3-day itinerary · Tulum
3 Days in Tulum: First-Timer Highlights
This plan suits first-time visitors seeking a mix of Maya history, outdoor experiences and local culture. Three days pair guided sightseeing with cenote exploration, snorkeling, cooking and sunset outings.
Customize this with AIDay 1: Ruins, reefs and sailing
Start with Tulum’s ancient history, then explore its underwater world and finish with coastal sailing.
Morning
Tulum Ruins Guided Tour from Cancun and Riviera Maya
Explore Tulum’s ruins with a guide for an introduction to the ancient Maya city.
Afternoon
2 Hours Tulum Snorkel: Sea Turtles, Stingrays & Coral Reef
Snorkel the coral reef and look for sea turtles and stingrays, adding marine exploration to your first-day highlights.
Evening
Riviera Maya Luxury Sunset Sailing plus Light Dinner and Open Bar
Sail along the coastline at sunset for an outdoor finale to a day of sightseeing.
Day 2: Cenotes and local culture
Combine cenote exploration with hands-on cooking and a social introduction to Tulum’s nightlife.
Morning
Cenote Triple Adventure Tour in Tulum
Explore three cenotes through swimming and snorkeling, making these distinctive natural settings a central part of your visit.
Afternoon
Mexican Cooking from Scratch in a Local Home in Tulum
Prepare Mexican dishes from scratch in a local home, connecting your sightseeing with culinary traditions.
Evening
Social Pubcrawl Barcrawl Tulum
Join a guided barcrawl to meet fellow travelers and experience Tulum’s social nightlife.
Day 3: Maya heritage and mangroves
Explore Maya heritage and local food before closing your trip with a sunset paddle.
Morning
Muyil Archaeological Site & Sian Ka'an Guided Tour from Tulum
Discover Muyil’s jungle-set ruins with a guide, deepening your introduction to Maya history and the surrounding natural landscape.
Afternoon
Tulum Local Walking Food Tour
Walk with a local guide and sample food, exploring Tulum through its flavors rather than archaeological sights.
Evening
Kayak Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve Sunset Tour
Paddle through Sian Ka’an’s mangrove channels at sunset, ending your first visit with an immersive outdoor experience.
Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.