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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid: Small Group Day Trip★ 4.95 (2,210) · 10h
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Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid: Guided Day Trip with Lunch★ 4.54 (235) · 12h
Top rated
Chichen Itza, Cenote Suytun & Valladolid: Private Day Trip with Lunch★ 5.00 (243) · 7h–8h
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✓ 2026-09-29Real price per person across the 27 options: US$ 25–US$ 493 (median US$ 125). With an extra fee to pay on site: 19 of 27. With 100+ reviews: 17 of 27.
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Private experiences (4)
Chichen Itza & Valladolid: Private Day Trip with Cenote SwimYou’ll start your private day trip from your hotel before sunrise for early access to Chichen Itza with a certified guide—no crowds or lines. Stroll through colorful Valladolid and taste real Yucatecan food before cooling off in a hidden cenote near town. This isn’t rushed or crowded; it’s just you, your guide, and time to actually take it all in.
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid: Private VW Beetle Day TripYou’ll ride in a vintage VW Beetle from Cancun or Playa del Carmen, explore Chichen Itza with a private guide who’s also your photographer, swim in a cenote you help choose, eat local food (your way), and stroll through Valladolid’s lively streets before heading home with memories—and free photos—that actually feel personal.
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam: Private Day Trip with Cenote SwimYou’ll wake up early for Chichen Itza before crowds arrive, climb Ek Balam’s pyramid above jungle treetops, taste Yucatecan flavors over lunch in Valladolid, and cool off swimming in a freshwater cenote—all with private transport and a local guide who keeps things real.
Chichen Itza & Cenote Dos Ojos from Tulum: Private day tripA private day trip from Tulum visits Chichen Itza, the Maya archaeological site, then stops in the colonial town of Valladolid before ending at Cenote Dos Ojos, where you swim in clear groundwater inside a natural sinkhole. The tour includes hotel pickup, a live guide in English, Spanish or Italian, all entrance fees, lunch and 11 hours of transport and time at each stop. Service animals are welcome, and specialized infant seats are available.Is it for me?This is a private tour, so the guide, timing and stops are yours alone—not shared with other travelers. Choose it if you want to move at your own pace through Chichen Itza, spend as much time as you want at the cenote, and avoid the logistics of renting a car or booking separate guides and transport. The 11-hour commitment means a full day away from your hotel, but it covers three distinct stops and returns you by evening.
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Chichen Itza & Cenote Nool-Ha Day Trip from CancunYou start at Chichen Itza with a bilingual guide who walks you through the Pyramid of Kukulcan and other major structures, then move to a regional buffet lunch and a local stone workshop in Kaua. After that, you swim in the clear waters of Cenote Nool-Ha, surrounded by natural rock formations, and finish with a 30-minute walk through the colonial town of Valladolid. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with two water bottles and a life vest for the cenote.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Chichen Itza, swim in a cenote, and explore a colonial town without arranging transport, entry fees, or timing between sites yourself — the guide and driver handle all of it, and the fixed itinerary fits four destinations into one day.
Chichen Itza & Coba Day Trip with Cenote Swim & PickupYou’ll start early with hotel pickup and beat the crowds at Coba’s quiet ruins, then explore Chichen Itza with a guide before wandering on your own. Cool off swimming in a cenote where sunlight cuts through stone, then share lunch over local flavors. End your day in Valladolid’s plaza—still thinking about all those moments long after you’re home.
Chichen Itza & Izamal Day Trip from Merida with Cenote SwimYou get picked up from your Merida hotel, spend two hours at Chichen Itza with a certified guide, swim in Cenote Ik Kil with life jacket and locker included, eat a buffet lunch at a hacienda, and walk the yellow streets of Izamal before returning to Merida by 7:30pm. Transport, cenote entry, lunch and drinks are all covered; Chichen Itza entrance is paid on arrival.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Chichen Itza, swim in a cenote, and explore Izamal without arranging transport or timing yourself—the twelve-hour day is what makes all three stops possible in one trip. Plan for a full day out and bring a towel; that's what the schedule gives you in return.
