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Private Day Trip to Ek Balam Ruins and Cenote Maya from Tulum

By Europe prime tours
Free cancellation available
Price is £781 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Join this private day trip from Tulum and uncover one of the Yucatán Peninsula’s most impressive and less crowded ancient cities, followed by a refreshing swim in a spectacular cenote.

At Ek Balam, explore towering pyramids, ceremonial plazas, and remarkably preserved stucco sculptures that set this site apart from other Mayan ruins. Climb to the top of the main Acropolis for panoramic jungle views and imagine the power of this once-flourishing city.

After discovering the ruins, cool off at a nearby cenote — a natural freshwater sinkhole sacred to the Maya. Swim in crystal-clear waters surrounded by limestone formations and lush vegetation, offering the perfect balance of culture and relaxation in one unforgettable day.

  • Private tour allows for a personalised experience at Ek Balam
  • Explore ancient pyramids and ceremonial plazas with no crowds
  • Swim in a cool cenote, sacred to the Maya
  • Comfortable private transport

Activity location

  • Ek Balam Village
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ek Balam Village
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

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Private Day Trip to Ek Balam Ruins and Cenote Maya from Tulum
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
£781.19 x 1 Adult£781.19
Total
Price is £781.19
Until Thu, 9 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    A local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance tickets
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Ek Balam Village

  • 3h
Ek Balam is an ancient Mayan city known for its impressive Acropolis and detailed stucco carvings. Unlike many archaeological sites, visitors can still climb the main pyramid for breathtaking views over the jungle canopy. The site is quieter than more famous ruins, allowing for a more intimate and immersive experience.

Cenote Maya Park

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
A cenote maya is a natural freshwater sinkhole formed by the collapse of limestone bedrock, primarily found in the Yucatán Peninsula. Derived from the Maya word ts'ono'ot (sacred well), these, often underground, caves were considered gateways to the underworld (Xibalba) and served as essential water sources and ritual sites.

Tulum

  • 2h
Take in the beautiful countryside of Mexico as you sit back and relax while your guide drives you around

Location

Activity location

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    Ek Balam Village
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Ek Balam Village
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

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