Beyond Yucatán State
Uxmal Tours from Campeche
An Uxmal tour from Campeche is a pleasant day on a quiet road: about 150 km each way, roughly 2 h 15 min, with a route that can include Kabah and Puuc villages. Uxmal is a Puuc-style city of long, finely cut stone façades, quieter than Chichén Itzá and easy to combine with the villages along the Puuc route. Send a quote request with your hotel, dates and group size and we can arrange pickup in Campeche.
Uxmal tour options from Campeche
From Campeche visitors choose between a direct run to Uxmal and a Puuc route day with Kabah. Shared tours are limited, so a private vehicle is the main option. If you are weighing up a Uxmal day trip from Campeche, the practical question is how much of the day you want to spend on the road versus at the site and the Puuc route.
The highlights are the oval Pyramid of the Magician, the Governor's Palace, the Nunnery Quadrangle and the ball court, all decorated with stone mosaics and Chaac rain-god masks. Climbing the Pyramid of the Magician is not allowed, but you can walk the plazas and the long platform of the Governor's Palace.
- Uxmal only, with guide, as a half-day or short full-day tour
- Uxmal with Kabah and a chocolate museum stop on the Puuc route
- Uxmal with a nearby hacienda or cenote, as a private tour
Pickup times & drive from Campeche
From Campeche we drive north on highway 180 and then take the Puuc road via Hopelchén or Muna to Uxmal. Exact routing depends on whether you want a direct trip or one with stops along the way. A Campeche to Uxmal tour is mostly decided by the first hour, so we fix the pickup time around the opening time and the drive.
Common extras are Kabah and a village stop for lunch. The same day can also include a stop at a hacienda on the way back, if you prefer a relaxed schedule.
| Detail | From Campeche |
|---|---|
| Distance | About 150 km |
| Drive each way | About 2 h 15 min |
| Typical pickup | 7:00–8:00 |
| Back in Campeche | About 17:00–19:00 |
Sample itinerary from Campeche
This is a typical full-day outline from Campeche; we adjust times to your hotel and to the season.
- 7:30 – Pickup in Campeche (historic centre or hotel)
- 7:45 – Drive toward Uxmal via the Puuc road
- 10:00 – Arrive at Uxmal and tour the site
- 12:00 – Visit Kabah or another Puuc stop
- 13:30 – Lunch
- 15:00 – Drive back to Campeche
- 17:15 – Drop-off in Campeche
Prices from Campeche
From Campeche the distance is a little longer than from Mérida, so prices are slightly higher, and fewer shared tours run. For a Uxmal tour from Campeche the biggest price drivers are the length of the drive, the number of people and whether entry fees and lunch are bundled.
| Format | Typical range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Shared small-group tour | USD 70–110 per person |
| Private vehicle with driver | USD 260–400 per vehicle (up to 4–6 people) |
| Typically extra | Entry fee (about MXN 500–600 per adult), lunch, entry to extra stops, tips |
What's included
These are the items we can usually arrange on a Uxmal tour from Campeche:
Site entry is usually paid separately or bundled depending on the format. Foreign adults pay a combined federal and state fee at Uxmal, currently about MXN 500–600.
- Pickup and drop-off in Campeche at your hotel or an agreed meeting point (where pickup can be arranged)
- Air-conditioned vehicle and a local driver
- A local guide at Uxmal (language to be confirmed in your quote)
- Bottled water on board
- Stops at Kabah or other Puuc sites if you choose that format
Tour vs. going on your own from Campeche
Whether this is the best Uxmal tour from Campeche for you depends on who is travelling and how much you value time. A rental car is a good option from Campeche, because roads are quiet and there are few tolls. A tour is the easy choice if you prefer not to navigate or want a guide at the site.
| Option | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tour or private driver | USD 70–110 shared; USD 260–400 per vehicle | Door to door, with Puuc stops planned |
| Bus via Mérida or Muna | About MXN 300–500 | Usually involves a change, so timing is hard |
| Rental car | About MXN 900–1,500 per day plus fuel | Quiet roads, a good DIY option |
| Taxi | A few thousand pesos round trip | Negotiated in advance |
Other day trips from Campeche
FAQs
How early do we leave Campeche?
Pickup is typically 7:00–8:00, and you are back by about 17:00–19:00. Exact times depend on your hotel and the season.
How long is the drive from Campeche to Uxmal?
About 2 h 15 min each way, depending on the route and stops.
Can we combine Uxmal with Campeche city sights?
Yes, but it is better to keep the day for Uxmal and the Puuc route, then explore Campeche on another day.
Is Uxmal worth it if I have seen Chichén Itzá?
Many visitors prefer it. It is quieter, the carved stonework is more detailed, and you can often walk the main plazas with fewer people around.
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.