Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch
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Cancun, Mexico
- 12 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Visit to Chichén Itzá, Cenote, and Valladolid with free time
- Hotel pick up available from Cancún, Rivera Maya, and Playa del Carmen
- Enjoy an included Mexican-inspired buffet lunch
- Choose from different package options when booking
What's Included
- Buffet Lunch with vegetarian options (not included in the Standard Tour)
- Certified guide
- 30 minute stop at Valladolid's Main Square
- Cenote and access to facilities (restrooms, dressing rooms...)
- Hotel pick up or Meeting Point (depends on the option selected)
- Tequila tasting
- Air-conditioned vehicle and Toll Road
- Admission to Chichen Itza
- Admission fees to the archaeological sites tour with meeting point & hotel pick-up$41.00 per person
- Life vest and locker rental at cenote (included in the All-Inclusive option)
- Drinks (one included in the All-Inclusive option)
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.
Itinerary
If you’ve opted for the VIP, deluxe or private tour, your guide will pick you up from most hotels in Cancun and the Riviera Maya; if you haven't, make your way to one of the convenient meeting points.
Arrive at Chichen Itza and have 2–3 hours on site, with a guided tour of the key locations, including El Castillo (the Pyramid of Kukulcan), the Temple of the Warriors, and the ball court, plus free time to explore and take pictures.
Your next stop is a nearby cenote. After swimming in its clear waters, feast on a Mexican buffet (vegetarian options available), then enjoy a tequila tasting hosted by the local community
Next, your guide introduces the highlights of the charming colonial town of Valladolid, leaving time for photos.
Return to your hotel or meeting point around 12 hours after you left.
Arrive at Chichen Itza and have 2–3 hours on site, with a guided tour of the key locations, including El Castillo (the Pyramid of Kukulcan), the Temple of the Warriors, and the ball court, plus free time to explore and take pictures.
Your next stop is a nearby cenote. After swimming in its clear waters, feast on a Mexican buffet (vegetarian options available), then enjoy a tequila tasting hosted by the local community
Next, your guide introduces the highlights of the charming colonial town of Valladolid, leaving time for photos.
Return to your hotel or meeting point around 12 hours after you left.
1
Chichen Itza
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
El Castillo (Pass By)
2
CENOTE CHICHIKAN
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
3
Valladolid
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Iglesia De San Servacio (Pass By)
Plaza e Parque Francisco Canton (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Visitors must pay the admission fees to the archaeological sites (listed in the exclusions). Mexicans, students and teachers have a discount (not applicable without the official identification)
- No cash is accepted for Chichen Itza tax.
- if Valladolid is closed due to special events, you will have extra time in the other activities
- The tour at Chichén Itzá will be split by language. During transport it will be in both languages
- The order of the activities might change due to operational reasons.
- The Standard Tour does not include the buffet lunch in the price.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (4)
Q:What do we need to wear?
A:It is recommended to bring comfortable shoes, swimsuit and towel for swimming in the cenote.
Jul 2019
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Yuke_H
Rodrigo Cat is definitely the best guide I’ve ever had! He is a good storyteller and treat everyone genuinely. The trip is a magic too! The view in the cenote was stunning. Tequila is smooth and tasty. Maya culture is mysterious and amazing. Definitely a trip that will memorize with my heart. Recommend everyone to try it!
Reviews
4.7
based on 16,536 reviews
LINDA_B, Jul 2026
Booked before getting to Mexico to reduce time
Tour advertised was my hotel pick up to be told by tour company Don’t pick up from your hotel
You need yo get taxis group of 6 spoke to viator told they don’t care
Then told place was closed would let us know if opened next day
They ignored my communications to be told midday next day I had a hour to let them know a alternate place was being offered let them know in a hour
Found out that this booking shoukd never happened as chicken itsui been closed since May 11 , not late May from hotel and media reports
Reported to viator not interested still waiting for reply’s
Disappointing with Viator been using 20 years
Troy_F, Jul 2026
Everything went smoothly. Our guides were friendly and fun. They were very knowledgeable and helpful. Chichen Itza and the cenote were fantastic.
Lynette_R, Jul 2026
Super fun! Long day. Pack snacks, water cooler & neck fan. Truly an exceptional experience to see one of the wonders of the world. Amigo Tours was amazing!
Georgi_Y, Jul 2026
Awesome experience. Amazing crew. They gave us all the info and answered all our questions. Big shout out to Pastor and JR. Highly recommend!
