Duration
9:00 Hours
Activity Level
High
Experience Details*
Discover the clifftop ruins of a Mayan city, retrace the footsteps of a lost civilisation and relax on the white sand beach.
Hop on a ferry and cross the water to mainland Mexico and the beautiful Caribbean beaches of Playa Del Carmen. Stepping into the sprawling ruins of Tulum, you’re in the heart of the only Mayan seaport. Seven hundred years ago, traders hawked jade and turquoise here. Today, many fascinating structures reveal ancient secrets. Explore the Castillo that presides on the clifftop. Admire the Temple of the Frescoes. Marvel at the Mayan’s knowledge of astrology and discover The Temple of the Descending God, dedicated to Mayan belief in extra-terrestrial life.
Round off your adventures with free time to enjoy the breakers on the beach or explore the vibe of Playa Del Carmen.
At a glance*
Duration: Full day guided tour
Activity: High level of walking
Transport: By ferry, bus and on foot
Why book? To see a mystical Mayan settlement and enjoy the beach at Playa Del Carmen
Itinerary*
Ferry ride to Playa del Carmen> Drive to the Tulum Ruins by bus> Visit of the settlement> Drive back to Playa del Carmen by bus> Free time on the beach> Ferry ride back to the pier
What's included*
Ferry ride to mainland Mexico
Visit the ancient Mayan settlement of Tulum
Free time in Playa del Carmen
Photo opportunities
Essential information
From Cozumel, the ferry transfer is 45 minutes to Playa del Carmen and a further 1 hour bus ride to Tulum. The ferry may be shared with other cruise lines and the transfer may be choppy, which may affect those who suffer from motion sickness. This tour involves a lot of walking over uneven ground. There is a 15 minute walk from the ferry to the bus and also to the ruins from the bus parking area. Flat, non slip shoes are essential. There is a charge of US$5-$8 to use video cameras. The ruins should not be touched due to their fragile state. Please take swimwear if you wish to swim during the free time in Playa Del Carmen; please note free time may be limited however as this is dependent on local conditions. Please carry sun protection and local currency for purchasing a snack or refreshments. Due to time constraints lunch is not included therefore a hearty breakfast is recommended.
ACTIVITY EXCURSIONS, You and all those in your party should be aware that, in undertaking activity excursions, you will be involved in a degree of physical exertion and/or activity such as hiking, biking, snorkelling, kayaking, diving etc. By booking the excursion you confirm that you and all those in your party are in good physical and mental condition, with no history of conditions such as seizures, dizziness, fainting, heart condition, respiratory problems or back/neck problems (by way of example only). You should also ensure that no one in your party is taking medicine that carries a warning about impairment of physical or mental abilities. If you are pregnant this type of excursion may not be appropriate for you. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in the activities booked and you are reminded to take care for your own safety. Because of the risks associated with activity excursions, you may be asked by the excursion provider to sign a document which may affect or limit the excursion provider’s liability. Comfortable flat walking shoes are recommended.
BEACH/WATER RELATED EXCURSIONS, For any excursion involving water, passengers are reminded to exercise particular care. Alcohol and eating a full meal should be avoided before swimming. If buoyancy aids are provided for an activity they must be worn at all times. You should bear in mind that the sea is unpredictable. Lifeguards are unlikely to be present and there may not be a flag system to indicate whether or not it is safe to go in the water. In addition, beach activities may not be supervised or accompanied and so you should take care to satisfy yourself as to the safety of the beach and/or the sea at the time of your excursion. Please exercise caution when entering the sea as the seabed and aquatic environment is capable of springing surprises and we have not inspected the beach or seabed for its safety. Children must be supervised by you at all times near water. All activities on the beach, water and in the sea are undertaken at your own risk. You’ll need to take swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and flat shoes that can be worn in the water.
SCUBA DIVING, All passengers wishing to participate in a certified dive tour must hold a PADI open water scuba certification or BSAC Ocean Diver certification. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate divers with either a PADI Junior Open Water or a PADI Scuba Dive rating due to the depth limitations imposed by these qualifications. In line with the recommendations by the sports-diving industry, we strongly recommend that divers undertake a refresher course if they have not been diving within the last six months. You must be aged 15 or over, carry your dive certification card with you and we recommend that you carry your diving log or proof that you’ve recently completed a refresher course. If you are a certified diver, but are unable to meet our requirements we recommend taking the Discover Scuba excursion as an alternative. For Discover Scuba courses you don’t need any scuba experience but you must be 15 or over and be able to swim. You’ll also need to complete a medical/liability consent form before you go - but if you suffer from asthma, diabetes, heart problems or other medical conditions you won’t be able to take part. Please visit www.padi.com/padi/en/sd/whatsrequired.aspx for more information.