Chichen Itza, Cenote Swim & Izamal Day Trip from MeridaYou’ll start early from Mérida for quiet time at Chichen Itza before crowds arrive, then cool off with a swim in a sacred cenote (don’t forget your swimsuit). Lunch is a buffet of Yucatecan favorites before you stroll through Izamal’s golden streets and climb its ancient pyramid. Expect real stories from your guide and small surprises along the way.
Chichen Itza & Cenote Maya Day Trip with Valladolid StopYou’ll walk among Chichen Itza’s ancient pyramids with a local guide, swim in Cenote Maya’s cool blue water at Hacienda Oxman, enjoy a regional buffet lunch, and have free time to explore Valladolid’s colorful streets—each moment feels lived-in and real.
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & LunchYou’ll wander Chichen Itza’s ancient stones with a local guide, swim in Saamal Cenote’s cool waters, climb Ek Balam’s Acropolis for wild jungle views, and share a Yucatecan lunch with your group. Expect honest stories, small surprises, and moments that stay with you long after you’ve rinsed off the cenote water.
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid: Guided Day Trip with LunchYou’ll swim in a crystal-clear cenote, walk among Chichen Itza’s ancient ruins with a local guide, enjoy regional dishes at lunch, and explore colonial Valladolid’s colorful streets. Expect small surprises—like laughter echoing off stone or sharing stories over food—that stick with you long after you’re home.
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & LunchYou’ll walk among ancient pyramids at Chichen Itza and Ek Balam with a local guide who brings Mayan stories to life, cool off in a crystal-clear cenote surrounded by jungle sounds, and share a hearty Yucatecan lunch with your group. Expect moments of awe—and maybe even silence—you’ll carry home with you.
Chichen Itza day trip from Cancun: Pyramid, cenote, ValladolidThis guided day trip from Cancun takes you to Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven New Wonders of the World, where you explore the Pyramid of Kukulcan and the Ball Game with an expert guide, then swim in a sacred cenote before heading to Valladolid's cobblestone streets. The tour runs 12 hours with roundtrip hotel pickup, a professional guide in your chosen language, and your choice of a Mexican buffet lunch and tequila tasting depending on which option you select. The Chichen Itza entrance tax (44 USD) is paid on the day of the tour unless you book the All Inclusive option.Is it for me?Choose the All Inclusive option if you want the entrance tax and life jacket included in one price; pick the VIP option if you want lunch without the tax prepaid; go Standard if you prefer to skip the meal and handle the tax separately at the gate. The 12-hour day suits travelers who want the major Mayan site, a cenote swim and a colonial town without splitting the experience across multiple days.
Chichen Itza & Cenote Day Trip from Riviera Maya with LunchYou’ll ride out from Riviera Maya with a small group, guided by locals who know all the little stories behind Chichen Itza’s stones. There’s time for a real Mexican lunch buffet and a swim in a cool cenote before heading home—expect laughter, sunlight, maybe even a new favorite dish if you’re lucky.
Merida: Chichen Itza, Izamal & Cenote Ik Kil Day Trip with LunchYou’ll wander Merida’s golden Izamal streets, swim in Cenote Ik Kil’s cool waters, and explore Chichen Itza with a local guide who brings ancient stories to life. Enjoy regional lunch flavors between stops and catch quieter moments at each site—plus hotel pickup makes it all easy.
Chichen Itza Day Trip from Cancun: Cenote Swim & LunchYou're picked up from your hotel and driven to Chichen Itza with a certified bilingual guide who walks you through the pyramid, ball court, and sacred cenote. After the archaeological zone, you visit Valladolid, then swim in the Tsukan cenote with a lifejacket included. Lunch and one drink are provided. The full day takes around 10–12 hours from pickup to return, with moderate-to-heavy walking on uneven ground.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Chichen Itza highlights in one day without arranging your own transport or entry fees — the guide and itinerary handle the logistics so you just show up and walk through it.
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Izamal: Early Access Day TripYou’ll arrive early at Chichen Itza from Valladolid, skipping lines and crowds for a quieter start among ancient stones. Cool off swimming in a peaceful cenote before tasting homemade Mayan food prepared by local women. Wander through Izamal’s golden streets and meet artisans crafting unique pieces—a day full of small moments you’ll remember long after heading home.
