Recently Viewed
Chichen Itza & Cenote: Yucatán's Hidden Gems
4.3
544 Ratings
Cancún
Immerse yourself in the ancient Maya civilization with a full-day tour of Chichen Itza and Valladolid. Explore the impressive archaeological site, swim in a cenote, and indulge in a traditional lunch.
Immerse yourself in the ancient Maya civilization with a full-day tour of Chichen Itza and Valladolid. Explore the impressive archaeological site, swim in a cenote, and indulge in a traditional lunch.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kaua - Experience the rich culture before visiting Chichen Itza by immersing in Maya traditions. Observe artisans crafting stone works, enjoy handmade corn tortillas, and taste Xtabentun, a local beverage. Receive a blessing from a Maya shaman. To maximize your visit, special bracelets will be provided for Chichen Itza entry, allowing you to…
- Kaua - Experience the rich culture before visiting Chichen Itza by immersing in Maya traditions. Observe artisans crafting stone works, enjoy handmade corn tortillas, and taste Xtabentun, a local beverage. Receive a blessing from a Maya shaman. To maximize your visit, special bracelets will be provided for Chichen Itza entry, allowing you to bypass the lines and start exploring this ancient marvel immediately.
- Chichen Itza - Delight in a day at Chichen Itza, one of the Seven New Wonders of the World, situated in Yucatan. Our expert guides will lead you on an extraordinary journey, offering insights into the vibrant Maya culture. Discover their customs and traditions while exploring remarkable sites such as the Kukulkan Temple, the Ball Court, the Great Sacred Cenote, and other fascinating structures.
- Hacienda Oxman Cenote - After exploring the magnificent structures of Chichen Itza, enjoy a refreshing swim in a sacred cenote. These natural pools have been essential water sources for locals for centuries. Embrace the powerful energy of this mystical location.
- Valladolid - A highlight is the delightful town of Valladolid, where you can explore historical landmarks like the 16th-century San Servacio Cathedral. The main park offers a perfect spot to unwind, sample local sweets, ice cream, and savor other traditional delicacies in this enchanting “Pueblo Mágico.”
What's Included
- Lunch (regional buffet)
- Pick up & drop-off, transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional certificated bilingual guide
- All Taxes & Fees, no extra or hidden charges
- Guided visit to Chichen-Itza & free time there
- Lifejackets in the cenote
- Swimming in the stunning Oxman cenote, located near the old Hacienda
- Lunch (regional buffet)
- Pick up & drop-off, transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional certificated bilingual guide
- All Taxes & Fees, no extra or hidden charges
- Guided visit to Chichen-Itza & free time there
- Lifejackets in the cenote
- Swimming in the stunning Oxman cenote, located near the old Hacienda
What's Not Included
- Drinks, unless specified
- Drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
Prepare for an unforgettable adventure exploring two of the Yucatán’s most remarkable treasures! The journey starts at Chichen Itza, one of the New7Wonders of the World. As you explore this ancient Maya city, be captivated by the iconic Kukulkan Pyramid, a true wonder of architecture and astronomy, and the impressive Temple of Warriors, featuring…
Prepare for an unforgettable adventure exploring two of the Yucatán’s most remarkable treasures! The journey starts at Chichen Itza, one of the New7Wonders of the World. As you explore this ancient Maya city, be captivated by the iconic Kukulkan Pyramid, a true wonder of architecture and astronomy, and the impressive Temple of Warriors, featuring intricate carvings and towering columns. The guide will share intriguing stories about the Maya civilization, their culture, and the history behind these magnificent structures.
After immersing in history, enjoy a refreshing swim in a stunning cenote, a natural pool with crystal-clear water surrounded by lush greenery. It’s the perfect way to unwind before savoring a delicious buffet lunch, filled with authentic Yucatecan flavors.
The adventure concludes in Valladolid, a charming colonial town where you’ll wander through colorful streets, admire historic churches, and experience the vibrant energy of the main square.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Bring towels, sunscreen and sunglasses, bottled water, remember to use biodegradable sunscreen.
- You may want to bring a light sweater or jacket as it could get cold on the transportation on our way to Chichén Itzá and back.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes or sneakers, flip flops are not recommended for the archaeological site.
- Don’t bring tripod for your camera, as it is not allowed to get these inside the Mayan Ruins.
- You must contact local supplier at least 24 hours before your product date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation. Use the contact details on your confirmation/voucher.
- Please don´t forget to specify your accommodation name and/or address in the booking.
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
4.3
(544 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Alan_s
Jul 18, 2026
Very hot in the summer!... - Very hot in the summer! Drink lots of water and wear sunscreen, loose fitting clothes. Educational and fun!
