Chichén Itzá Tour: Explore Mayan Ruins and Sacred Cenote

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Embark on a captivating journey to Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and immerse yourself in the rich history and traditions of the Mayan people. Explore ancient ruins, swim in a sacred cenote, and experience the vibrant culture of Valladolid. Book now for an unforgettable adventure in the Mexican Caribbean!

Duration: 10 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Chichen Itza - The tour begins when the transportation arrives at the designated meeting point or your hotel. Enjoy a comfortable journey in our air-conditioned vehicle, taking approximately 2 hours to reach the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, where the first stop will be made.
An expert guide will offer a comprehensive explanation of this…

Chichen Itza - The tour begins when the transportation arrives at the designated meeting point or your hotel. Enjoy a comfortable journey in our air-conditioned vehicle, taking approximately 2 hours to reach the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, where the first stop will be made.

An expert guide will offer a comprehensive explanation of this archaeological site, and the group will explore the city to uncover the rich history of the Mayan Culture step by step. There will be about 2 hours allocated for the guided tour and free time to explore the ruins independently.

Chichén Itzá is the most significant Mayan City globally, and this is an experience not to be missed.

CENOTE CHICHIKAN - The visit includes either Chichikan Cenote or Noolha Cenote, natural freshwater pools located in the heart of the Mayan jungle. These cenotes are unique global wonders, formed millions of years ago, where visitors can immerse themselves in crystal-clear, refreshing waters—an incredible chance to experience a true natural marvel.

At these cenotes, one can feel a deep connection with nature, surrounded by the lush greenery and beauty of the Mayan jungle. Capture countless photos, admire the stunning limestone formations, and soak in the tranquility these sacred sites offer. Whether choosing the open-air splendor of Chichikan or the serene cave-like atmosphere of Noolha, the experience will leave visitors feeling revitalized and inspired.

After a refreshing swim in the cenote, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring the finest regional cuisine, providing the perfect opportunity to recharge before continuing the unforgettable adventure.

Valladolid - The tour continues with a visit to the enchanting town of Valladolid, recognized as a Magic Town in Mexico for its beautiful streets, architecture, cuisine, and the warmth of its people. This visit offers a fantastic opportunity to experience an authentic Mexican town.

There will be approximately 30 minutes to explore the magical town before heading back to the hotel, which will take about 2 hours to reach.

What's Included

Quick visit to Valladolid
Admission to Cenote (Noolha or Chichikan)
Tickets for Chichén Itzá Archeological Site
In-vehicle air conditioning
Certified Guide
Lunch

What's Not Included

Drinks and Box Lunch (Upgrade to Plus to have these included)
Taxes for professional or GoPro $3 USD per item; CASH ONLY
Life vests and lockers; CASH ONLY

Additional Information

Join us on an exploration of one of the world’s most mysterious archaeological sites, Chichén Itzá. This ancient city has been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The rich history and culture of this remarkable location will captivate you with its stunning architecture and the wisdom and traditions of the Mayan civilization.
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Chichen Itza

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Curiosity34364750028

Jan 11, 2026

Great tour but very long - The only thing is that the tour is advertised as 8-10 hours long but it was actually 13 hours … Otherwise, the tour was fantastic! Juan was an excellent tour guide. He was funny and knowledgeable. The food was pretty good too. It was kind of confusing at the cenote. You do not have to get in the water or change clothes to see the cenote. But you will have to buy a wristband for a few dollars and put on a life vest over your clothes. The stairs up to the cenote are somewhat steep and slippery. They do have towels to rent. Getting to the Chichen Itza area was not too far of a walk from the entrance. Juan took great photos of everyone in front. I recommend this tour.

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Alexandra

Mar 1, 2025

This was a beautiful tour and highly recommended - I've been on this tour in the past years ago and I have to say this one is much much better . I have to start by saying that they were very professional. The day was obviously long but it's no fault of their own. Lots of driving . The guide was proficient in English and very knowledgeable . I chose this tour because almost all expenses were included meaning there was no hidden cost like other tours offer . There was extra money if you wanted to pay for a locker at the cenotes which was up to you and if you want to swim you must rent a life jacket for four US dollars, This is mandatory. At the lunch place there was no drinks included because we bought the basic package which was worth it , The water cost a few dollars. I must advise that buying artisans at the lunch place cost about two to three times what it does at chichen itza so if you want to buy some goods, wait until you get to the ruins And once you are there you can bargain down about 1/3 the price. Our driver was also our tour guide at the ruins and he gave us some amazing history, thank you. At the end of the tour he gently asked for tips and it wasn't like years ago where they were demanding it and made it extremely uncomfortable . It is definitely a must-see and I would suggest this tour if you're interested in the beautiful nature of the cenotes or the history of the Mayan ruins. I MUST SAY THE BEST PART: I left my phone on the first small bus that drove us to the larger bus . Not only did the guide make sure that the other driver located the phone that they also dropped it off to the hotel. No questions asked and with no fee. It was extremely honest of them. What was extremely disheartening and dishonest was that the hotel said they did not receive it and tried to blame the tour company. After using the find my device location on my phone and showing the reception staff that it was literally in the reception area magically it showed up. This taught me how honest this tour operator is and when I come back I will book with them. It also taught me to verify names of who found things and who it was delivered to and sadly not to trust the hotel staff. So if you're traveling to Mexico, don't go to Grand Oasis.

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Jerry_k

Dec 28, 2024

Good tour, great guide.... - Good tour, great guide. We knew going in it would be around 12 hours. Ended up being 14.5 door to door.

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Catherine_h

Nov 30, 2024

Touring Chichen Itza and swimming in Cenote - Swimming in the Cenote and visiting Chichen Itza historical site. We found the tour went 3 hours longer than expected and missed out having our dinner until 11 pm at night. Although we enjoyed the tour guides input we felt the tour was too long from delays waiting for people.

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Kohrenj

May 7, 2024

Chichén Itzá Tour - The tour was fun! Roberto, Gustavo, and the bus driver were great and kept us informed and entertained the whole day. It was quite hot at Chichén Itzá and the hour long tour was a bit much for me personally because of the heat and limited shade surrounding the structures. They did give us full warning though and I’m glad I heeded their warning and rented an umbrella. Otherwise, I found the tours to be great and the guides were quite knowledgeable! I would definitely recommend the tour!

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Steven_l

May 28, 2024

Somewhat disappointing-Chicken Itza, Cenote, Valladolid, lunch - We were somewhat disappointed. Very large group. Late pickup from our hotel. Transported to Starbucks with a 45 minute wait for the bus. Almost missed the bus due to no one telling us at Starbucks that the bus had arrived. Finally a man came in and told us the bus was going to leave. We were the last ones on the bus. Sat opposite the toilet! Our guides were fantastic-helpful, humorous, knowledgeable. Chicken itza, lunch, shopping, cenote were favorable. However, the bus was not allowed into Valladolid due to a city fest unknown to our guides so we missed that part of the trip. Disappointing. Because of all the inconveniences and not completing the trip, we would like a partial refund please. We have taken many trips with Viator and always been satisfied. Not this time however.

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