Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting
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Is Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting worth booking?
Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting is a 5-hour experience in Cozumel, Mexico, from $173 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 134 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (134)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $173 per person
Enjoy a private sightseeing shore excursion tour with a driver/guide in Cozumel. Visit some of the most important landmarks and attractions in Cozumel (the name comes from the Mayan word "cuzamil" which means Island of S
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a private sightseeing shore excursion tour with a driver/guide in Cozumel. Visit some of the most important landmarks and attractions in Cozumel (the name comes from the Mayan word "cuzamil" which means Island of Swallows), which include a city tour, a small local chocolate factory, a Tequila tasting,plus you will see the west side of the Island with time for lunch, visit Mayan ruins, snorkeling, shopping and some time for relaxing on the beach.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Guide at the ruins $20 USD per group
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Learn about the planes that flew in the Second World War and their history told by your guide.
30 minutes here
Discover the Bean to Bar Chocolate making process inside a little great Chocolate Factory and tasting. Chocolate factory it´s a place to discover the origins of chocolate in the same land of their creators: The Mayas.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Mi Mexico Lindo Tequila Tour
A Cozumel trip would not be complete without tequila – that liquor from the agave, sacred to the Aztecs, has a rich history in Mexico. The blue agave’s tequila is still sacred to Mexicans and tourists alike – and should not be missed. In an open-air building sit rows and rows of tequila bottles. The tour is interesting and you will love the tastings, and children Will have honey-based drinks from melipona bees which is an endemic species of Yucatan that has no stinger
45 minutes here · Admission included
Zona Arqueologica San Gervasio
As of today, these Mayan ruins are the #1 archaeological site in Cozumel. As of today San Gervasio is the most important mayan site in the island. San Gervasio was a sacred mayan site dedicated to the goddess Ixchel (goddess of fertility) plus a estrategic site for commerce and politics in the area. You can become part of the mayan culture and its mysteries.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
El Mirador
See the east side of the island and take photos of the beautiful nature.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Playa Palancar Cozumel Beach Club
Nice beach away from the big crowds, This is a nice beach with a good bar and snacks to help make your day near the ocean fun and enjoyable! The dive/snorkel shop and your driver can arrange snorkeling from shore or by boat. Chill out on the loungers with a cool Margarita and some ceviche and enjoy the beautiful turquoise water!
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cozumel
Downtown Ferry Pier: Your driver will meet you upon arrival at the ferry pier under the swallow birds statue so look for a man with a sign with your name wearing a yellow cap.
Meeting point
Cozumel
Punta Langosta Pier: Your driver will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name, wearing a yellow cap at the head of the taxi line in front of the Sr. Frogs bar/restaurant at Punta Langosta mall across the street from the pier.
Meeting point
Cozumel
International Pier: Please leave the pier and cross the street, driver will meet you in front of Diamonds International jewelry store at Royal Village Plaza, so look for a man with a sign with your name, wearing a yellow cap!
Meeting point
Cozumel
Puerta Maya Pier: The driver is not allowed a sign there, so look for a man with a yellow cap. He'll be at the head of the taxi line as you leave the pier shopping area.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Downtown Ferry Pier: Your driver will meet you upon arrival at the ferry pier under the swallow birds statue so look for a man with a sign with your name wearing a yellow cap.
Ends at
Punta Langosta Pier: Your driver will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name, wearing a yellow cap at the head of the taxi line in front of the Sr. Frogs bar/restaurant at Punta Langosta mall across the street from the pier.
Ends at
International Pier: Please leave the pier and cross the street, driver will meet you in front of Diamonds International jewelry store at Royal Village Plaza, so look for a man with a sign with your name, wearing a yellow cap!
Ends at
Puerta Maya Pier: The driver is not allowed a sign there, so look for a man with a yellow cap. He'll be at the head of the taxi line as you leave the pier shopping area.
Options you can book
Tour by Car
Tour by Car: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price per person, aboard a car. Pickup included
Tour by Van
Tour by Van: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price is per person, aboard a van. Pickup included
Tour by zVan
Tour by zVan: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price per person, aboard a zVan. Pickup included
Tour by xVan
Tour by xVan: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price is per person, aboard a xVan. Pickup included
Tour by MiniVan
Tour by MiniVan: 5-hour Cozumel sightseeing tour with private driver and tequila tasting. Price per person, aboard a minivan. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tours Plaza
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them
- Important: Departures are available every 30 minutes from 8am to 2pm. Please contact the local tour operator to advise of your chosen time.
- Important: At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 134 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
134 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A real Cozumel experience!!
If you’re looking for a stress-free, personalized day in Cozumel, skip the crowded cruise excursions and book a private driver through Tours Plaza. We were recently there on a port stop and the experience was seamless from start to finish. Communicating with Edwardo beforehand was a breeze; he was incredibly professional and answered all our questions. Our driver, Benjamin, was waiting for us right as we hopped off the ship. He was fantastic, super friendly, and knowledgeable. The van itself was spotless and the AC was blasting, which was a lifesaver in the Cozumel humidity. Most importantly, Ben was very mindful of the time and made sure we were back at the pier well before our "all aboard" call, making it stress free.
Response from the operator: Tank you soo much for youre review my frend!! We are very happy you guys have a great day in Cozumel with Tours Plaza Benji is going to be very happy for youre kind words We always try make the tour easy, relax and no stress for all our guest and very importent make sure everybody back to the ship on time Tank you again for trust in us during youre cruise stop and we realy hope see you guys again next time in Cozumel amigo!!
via Tripadvisor
You won’t regret booking this tour!!!
