The star of the show, Chichén Itzá, is an ancient Mayan site that dates back to the 5th century. Over the years, it’s become a symbol of the Maya’s military might and serves as a reminder of its political and economic importance.
Explore Chichén Itzá on a well-planned day trip from Tulum, with round-trip transfers directly from your hotel, a visit to Valladolid and a cenote, and a delectable Mexican buffet lunch.
Distance from Tulum: 152.5km
Travel time: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes by AC coach/bus
Tour duration: 11-13 hours
Meeting/drop-off point: Transfers directly from your hotel in Tulum
Key attractions you’ll cover: Chichén Itzá, Valladolid, and a hidden cenote
Your tour begins at around 7am with a pick-up from your hotel in Tulum in a comfortable AC coach. This means you won’t have to hail a cab to a shared meeting point.
This iconic step pyramid dominates the site, perfectly aligned with the sun during equinoxes, when a shadow forms the illusion of a serpent descending the stairs. It’s a brilliant representation of the Maya’s astronomical genius.
The Temple of the Warriors features carved columns depicting warriors and the famed Chac Mool statue. It symbolizes ritual sacrifice and the city’s militaristic might during the Toltec-Maya period.
This is the largest and best-preserved Mesoamerican ball court. Players competed in ritual games that symbolized cosmic battles between life and death. The courts' acoustics remain remarkably intact today.
The cenote is a natural sinkhole once used for ceremonial offerings and sacrifices to the rain god Chaac. Archaeologists have uncovered gold, jade, and human remains at its depths.
The El Caracol was a circular tower used by Mayan astronomers to track celestial movements. It showcased their advanced understanding of the stars and planets centuries ahead of their time.
Your guide on your day trip will be bilingual, offering commentary in both Spanish and English.
The day trips from Tulum to Chichén Itzá are not recommended for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.
Your day trip begins with pick-ups from your hotel in Tulum in a comfortable AC coach. You’ll then head to Chichén Itzá for a guided tour, before visiting the colonial city of Valladolid for some free time. Next, you’ll visit a hidden cenote where you can take a refreshing dip and enjoy an authentic Mexican buffet lunch, before making your way back to Tulum.
Yes, your tour is inclusive of all local taxes for your visit to Chichén Itzá. However, if you want to take a dip in the cenote, you’ll need to pay for the life vest rental (US$9) on the day of the tour.
Yes, your tour includes an authentic Mexican buffet lunch, so you won’t need to bring any food of your own. You can also grab a bite at the stalls outside Chichén Itzá or from the several cafes you’ll find in Valladolid.
Unfortunately, accessories like drones, tripods, and selfie sticks are not allowed. However, you can snap pictures for personal use along the way.
Your transfers throughout your day trip from Tulum to Chichén Itzá will be via an AC coach, ensuring comfort and peace of mind at all times.
A UNESCO-listed Mayan site, a hidden cenote & Valladolid’s charm in an intimate setting.
Inclusions
Guided tour of Chichén Itzá
Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned van
Pick-up and drop-off directly at your hotel
Free time in Valladolid
A dip in a sacred cenote
Authentic Mexican lunch and snacks
All entrance fees (including local taxes and entrance fees to the cenote)
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
