Chichen Itza Options with Sacred Cenote from Cancun
Cancun, Mexico
- 12 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Visit Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal, and Valladolid on a guided tour
- Taste the foods of the Yucatan during a buffet lunch
- Enjoy hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
- A guide provides historical and cultural details you might miss on your own
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Pick up /Drop off
- Guide
- Lunch
- Cenote admission
- Admission to Chichen Itza
- Gratuities
- State taxes: $45 USD adult or $6 USD child must be paid via cash or card upon check-in.
- Life jacket rental in the cenote it is mandatory, 5 USD per person must be paid in cash at check in
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.
Itinerary
1
CENOTE NOOLHA BY CHICHIKAN
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
2
Aldea Naayil Ku
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
Chichen Itza
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Valladolid
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
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Charles_H, Jul 2024
The cenote visit was incredibly beautiful. The Chichen Itza tour was very detailed and informative. A very memorable experience.
Geethanjali_R, Jan 2024
The good thing about this tour was that they started on time at 7:10AM
Things I didn't like are
- He stopped at some artifacts store place and wasted 30mins asking us to shop, +15mins explaining something that could be done quicker. There was really only one store and everything was over priced. We bought some chichen itza souveniers that was 5x compared to the price that was sold for by local vendors infront of chichen itza
- when we went to valloid the traffic was backed up so much that it caused a lot of delay
- the time we got dropped back at our hotel was 9:40pm
- Also keep in mind, this tour does cenote first and then chichen itza (if that matters)
Tatiana_B, Sep 2023
Mediocre excursion. Too rushed, way too many people on the bus for 1 tour guide. Would not do this one again…
Saji_G, Aug 2023
We enjoyed the hospitality of the crew members and their spirit in guiding us through the archeological sites and Mayan culture. Great experience. Thanks to our tour guide.
Victoria_F, Jun 2023
Absolutely brilliant day, we changed to hotel pick up at the last minute with no issues at all, communication was good and the guides were excellent.
Andrew_F, May 2023
Guides very knowledgeable and Chichester Itza is impressive and Cenote is pretty. However the trip was spoilt by too much time at the shop and an unnecessary short stop on the way back in a town. Too much time spent trying to sell us things at over the top prices. Give more time to the two sites we paid to see and more free time at them. Bus broke down but great effort sorting taxis. Price good in comparison to hotel excursion but watch for the added state taxes.
Kari_B, May 2023
Great day with amazing guides! Learned so much and had the best time! A little confusing being picked up at hotel and switching busses, but figured it out.
Juliana_G, Apr 2023
Apart from the lack of organization with pick up (they left me waiting for half an hour without telling me anything, until I called and they sent someone to get me, making me think they would have actually left me there if I hadn't called), the tour was good and the guide was very knowledgeable. It's a full on day but you get to see and do a lot.
Petar_J, Apr 2023
Was an amazing experience, will recommend to friends, a little trouble with a pick up location but guys have been very understanding and helpful
Francis_D, Mar 2023
45 min only at chichen. It's not 45 but 150$ cause you pay ticket then when you arrive at bus station, you are suppose to pay 35 but they charged 54$ on my card. Then you have to pay for locker and vest
Robert_U, Mar 2023
Booked last-minute. Was aware of the $35 “tax” charged at check-in. Would make more sense to just include it in the initial price. Transfers were adequate, but you must taxi or Uber if you are not at a major hotel. Bus was comfortable. Staff was informative and entertaining. Lunch at restaurant was ok. Server tried charging me for 3 drinks, when I only had 1 Coca Cola. Paid with $MX500, price was $MX55. Only given $MX300 change. When I showed the server he “made a mistake,” he only offered to give me $MX50 back. I would have tipped larger if he didn’t steal from me. Before you eat, you are told about how the Mayan descendants hand make all souvenirs we are forced to look at. Told the stickers on the items are the initials of the people who made them, but saw a woman sticking random initials on random items. Bought 3 items and had them blessed by the shaman, who charged me $MX200 for the blessing.
Chichen Itza itself was very beautiful once you walk past the gauntlets of vendors. 2 hours to listen to the tour guide or walk around on your own. Very cool to see one of the “new wonders of the world.” Bring a hat and water.
Also, bring snacks and water for the bus ride.
Over all, it was a cool experience and I’m happy I did it. I don’t need to do it again.