Arnaldo_G, Jul 2026
The check mark on Viator said lunch included yet when you get on bus they tell you it’s not included want you to pay for up charge. Also be aware of the taxes that are not included in the price. They will email you a tax for 44 dollars. The driver said we should not have book with Viator if you wanted to eat.. poor customer service and poor deliverance of information. This was the worst experience me and family ever had.. Don’t waste your money .. it’s a money trap
Thiago_L, Jun 2026
Amazing trip! Beto and Ramiro were amazing guides. Beto was especially funny and made the experience even more enjoyable. It was an unforgettable trip and an incredible experience.
Maci_W, Jun 2026
I loved our tour of the cenotes and chichen itza! Our tour guides Victor and Paul were great at answering questions, keeping us on schedule, and taking lots of beautiful photos for us!
Oleksii_K, Jun 2026
It's very long. We were picked up at 5am and returned to hotel at 7pm. Logistics could be better. E.g. on the way there you spend more than 30 mins at the gas station. You get generic experience of Chichenitza for 1.5-2 hrs, a lot of talking, not enough time to explore yourself. Then you go to Cenote, a lot of time is spent with shaman, at the store, tequila, and you barely have time to eat and swim. Cenote is big - Chichikan, but not as spectacular, no blue water. Food is very basic, you have to pay extra for life jackets and drinks. In the morning bus was incredibly cold (like in airplane), by 5 pm you are sweating, so get prepared for all sorts of weather. Valladolid is a waste of time, nothing to see there. If you'd do it by car you'd probably fit everything within 8-10 hrs, not 14 like for us.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Oleksii_K,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We understand that this is a full-day experience, and the total duration, including transportation from the main hotel areas to Chichen Itza, is indicated in the tour description. We carefully balance the itinerary to include Chichen Itza, the cenote, Valladolid, and cultural experiences along the way. Safety equipment, beverages, and other optional services are also clearly listed as not included. We appreciate your comments, as they help us continue improving our guests' experience.
Kind regards,
Amigo Tours Quality Team
Sean_B, Jun 2026
Marcela and Manuel were great guides and we highly recommend them to anyone. We loved our experience.
Julie_B, Jun 2026
The chichen part of the experience was ok but didn’t end up there till 2.30 in the afternoon! When I booked the trip it said best the queues arrive early morning ! Instead we went to the chichen cenote sink hole which was amazing but didn’t warrant 3 hours there and it also stated time for shopping around Valliodiad ! We literally got of the bus and had 30mins! Advised to get a drink or ice cream sit in the famous love seats in the park visit the church it was open but unfortunately because it was all the wrong way round too much time wasted in one place and not enough in the other!
If I’d have known we weren’t going the chichen nitza first I wouldn’t have booked it as we we walking around in 39/40 degree temprature
I wouldn’t recommend this trip although the guide was very knowledgeable we staying in one place for 45 50 mins telling us about different ruins etc instead of directing us to the places and then telling us
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Julie_B,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad to know you enjoyed the cenote and appreciated the knowledge shared by your guide. Please note that the order of the itinerary may vary depending on operational needs, traffic conditions, and crowd management, as indicated in the product description. This flexibility allows us to provide the best possible experience on each day. We appreciate your comments regarding the time spent at each stop and will take them into consideration as we continue improving our tours.
Kind regards,
Amigo Tours Quality Team
Tom_M, Jun 2026
Rodrigo Cat was an amazing tour guide with lots of knowledge of the area and sites. Transportation and time at the sites was all good. I recommend bringing water.
John_F, Jun 2026
Great experience. Very punctual, friendly, very informative. The food was great. Would definitely recommend.
marisa_g, Jun 2026
The tour was great! Easy pickup was a 5 min walk from our hotel. Tour guides took care of our group and everything went smoothly. I did wish to have more time at the ruins to explore on our own, but overall a good experience.
Varun_R, Jun 2026
We had an absolutely amazing time on our Chichen Itza tour, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Pastor. He was fantastic—incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the history and culture of the site. He brought the ancient Mayan world to life with fascinating stories and insights that you just can't get from a guidebook.
The entire tour was well-organized and seamless from start to finish. If you're planning a visit, definitely look for Pastor—he truly made the experience unforgettable. Highly recommended!
larry_s, Jun 2026
Swimming in the Cenote and visiting Chichen Itza was incredible. the buffet lunch was also great. Out guide, Manual, was the most knowlegable and informative tour guide I have ever had! I used to teach about Mayan history. But, Manual taught me things I, previously, did not know.
Damian_P, Jun 2026
Great experience from the moment the lads Juan and Juam collected us, both the temple and the Mayan experience were amazing. Would 100% recommend
Szymon_D, Jun 2026
Ricardo and Alfredo did a great job today.A lot of knowledge about history of Mayans .
