Private Chichen Itza & Maya Ruins Tours
Explore Chichen Itza, Ek Balam, Tulum and Coba with private transportation, certified guides, flexible timing and optional cenote stops.
Private Tours Across YucatanRiviera Maya & the Mexican Caribbean
Maya Explorer Tours designs private day tours and custom luxury itineraries across Yucatan, Riviera Maya and the Mexican Caribbean. Explore Chichen Itza, cenotes, Maya ruins, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, Holbox, Bacalar and private transfers, all planned around your hotel, pace and travel style.
Book a single private tour or let us design your full trip with guides, drivers, routes, timing and local recommendations.
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Signature Private Experiences
Our Signature Private Tours in Yucatan & the Mexican Caribbean
Chichen Itza is our heritage flagship, but Maya Explorer Tours also designs private island days, snorkeling trips, cenote routes, Maya ruins tours, and custom luxury itineraries across Yucatan, Riviera Maya and the Mexican Caribbean.
Private Isla Mujeres Trips
Plan a Caribbean island day with ferry or private boat logic, Playa Norte beach time, golf cart routing, snorkeling, lunch stops and flexible pacing from Cancun.
Private Cozumel Trips
Design a Cozumel day around ferry timing, reef snorkeling, beach clubs, island drives, local food stops and private guide coordination from Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya.
Want ruins, cenotes and islands in one route?
Plan My Private TripCustom Trip Planning
Luxury Yucatan Travel Planning, Built Around Your Route
Some travelers want one private tour. Others need the full trip planned: where to stay, which ruins to visit, which cenotes to pair, when to start, how to avoid backtracking, and when a private driver makes the day easier. Our custom planning service connects private tours, transfers, guides, islands, cenotes, restaurants and overnight routes into one practical itinerary.
Private itinerary design
Day-by-day planning for 3, 5, 7 and 10+ day trips across Yucatan, Riviera Maya and the Mexican Caribbean.
Private drivers and guides
Hotel pickup, airport transfers, bilingual guides, archaeologist-led ruins tours and comfort-first routing.
Luxury pacing
Early starts, crowd avoidance, slower family timing, boutique hotel logic, premium vehicles and curated lunch stops.
Regional route planning
Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Riviera Maya, Valladolid, Merida, Chichen Itza, Holbox, Cozumel and Bacalar.
Cancun Airport Transfers
Cancun Airport Transfers - Fixed Price, Private Vehicle, No Shared Buses
Private SUV and van transfers from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to every major hotel zone and resort area. Fixed price confirmed on WhatsApp. No surprises.
Hotel Zone & Cancun
From $49 per vehicle. 20 minutes from the airport to any hotel on Boulevard Kukulcan.
Playa del Carmen
From $81 per vehicle. Private door-to-door in about 55 minutes, no stops, no shared van.
Tulum
From $138 per vehicle. Direct to Tulum hotel zone, jungle road, or beach road - your driver meets you at arrivals.
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Explore Tours by Departure City
Hotel pickup included from every major city across Yucatan and the Riviera Maya.
Cancun
Most departure options
Chichen Itza, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, cenotes, whale sharks, ruins, parks & food tours. Hotel Zone & downtown pickup.
Widest tour range
Hotel Zone pickup
2.5 hrs to Chichen Itza
Playa del Carmen
2 hrs from Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza, cenotes near Tulum, Cozumel ferry, ruins, and day trips along the Riviera Maya. 5th Ave & Playacar pickup.
5th Avenue pickup
Cozumel ferry access
Cenotes 40 min away
Tulum
Closest to the ruins
Chichen Itza (80 miles, closest departure), Coba (45 min), cenotes, Sian Ka'an, and private jungle day trips.
Shortest drive to CI
Coba 45 min away
Beach road pickup
Merida
1.5 hrs from Chichen Itza
Closest major city to Chichen Itza. Uxmal, inland cenotes, haciendas, and Yucatan cultural day trips.