Deirdre_N, Jan 2023
The trip was jam packed. If you are staying in Cancun be ready for a long bus ride, it takes around 3 hrs to get to Chichen Itza, on the way home it is broken up and not as bad. However, all in all, they did a great job and we were well occupied during our 13hr long day.
Prayash_K, Dec 2022
It was a great trip. I can't think of a better deal at this price. The guides were super nice and friendly. They made sure we were picked up and droped off properly. Took good care of all the travellers. Well, as in all other touristic spots they (the stores or places we visit in trip not the tour people) do try to sell stuffs but it is absolutely fine to say no.
Vanessa_M, Dec 2022
The cultural knowledge provided by the tour guides was amazing. Beautiful pyramids and Mayan artifacts from local vendors.
Nice experience but a bit too rushed due to large amount of tourists visiting the site. Go early or rent a car if you want to really enjoy this experience.
Geoffrey_R, Oct 2022
Well worth the visit and quite amazing to learn how a civilization was able to construct such fantastic structures....
Joe_F, Sep 2022
Chichen Itza was stunning and it was made really by the four guys who ran the tour. The amount of information that was given was great and helped the journey to Chichen Itza go quickly. I would have liked a bit more time at the cenote but it was beautiful and we had to work with a time so understandable. Would highly recommend this tour as it is great value for money.
Hiren_D, Jul 2022
Enjoyable trip. Tour guide was informative but tended to mix Spanish and English when touring which did made it difficult to follow. Maybe say one language first? Absolutely no issues with timetable, reasonable and fair. If you are selecting the classic (cheaper option) then make sure you carry ample snacks as you get one lunch meal inclusive. Lots of eateries options at every stop.
Terry_E, Jun 2022
We really enjoyed this tour and thought it was well worth the money. We were staying at a downtown airbnb so they messaged on Whatsapp and gave us the nearest hotel pick up.
The tour guides were funny and gave a lot of good information about the itinerary and during the tour. One guide did it in English, the other in Spanish. Chichen Itza was very interesting to see, the lunch taco buffet was small but tasty, the Samaal Cenote was refreshing and Valladolid was a quick stop to get a dessert (marquesitas!!!) and watch the local dancers for a few minutes. We had a great time. You can pay the Chichen Itza entry fees at check-in in dollars or pesos. Bring a couple bottles of water for Chichen Itza and cash for drinks at lunch, spending and tips and you should be all set!
Sara_D, Jun 2022
The excursions was good. The cenote and Valladolid stops whore a little unecessary as it was a little rushed. It would be better to only do Chichen Itza and make it a shorter excursion. Overall very nice and informative guides
Carolyn_M, Apr 2022
It was a beautiful experience!! Jesus, the archeologist, Francisco and Lorenzo the drivers, did a phenomenal job. I enjoyed learning the History, and culture of the Mayan people. We were able to see how the locals live and the different architecture of various time span, such as colonial period, etc. The Cenote was an experience. It was beautiful just to see it live and in person. Jesus who is an Mayan, had so much knowledge, broke everything down that even a child can understand. We were able to see an Obsidian rock and also meet with a Native Mayan Doctor/Medicine Man/Shaman. The guides took really good care of us and made us aware of what and where we should go. I felt very safe....It is a full day event that is so worth it. You will not be disappointed with this team. You will have an unforgettable experience.
HeatherMaria_M, Apr 2022
The family enjoyed a day with Victor as their guide. With Chichen Itza, Valladolid, and the Cenote what else could you ask for?!
BRIAN_M, Feb 2022
Buttholes never showed at designated meeting spot. Out $10 for cab to meeting spot and 2 hours of sleep. No call no txt no email that they were going to no show us. Ruined our plans for Valentines Day
Nicole_D, Jan 2022
This tour was incredible, i'm surprised it doesn't have more reviews to be honest. The guides Adrian and Victor were amazing, they explained everything in detail and threw in lots of jokes and humour. We had plenty of time to explore Chichn Itza and the Cenote, and the guide was so knowledgeable. I was travelling alone and also made some new friends on this tour. Pick up was exactly at the time mentioned, and they dropped me off right outside my hotel. Adrian even walked me across the road to make sure I got safely to my hotel. Honestly, the guides went above and beyond, even remembering all guests by their name! Can't recommend this enough!
