Chichen Itza pyramid with tourists exploring the site under a clear blue sky.
Tourists exploring ancient Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza, Mexico.
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Shoppers browsing handcrafted items at a vibrant outdoor Mexican market.
Valladolid sign in front of Convento de San Bernardino de Siena, Valladolid, Yucatán, Mexico.
Dining area at Hotel Mesón del Marqués in Valladolid, Yucatán, with guests seated near a courtyard fountain.
Church of San Servacio with palm trees and street in Valladolid, Yucatan, Mexico.

Hotel Pickup from Tulum: Chichén Itzá, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

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Explore the ancient Mayan city & UNESCO Heritage Site of Chichén Itzá, with an expert guide leading the way.

Soak in the grandeur of highlights like the El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors and Thousand Columns.

Stroll through the charming streets of Valladolid, with free time to dine, shop, & more, before taking a refreshing dip in a sacred cenote.

Round-trip, air-conditioned transfers from your hotel and back ensure the utmost convenience, so you can sit back & explore the best Mexico has to offer.

Guided tour of Chichén Itzá

Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned van

Pick-up and drop-off directly at your hotel

Free time in Valladolid

A dip in a sacred cenote

Authentic Mexican lunch and snacks

All entrance fees (including local taxes and entrance fees to the cenote)

Mandatory life vest rental (to be purchased for US$9)

Audio guides

Chichen Itza pyramid with tourists exploring the site under a clear blue sky.

Chichen Itza pyramid with tourists exploring the site under a clear blue sky.

Walk through the ruins of one of the New Seven Wonders of the World with an expert leading the way. Stroll through Valladolid's charming streets, and cool off in a sacred cenote.

Getting started

Be ready at your hotel's lobby or entrance 15 minutes before your scheduled departure. You'll be picked up in an air-conditioned van and driven to the first stop on your tour - Chichén Itzá.

What to expect

Chichén Itzá

A pre-Columbian city built by the Maya, Chichén Itzá's site today spans about 5 square kilometers of well-preserved structures and ruins. They're a remnant of the Mayan civilization, one of the world's most prominent.

Features

  • Chichén Itzá: Follow your guide as they offer fascinating insights into the city's history, cultural significance, and its key architectural highlights, including the El Castillo and the Temple of the Warriors.

  • Valladolid: Stroll through the colorful streets and the main square of this colonial city, where the past meets the present in the most tranquil way.

  • Sacred cenote: End your tour on a high as you relish a dip in a sacred cenote, a spectacular natural water body with fresh water at the top that gets saltier the deeper you go.

  • Buffet-style lunch: Savor a sumptuous buffet-style lunch with Mexican delicacies and a drink to keep your energy levels high and get a taste of the local culture.

Round-trip transfers: An air-conditioned van chauffeurs you right from your hotel's doorstep and drops you back at the end of the day for a hassle-free experience.

Tourists exploring ancient Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza, Mexico.

Tourists exploring ancient Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza, Mexico.

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Shoppers browsing handcrafted items at a vibrant outdoor Mexican market.

Shoppers browsing handcrafted items at a vibrant outdoor Mexican market.

What to bring

  • Carry a valid ID or passport to validate your tickets.

  • Make sure to carry adequate cash, including smaller denominations of the Mexican Peso, to pay for any food, souvenirs, or tips along the way.

  • Some places may not accept credit cards, and at those that do, you’ll incur a 7% fee. Cash is your best friend here.

  • Carry a swimsuit if you plan on taking a dip in the cenote.

What’s not allowed

  • Drones, tripods, and selfie sticks are not allowed at Chichén Itzá

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at the site.

  • You’re not allowed to touch or climb any of the monuments at Chichén Itzá.

  • Carrying large bags inside the site is prohibited.

  • You’re not allowed to bring food and drinks into Chichén Itzá.

Accessibility

  • This tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, pregnant women, or visitors with limited mobility.

Additional information

  • Your group will consist of no more than 10 people, excluding the guide, for an intimate experience.

  • Your ticket price includes the entrance fees to the cenote and all local taxes.

  • Renting a life vest is mandatory if you plan on swimming in the cenote. This will cost you US$9.

  • The pickup time will be confirmed 24 hours before the tour.

  • Your tour includes travel insurance.

  • The tour will continue as planned, come rain or shine. You will be contacted in case of changes due to severe weather.

  • A minimum of four people is required for the tour to proceed. If this requirement isn’t met, you will be provided an alternative, or your tour will be cancelled with a refund.

  • If your hotel falls outside Tulum city or the Tulum Hotel Zone, an extra fee will be charged for pick-up.

Valladolid sign in front of Convento de San Bernardino de Siena, Valladolid, Yucatán, Mexico.

Valladolid sign in front of Convento de San Bernardino de Siena, Valladolid, Yucatán, Mexico.

Dining area at Hotel Mesón del Marqués in Valladolid, Yucatán, with guests seated near a courtyard fountain.

Dining area at Hotel Mesón del Marqués in Valladolid, Yucatán, with guests seated near a courtyard fountain.

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This tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, pregnant women, or visitors with limited mobility.
Drones, tripods, and selfie sticks are not allowed at Chichén Itzá Pets and service animals are not allowed at the site. You’re not allowed to touch or climb any of the monuments at Chichén Itzá. Carrying large bags inside the site is prohibited. You’re not allowed to bring food and drinks into Chichén Itzá.
Carry a valid ID or passport to validate your tickets. Make sure to carry adequate cash, including smaller denominations of the Mexican Peso, to pay for any food, souvenirs, or tips along the way. Some places may not accept credit cards, and at those that do, you’ll incur a 7% fee. Cash is your best friend here. Carry a swimsuit if you plan on taking a dip in the cenote.
Your group will consist of no more than 10 people, excluding the guide, for an intimate experience. Your ticket price includes the entrance fees to the cenote and all local taxes. Renting a life vest is mandatory if you plan on swimming in the cenote. This will cost you US$9. The pickup time will be confirmed 24 hours before the tour. Your tour includes travel insurance. The tour will continue as planned, come rain or shine. You will be contacted in case of changes due to severe weather. A minimum of four people is required for the tour to proceed. If this requirement isn’t met, you will be provided an alternative, or your tour will be cancelled with a refund. If your hotel falls outside Tulum city or the Tulum Hotel Zone, an extra fee will be charged for pick-up.

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