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Tulum Ruins Private Tour
Xaman-Ha Connections® gives your group an exclusive half-day private tour of the Tulum ruins. No crowds, no strangers, no rushed itinerary. Explore the cliffside temples above the Caribbean Sea with your own bilingual guide. We pick up directly at your hotel lobby from any resort along the Riviera Maya coastline, from Playa del Carmen to Akumal. No multi-hotel pickup loops, no commercial group buses. Just your group, your guide, and your pace. Entrance tickets to the Ruins and Jaguar Park included. No extra fees, no surprises. Hotel pickup from anywhere in the Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, and Akumal.
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Lowest price: $89 USD per person. Price varies by group size. The more people, the less you pay.
An all-included private Tulum ruins day with Xaman-Ha Connections®
What’s included?
- Door-to-door pickup from your hotel or resort anywhere in the Riviera Maya
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for your group only (no shared buses and no stops at other hotels)
- Cold drinks throughout the journey (water and soda per guest, stocked in the vehicle before pickup)
- SECTUR-certified bilingual guide exclusively for your group (full attention on you from the moment you arrive at the site)
- Entrance to the Tulum Archaeological Site (INAH and CONANP admission included)
- Entrance to the National Jaguar Park (no extra fees at the gate)
- Flexible itinerary adjusted to your group’s pace (no rushing)
- All local fees and taxes included
See the ruins. Skip the crowd.
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Tour Information & FAQs
- Your driver arrives at your hotel lobby at the agreed pickup time.
- Private drive to the Tulum Archaeological Site. Travel time varies by pickup point, roughly 30 to 45 minutes from most Riviera Maya resorts between Playa del Carmen and Akumal.
- Guided tour of the Tulum Archaeological Site. Your SECTUR-certified guide covers the history, temples, and Mayan cosmology at your group’s pace.
- Free time to explore the Jaguar Park and the ruins on your own.
- Cold drinks will be available throughout the ride, including water and soda for each guest.
- Approximate return: late morning, with the rest of your day free.
- Times may vary by pickup location and road conditions.
* Times may vary depending on your location and highway conditions. Pickups are only our suggestions.
- No multi-hotel pickup loop. Group tours from Riviera Maya resorts spend 45 to 60 minutes collecting passengers from multiple hotels before reaching the site. Your private tour departs directly from your lobby.
- Your guide works exclusively for your group. No crowd management, no splitting attention between 30 people. Your SECTUR-certified guide is focused entirely on your group from arrival to departure.
- You arrive early, before the crowd buses. Most large group tours arrive at the Tulum ruins between 10:00 and 11:30 AM. Your private departure means you reach the site earlier, with cooler temperatures, shorter lines, and better conditions for photos and exploration.
- No souvenir shop detours, no upselling on site. Your itinerary is yours.
The stunning Tulum Archaeological Site is one of the few ancient Mayan cities built by the sea. It used to be an important hub for trade and astronomy. One of its most remarkable structures sits atop the dramatic cliffs overlooking the Caribbean. This offers a captivating look into the rich heritage of the Maya civilization. Originally named Zama, meaning dawn in Maya. The Mayans chose this location for its strategic position above the reef, for astronomy, and for maritime trade along the Caribbean coast.
We pick up directly from any hotel, resort, or condo along the Riviera Maya coastline, including:
- Playa del Carmen: Fifth Avenue, the downtown area, and all hotel zones.
- Riviera Maya resorts: all properties between Playa del Carmen and Akumal, including Playacar, Puerto Aventuras, and Puerto Morelos.
For pickups outside these areas, contact us via WhatsApp before booking and we will confirm availability.
- Not recommended for guests with mobility issues or difficulty walking on uneven terrain. The Tulum Archaeological Site has stone paths, steps, and unpaved surfaces throughout.
- The tour involves walking and standing at the site.
- If anyone in your group has a health condition that may affect physical activity, let us know at booking so we can plan accordingly.
Yes. Xaman-Ha Connections® is SECTUR certified, authorized by Mexico’s Ministry of Tourism, and has run private tours across the Riviera Maya for over 10 years. We have also been featured in Forbes and Kayak. Every tour includes full liability insurance covering your group from pickup to drop-off. Learn more on our About page.
Tulum Ruins – Practical Travel Guide
Travel time depends on your pickup location. From Playa del Carmen, approximately 30 to 40 minutes. From Akumal and Bahia Tankah, approximately 20 minutes. Your driver adjusts pickup time based on road conditions.
- Comfortable walking shoes and light clothing. The site has limited shade and temperatures rise quickly after 9:00 AM.
- Sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen. The cliffside sections of the site have no overhead cover.
- A towel and swimsuit for the beach below the ruins.
- Bring cash for tips and any purchases at the site entrance.
- Cold drinks are provided on board the vehicle. No need to carry extra water for the drive.
- Travel light. The ruins involve walking on uneven terrain for an extended period.
Yes. Both are available as add-ons during checkout. Let us know about any dietary restrictions at booking and we will arrange accordingly.
Photography is allowed throughout the site. Professional equipment may incur additional fees charged by INAH at the entrance. Drones are prohibited. Let us know if you are bringing professional gear when booking.
Yes. We accommodate all dietary requirements. Inform us of any restrictions or allergies during booking and we will confirm the available options for your group.
This tour can be canceled up to 24 hours in advance. Only cancellation requests submitted by email are considered valid. See our Cancellation Policy for full details.
Yes. Contact us directly via WhatsApp or email and we will confirm availability for your group.
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