Day Trips from Cancun to Chichen Itza

Discover the wonders of Chichen Itza like never before with exclusive early access that allows you to explore the iconic archaeological site in the cool morning hours, free from the bustling crowds. This unique tour offers a fascinating insight into Mexico's history and provides context and insight thanks to a guide.

Journey to Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula to visit the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza on this full-day tour and experience this incredible archeological site with a local guide. Walk along El Castillo and the Pyramid of Kukulcan and learn how this pre-Columbian city played an important role in the Mayan Civilization. Midway through the day, enjoy a typical buffet lunch and a refreshing dip at a cenote. Finally, take a panoramic tour through the colonial town of Valladolid.

Get an early start to your sightseeing at Chichen Itza, one of the most popular sites of the Yucatán Peninsula. Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site with an archaeologist as your guide and gain essential insights into Mexico’s past. Skip the crowds and see sections that traditional tours don’t visit.

Explore Chichen Itza, a cenote, and the colonial town of Valladolid on this private full-day tour from Cancun. Start your day with a tour of Valladolid colonial town followed by a refreshing swim in a cenote and a tequila tasting. Then, beat the crowds with an afternoon tour of Chichen Itza with a guide. Includes a buffet lunch, transfers, and hotel pickup.

When you’re in Cancun, don’t miss the chance to check off Chichen Itza and the wilder ruins at Yaxunah. This private day trip includes hotel pick-up, tickets, transportation, and logistics, leaving you to relax and focus on the Maya history and culture that abounds. After spending time at each site, you’ll stop for a cool-down dip in a sacred cenote, and savor Mexican food from a buffet before returning to Cancun.

Chichén Itzá is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, which often draws large crowds. With this small-group, early access tour from Playa del Carmen, be one of the first visitors to explore the site, as well as the Ek Balam ruins. Learn about one of the most important places in the Tlalol Kingdom and ancient Mayan culture and history as you explore each site. Your day ends with a refreshing dip in a cenote and a delicious Mexican buffet lunch.

Swap the beaches and bars of Cancún for the enigmatic architecture of Chichén Itzá for the day. This guided tour takes you to explore the archaeological site's ancient Mayan pyramids and you'll also visit Santuario Tsukán for a swim in the refreshing cenote waters and explore the charming town of Valladolid, with a stop for a buffet lunch with unlimited drinks.

Experience some of the Yucatan’s most exciting activities with a Cancun combo tour. Choose between a range of combos, featuring captivating attractions such as the Xcaret, Xel-Ha, and Xplor parks and Chichen Itza, Mexico’s star archaeological site. Hotel pickup and round-trip transportation are included, along with delicious food and drinks. Simply take your two tours within 15 days of each other to enjoy this economical offer.

Step into the heart of Mayan history on this small-group adventure designed for a more personal and comfortable experience. Travel in an air-conditioned van and enjoy attentive service from start to finish as you explore the legendary city of Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Your expert guide will bring ancient stories to life while uncovering the mysteries behind its temples, astronomy, and architecture. Continue your journey to the peaceful community of Yalcobá, where you’ll take part in a traditional ceremony and delight in a mezcal and tequila tasting that highlights Mexico’s ancestral flavors. Wrap up your day with a refreshing swim in a stunning cenote and savor a traditional regional meal—an authentic taste of Yucatán’s heritage. A complete cultural, natural, and culinary experience crafted for travelers who want more than just a tour.

No trip to the Yucatán Peninsula is complete without a visit to the region's must-see ancient Maya sights—and this full-day, three-in-one tour makes exploring the highlights easy. Enjoy included hotel pickup in Cancun before you're whisked to the spectacular ruins of Chichen Itza and Ek Balam for a day of exploring. Along the way, swim in an underground cenote, and refuel with an included buffet lunch.

Discover one of the new seven wonders of the world on a day trip to the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. Traveling with a group tour simplifies the trip and enables busy travelers to see the UNESCO-listed site without worrying about transport or logistics. This well-organized tour includes time to swim in a cenote and explore the historic city of Valladolid, with hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience.

