On this private tour you will explore the amazing Tulum Ruins, located on the beautiful Tulum beach! Located in Tulum, these ruins are the only Mayan ruins located directly on a beach. You will enjoy learning the interesting history behind this location from our knowledgable guides who are all federally licensed and speak fluent English and Spanish. As you walk through the different areas of the site you will learn the purposes that each structure served within this ancient Mayan community.
Tour Options
Pickup in Tulum or Akumal
Roundtrip transportation included from locations in Tulum or Akumal.
Pickup included
Pickup in Playa del Carmen
Roundtrip transportation included from locations in Playa del Carmen.
Pickup included
Pickup in Puerto Aventuras
Roundtrip transportation included from locations in Puerto Aventuras.
Pickup included
Itinerary
Admission included120 min
Explore the beautiful Tulum Ruins located on the white sand beach and overlooking the clear blue Caribbean Sea! This is a very informative tour that focuses on the Mayan history and archeology in the Tulum area.
Highlights
Bottled water
Snacks
Air Conditioned Transportation
All Fees and Taxes
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Air Conditioned Transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
Pickup Locations & Times
Roundtrip transportation included from Tulum, Akumal, Puerto Aventuras, or Playa del Carmen. Please select the booking option that corresponds with the pickup location.
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tulum Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) take?
Tulum Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Tulum Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) cost?
Prices start at $159 per person for this Tulum experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Tulum Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Roundtrip transportation included from Tulum, Akumal, Puerto Aventuras, or Playa del Carmen. Please select the booking option that corresponds with the pickup location. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyIMkDytWIM/beYXns0baafw=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyL04wsFMVOOGT6Sn4UtOE60=.
What languages is Tulum Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(239)
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L6615BWdeborahm
August 13, 2026
Wonderful tour
Eli was a fabulous guide. He was patient with my disability, and never made me feel rushed. He also entertained us with a riveting tale of the history of the Myans.
Operator response
It's great to hear you enjoyed your tour of the Tulum Ruins with Eli so much, thank you! We hope to see you again for another adventure!
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Peggy_C
July 7, 2026
Amazing Mayan facts!
Our tour guide, Rodrigo, picked us up and immediately immersed us with knowledge. He was extremely knowledgeable about the Mayan culture and answered all our questions. I also appreciate the visuals he brought to further explain concepts. He had a great sense of humor and was very patient with us. It was nice that he offered to take pics as a family in spots he knew. He made sure we had water and protection in case of rain. I also appreciate the communication with a Pic of the car to look for in the am. It was amazing!
Operator response
We are happy you enjoyed your Tulum Ruins Tour with us! We hope to see you again!
Gracias!
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Mindi_S
June 17, 2026
Eli was Great!
Eli is a local of Tulum and not only gave us a very professional and knowledgeable tour of the ruins, but also gave us insight into the local life and how it has changed over the years.
Operator response
We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your Tulum Ruins Tour with Eli so much. We hope to see you again for another adventure!
Gracias!
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Vic_F
June 3, 2026
A walk into Mayan times
Excellent guide, very knowledgeable and interesting in bringing history and the environment into understanding the site. A pleasure to spend the day with. An Engaging and charismatic personality.
Operator response
Hola Vic,
Thank you for your feedback, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your Tulum Ruins Tour with us! We hope to see you again!
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Sean_M
May 31, 2026
Tulum ruins private tour
The tour operator Eli was great. Communication was on WhatsApp. Eli gave me a picture of his vehicle which was helpful. He was casual,very friendly, and knowledgeable. His personality was such that you felt at ease and was just hanging out with a friend. It was a private tour just for the two of us and the one one experience was awesome.
Operator response
Hi Sean,
We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your Tulum Ruins Tour with Eli so much! We hope to see you again for another adventure!
Gracias
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Fred H
May 6, 2026
Rood did an excellent job of showing us the Mayan Ruins of Tulum! He is well informed making the tour very interesting.
Rood was an excellent tour guide! We have been on a lot of tours over the years and his was in the top 5. Very appreciative! Fred and Sharon
Operator response
We are very happy to hear you had such a great time on our Tulum Ruins Tour! We hope to see you again for another adventure!
Gracias!
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dangC5259YC
April 23, 2026
An excellent tour with our 17 month old
We had a great experience on the tour with our guide Rodrigo. He did an excellent job explaining the history of the ruins as well as the geology of the Yucatan on the drive to the ruins.
We did the tour with our 1.5 year old in a hiking back back and that worked out really well for us. Our son had fun looking at all the iguanas 🦎. While we learned a ton about the Mayan Ruins!
Operator response
We appreciate your feedback! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with Rodrigo so much, and we hope to see you again!
Gracias!
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Gigi_A
April 22, 2026
Great experience,...
Great experience, convenient pick up from hotel and great guide, especially if you want to go at your own pace!
Operator response
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with us so much! We hope to see you again!
Gracias!
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janicecd
April 11, 2026
Great Tulum Ruins Tour!
I have been on several tours with Yucatan Eli's Tours over the past few years. A friend of mine joined me on my most recent trip to Tulum and she wanted to see the Tulum Ruins, Yucatan Eli's Tours did not disappoint! Eli picked us up on time at our hotel and we went for a great tour of the Tulum Ruins and also a delicious lunch at a restaurant in Tulum (Eli knows great local restaurants!) We enjoyed the tour of the ruins and lunch very much, lots of great pictures at the ruins! I always recommend Yucatan Eli's Tours for the best private tours, do not hesitate to book with them!
Operator response
Hi Janice,
We are happy you and your friend enjoyed your Tulum Ruins Tour with Eli so much, and it was great to see you again!! See you next time for another adventure!
Gracias!
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butchartd
March 31, 2026
Average
This had potential to be better, but our guide only focused on 3-4 buildings on site. What about the others? The whole tour felt incomplete. Plus, all the structures are roped off so that you can’t go inside. It makes for a mediocre tour and was pretty disappointing. Definitely not worth the money.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback. Are you sure you reviewed the correct tour company, Yucatan Eli's Tours? We do not focus on only 3-4 structures on our Tulum Ruins tours, we tour the entire site in addition to the Jaguar National Park.
Regarding the structures being roped off, we have no control of this. The government department that oversees the archaeological sites in Mexico ropes off most structures at the most popular locations to preserve the integrity of the ancient structures.