Top Playa del Carmen Seasonal & Special Occasions

Catch a ride to the largest jewelry store in the Caribbean and receive a gift of a personalized steel pendant. Look for the perfect sparkly reminder of your trip and admire the handicrafts being created by the vendors. Depending on the tour, visit the Malecon las Americas in Cancun or the Hacienda Jalisco and the 5th Avenue of Playa del Carmen.

The Nichupte Lagoon offers one of Cancun’s most beautiful sunsets. Experience it in the quintessentially romantic setting of a Spanish galleon when you book this indulgent dinner cruise. Choose between lobster, steak and surf ‘n’ turf for your mains, paired with a starter, a dessert, and free-flow local drinks from the open bar, then dance to the mellow tunes of a live saxophonist. Your package excludes dock fees: upgrade to add round-trip hotel transfers.

Sail into the sunset while imbibing from a free on-board open bar with this luxury experience. A tour rep will pick you up at your hotel and take you to your vessel: a luxury French-made catamaran. You'll then head off into the sunset, taking in colorful views of the surrounding area before returning to shore.

Experience a Maya 'temazcal' sauna, swim in a cenote, and try Maya home cooking on a 3-hour trip from the Riviera Maya that includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel. A temazcalero guide will introduce you to the cleansing ritual using natural herbs and copal resin, then you can cool off in the underground cenote before sitting down to a traditional dinner.

The Columbus tour is a one-of-a-kind romantic walk. In Cancun you have an incredible opportunity to fall back in love with the rhythm of a live romantic music and under a sunset almost as beautiful as the moments you will spend next to that special person. Get ready to set sail and live a unique sunset experience of Laguna Nichupte, aboard a classic Spanish Galeón in a privileged location of the Cancun lagoon. You'll be able to savor a delicious lobster dinner or "Sea and Earth", a three-course dinner, a good wine, open bar while the sounds of live music will delight you during this charming evening. Let yourself be pampered throughout this magical afternoon to make that moment unforgettable. Ignite your relationship with a little romance on your vacation. Adult-only activity. Book your Lobster Dinner on the Columbus ship now!

Experience tablecloth dining along with the Cirque du Soleil® show 'JOYÁ' at the Vidanta Riviera Maya resort. Allow yourself to be mesmerized by the story of an alchemist and his granddaughter seeking out the secrets of life. The show draws on the heritage and history of Mexico to weave the story, presented in an intimate dinner theatre in the jungle of the Riviera Maya.

Visit the ancient archaeological wonder of Chichen Itza and the colonial town of Valladolid, with the chance to take a dip in Cenote Samaal along the way, with this private tour from Playa del Carmen. You'll learn about Mayan history, cool off in an open cenote, and get the chance to do some shopping in Valladolid, all with a professional guide to lead the way.

Foodies that want to uncover the unique culinary scene in Playa del Carmen need to get off the beach, and away from the resort, for this off the beaten path food tasting excursion. Meet your group in central Playa del Carmen, and get ready to taste the diverse local cuisine, from ceviche and barbecue, to tacos and tamales. Along the way, sample tropical juices—or aguas frescas to locals—and satisfy your sweet tooth with an authentic chocolate drink.

If you’ve always wanted to learn how to scuba dive, consider this comprehensive PADI certification course in Playa del Carmen. The three-day program includes classroom training, two pool dives, two cenote dives, and two open water dives in the Caribbean Sea. Trainings take place in the mornings, leaving plenty of time to explore more of the area in the afternoon and evenings. After completing the course, you are qualified to dive anywhere in the world up to 60 feet. Hotel pickup and drop-off every day is included. 

Try scuba diving in Playa del Carmen with a full-day Discover Scuba Diving course that lets you experience scuba without a certification. You'll learn the basics of dive theory and technique, try out your skills in a pool, then dive at two different locations on Playa del Carmen's gorgeous coral reef system. This PADI-designed Discover Scuba Diving course includes all necessary equipment for a hassle-free introduction to the world of scuba.

Awaken your senses on a tour of street food stalls and shopping spots in picturesque Playa del Carmen. Escape the tourist crowds of the beach to immerse yourself in the traditional culture of Mexico with a knowledgeable guide. Visit popular local haunts to savor local delicacies like grasshopper stuffed tacos (if available and in season) and rich tamales, washing your samples down with fiery shots of tequila. Explore bespoke boutiques for unique souvenirs as you discover some of the city’s prime shopping venues.

Explore the tropical forest and Caribbean coast of the Yucatan Peninsula on an adventure tour: ride an ATV through the jungle then head to Maroma Beach, where you can skim across the water in a wave runner or speed boat. This 3-hour tour includes snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as pickup and drop-off at hotels in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and the Riviera Maya.

Chefs, home cooks, and foodies who appreciate a good meal will enjoy this hands-on cooking class led by a local. Meet up with your host and the rest of your small class at a local spot, then hit the shops and spice markets to gather ingredients for the meal. You’ll be cooking at your hosts’s home, and the best part is that you get to eat the dishes you prepare. 

Playa del Carmen is located along the Great Mayan Reef and has access to some of the most impressive dive sites in the Mexican Caribbean. This tour maximizes your chances of marine sightings with two thrilling scuba dives at two equally spectacular destinations. Accompanied by a PADI divemaster, dive up to depths of 45 feet (14 m), admire the stunning corals, and look out for angel fish, moray eels, and sea turtles.

Explore some of the most visually interesting locations in Playa Del Carmen accompanied by a professional photographer, posing for a series of high-end images. In addition to learning about this beautiful city you’ll leave with the perfect snapshots for sharing on social media and with friends and family back home. We will take amazing pictures with pro camera and drone.

Whether you’re newly-weds, long-time lovers, or just starting out on your journey together, feel the romance of the Caribbean as you enjoy a 3-course dinner aboard a Spanish galleon. Glide from Nichupte Lagoon (Laguna Nichupte) to Love Lagoon (Laguna del Amor) as live saxophone plays and you dance to romantic ballads and sip drinks from the open bar. Your package excludes dock fees; photos are available at an additional charge.

Why is the Day of the Dead celebrated in Mexico? What is magical about celebrating death? Discover why this mystical celebration teaches us that dying is part of life and we should celebrate it. Delve into one of the most important events in Latin America: Festival de Tradiciones de Vida y Muerte, while you visit the world famous Xcaret Park. Get to know the colorful altars and offerings, specially the exquisite cuisine with which Mexicans remember their faithful departed. Festival de Tradiciones de Vida y Muerte is an event that only takes place once a year at the Riviera Maya and you cannot miss!

Perfect for a couple that wants a romantic escape, this is a great deal if you are staying in Tulum. Fun for all the family, snorkel, paddleboard, swimming, fishing, you decide what to do.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What's so romantic about well known Akumal Beach and Cenote and Yal-ku located in Akumal? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!