Closest city to CI
Uxmal ruins nearby
Colonial base
Our Difference
Why Travelers Choose Maya Explorer Tours
Private and flexible Yucatan experiences - built around your group, your schedule, and your interests.
Regional Coverage
Chichen Itza, Tulum, Ek Balam, Coba, cenotes, islands, nature tours, parks, food, and curated stays - the full Yucatan covered.
Certified Expert Guides
Bilingual archaeologist guides on all Mayan ruins tours. Specialist guides for nature, diving, and food experiences.
Transparent Inclusions
Every tour lists exactly what is and isn't included - no hidden fees or surprise add-ons on the day.
Five Departure Cities
Hotel pickup from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Riviera Maya resorts, and Merida. Daily departures on all flagship tours.
Flexible Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure on all private tours. No payment required to enquire via WhatsApp.
Custom Luxury Trip Planning
Beyond single tours - we design multi-day private itineraries across Yucatan, Riviera Maya and the Mexican Caribbean, with handpicked stays from Cancun to Tulum, Merida, and near Chichen Itza.
Featured Experiences
Popular Tours Across Yucatan & Riviera Maya
From private Chichen Itza tours to Caribbean island day trips, whale shark encounters, and cultural food experiences.
Most PopularPrivate Chichen Itza Tour
Your own archaeologist guide, your own vehicle, your own pace. The flagship Yucatan experience.
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VIPLuxury Chichen Itza Tour
Premium SUV, gourmet hacienda lunch, sparkling welcome. Maximum comfort and exclusivity.
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Tulum Ruins Tour
The only Mayan ruins on a Caribbean cliff - El Castillo cliffside views and optional beach time.
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Ek Balam Tour
Climbable Maya pyramid with far fewer crowds than Chichen Itza. Stunning jungle views.
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SeasonalWhale Shark Tour
Swim with the world's largest fish off Isla Mujeres - one of the most remarkable marine encounters.
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Isla Mujeres Day Trip
Ferry, golf cart, Playa Norte beach, MUSA snorkeling, and turtle sanctuary - all from Cancun.
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Sian Ka'an Biosphere Tour
Float through ancient Mayan canals in a UNESCO biosphere with turquoise lagoon and wildlife.
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Explore Yucatan & Riviera Maya by Experience
Private tours, guided experiences, and airport transfers across Yucatan and Riviera Maya - ruins, cenotes, islands, nature, parks, food, and door-to-door transfers from $49.
Trip Planning
Plan Your Trip with Guides, Route Planning & Tools
Practical guides for Chichen Itza and the wider Yucatan - opening hours, timing, costs, routes, and free planning tools.
Best Time to Visit Cancun & the Yucatán
Regional month-by-month weather — dry season, rainy season, hurricane risk, and UV.
Best Time to Visit Chichen Itza
Month-by-month guide - crowds, weather, equinox dates, and peak season timing.
Cenotes Near Chichen Itza
Ik Kil, Suytun, Oxman, Hubiku - which cenotes are on each tour and how to choose.
How Far Is Chichen Itza?
Distances, driving times, and best departure city for your hotel location.
Opening Hours & Rules
Entry times, prohibited items, dress code, and what to know before you arrive.
Chichen Itza Tour Cost
What everything costs in 2026 - tour prices, entrance fees, lunch, and add-ons.
What to Bring
Packing list: sunscreen, swimwear, shoes, water, and what to leave behind.
Mayan Ruins Comparison
Chichen Itza vs Tulum vs Ek Balam vs Coba - crowds, climbing, and what each offers.
Route & Distance Guides
Cancun -> CI, Playa -> CI, Tulum -> CI, Merida -> CI, and Cancun -> Tulum route guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Start Planning Your Yucatan & Riviera Maya Trip
Whether you want to explore Chichen Itza, compare tours from Cancun, discover cenotes and islands, or find the right hotel or resort - Maya Explorer Tours is built to help you plan more confidently.
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