We were visiting Cozumel on the Independence of the Seas and decided to book with Tours Plaza after reading a ton of reviews—so glad we did. From the start, Edwardo was super easy to communicate with and very responsive. When we got off the ship, our driver Ben (Benjamin) was easy to find and got us going right away. We had an awesome day. The van was clean, comfortable, and nice and cold (huge plus in the heat). Ben was super friendly and easygoing, and really just rolled with whatever we wanted to do. We told him we wanted something more local, not the typical tourist stuff, and he nailed it. He took us to a small neighborhood spot for tacos (so good), a tequila tasting, and then to a beach where we had lunch right by the water with our feet in the sand. Honestly, it felt like hanging out with a local friend. He also made sure we got back to the ship with plenty of time, which we really appreciated. If you’re on a cruise and stopping in Cozumel, skip the big group tours and book with Tours Plaza—you’ll have a way better experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for youre kind words!! We are very happy you guys have a great time in Cozumel with us Benjamin is going to be very happy to know you enjoy the tacos, tequila tasting and the beach. We always try to show our guest more local places and not only the turist stuff. Was a real plesure to have you with us during youre cruise stop. Thank you again for taking time to leave this amazing review and we hope see you again next time in Cozumel!!
via Tripadvisor
Cozumel Experience
We’re a family from Houston and after reading like 200 reviews we ended up going with Tours Plaza for our day in Cozumel. Our cruise sailed from Galveston and we headed straight to the island. I was a bit nervous, not gonna lie, cuz that day there were gonna be like 6 ships in port, so I was picturing a total madhouse at the pier. But we found our driver in less than 15 minutes, easy as can be, the instructions and his uniform made it He was super friendly, and the minute we hopped in the van I felt very relaxed. I’d been hearing stuff in the news about violence in Mexico, so yeah I was a little on edge, expecting maybe less security or something. But Cantaro (that’s our driver/guide) is a true gentleman. Funny, kind, real easy to talk to, and he made us feel safe right away. I finally relaxed cuz it honestly felt like we were in good hands. We didn’t have a strict plan, so he just took us around to places we were interested in. We stopped at spots where they show you how they make chocolate and tequila, real interestin, and they let you taste all kinds of flavors and smells, which was a lotta fun. Then we went to a little bee farm with those Mayan bees that don’t sting, no stinger at all. They had all sorts of stuff made from honey, like soaps, shampoos and such. After that he drove us over to the other side of the island and wow… it’s somethin else. The difference between the west and east side of Cozumel is just night and day. The east side feels wild and wide open, hardly anybody around, fresh ocean breeze, shells everywhere, birds and seagulls flyin all over. Felt like a whole different world. We stopped at one of those little beachside restaurants and let me tell ya, that fried fish and ceviche were downright delicious. Simple, fresh, just perfect. After that we headed to a beach called Chen Rio, and it was beautiful. There’s all these rocks that form little natural pools where you can just lay back and let the ocean water wash over you. Real peaceful spot. By then I had eaten so much I was about ready to pass out haha, so we decided to skip a few other places and save ’em for next time. Stuff like the Mayan ruins (can’t recall the name), climbin that lighthouse at the tip of the island, and wanderin around all the jewelry shops, perfumes and all in the shopping area. Truth is, we fell in love with Cozumel. Way more than we expected. We’ll definitely be back someday, but next time we’re stayin at a hotel cuz there’s just so much to see and do. It’s a whole different Mexico than what you hear about on the news, that’s for sure.
Response from the operator: Hi guys, Thank you so much for your awesome review and for choosing Tours Plaza during your visit to Cozumel! We’re really glad everything went smooth, even on such a busy day, and that you felt comfortable and safe the whole time. We’ll make sure Cantaro hears your kind words—he’ll love it! Sounds like you had a great mix of experiences (and food 😄). Next time we’ll be ready to show you the spots you missed! Hope to see you back soon!
via Tripadvisor
Toursplaza private driver for the day.
We have used Mr. Gerry of Toursplaza several times in Cozmel. We trust him to always take good care of us and family and friends. Great guy. Great company. Highly recommend using him.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust in Gerry and our team! We truly appreciate your loyalty and always look forward to taking care of you, your family, and friends each time you visit Cozumel.
via Tripadvisor
Booked this 2+ months in...
Booked this 2+ months in advance and the morning of the experience a couple of hours before our cruise ship arrived they canceled on us b/c of issues with their driver.
Response from the operator: Hello, We’re sorry to hear about your experience. This is not the service we aim to provide. We take this feedback seriously and would like to review what happened. Please contact us directly with your reservation details so we can investigate and look for a fair resolution. Kind regards, Plaza Tours Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $173 to $339
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 47
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cozumel.
How much does Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting cost?
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Prices start at $173 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cozumel usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cozumel is not rushed.
Is Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 134 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cozumel, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting?
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Around 47 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cozumel can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cozumel and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour: 5-Hour Cozumel Sightseeing with Private Driver and Tequila Tasting start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cozumel within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cozumel?
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On Outty we rank every Cozumel experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jade Caverns and Mayan Village Cozumel ATV TOUR, Buggy, Beach & Snorkel Blast, ATV 4×4+Cenote+Snorkeling+Beach Club+ Lunch+Sabores de Cozumel. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cozumel?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cozumel?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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