The 2 Shore Excursions Tours in Mexico That Earn Their Price

1.Costa Maya Shore Excursion: Chacchoben Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,109 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $64Our pick

Travel by air-conditioned minivan from Costa Maya to Chacchoben, where guides such as Ismael and Octavio explain the temples, pigments, hieroglyphics, and jungle wildlife. Expect about 50 minutes each way, 90 minutes at the ruins, uneven paths, steep steps, bottled water, and a small-group feel for $64.11.

“After multiple excursions, my family finally found one that was all around amazing. Like alot of reviews on here, Octavio was our tour guide. He did an excellent job explaining all the history to us. I was watching the ship ran tour groups and felt we were getting alot more info. Lucky for my family of 4, the other family cancelled and we got private tour of the ruins. We never felt rushed, we got to explore by ourselves when we wanted, and Octavio helped us take family photos. After having 2 shore excursions where we were begged for tips, and had mediocre experiences at best, this shore excursion was…”

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2.Cozumel Shore Excursion: 5-Hour Sightseeing Tour with Private Driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 325 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend about five hours touring Cozumel with a private driver such as Gerry, Sergio, Luis, or Alberto. Visit a chocolate factory, taste tequila, see San Gervasio, stop at El Mirador, and finish at Playa Palancar. Your driver adjusts the pace and returns you to the cruise or ferry pier.

“The perfect experience with a very personable and knowledgeable guide/driver. Thank you so much, Gerry”

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