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Chichen Itza, Ek Balam & Cenote: Small Group Day Tour★ 4.69 (193) · 12h
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Ek Balam Mayan Ruins & Cenote Swim: Guide, Meal & Cultural Stop★ 4.05 (41) · 10h
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Valladolid: Rio Lagartos Boat Tour & Ek Balam Ruins Day Trip★ 4.93 (160) · 10h
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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.
Ek Balam, Valladolid & Cenote Private Tour from MeridaThis private tour from Merida combines the ancient Mayan ruins of Ek Balam, the colonial city of Valladolid, and a cenote swim with traditional Yucatan lunch. A bilingual guide picks you up at your hotel, handles transportation, and leads the route over 8 to 10 hours at your own pace. The tour includes lunch, drinks on board, and entry to all three stops.Is it for me?This is a private tour, so the route and pace are yours alone—no group schedule, no waiting for others to finish. It suits travelers who want to explore Ek Balam and Valladolid without the structure of a fixed itinerary, and who value the flexibility to linger at the Acropolis or spend extra time in the colonial streets if something catches their eye.
Private Tour to Ek Balam, Cenote Hubiku & ValladolidA private 10-hour tour from Valladolid visits Ek Balam archaeological site, the colonial city of Valladolid, and Cenote Hubiku for swimming, with a guide in English or Spanish, hotel pickup, lunch and all admission fees included. The ruins stay uncrowded because Ek Balam draws far fewer visitors than Chichén Itzá, and the cenote's 27-meter depth and circular vault create a natural light show at midday when sun beams through the roof opening onto crystalline water. A moderate level of fitness is needed for climbing and walking.Is it for me?The private vehicle and guide mean you don't need a rental car or a Spanish phrase book to navigate between three sites in a single day — pickup from your hotel settles the logistics, and the guide handles timing so the cenote's noon light show aligns with your arrival.
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LDS Ek Balam & Cenote Hubiku Tour: Book of Mormon InsightsIf you're looking for more than just sightseeing, this tour brings ancient history and scripture together in a way that's personal and real. You'll climb temples at Ek Balam with an LDS guide who connects every detail to your faith—and then unwind with local food and a swim in one of Yucatán's most beautiful cenotes.
Ek Balam Ruins Tour with Cenote & Valladolid: Climb the AcropolisA private guided tour of the Ek Balam archaeological site with a certified bilingual guide, followed by a swim at Cenote Saamal in Hacienda Selva Maya and a stop in the colonial city of Valladolid. You climb the main pyramid, walk the Ball Court and Mayan Arch, eat a traditional Yucatan lunch, and spend eight to ten hours with your own guide and transportation included. The tour suits travelers who want to move at their own pace through three distinct stops without arranging logistics themselves.Is it for me?Book this if you want one guide devoted to you alone for the full day, moving between three sites (archaeological site, Valladolid, cenote) on your own schedule rather than waiting for a group to keep pace.
Ek Balam Tours — what to know before booking
This guide compares 8 bookable options for Ek Balam Tours, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 149. The average rating is 4.7 out of 5, based on 544 traveler reviews.
7 of the 8 options offer free cancellation. 3 private experiences are also available for closed groups. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Ek Balam Tours cost?
Prices start at US$ 149. There are 8 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 7 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Chichen Itza, Ek Balam & Cenote: Small Group Day Tour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 193 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
