4 starting points available
1. Crown Paradise
2. InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort
3. Smart Cancun
4. Hotels in Cancun or Riviera Maya
221 km
2 hours 52 minutes
1
Chichén Itzá
150 min
3 attractions
Tickets included
Nearby things to do
3.4 km
4 minutes
2
Sacred Cenote
150 min
Tickets included
This isn’t just any swimming hole—cenotes were sacred to the Mayans, believed to be gateways to the afterlife. With crystal-clear water and dramatic limestone formations, it’s an otherworldly experience. Take a swim and float beneath vines and sunlight streaming through ancient caves.
Mexican buffet lunch
Lunch
A feast of authentic Mexican flavors, this buffet lets you sample regional specialties made with fresh, local ingredients. From slow-cooked cochinita pibil to handmade tortillas and zesty salsas, you get to build your own perfect plate.
42 km
40 minutes
3
Valladolid
30 min
1 attractions
Free Admission
A charming colonial town with colorful streets, Valladolid is a perfect place to experience authentic Yucatán culture, from its bustling markets to its historical architecture.
Shop in Local Markets
Local markets in Valladolid are perfect for picking up handmade hammocks, embroidered dresses, and Mayan chocolate. Yucatán embroidery is a centuries-old craft, each piece taking weeks to complete, its so iconic that it was also featured in Pixar's Coco.
140 km
1 hour 40 minutes
4
4 ending points available
1. Crown Paradise
2. InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort
3. Smart Cancun
4. Hotels in Cancun or Riviera Maya
Go beyond the guidebook—see Yucatán’s top spots with stories only experts know!
Go beyond the guidebook—see Yucatán’s top spots with stories only experts know!
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It was a super complete experience, Rodolfo and Kevin were an extraordinary team and we were able to learn a lot about the Mayan culture. The whole tour is totally worth it because it presents a lot of variety and cultural learning.
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The driver, Jesus, was partcularly skilled. The ride was perfect for such a long journey. Both Frank and Mayo were nice and informative I had a great time!
Kevin's work and energy, the quality of the bus journey and the plan for the day. Could be better the star of the day in Playa del Carmen (point zero)
Our group did not like the hidden costs and prefer transparency with the total cost including Chichen Itza fee, taxes, life jackets and locker. Your website said the life jackets was optional but it was mandatory when we got there. We didn't want to swim and only want to walk down to the cenote but was told we can't since we didn't pay for the jackets. We felt we didn't get our money's worth. The buffet was ok and thought it was mostly inexpensive ingredients was served. If they had sold the tequilas in smaller bottles (less than 3 oz) we would have bought them as samples.
Great tour and guide Jonny Cash and driver Jonathan
Excellent Guide. Very well priced
Views were breathtaking and the tour guide Ramiro was awesome. A huge thank you to Ramiro and Kevin and Julio
Very nice tour, The guide Rodrigo was really good
5 starting points available
1. Cancun Pick-up Point - Crown Paradise
2. Cancun Pick-Up Point - Presidente Intercontinental
3. Cancun Pick-Up Point - Oasis Smart Hotel
4. Cancun Hotel Pick-Up Point
5. Playa del Carmen Pick-Up Point
1
Ek Balam
90 min
Tickets included
71 km
70 minutes
2
Chichén Itzá
120 min
Tickets included
51 km
45 minutes
3
Cenote Chichikan, Valladolid
180 min
Tickets included
Enjoy a buffet-style lunch, shop, and take a dip in the cenote.
2 hours
4
5 ending points available
1. Cancun Pick-up Point - Crown Paradise
2. Cancun Pick-Up Point - Presidente Intercontinental
3. Cancun Pick-Up Point - Oasis Smart Hotel
4. Cancun Hotel Pick-Up Point
5. Playa del Carmen Pick-Up Point
Discover two iconic Mayan sites, a cenote swim, and lunch—history, adventure, and culture in one day!
Discover two iconic Mayan sites, a cenote swim, and lunch—history, adventure, and culture in one day!
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4 starting points available
1. Crown Paradise
2. InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort
3. Shared Meeting Point: Smart Cancun
4. Hotel in Cancun or Playa del Carmen
221 km
2 hours 52 minutes
1
Chichén Itzá
150 min
3 attractions
Tickets included
Nearby things to do
3.4 km
4 minutes
2
4 ending points available
1. Crown Paradise
2. InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort
3. Shared Meeting Point: Smart Cancun
4. Hotel in Cancun or Playa del Carmen
Explore Chichén Itzá early in the morning with a bilingual guide—beat the crowds and midday heat.
Explore Chichén Itzá early in the morning with a bilingual guide—beat the crowds and midday heat.
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The tour guide and driver were amazing, Francisco and Santos, and the tour itself was fun! The only downside was the pickup time, calling it a sunrise tour, but arriving 2 hours after sunrise was underwhelming. Other than that everything was great
You’ll find regular ADO buses from major cities like Cancun, Merida, and Valladolid. You'll find a bus departing Cancun downtown at 8:45am and arriving at Chichén Itzá at around 11:30 - 11:50am.
If you choose guided Chichén Itzá tours, you’ll get the benefit of round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned bus, so you won’t have to worry about getting to Chichén Itzá on your own.
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Your tour to Chichén Itzá from Cancun offers a full-day adventure to one of the most famous Mayan archaeological sites in Mexico. Depending on the tour you choose, you could get entry to another notable archaeological site besides Chichén Itzá, round-trip transfers from a shared meeting point or your hotel, access to a sacred cenote, and an expert English or Spanish-speaking guide.
The journey from Cancun to Chichén Itzá takes about 2 to 3 hours by road, depending on traffic and the type of tour you choose.
The opening hours of Chichén Itzá are 8am to 5pm. Last entry to the site is at 4pm. However, keep in mind that if you choose a guided tour, you’ll likely be picked up much earlier in the morning. The pick-up time will be confirmed 24 hours before the tour.
Yes, if your guided tour also includes a pit stop at a cenote, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy a swim. The cenote is also where you’ll get to enjoy a buffet of delectable Mexican dishes for lunch.
Yes! All the tours depart early morning and return to Cancun by evening, making it the perfect day trip.