Cancun: Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Lunch

Mayan Ruins Day Trip from Cancún or Riviera Maya

This full-day guided tour explores the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage site near Cancún, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Explore the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World
• Swim in a cenote, a natural underground sinkhole
• Enjoy a Mexican buffet lunch and tequila tasting (included in VIP/All-Inclusive options)
• Learn about Mayan culture from an expert guide
• Visit Valladolid’s colonial streets and historical landmarks

Description

Experience the ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá on a guided tour including optional hotel transfers from Cancún or Riviera Maya. Discover key sites such as the Pyramid of Kukulcán and the observatory El Caracol, while hearing detailed accounts of their historical significance.

Learn about Chichén Itzá’s role as a major pilgrimage center between 600 AD and 1200 AD. After the ruins, visit a sacred cenote for a refreshing swim. VIP and All-Inclusive options include a Mexican buffet lunch and tequila tasting. The tour concludes with a visit to Valladolid, known for its 16th-century Convent of San Bernardino and the baroque San Gervasio Cathedral.

Includes

• Professional certified guide
• Panoramic visit of Valladolid
• Access to cenote with restroom and dressing rooms
• Tequila tasting
• Mexican buffet lunch (VIP/All-Inclusive options only)
• Hotel or meeting point pickup (depending on option)
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Guided tour of archaeological sites

Excludes

• Admission fees to archaeological sites: 41 USD (included in All-Inclusive option)
• Life vest and locker rental at the cenote (included in All-Inclusive option)
• Drinks (one included in All-Inclusive option)

Important Information

• The entrance fee of 41 USD must be paid on the day of the tour unless you selected the All-Inclusive option.
• Guided tour at Chichén Itzá is in the language chosen; transport commentary will be bilingual.
• Mexican residents (children, students, teachers) receive discounted entrance upon ID presentation.
• The Mexican buffet lunch is not included in the Standard Tour option.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, swimwear for the cenote, sun protection, and water. Early booking is recommended, especially in high season.