Review provided by Viator
Maria_c
Jul 17, 2026
Connected with the moon!!! - This experience gives you knowledge and brings you back in time, in order to understand and to walk into the Mayan world!!! Gabriel gives out with passion, all the info about the Mayan culture and civilization. But please be careful on the Cénote!!!! I didn’t rent the locker and was a mistake. My things got misplaced from somebody. I thought that they were stolen and I asked for security. His name was Oscar. Me and two of his co workers we were calling his name and refused to come. After I called louder he came down there and he didn’t help me at all!!!!! I found my backpack to another place of where o left it but I was relieved that I did. But Oscar the security guy , not only he didn’t help but I found out later that he accused me to my travel guy that I was mental ill or I was taking grubs!!!! So please do not take your valuables down there!!! It’s dark and crowded and you won’t get any help from Oscar’s!! Other than this the tour will exceed your expectations
Review provided by Viator
Iuliad889
Jun 24, 2026
Verry Beautiful - All is verry beautiful and pool clean
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Lance_k
Jun 19, 2026
Chichén Itzá with 10 family members - Great experience, loved all of it. Our driver and tour guide, Walter were the best. Highly recommend Viator and this tour. Thank you.
Review provided by Viator
Paulo_m
Jun 6, 2026
Very good - The Paseo was very good, just have to improve the times in Chichen Itzá, with the change of entry place takes 30 minutes walking to get to the place.
Review provided by Viator
Wilson_a
May 31, 2026
Super - It was good and memorable is experience. The guide was awesome. Overall nice experience. Value for the money spent
Review provided by Viator
Connie_h
May 21, 2026
Mayan Ruins and Cenote Tour - Full day of wonderful locations. Ek Belem was well worth the drive from Cancun. Oxman Cenote is small but still delivers a fun experience. Our guide Marco, and driver Christopher from Coba, were absolutely amazing! Marco shared so much interesting history.
Review provided by Viator
Yohima_a
Jun 19, 2026
Great Staff, Poor Tour Planning - Our guide and driver were very friendly, professional, and attentive throughout the entire day. They did an excellent job and made the experience as pleasant as possible.
However, my personal opinion is that the tour is poorly planned. We were picked up very early in the morning, but instead of going directly to Chichen Itza, we made several stops and did not arrive until around 2:30 PM, which is the hottest part of the day. The extreme heat made it difficult to enjoy the archaeological site and appreciate its beauty.
I honestly believe the itinerary should be reorganized. Since guests are already being picked up early, the tour should go directly to Chichen Itza first, allowing visitors to arrive around 9:00–10:00 AM when temperatures are much more comfortable. After that, the group could stop for lunch and learn about Mayan culture, then visit the cenote, and finally spend some time in Valladolid before returning.
The cenote was not particularly enjoyable for our family, and overall the long travel time compared to the time spent enjoying the attractions left us feeling that much of the day was spent in transportation.
The staff were excellent, but the overall experience would be greatly improved with a better-planned itinerary.
Review provided by Viator
Karena_n
Aug 15, 2026
Beautiful Destination, Disappointing and Unprofessional Tour Experience - Chichén Itzá itself is absolutely gorgeous and worth visiting—but I strongly recommend booking your tour through a different company on Viator.
Unfortunately, our experience with this tour company was extremely disappointing. The people in charge, particularly Alejandro, our tour guide, were unkind, aggressive, and made what should have been an enjoyable vacation experience incredibly uncomfortable. It became very clear that he had connections with many of the stops included on the tour, and we were repeatedly pressured to spend significantly more money than we were comfortable with.
The most frustrating part was being pressured to purchase tequila for over $320 USD for two small bottles, despite knowing that the same or very similar products could be purchased for significantly less elsewhere in the area. When my husband stood up for me and questioned the price, Alejandro became insulting toward him. A tour guide should never make a guest feel intimidated, embarrassed, or upset to the point of tears.
We were also discouraged from purchasing anything from the vendors at Chichén Itzá because we were told their products were inexpensive and lower quality. While that may sometimes be true, we later realized that many of the same types of products were available at the stores this company took us to—just at substantially higher prices.
The cenote itself was pleasant, but overall, the experience was overshadowed by the pressure to purchase, the treatment from the tour staff, and the lack of professionalism. The guides also drank during the tour, and there was very little effort made to address or assist with issues that arose because of it.
Chichén Itzá: absolutely visit.
This tour company: absolutely not.
Do yourself a favor and choose another tour operator. You deserve to enjoy your vacation without being pressured, insulted, or made to feel guilty for saying no.
Review provided by Viator
Kerensa_s
Aug 23, 2026
scam and lies, perpetuated by tour guides and the locals - Our tour guides, Alex and Victor, helped perpetuate a scam at Kona. We were forced into a line to get a “free“ picture with natives. They then denied us water for over an hour as the bus was locked. When we finally were given lunch, we weren’t allowed to take our water with us into the restaurant. They wanted to upsell us for water! We ended up eating the watermelon for liquid. We got very dehydrated. After the tour, they tried to scam us with honey. They told us the honey had no alcohol in it. They had a picture on the honey of us with the natives! We had not approved them taking a picture of us. We thought the only picture taken of us was on our phone. We felt very high-pressured to buy the bottle of honey since they put it in our hands on the bus. They told us it had no alcohol in it. Alcohol is against our religious beliefs and they lied about it. When we got home, we found out it has alcohol! These two guides perpetuated a scam with the locals to part visitors with their money and lied about alcohol.
The only good part of the tour was our guides were knowledgeable about the area.
Review provided by Viator
