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Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore Chichen Itza, an impressive Mayan archaeological complex. Visit a sacred sinkhole and enjoy a buffet meal. Get picked up from your hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya, or choose a convenient meeting point. Journey to one of the Yucatan Peninsula's most important monuments. Upon arrival, marvel at the step pyramid of Kukulcan, renowned for its shadowy serpent image created by equinox light. Experience an ancient cenote, part of a sacred underground river network to the Maya people. Indulge in a tasty buffet and take a leisurely stroll in Valladolid.
Inclusions
What's included
- Visit to Cenote Saamal with access to swimming area and facilities
- Traditional Yucatecan buffet lunch at Hacienda Selva Maya (included in all tour options)
- Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided visit to Chichén Itzá with free time to explore
- Certified bilingual tour guide throughout the experience
- Free time in Valladolid’s historic main square
What's not
- Beverages in the Buffet (Included in All Inclusive option)
- Rent lockers and lifejackets (included in All-Inclusive option)
- Chichén Itzá (included in the All-Inclusive option; includes skip-the-line access)
Itinerary
Explore the Wonder Before the Crowds One of the biggest advantages of this tour is our early arrival to Chichén Itzá, before most large tour buses reach the site. This allows you to explore the ancient city during the cooler morning hours, avoiding the intense heat and large crowds that arrive later in the day. Your certified bilingual guide will lead you through the most important areas of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, including El Castillo (Temple of Kukulcán), the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors, while sharing fascinating stories about Maya astronomy, architecture, and culture. The guided portion lasts about 1 hour, followed by 1 hour of free time to walk around, take photos, and experience the magic of this New Seven Wonder of the World at your own pace. Total time at Chichén Itzá: approximately 2 hours.
Discover the stunning Cenote Saamal, a massive open-air cenote located inside the historic Hacienda Selva Maya. Surrounded by towering limestone walls, lush vegetation, and a small natural waterfall, its crystal-clear waters create one of the most breathtaking swimming spots in the Yucatán. Here you can swim, relax, or simply enjoy the atmosphere at your own pace. You’ll also have time to enjoy a buffet of traditional Yucatecan cuisine served inside the beautiful hacienda, offering a more authentic and comfortable experience than the typical roadside restaurant stops.
Our final stop is the beautiful town of Valladolid, one of the most charming colonial cities in the Yucatán Peninsula. Here you’ll enjoy free time to walk through the historic center, admire the colorful colonial buildings, and experience the relaxed atmosphere of a traditional Mexican town. The main square is surrounded by lively streets, local shops, and the iconic San Servacio Church, located right in the heart of the city. Valladolid is known for its vibrant colors, authentic culture, and laid-back charm, making it the perfect place to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply enjoy a pleasant stroll before returning.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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3Morning van was very hot....
Morning van was very hot. Food quality it was not the best. And they left us in the downtown of the island which was so busy and didn’t give us enough direction or anything that needs to be visited. Overall was ok but the team was great.
5Beautiful trip
We had a lot of fun during this trip, Rafa our tour guide was very entertaining and passionate about the Mayan history. We loved it!
3Not enough time at Cenotes
The tour was to rushed, didn’t spend enough time at the cenotes but a lot time at the shops, not my ideal
5Amazing experience. Its a must
This was one of the best tours I've been on. They pick you up from your hotel and drop you off at your hotel. The drive there, the guide kept us entertained with information/history of the Mayan culture and the cenotes. We first went to a small village, then went to chichen itza. There was an English guide and a Spanish guide. They took us around for about 30 to 40 minutes before we could explore the entire place. It was extremely hot so bring sunscreen, a fan, or small umbrella. You can rent an umbrella there if you want to. After chichen itza, we went to it kill cenote where there was a huge buffet included in your ticket and it was delicious. Pay for your skip the line tickets, lockers, and life jackets ahead of time. The cenote is right there and its beautiful 😍. After all of that the small historic town of vallaloid we went tequila taste testing and bought some tequila and ice cream. I would highly suggest this tour!!!! 10000/10
5My husband and I had an...
My husband and I had an amazing time on this trip! Alredo and Hugo were funny and very informative. Always felt safe at all times. The bus picked us up from our resort which was super convenient. The bus was comfortable and had working air conditioning. We would recommend this trip if you have to time while in Cancun!
3Decent
+ Guides really good, the chichen itza good. If i knew afterhand i would have only booked tour for chichen itza. - First stop " souvenir" shop really overpried and waste of time. -Buffet was good but charged almost 200 pessos for 2 small diet cokes. -Last stop 'Tequila tasting' quick 30 min stop and again overpriced souvenir and tequila, wantedxtp buy a 40 cl bottle of tequila and then i saw the price 900 pessos.. Overall experince i feelt those stops to buy stuff was not worth it.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- For those who are in the town of Akumal
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 40 travellers
- Operated by
- Sat Mexico Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The use of a life jacket is mandatory in the cenote
How it compares in Cancun
- Its from-price is 61% below the median of the 1149 day trips we list in Cancun.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 1149.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cancun
Cancun pairs a long ribbon of white-sand beaches and turquoise Caribbean water with Maya ruins, cenotes and islands all within easy reach.
The Hotel Zone curves along a narrow strip of land between the Caribbean and the Nichupté Lagoon, lined with resorts and beaches such as Playa Delfines, where the sand is powder-soft and the sea glows in every shade of blue. Downtown Cancun, on the mainland, is where locals eat and shop, with taquerías and evening stalls around Parque de las Palapas.
Top-ranked sights in Cancun: Chichen Itza, Tulum Archeological Site, Isla Mujeres.
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