Osvaldo_N, Aug 2021
Amazing!! I recomended, the guide was ver good. the tour was wonderful and the pyramids most are indescribable. the guide who accompanied us to the pyramids was wonderful and explained everything very calmly. the cenote is beautiful and I recommend a visit.
VoidedCity, Mar 2020
This was a great tour! Picked up by a shuttle from my AirBnB and was driven to Plaza Isla where we got our wristbands and where we also boarded our tour bus!
Our tour guides Ramon (if I remember correctly) and Mina were great and sweet. They told us a lot about Mayan culture, language, food, and drinks.
Mina was also very accommodating and made sure our entire experience was excellent.
We first went to Cenote Suytun and then had the Mayan lunch buffet before stopping by Valladolid for 15 minutes to stretch, use the bathroom, and take pictures of the colonial Church.
In Chichen Itza, Ramon led the English tour while Mina led the Spanish tour for 40 minutes. We were given almost 1 hour of free time!
We were driven back to Cancun and some people including myself had to switch to a different van since our AirBnB and hotels were away from the Hotel Zone.
Excellent experience.
Brittany_B, Mar 2020
Everything was awesome!! I would definitely book again and tell all my friends to book this excursion. I was highly satisfied
Sabine_M, Nov 2019
I chose Chitzen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid tour To discover a bit of Mexico. What a disappointment!
My trip started with an on time pick up with a van, which was good. Then we went to a place to take a coach and then to a meeting point, from where we departed at 09h00am..so far so good.
Unfortunately after that started the terrible of the tour...I went To a coach, where there were a guide which name is Gonzalo..he spent his time asking about money; I even call that "moaning". I do not want to offend anyone however it is unacceptable To spend most of time resquesting money to support mayas, To support the guide, to support local population and so on. Gonzalo has no idea about how hard I work to pay my holiday and I am not a bank! There are not only Mayas population who are still discriminated, but also Black people! And do we ask for any support? It is not normal To hear, " in the USA the minimum salary is $15 while in Mexico it is $06"..It is also not normal To hear here in Mexico there are 5 social classes: rich and very rich then poor and very poor and in between you have the guides..also it is not my problem how long the guides work per day: 16 or 17 hours per day. We spent our day hearing such things while Gonzalo also told us that the worst thing of this world is jalousy..Did he want To make me Feel bad as I am a tourist?
Regarding the food, it was very bad quality. The cenote was also not terrible.
When arriving in Chitzen Itza, we were with an other guide who has a very difficult english.
What is more, I also remember Gonzalo requesting tips at the end or the day saying that he will not pass a box over the bus for the tips but that he will collect the tips in hands at our exit...that's a such same! This is forcing people To give.. I already pay my tour and Chitzen itza and I must pay again the guide and his family and Mexico and so on...:(
The worst is that I hear Thank you for the tips..God Bless You..our house will be always open for you. Do not listen what you hear on the news regarding Mexico..Well.. my experience in Mexico was Just horrendous, much more than what I heard on the TV..I Will personally not invite people to travel to Mexico.
Finally Gonzalo told us that about 3 months ago a man came to him saying that he is talking too much, the man explained to him that he was on this tour only To take pics..that he does not care about all of his talking..Apparently Gonzalo remained without any voice, as he was "frozen". Respect our holiday!
Carmen_P, Aug 2023
Muy recomendable este tour, desde el conductor hasta los guías se esmeran en brindar una experiencia única. El cenote que visitamos muy hermoso, la ciudad de Valladolid pintoresca y espectacular Chichén Itzá. Imperdible si visitas Cancún. Atención con las tiendas y ventas que ofrecen, los precios me parecen muy inflados, lo comento para que no paguen sobreprecios, lo mismo lo consigues por la mitad en otros lugares. Por lo demás hermosa experiencia
RosaMaria_M, Jul 2023
O guia era maravilhoso, tinha muito conhecimento e era muito divertido. Fomos almoçar, depois para chichen itza, para o cenote e para Valladolid. Começamos o passeio as 7 e terminamos 20:30 hs. Vale muito a pena!
AntiaNue_F, Feb 2023
Me han cobrado una entrada de más a Chichen Itza (683pesos) cuando para mi sería gratis. Tanto por ser estudiante como por ser residente mexicana e ir en domingo
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