Visit with us the impressive Tulum Ruins by the turquoise sea
Tulum,which in Mayan means “fence or wall“,is one of the most visited Mayan sites in Yucatan. The impressive ruins with its backdrop of the turquoise waters is just breathtaking and a great memorable photo opportunity.
Meeting Point and tour description: We will meet at the Cozumel ferry pier 30 minutes before the ferry departs to Playa del Carmen*. After the comfortable 45-minute ferry ride,a new air-conditioned van will then take you for 45 minutes to Tulum where you will stay for about 1,5 hours.
Once in Tulum,you will have about a 10-minute walk to the entrance of the site. For approximately 1.5 hours,you will be tantalized with facts and tales of the ancient and modern Mayan life. We’ll discuss the culture as it was during the times of Tulum. Also taking time to examine the inscriptions and murals on the temples;describing the decoration,rich iconography and its meaning to the Mayan. If your schedule allows it,you may also have time for some shopping or a little dip at the beach before returning to Cozumel.
You have nothing to do to prepare for this tour as we have included everything – your English-speaking guide,round-trip ferry ride,round trip transportation to Playa del Carmen,and your admission to Tulum.
*For customers joining us from Playa del Carmen,the meeting point is right before the ferry pier outside the restaurant-bar Sr. Frogs at 08:30am,09:30 am,10:30am or 11:30am,depending on your tour schedule.
Included:
- Round ferry ride Cozumel-Playa del Carmen
- Round trip to Tulum in new air-conditioned vehicles
- Travel insurance
- Admission and guided tour at the ruins
- Punctuality
- Professional guide
Schedule: 8:00,9:00,10:00 and 11:00 (From November to April) 9:00,10:00 and 11:00 (From May to October).
- Please,be at the meeting point 30 minutes before the departure time.
- If you have a group or a different schedule please,contact us we’ll try to customize the tour to meet your needs.
Duration: 5.5 hours
Pricing: Adults:$100 USD / Children under 12:$80 USD
Deposit: A deposit per person is required at the moment of booking to confirm spaces for this excursion. Balance payment will be required ONLY in cash (Pesos or US Dollars) at check-in. Your deposit is fully refundable if you cancel your tour at least 7 days prior to your tour date or for any reason your cruise ship does not call port in Cozumel.
Restrictions:
- Your ship must be in Cozumel for at least 8 to 9 hours to book this tour.
- Child rate applies for children under 12 years old.
- There is a fee of 35 Pesos (NOT included in the tour price) for the use of video cameras at the ruins. Tripods are not allowed. This fee is paid directly at the entrance of the site.
- We require a minimum of 2 people to operate this tour. We usually make groups with other people who might be interested in the same tour on the same date. If you book this tour with us and we do not get the minimum of participants required,we will inform you at least one week in advance and will offer you our best possible alternative.
- The local time in Cozumel (US Central Time) may be one hour earlier than your ship. If you’re not sure which time to select,please contact us.
- This tour does not operate on New Year’s Day.
Recommendations: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Drinking water,a hat and sun block lotion would also be a good idea. Consider bringing extra film (or an extra memory card) and batteries for your camera. In rainy season (May to November) mosquito repellent and light raincoats are recommended.
Important notice: The meeting point for all our Cozumel tours is under the swallows sculpture in the San Miguel Ferry pier at Rafael Melgar Avenue,across from Las Palmeras restaurant and next to the big Mexican flag. Be sharp 30 minutes before check in at the ferry!.
After your booking we will email you detailed information including map of the meeting point and directions on how to find us.
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Pilar,
On the 11am Tulum Tour,will we have an opportunity for lunch,or should we bring something from the ship? If we stop for lunch,we’d be interested in a little local restaurant with quick service.
Thanks,Dave Flower
Hello,
The cruiseship will arrive in Cozumel at 1:30pm Eastern Standard Time and there are two people in my group. Will I be able to book the Tulum Tour?
I hope that I am leaving this post in the appropriate place! In the off chance that I am not,I will be placing it in at least one other area of your website to ensure that our Guide Silvia is recognized for the outstanding service that she provided on our tour!!
From the incredibly warm greeting we received right from the beginning,we knew we had a true treasure in our Guide Silvia! She was without a doubt one of the most informative Tour Guides to share her time with us in Cozumel. Her 25+ years in the industry were evident in the vast array of culture and history that she described as each scene came alive before us. Instead of commercializing the Mayans and the Tulum excursion into a “Long count calendar seminar,” Silvia’s enthusiasm and warmth brought each piece of history to life and made it personal for each member of the tour.
I would highly recommend any tour that she is leading and this one with the view at the top—SPECTAULAR!! Definitely a great value and well worth the money.
Crystal Smith
Traveled on Carnival Valor Cruise,12/16 – 12/23
Toured Tulum 12/18
Hello,
We arrive at 11:00 AM on Thursday,Nov.15 on Carnival Paradise cruise. Is it possible to join the 11:00 AM Tour? Our departure is at 8:00 PM. If not,can you suggest a tour that fits our schedule and includes Tulum?
Omar and Gladys
Do you have private tours? We are coming in a cruise ship and don’t have much time. Our cruise ship arrives at 8:00am. Is it possible to catch the 9:00 ferry from Cozumel and return by 2:30? We are 4 adults looking to see Tulum.
Can you email me an itinerary with times for Wednesday,June 13?
I am interested in booking the Tulum tour for three people for March 16th,2012. Our ship gets in at 8:00 AM,but is on daylight savings time so may be 9:00 AM your time. Should we book the 9:00 AM tour? Also we would not be there a half hour early. Should we book the 10:00 AM tour,which would be 9:00AM on ship time. We would need to be back on the ship at 5:00 PM,which would probably be 6:00PM your time.
Susan
In order to do this excursion why does the cruise ship have to be at port for 8-9 hours if the tour is 5.5 hours? our ship will be there for 10,but i was just wondering because I would like to get back and see cozumel before getting back on the cruise ship. Thanks for your help.
Hi,
I’m looking to book a tour of the Tulum Ruins for Dec 21,2011 for 3 people. We are coming via HAL –Rynham and arrive in Cozumel at 8am. The ship departs at 5pm. Do you have open slots for this date? We would like to book in early Nov.
Thank you
Hi,
I’m looking to book a tour of the Tulum Ruins for January 10,2012 for 2 people. We are coming via Carnival Glory and arrive in Cozumel at 8am. The ship departs at 5pm. Is there enough time to see the ruins and make it back to the ship?
Thank you
Hi,
I’m trying to book the Tulum tour for a group of three. Our country,Curacao,Netherlands Antilles does not have a country code and my booking is rejected. Can you please advise what to do? Thanks.
Angel Kirchner