Cenotes tequila tasting also good.
Maria_L, Jun 2026
Excellent tour, the assistant of Ricardo (guide) and Jesus (driver) made everything easier, confortable and interesting.
Samantha_R, Jun 2026
What an amazing excursion! Such a wonderful balance of history and fun. Our tour guides, Paul and Pastor, and the driver Jorge, were great hosts. You can tell how passionate and informed they are. Loved learning about the Mayan culture. We did the package that included hotel pickup, locker rental and life jackets. Well priced compared what they charged at the site. Plenty of time at each location without feeling like we were sitting around. Definitely recommend comfy pair of shoes.
Chelsei_M, Jun 2026
We had a wonderful day at Chichén Itzá and the cenote was breathtaking! The problem came in when it was time to head back to our accommodations, our tour guide did not communicate with the driver (who is not at fault here) about our stop which was minutes away from the group split location. We were under the impression the bus would return those farthest away from us and return per the guides announcement but found out almost an hour into the ride there was no plans of turning back. We were then stuck an hour away from our AirBnb for nearly an hour waiting for transport back to our place. So goodbye three hours of fun in Playa! If you book this excursion, be sure to double and triple check your drop off location with the driver specifically. We are very dissatisfied with this experience and hope this company learns from their mistake.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Chelsei_M,
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. After reviewing the situation with our operations team, we understand that this was an isolated misunderstanding regarding the drop-off coordination. We are pleased that the situation was ultimately resolved and that transportation to the correct location could be arranged. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again for a smoother experience in the future.
Greetings from the Amigo Tours Quality Team. Daniela
Kailey_C, Jun 2026
It was an amazing day trip with a fantastic tour guide (Johnny Cash!) that gave us tons of information and history about every place we went!
Fair warning, it is quite a long day!
Alysson_C, Jun 2026
Ricardo was an amazing tour guide! He was very knowledgeable about the history behind the Mayan culture and made the whole tour very engaging. We truly enjoyed this experience and would definitely recommend it to others! His partner Saul was also an amazing driver and we felt very safe during the duration of the trip.
Kevin_L, Jun 2026
I want to start off with that sexy Marcela was hilarious, energetic, passionate and very knowledgeable on everything on the tour and the Mayan culture. If you want to learn all about the city, cenotes and the ruins then I would 100% recommend this tour. Personally I really only enjoyed seeing the Chichén Itzá. I could've skipped or went to a different cenote with better food. The tequila tasting was great. We ended up buying a few bottles. The cenote was beautiful to see, we swam in it for a little bit, but was over it after like 15 minutes. The food at the cenote was alright. They didn't have that much of a variety of food. We only spend 30 minutes in Valladolid which I wished we had more time to explore and try some food out. Most of the time was on the road. Overall I would recommend you take this tour early on your trip and not the end because its about a 10-13 hour day and most of it is on the bus. Give Marcela
Luisa_R, Jun 2026
The Experience was Great our Driver and Guide ( Juan Carlos and Omar) did an excellent job, is an adventure you definitely wont want to miss
Stephanie_Q, Jun 2026
It was a great day trip to a Cenote, small town, and Chichen Itza. We got to pick our pickup spot, included the three stops, AC transportation, lunch, and tequila tasting. Jonny our tour guide and the drive were excellent.
Wieslaw_S, Jun 2026
Nice trip. Worth to book again so I’m writing review to find it on list! I hope organisers don’t change. Best day of whole stay in Yucatan.
Kirsten_S, Jun 2026
12hrs trip turns into 13hrs.. 8am
should be our pick up, were picked up by 8:30am... more waiting for people for pick up and drop off too before and after the trip. Overpriced tour for a not so fun tour, Lunch at chichikan is terrible, no protein to eat, Food was not warm at all also drinks our not included like juices or pop etc. Tequila tasting for 5mins and tequila would cost $100 usd above.. The tour guides were okay, but it was a very long trip with so much expectations that ofcourse did not met.
Glenn_S, Jun 2026
Juam, Juan, and Ivan were excellent. Educational and fun. Lots of well timed jokes and history. 2nd time going. Glad the strike was ended.
Abigail_R, Jun 2026
Beat all the crowds by getting to Chichén Itza early. Marcela and Victor were great tour guides and Marcela knew how to keep a smile on our faces!! Tequila tasting was amazing and cenote swimming was amazing!!
ErnestoA_C, Jun 2026
Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed! Our tour guides Juan and Juam made the experience even better! Can’t forget the awesome bus driver; Carlos! 10/10 Amazing.
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