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Chichén Itzá Tour: Explore Mayan Wonders
4.5
70 Ratings
Cancún
Immerse yourself in the wonders of Chichen Itza and the rich Mayan heritage on this day trip. Swim in a sacred cenote, explore Chichen Itza with a guide, visit Valladolid, and enjoy a regional lunch. Round-trip transfer included.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of Chichen Itza and the rich Mayan heritage on this day trip. Swim in a sacred cenote, explore Chichen Itza with a guide, visit Valladolid, and enjoy a regional lunch. Round-trip transfer included.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- CENOTE NOOLHA BY CHICHIKAN - Enjoy a swim in this stunning sacred cenote of the Mayan Culture, and dive into its clear and refreshing waters. Cenotes, also known as “ojos de agua,” held great significance for the Mayans, both ceremonially and for survival.
- Chichen Itza - Experience a guided tour of the Mayan Chichén Itzá ceremonial center…
- CENOTE NOOLHA BY CHICHIKAN - Enjoy a swim in this stunning sacred cenote of the Mayan Culture, and dive into its clear and refreshing waters. Cenotes, also known as “ojos de agua,” held great significance for the Mayans, both ceremonially and for survival.
- Chichen Itza - Experience a guided tour of the Mayan Chichén Itzá ceremonial center with one of our certified guides, followed by free time to explore the Mayan city independently.
- Temple of the Warriors - The Temple of the Warriors stands as one of the most impressive and significant structures at Chichén Itzá. It is possibly the only known Late Classic Maya building capable of hosting large gatherings.
- El Caracol - Known as the Caracol or Observatory, this structure features a large circular tower on a platform with a central staircase. The base rests on another rectangular platform, adorned with a cornice with rounded corners at the top. El Caracol consists of three superimposed buildings.
- Templo de Kukulkan - The Castillo or Pyramid of Kukulcan is a four-sided pyramid with a rectangular temple on top. The remarkable “light and shadow” phenomenon, showcasing the Maya’s architectural and astronomical advancements, occurs on the north staircase of the Castle during the Spring Equinox, where a snake appears to descend the stairs. The sun casts seven triangles of light on the balustrade on the northeast side of the Castle, creating the silhouette of a descending serpent.
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Valladolid - Enjoy a brief visit to the main square of the charming town of Valladolid, recognized as a Pueblo Mágico for preserving local architecture and traditions.
*If local health authorities restrict descent, a brief stop will be made only at the top of the transport.
What's Included
- Pick up at your hotel from Cancun and Riviera Maya or meeting point near your location
- Certified bilingual guide
- Brief visit to the main square of Valladolid
- Free time in Chichen Itza
- Swim in the incredible sacred Maya cenote
- Typical regional buffet lunch
- Pick up at your hotel from Cancun and Riviera Maya or meeting point near your location
- Certified bilingual guide
- Brief visit to the main square of Valladolid
- Free time in Chichen Itza
- Swim in the incredible sacred Maya cenote
- Typical regional buffet lunch
What's Not Included
- Drinks
- Access fee to Chichen Itza (30 usd x adult / 5 usd x child) to be paid in cash on the tour day
- Lockers and life jackets
- Drinks
- Access fee to Chichen Itza (30 usd x adult / 5 usd x child) to be paid in cash on the tour day
- Lockers and life jackets
Additional Information
Experience one of the Wonders of the World and the cultural heritage of Yucatan on a day trip with convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun, Costa Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, and Riviera Maya up to Tulum. The itinerary for the day includes: swimming in the stunning sacred Maya Saamal cenote, a guided tour of Chichén Itzá with a…
Experience one of the Wonders of the World and the cultural heritage of Yucatan on a day trip with convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun, Costa Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, and Riviera Maya up to Tulum. The itinerary for the day includes: swimming in the stunning sacred Maya Saamal cenote, a guided tour of Chichén Itzá with a certified guide (admission not included), and free time to explore the Mayan city independently, a short visit to the enchanting town of Valladolid, and a regional lunch buffet.
• Swim in the stunning sacred cenote
• Visit Chichén Itzá with a certified guide and enjoy free time
• Regional buffet lunch
• Comfortable round-trip transfer from your hotel
- You will receive the pick-up time 1 day before the tour, please check your email include the spam folder
- It is suggested to wear comfortable clothes for walking
- If you will swim in the cenote you must wear a bathing suit
- It is suggested to bring an extra change of clothes
- We recommend bringing an umbrella, hat and sunscreen as it is a completely open area
- Reservations with less than 14 hours in advance will be subject to availability
- The pick-up times at the hotels, itinerary and return time may be affected by issues beyond our control, such as weather or traffic.
