Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Riviera Maya & the Yucatan (Updated 2026)

Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
Isla Contoy Eco Adventure

Join us in this eco-adventure snorkeling tour to the only virgin island in the Mexican Caribbean the national park and ecological reserve of Contoy Island. …More

Join us in this eco-adventure snorkeling tour to the only virgin island in the Mexican Caribbean the national park and ecological reserve of Contoy Island....

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$140
Private Chichen Itza Tour with Cenote Swim & Lunch from Cancun

Embark on an unforgettable private journey to Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Choose from three flexible options designed to …More

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Embark on an unforgettable private journey to Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Choose from three flexible options designed to...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,120
Chichén Itzá, Cenote, Valladolid & Mayan Village from Cancún

Visit Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, with a certified bilingual guide who brings Mayan history to life. Swim in …More

Visit Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, with a certified bilingual guide who brings Mayan history to life. Swim in...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$30
Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class

Learn the secrets of Mexican cooking with a hands-on lesson, led by a local English-speaking chef. Receive expert step-by-step instructions to prepare a 4-course meal …More

Learn the secrets of Mexican cooking with a hands-on lesson, led by a local English-speaking chef. Receive expert step-by-step instructions to prepare a 4-course meal...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$79
Sunrise Session - The #1 Paddleboard Tour On The Caribbean Sea

Winner of the LuxLife Luxury Awards and featured on today.com and Fodor's Travel as a must-do activity in Playa del Carmen, our daily sunrise paddleboarding …More

Winner of the LuxLife Luxury Awards and featured on today.com and Fodor's Travel as a must-do activity in Playa del Carmen, our daily sunrise paddleboarding...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Valladolid Mayan Bees Tour with Lunch or breakfast and Honey Tasting

Xkopek is a unique place in Valladolid where you will find a magnificent dry cenote, where you can meet several species of native bees, bees …More

Xkopek is a unique place in Valladolid where you will find a magnificent dry cenote, where you can meet several species of native bees, bees...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$21
Private Inshore Fishing Experience in Isla Mujeres and Cancún

We are experts!! This day is about enjoying nature, catching tasty fish, and most of all, building a relationship that will last for years to …More

We are experts!! This day is about enjoying nature, catching tasty fish, and most of all, building a relationship that will last for years to...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$450
Private MUSA Snorkeling Experience at Isla Mujeres and Cancun

Isla Fun Tours Snorkeling Tour explores the best reefs in Isla Mujeres. Our snorkel guides will take you through El Farito Reef, which is only …More

Isla Fun Tours Snorkeling Tour explores the best reefs in Isla Mujeres. Our snorkel guides will take you through El Farito Reef, which is only...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$599
ATV Adventure Combo with Snorkeling, Ziplines, Cenote, and Lunch

Welcome to the max combo, here we will visit the elemental activities that you must do when you visit Mexico beaches. All activities are done …More

Welcome to the max combo, here we will visit the elemental activities that you must do when you visit Mexico beaches. All activities are done...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$110
Chichen Itza Classic Tour

YOU MUST BE HERE! This is one of the most enigmatic activities in Mexico. Chichen- Itza is unique in the world since there is no …More

YOU MUST BE HERE! This is one of the most enigmatic activities in Mexico. Chichen- Itza is unique in the world since there is no...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$20
Top ATV Road and Ziplines in Mexico with Cenote & transport

Imagine being in the heart of the Caribbean jungle, surrounded by lush vegetation, exotic wildlife, and the excitement of sharing unforgettable moments with your friends …More

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Imagine being in the heart of the Caribbean jungle, surrounded by lush vegetation, exotic wildlife, and the excitement of sharing unforgettable moments with your friends...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$75
Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum

Take a surf lesson right in front of our spot at Ahau Tulum. Nothing better than local surfers to get you flowing in the right …More

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Take a surf lesson right in front of our spot at Ahau Tulum. Nothing better than local surfers to get you flowing in the right...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$51
Cenote Paddleboarding and Snorkeling in Tulum

Enjoy guided stand-up paddleboard and snorkel tours and discover the mangroves of Tulum’s most beautiful cenote. Each tour is tailored to adapt to your preferences …More

Enjoy guided stand-up paddleboard and snorkel tours and discover the mangroves of Tulum’s most beautiful cenote. Each tour is tailored to adapt to your preferences...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time

5 hrs tour with 5 different departures: 8:30, 10:00, 11:30, 13:00 & 14:30 hrs Premium open bar: Rum, tequila, vodka, beer, whiskey, soft drinks and …More

5 hrs tour with 5 different departures: 8:30, 10:00, 11:30, 13:00 & 14:30 hrs Premium open bar: Rum, tequila, vodka, beer, whiskey, soft drinks and...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$109
Rio Secreto Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket

Rio Secreto is the longest semi- flooded cave in the Yucatan Peninsula. We have 90 hectares of land of which by our conservation programs, we …More

Rio Secreto is the longest semi- flooded cave in the Yucatan Peninsula. We have 90 hectares of land of which by our conservation programs, we...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$89
Chichen Itza, Suytun and Ik Kil Cenotes - Taxes & Entry Included

Discover the wonders of the ancient Mayan civilization and the Yucatán Peninsula on this unforgettable tour. Visit Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders, …More

Discover the wonders of the ancient Mayan civilization and the Yucatán Peninsula on this unforgettable tour. Visit Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders,...

14 to 15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$179
Tour of Chichén Itzá, Cenote and Valladolid with Buffet and Pickup

Spend the day touring the well-preserved ruins of Chichen Itza, look up and look at the steps of the pyramid of Kukulkan and enjoy a …More

Spend the day touring the well-preserved ruins of Chichen Itza, look up and look at the steps of the pyramid of Kukulkan and enjoy a...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$49
El Cielo Snorkel by Private Boat

- Private and comfortable vessels - Snorkel at world famous reefs - Spectacular marine life and coral formations - Stop over at a secluded pristine …More

- Private and comfortable vessels - Snorkel at world famous reefs - Spectacular marine life and coral formations - Stop over at a secluded pristine...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$500
Cozumel Private Island Tour

Discover the convenience of a private vehicle and your personal guide. Tailor your excursion with your own itinerary or let our guide provide suggestions based …More

Discover the convenience of a private vehicle and your personal guide. Tailor your excursion with your own itinerary or let our guide provide suggestions based...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$42
Chankanaab Cozumel Scuba Diving

Experience Chankanaab marine park's underwater world with this discover Scuba diving introductory dive, including one air tank. You will be able to see the marine …More

Experience Chankanaab marine park's underwater world with this discover Scuba diving introductory dive, including one air tank. You will be able to see the marine...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$79
Best Parasailing Cozumel + Beach + Locker

It is a really nice fun flight with a lot of adrenaline over the Caribbean Sea of Cozumel, the experience is truly incredible and highly …More

It is a really nice fun flight with a lot of adrenaline over the Caribbean Sea of Cozumel, the experience is truly incredible and highly...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
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