the person is friendly and attentive. The tour guide told us about fascinating things and shared very interesting information with us. Totally recommended!!
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