- The times and places mentioned in the itinerary are suggested visits and the times are estimates.
- If you are late or don’t show up, no refund is offered.
- Subject to availability, changes or rescheduling made less than 24 hours in advance will have an extra charge of USD 15 per person
- We are not responsible for forgotten or lost objects
- We do not offer pick up service at any airbnb or private addresses
- Extra charges for the purchase of souvenirs, photos, or any extra purchase could have an additional amount of 16% VAT. Any extra charge during the experience is completely unrelated to our company
- Our company is not responsible for guarantees or charges for inclusions not mentioned in the contracted package, such as souvenirs, photos and any extra purchases during the tour inside and outside our facilities.
- The visit to the cenote will depend on the availability of the day, being able to visit the NOOLHA cenote or the CHICHIKAN cenote.
Location
Smart Cancun by Oasis
Avenida Tulum
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(70 Ratings)
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W3179pdbrittanyn
Nov 8, 2025
Great experience - We had a great experience overall! Though it was long (about 13h from pickup to drop off, which we were prepared for) the tour guides Alfredo and Saul were friendly, very knowledgeable, and made sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day. Would definitely recommend for the price.
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Laurasilvamac
Aug 31, 2025
Cenote water was mazing! - Went to the cenote first, had an amazing swim, the water was amazing.. we had a guided tour at Chichén itza. The buffet at the maya market was delicious plus the Mayan shop had amazing things you could buy. All purchases go towards the Mayan kids education…. Had the best churros at Valladolid. Loved this tour
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Robloberto
Jul 15, 2025
great experience - It's a delight to be in front of one of the wonders of the world, a very well-preserved site surrounded by archaeological sites that aren't often mentioned but enrich the visit. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the Mayans, making this day a great experience.
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Inspire828237
Jul 8, 2025
Amazing experience. Affordable Price. Can't miss Attractions. - We just went back from the excursion today - a full 11 hours. Our tour guide was absolutely amazing and very personable. This hit all of the cultural attractions that our family loved to explore: The pyramid, the (huge) cenote, and the ancient church. And the price here is very affordable compared to other tours out there. Muchas Gracias!
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Pete
Jun 26, 2025
Superb value day out - The guide Rafa was excellent and very knowledgeable. Valadolid and the Mayan experience were very interesting. A buffet lunch was included, which was nice. Chitzen Itza was great but unfortunately we had a storm which went on for the rest of the day but didn't ruin the trip. Finally we ended up at Cenote caves. We didn't swim but it was a great experience. All in all a great day trip and brilliant value.
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Kimberly_n
Apr 17, 2025
It was a long travel day... - It was a long travel day but worth it. The cenote was beautiful and fun. The water was warm and there’s a fun jumping point. The Mayan city felt more like a shopping center but the buffet was delicious. And love Chichén Itzá. It gets very hot but there’s lots to see. Our guides, Rodrigo and Alfredo, were awesome and had lots of knowledge and facts to share. Some areas felt rushed but I get we’re trying to see a lot in one day. Bring extra money for life jackets, locker, souvenirs, and entrance fee to Itza. Would recommend.
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Manuqc98
Feb 5, 2024
Brilliant - Very gratifying to have finally been able to discover this site that holds a great historical heritage of the Mayan culture, it is an unmissable experience in the Mexican Caribbean.
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Mcdonald23w
Jan 25, 2024
Wonderful day in Chichen - It has been a pleasure to be able to share this time with like-minded people who enjoy the Mayan culture as much as we do. We have toured the site both with the guide and individually and we have been shocked by the beauty of the vestiges, the cenote is a dream.
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T5338nsbarbarag
Oct 24, 2024
Electric blanket ride with highlights in Mexico - Chichen Itza and the tour there were very interesting and recommended. Unfortunately, we were previously smuggled through two markets, which was absolutely unnecessary and took far too much time. Lunch was modest, but okay. I recommend choosing a shorter tour to Chichen Itza or clarify beforehand whether it is also a combined shopping trip.
If crafts are already offered, the process of creation should also be visible. This would be interesting for the participants and would also ensure the authenticity of the products.
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Zixiongy
Jun 19, 2025
It's not good. - Guided tours and meals are great, but it's hot in summer, the air conditioning isn't great, the bus is crowded, and the smell of the bathroom comes back, and shopping takes a lot of time.
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