Item: Chichen Itza Full-Day Archaeological Tour: Visit Sacred Cenote & Experience Valladolid's Magic
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Chichen Itza Full-Day Archaeological Tour: Visit Sacred Cenote & Experience Valladolid's Magic

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Tulum

Immerse yourself in the ancient Mayan culture with a full-day tour of Chichen Itza. Explore the sacred cenote, marvel at the Kukulkan pyramid, and experience the magic of Valladolid.

Duration: 12 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Valladolid - In Valladolid, you will have free time to walk through the beautiful streets of this magical town, you can visit the famous church of San Servacio, built by the Spanish; take photos in the main park and buy handicrafts
Chichen Itza - In this guided tour you will visit one of the seven wonders of the world, where you will learn about its history, you will know the sacred cenote, the temple of the warriors, the temple of Kukulcan, after the guided tour you will have free time to take photos or walk around the archaeological area.
Cenote Saamal - After your visit to the archaeological zone of Chichén Itzá, refresh yourself by swimming in one of the most beautiful cenotes in the Yucatan peninsula, with crystal clear waters (45 minutes)
And to recharge your batteries, enjoy our delicious buffet of traditional dishes at the “Real Mayab” Restaurant, located near Chichén Itzá, where you will enjoy a typical meal of the region, you can eat everything you want: Pasta, cochinita pibil, vegetables, chicken, fruit. Drinks are not included in the restaurant. 1 hour.

What's Included

Certified bilingual guide
Guided tour and free time at Chichen Itza
Round transportation from Tulum City meeting point
Cenote Saamal swim time
Mexican buffet meal
Valladolid Magic free time

What's Not Included

Beverage in the restaurant
Life vest
Preservation Tax of 17 USD per person
Gratuities

Additional Information

The archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is situated a mere 90-minute drive from Merida Yucatan and is a significant historical center for this culture.

Our tour provides you with a guided journey through this venue steeped in history and tradition where you’ll marvel at the architecture which includes the Kukulkan pyramid, The Temple of the Warriors, The Observatory, The Sacred Cenote, and The Ball Game.

Following the exploration of Chichén Itzá, a pause at a Cenote is planned where you can take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters of this breath-taking natural creation. Moreover, our tour includes a taste of our delectable buffet of indigenous food.

Concluding the tour, you will enjoy some leisure time in Valladolid, a quaint town recognized for its beautiful streets, rich traditions, history, and cuisine. This remarkable location is perfect for purchasing handicrafts, jewelry, souvenirs, and savoring the local delicacies.

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Life vest is mandatory
There is no pick up at any hotels or airbnb’s, the meeting point is at Super Aki Market

Location

Súper Akí Tulum

The meeting point will be at Super Aki Market, right outside of the main gates, the customer will have to reach to the provider to confirm the exact pick up time (number listed at the voucher)

Cancellation Policy

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

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Aymie_r

May 3, 2024

A long, tiring day - I generally enjoyed this tour, but I also felt it could have been a bit shorter and better organized. Our first stop was at a cenote. It was a lovely location and a great swim, but I would have preferred to do this at the end of the day, especially since the day got hotter. Swimming in cooler water would have felt so refreshing! Our next stop was for lunch. There was a lot of forced shopping, looking at very poor quality souvenirs, and standing in the sun listening to some random story. The lunch was not very good and the staff was rude. I left a small tip in a basket before getting my food, and was asked again for a tip when leaving. Next up was Chichen Itza. By this point, the day was getting hotter and hotter. Our guide had us walking around in the sun while he rambled on and on. The history could have been explained in a clearer manner, or skipped altogether so we could wander around on our own. What made Chichen Itza so frustrating was being constantly harassed by men selling crappy souvenirs at every turn. And I mean EVERY TURN. The entire property is filled with them. Between listening to jaguar calls and “one dollar one dollar” for two hours in the hot sun, I had my fill. I’m honestly shocked the government allows this many people to sell at the landmark. Lastly was Valladolid. It was a quick stop for only 30 minutes. Cute little square, but could have given it a miss. And then a very long, slow drive back to Tulum. All in, it was a 12 hour day. I think the most annoying part was feeling like something was constantly being pushed in my face. Like the guy who boarded the bus and started selling bottles of liqueur, and I felt the tour guide was overly pushy asking for tips. People who are offering services to tourists should know that we find this behaviour rude. Being asked flat out multiple times for a tip makes us want to tip even less. If I were to do this again or recommend a tour, I would either rent a car or get a tour that just takes you straight there and back without all of the stops along the way.

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