Tour group at Chichen Itza pyramid, Mexico, with guide explaining site history.
Chichen Itza pyramid with tourists exploring the site in Mexico.
Cenote with swimmers and hanging roots in Yucatan Peninsula, near Chichen Itza, Central America.
Colorful colonial buildings line a street in Valladolid, Mexico, with people walking and cars parked.
Tourists serving themselves at a buffet lunch during Chichen Itza tour.
Tourists walking among ancient stone structures at Chichen Itza, Mexico.
Columns in the Temple of a Thousand Warriors, Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico.

From Cancún: Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid Tour, Cancun

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Duration: Flexible (up to 12 hours)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included

Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus

Meals included

Mexican buffet lunch

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Expert local tour guide

Hotel pickup

Convenient pick-up at your location

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Explore an enriching full-day guided tour departing from Cancún, where you'll explore Chichén Itzá's legendary ruins and enjoy swimming in a refreshing cenote. The adventure continues with a visit to the historic city of Valladolid. Begin your journey at either a central meeting point or directly from your hotel, accompanied by a professional certified guide who will take care of all tickets and entry procedures before departure.

Explore Chichén Itzá's iconic Mayan site and the charming colonial town of Valladolid within one day. Enjoy access to a sacred cenote as part of your adventure.

Gain fascinating insights into Mexico’s vibrant history with an English-Spanish bilingual guide, enhancing your journey through these historic sites.

Experience hassle-free travel with smooth round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach from a common meeting point.

Access to Chichén Itzá, Valladolid, and a sacred cenote

Use of bilingual expert guide for English and Spanish speakers

Return journey by air-conditioned coach

Covers transfers from shared meeting point in Cancún (as per option selected)

Includes hotel pick-up transfers in Cancún (as per option selected)

Features buffet-style lunch included with hotel pick-ups

Local levies amounting to USD $42

Required personal flotation device hire for USD $9

Tour group at Chichen Itza pyramid, Mexico, with guide explaining site history.

Tour group at Chichen Itza pyramid, Mexico, with guide explaining site history.

Welcome Aboard Your Adventure

This full-day guided excursion from Cancún brings together an exploration of Chichén Itzá’s legendary ruins, a refreshing swim at a sacred cenote, and a cultural visit to Valladolid.

Starting Point

Your adventure kicks off with transportation either from a central meeting point in Cancún or directly from your hotel. Here you’ll meet an expert certified guide who will brief you on the day’s itinerary while ensuring all entry procedures are sorted before departure.

Journey Highlights

Discover Chichén Itzá, recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This ancient Mayan city boasts over a thousand years of history and culture. As you navigate its iconic structures with your guide’s insights.

Explore These Key Attractions

  • Chichén Itzá: Experience this UNESCO-listed marvel, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, showcasing major landmarks such as El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors.
  • Sacred Cenote: Dive into a natural underground sinkhole that held spiritual significance for Mayans. It’s an ideal spot to great off after exploring Chichén Itzá.
  • Valladolid: Wander through this colonial town with its charming cobblestone streets and vibrant architecture, capturing the essence of Yucatán's rich heritage.

Travel Comforts Included

  • Round-trip transfers from a shared meeting point in Cancún: Enjoy hassle-free transportation without needing to navigate public transit.
  • Optional hotel pick-up and drop-off: For added convenience, select the option for round-trip transfers directly from your Cancún accommodation.

Nourishment on Your Tour

  • Mexican buffet lunch (with hotel transfer): After a refreshing swim at the cenote, indulge in a delicious buffet-style Mexican meal to recharge for the rest of the day’s activities. This is included only if you opt for transfers from your hotel.
Chichen Itza pyramid with tourists exploring the site in Mexico.

Chichen Itza pyramid with tourists exploring the site in Mexico.

Cenote with swimmers and hanging roots in Yucatan Peninsula, near Chichen Itza, Central America.

Cenote with swimmers and hanging roots in Yucatan Peninsula, near Chichen Itza, Central America.

Colorful colonial buildings line a street in Valladolid, Mexico, with people walking and cars parked.

Colorful colonial buildings line a street in Valladolid, Mexico, with people walking and cars parked.

  • Ensure you have a valid ID or passport for ticket validation.

Carry sufficient cash, including smaller denominations of the Mexican Peso, to cover food, souvenirs, and tips along your journey.

Prohibited Items

  • Drones, tripods, and selfie sticks are prohibited at Chichén Itzá.
  • Pets and service animals cannot enter the site.
  • Touching or climbing any monuments at Chichén Itzá is not allowed.
  • Large bags are forbidden inside the site.

No food or drinks may be brought into Chichén Itzá.

Accessibility Considerations

    This tour does not accommodate wheelchair users, pregnant women, or those with limited mobility.

    Additional Details

    • A local tax of USD $42 must be paid on site via credit card. Children are exempt from this fee.
    • Mandatory life vest rental at the cenote costs USD $9.
    • Pickup time will be confirmed 24 hours prior to your tour.

    Your package includes travel insurance coverage.

    Tourists serving themselves at a buffet lunch during Chichen Itza tour.

    Tourists serving themselves at a buffet lunch during Chichen Itza tour.

    Tourists walking among ancient stone structures at Chichen Itza, Mexico.

    Tourists walking among ancient stone structures at Chichen Itza, Mexico.

    Carry a valid ID or passport for ticket validation when visiting Chichén Itzá and other sites on this tour.

    Avoid bringing drones, tripods, and selfie sticks to ensure compliance with site regulations at Chichén Itzá.

    Come prepared with adequate cash in smaller denominations of the Mexican Peso for food, souvenirs, or tips during your journey.

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    Operating hours

    Chichén Itzá

    Monday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Tuesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Wednesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Friday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Saturday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Sunday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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    FAQs

    Drones, tripods, selfie sticks, pets, service animals, and climbing or touching monuments are not allowed at the site.
    You’ll need a valid ID or passport for entry and enough cash in Mexican Pesos for food, souvenirs, or tips along the way.
    The package includes entry to Chichén Itzá, Valladolid, and the cenote, a bilingual guide, round-trip transfers in an AC coach, and optional buffet-style lunch.
    Yes, you can upgrade your ticket to include direct round-trip transfers from your Cancún hotel instead of a shared meeting point.
    The tour provides round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach from either a shared meeting point or directly from your hotel, depending on your ticket option.
    There’s no specific age mentioned, but children may need supervision at the cenote due to water activities involved.
    Yes, you can enjoy a dip in the sacred cenote with clear waters and also have an optional Mexican-style buffet lunch there.
    The tour includes visits to Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Valladolid, a charming colonial town, and access to a sacred cenote with crystal clear waters.
    Local taxes worth US$44 per adult and a mandatory life vest rental of US$9 for the cenote are not covered by the tour package.
    The tour is a full-day experience starting from Cancún, including visits to all three main attractions and return transfers.

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