Top Private Tours
Mérida & the Northwest · from US$25Private Drivers in YucatánA private driver Yucatán travellers hire gives you a car, a local driver and a flexible plan, whether you are crossing the peninsula, visiting several ruins or just want an easy airport transfer.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$60Small-Group ToursSmall group tours Yucatán offers keep numbers low so the guide can talk to everyone, you can take photos without a crowd and the group can move quickly between stops.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$300Luxury Yucatán ToursLuxury tours Yucatán offers combine private guides, chauffeured vehicles and stays or meals in restored haciendas, with plenty of space to slow down.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$100Family Tours in YucatánFamily tours Yucatán offers are planned around children's energy, naps and appetites, with short drives, swimming stops and activities that suit a range of ages.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$120Wheelchair-Accessible ToursWheelchair accessible tours Yucatán offers are planned route by route, because access varies a lot between a paved plaza, a museum with ramps and a jungle ruin with uneven stone.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$20Budget Tours in YucatánCheap tours Yucatán offers can still be good tours if you know where the real savings lie: shared transport, local lunches and a mix of free sights with a few paid highlights.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$40Solo Traveler ToursSolo travel tours Yucatán offers range from shared minivan days to private guided walks, so you can choose how much company you want.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$40Group & Corporate ToursGroup tours Yucatán offers for 10 to 40 guests need real planning: transport that fits everyone, restaurants that can handle a large table and a schedule that keeps people together.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$100Senior-Friendly ToursYucatán tours for seniors work best when the pace, seating and shade are planned in advance, so the day feels comfortable rather than tiring.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$25School & Student TripsSchool trips Yucatán teachers plan can mix Maya history, language, ecology and community visits with practical logistics for supervised groups.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$25Private Driver in MéridaA private driver Mérida visitors hire can meet you at the airport, take you to Uxmal and back, or simply wait while you eat dinner in the centro.Valladolid & the East · from US$30Private Driver in ValladolidA private driver Valladolid travellers book gives you flexible access to Chichén Itzá, Ek Balam, the cenotes and the coast without relying on bus timetables.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$260Private Chichén Itzá ToursA private Chichén Itzá tour from Mérida is a day trip with your own vehicle, driver and local guide, planned around your group's pace instead of a fixed bus schedule.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$230Private Uxmal ToursLooking for a private Uxmal tour that follows your timing? We arrange private day trips from Mérida with a local driver and guide, covering Uxmal at your own pace.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$280Private Ek Balam ToursOur private Ek Balam tour gives you a private vehicle, a driver and a guide who speaks your language, with Ek Balam as the focus of the day.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$210Private Cenote ToursA private cenote tour from Mérida is a day trip with your own vehicle, driver and local guide, planned around your group's pace instead of a fixed bus schedule.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$220Private Celestún ToursLooking for a private Celestún tour that follows your timing? We arrange private day trips from Mérida with a local driver and guide, covering Celestún at your own pace.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$150Private Mérida City ToursOur private Mérida City tour gives you a private vehicle, a driver and a guide who speaks your language, with Mérida City as the focus of the day.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$190Private Izamal ToursA private Izamal tour from Mérida is a day trip with your own vehicle, driver and local guide, planned around your group's pace instead of a fixed bus schedule.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$310Private Río Lagartos ToursLooking for a private Río Lagartos tour that follows your timing? We arrange private day trips from Mérida with a local driver and guide, covering Río Lagartos at your own pace.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$260Private Puuc Route ToursOur private Puuc Route tour gives you a private vehicle, a driver and a guide who speaks your language, with Puuc Route as the focus of the day.Mérida & the Northwest · from US$210Private Hacienda ToursA private hacienda tour from Mérida is a day trip with your own vehicle, driver and local guide, planned around your group's pace instead of a fixed bus schedule. Browse by region
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Private tours are priced per vehicle and per day, so cost per person drops as the group grows. Longer routes and day-long drives cost more.
The table gives typical ranges only.
Private tours in Yucatán range from a half-day city outing to a multi-day route across the peninsula. The most common are Chichén Itzá, Uxmal and cenote days, plus custom routes that mix a ruin with a hacienda and town.
| Private trip | Typical duration | Typical price (USD, per vehicle) |
|---|
| Half day near Mérida | 4 to 5 hours | 180 to 300 |
| Chichén Itzá and cenote from Mérida | 9 to 10 hours | 280 to 500 |
| Valladolid, Ek Balam and cenote | 8 to 10 hours | 250 to 450 |
| Cobá and Tulum from the Riviera Maya | 9 to 10 hours | 300 to 550 |
Private vs. small-group options
Small-group tours are cheaper and follow a fixed route. Private tours cost more per vehicle but give flexibility: leave early to beat crowds, linger where you like, skip stops, add a meal or photo spot.
They also suit families with young children, travellers with mobility needs, and anyone who values quiet.
Because private tours are priced per vehicle, they are often good value for groups of four to six. For solo travellers and couples, a small-group tour can be cheaper, while a private one buys flexibility.
What's included
Typical inclusions; each quote lists its own:
If you have particular needs, such as vegetarian meals, accessibility or child seats, list them in your request so the quote reflects them.
- Air-conditioned vehicle and driver
- A guide at sites, or a driver-guide on some routes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off where it can be arranged
- Water on board on many tours
- Entrance fees, meals and tips are usually separate unless the quote says otherwise
When to go
Private tours work year-round. In the hot months, from April to September, an early start helps. In peak holiday weeks, such as Christmas and Semana Santa, request early since vehicles and drivers fill up.
Private tours in Yucatán are especially useful for early starts, such as arriving at Chichén Itzá at opening. They can also help with accessibility needs.
Peak weeks around Christmas, New Year and Semana Santa fill early, so send your request as soon as your dates are fixed.
How booking works
Send us your ideas even if they are rough; we can propose a route and timing.
Private tours can include a driver only, a driver-guide or a driver plus a licensed site guide. Tell us your preference when you request a quote.
FAQs
How is private tour pricing set?
Usually per vehicle and per day, depending on distance and time. The quote will show what is included.
Can I change the itinerary?
Yes, that is the benefit. Tell us your must-sees and we adapt the route within time and opening hours.
Does the driver speak English?
Language options vary by driver and guide. Ask for your preference when you request a quote.
Can we bring children?
Yes. Tell us ages, and ask about child seats in advance.
Can I add a cenote or lunch stop?
Usually, yes. Add it to your request.
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Whole peninsula · from US$50Adventure Tours in YucatánAdventure tours in Yucatán go beyond sightseeing, with cenote snorkelling, ziplines, ATV rides, kayaking and cycling through jungle trails.Whole peninsula · from US$40Cenote Tours in YucatánCenote tours in Yucatán let you swim in freshwater sinkholes that Mayan communities used for centuries, set in caves, open pools or jungle clearings.Whole peninsula · from US$40Food & Culture Tours in YucatánFood tours in Yucatán introduce the Maya-influenced cooking of Mérida and the villages around it, from cochinita pibil to market snacks and chocolate.Whole peninsula · from US$55Hacienda Tours in YucatánHacienda tours in Yucatán visit former henequen estates, many now restored as museums, hotels, restaurants or event venues.Whole peninsula · from US$55Mayan Ruins Tours in YucatánMayan ruins tours in Yucatán range from a quick morning at Uxmal to a full day at Chichén Itzá with a cenote swim on the way back. Want this trip planned for you?
Tell us your dates, group size and where you are staying. We check availability with local guides and send back a price.