The Best Cancun Adventures: Tulum

Tulum may not be the largest of the Mayan ruins of the Yucatan, it is certainly considered by many to be the most beautiful. Set atop the cliffs overlooking the brilliantly blue Caribbean Sea, the ruins dazzle in the sunlight, a view that will surely leave you breathless. It is this mixture of the azure water and ancient Mayan culture that is the exquisite quintessence of the magical Yucatan.

Within its stone walls, there are different structures thought to be temples devoted to the teaching and worship of the Descending God. Filled with so much original architecture, symbolism, and beauty it would be a shame to see this site without a tour guide.

Our top pick by a landslide is Alma LDS Tours. A local, family owned and operated company, Alma LDS Tours was the first to offer the unique tour experience of tying ancient Mayan history in with Book of Mormon scripture - a fascinating experience. But, if that doesn’t tickle your fancy, they also cater to non-LDS tourists who aren’t interested in getting scriptural information during the tour. And to be honest, either way you will be beyond impressed with Alma LDS Tours. Due to its background, this is a company of integrity which is manifest by their sincere desire to create the very best experience for their customers. Their tour guides are kind and respectful as well as highly educated in Mesoamerican history. With Alma LDS Tours you will not feel like you are a part of a tour that’s simply going through the motions. You will be delighted with the insightful historical information that brings the ancient Mayan culture to life.

Alma LDS Tours offers dozens of tours throughout the Yucatan peninsula including combo tours  that take you to different sites in one day, each of which would be absolute highlight of your Cancun vacation. Because everything is completely customizable for any size group and attraction, prices and schedules are not listed on their website. Not to worry, their customer service representatives are all very helpful and most importantly knowledgeable about the different tours and can easily help you join a tour or create your own for a very reasonable price.

Our favorite was the Tulum Ruins & Cenote Tour which included hotel pick up and drop off, entrance fee, a 90 minute tour of Tulum’s ancient Mayan ruins, a light lunch, and finally a 90 minute stop at a nearby Cenote. It is sure to be excellent combination of activities for an unforgettable day.