No visit to Cancun is complete without experiencing Chichen Itza, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Take the stress out of organizing a visit to the UNESCO-listed archaeological site with a hassle-free day trip that includes transport, admission tickets, and a buffet lunch at Hacienda Xaybeh. Plus, exploring with a local, storyteller guide reveals history you might otherwise have missed.

Visit one of Mexico's most significant Maya sites and other area gems on this all-inclusive day trip to Chichen Itza from Cancun. Learn about the history and traditions of the Maya people as you visit the UNESCO-listed structures followed by a swim in the crystal-clear Cenote Xcajum. Experience a traditional purifying ritual in a Maya village and sit down for a local buffet. End your day in the colonial town of Valladolid.

No visit to Cancun would be complete without visiting Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. This hassle-free day trip from Cancun takes care of round-trip transfers and tickets, so you can spend less time arranging logistics and more time delving into ancient Maya culture. Plus, a cenote stop gives you a chance to cool off.

Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey through time with our tour to Chichén Itzá! Let yourself be enveloped by the majesty of this ancient Mayan city, with its imposing structures, temples and decorations that defy the passage of centuries. Guided by experts in the enigmatic Mayan culture, discover the ancestral secrets of their rituals, worldview and traditions. Enter the ruins that whisper ancient legends and awaken the curiosity of the unknown. Explore the natural beauty of a sacred cenote, reserved for the privileged in ancient times. Immerse yourself in its crystalline waters and feel the connection with the earth and the mystery that its depths contain. Continue your trip in the charming colonial city of Valladolid, where time seems to stop between its cobblestone streets and its rich history. Don't miss the opportunity to live this unique experience! Reserve your place on our tour now and immerse yourself in a world of ancient wonders.

Visit Chichén Itzá, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, on a fully private tour: only your group in the van, no waiting for other passengers and no rushing with a big bus group. We pick you up at your hotel in Cancún, Costa Mujeres or Puerto Morelos, at the time you choose. A certified bilingual guide shows you the Temple of Kukulcán (El Castillo), the Great Ball Court and the Sacred Cenote, and you get free time to explore on your own. After the ruins, choose your cenote (we recommend Cenote Suytun or Cenote Chukum), swim and enjoy the buffet lunch right there, then take a short walk through the colorful colonial town of Valladolid before we drive you back to your hotel. Entrance fees, cenote, buffet lunch and drinks on board are included. Run by Cancún Nation, a family-owned private transportation company operating in Cancún since 2018.

You’ll visit one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. Chichen Itza with ease, skipping the long lines thanks to pre-secured tickets. Your journey begins with an engaging narration on fascinating topics, making the ride fly by. Upon arrival, you’ll explore this ancient Mayan city with your expert host, who will share in-depth knowledge and captivating stories about its rich history and culture. After your exploration, you’ll cool off in the refreshing waters of a nearby cenote, a serene natural setting perfect for relaxation. Once you’ve enjoyed the cenote, you’ll savor a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant, where freshly prepared local dishes will delight your taste buds. To wrap up your day, you’ll visit the charming town square of Valladolid, where you can soak in the colonial ambiance of Mexico. This final stop blends history, culture, and local flavor, creating a day filled with unforgettable experiences.

Enjoy a comfortable and well-organized shared transportation service designed to make your day simple from the very beginning. This experience is operated in a small-group format, with a maximum of 11 guests on board. This allows the journey to feel more personal and less crowded than a standard large-group tour. To keep the route smooth and efficient, each group will include no more than 4 pickup stops. Your confirmed pickup time will be sent one day before your service, between 6:00 and 8:00 PM, once the full operation has been organized. On the day of the tour, your Living Dreams Mexico host will arrive approximately 5 to 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time and will be wearing the Living Dreams Mexico uniform so you can easily identify them. Throughout the day, your host will assist the group, share helpful information, and make sure the transportation experience feels clear, comfortable, and well coordinated from pickup to drop-off.