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & LunchYou’ll slip into Chichen Itza before crowds fill the plaza, wander ancient temples with a local guide, swim in Cenote Hubiku’s cool blue water, then climb Ek Balam’s jungle pyramid—all in one day trip from Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya. Expect laughter over spicy Yucatec lunch and moments that stick with you long after you’re home.
Chichén Itzá & Two Cenotes Day Trip from CancúnA 12-hour day trip from Cancún to Chichén Itzá with guided tour of the Mayan ruins, swimming at two cenotes (Suytún and Ik-kil with life jackets provided), and time in colonial Valladolid town. Hotel pickup, bilingual guide, box lunch, bottled water and cenote access are included; the cenotes and Mayan ruins tax is an optional add-on at checkout.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Cancún with a full day free and want to see Chichén Itzá without renting a car — the guide, transport, lunch and life jackets mean you show up at the hotel and everything else is arranged. The two cenotes make it a swim-and-sightsee day rather than ruins-only, so you're in the water twice before heading home.
Chichén Itzá Day Trip: Cenote Oxman & ValladolidA 12-hour guided day trip from the Riviera Maya to Chichén Itzá, Cenote Oxman and Valladolid with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, a certified English or Spanish-speaking guide, and a Mayan buffet lunch. The ruins entry fee (1050 Mexican Pesos) is paid separately at the site. You get an hour of guided exploration at Chichén Itzá followed by free time to wander the plaza and sculptures, then swim in the cenote's freshwater pool, and finish in the colonial city's cobblestone streets and main square.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour with a fixed itinerary and schedule, so it suits travelers who want the logistics arranged and don't mind a full day of driving and stops. If you prefer to linger longer at one site or set your own pace throughout the day, a private tour or self-guided visit would work better.
Chichén Itzá Day Trip from Cancun with Cenote SwimYou visit Chichén Itzá with a guide, then swim in two underground cenotes — Xkekén and Samulá — with time to explore both. Lunch is included as a regional buffet, and the tour finishes with a thirty-minute stop in the colonial town of Valladolid. The whole day runs about ten to eleven hours from Cancun, with hotel pickup included.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see Chichén Itzá and swim in cenotes without arranging transport, tickets, or timing themselves — the fixed schedule fits all three into one day, and the bilingual guide handles the history so you don't have to read plaques.
Chichen Itza Day Trip from Cancun: Cenote & ValladolidThis day trip from Cancun to Chichen Itza includes a guided tour of the archaeological site, a swim in a freshwater cenote, and a stop in the colonial town of Valladolid. A bilingual guide leads the experience, and the journey itself is furnished with an air-conditioned coach, onboard brunch, unlimited beverages and a restroom. The 12-hour itinerary opens with a traditional Yucatecan buffet meal served at the ruins.Is it for me?The bilingual guide speaks English and Spanish, so you follow the commentary about the ruins and the Yucatan's history without needing a separate audio device or translation app. The full-day pace—with onboard meals, a guide-led walk and cenote time—suits travelers who want the major sites and the regional food without building the itinerary themselves.
Chichen Itza & Cenote Ik Kil Day Trip from CancunYou spend three hours exploring Chichen Itza with a certified guide, then swim for two hours in the crystal-clear Cenote Ik Kil, stop in the colonial town of Valladolid, and return with lunch and transport included. Small groups and no commercial stops mean you're not racing through the day or sitting through sales pitches.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Chichen Itza properly without rushing, and you'd rather not arrange your own transport, guide, or figure out timing—the fixed schedule and small group size mean you get the depth without the logistics.
Chichén Itzá & Cenote: Tequila Distillery Day Trip from Playa del CarmenYou start at a working tequila distillery, taste the product, then spend nearly two hours exploring Chichén Itzá's pyramid and stone temples with a guide who knows the history. The day ends with a swim in an underground cenote before returning to Playa del Carmen. Private transport, drinks, and small-group pacing mean you're not managing logistics yourself—just showing up and moving through the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want the major Yucatán highlights—tequila, pyramid, cenote—in one day without arranging transport, entry fees, or timing yourself. The fixed schedule and private vehicle mean you show up and move through the day without managing logistics.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 27 of the 27 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid: Small Group Day Trip is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.95 out of 5 across 2,210 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 4 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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