Chichén Itzá & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip from Cancún, Cancun

Our guides Marcela and Omar were very professional and knowledgeable, and their explanations were excellent. The transpo...

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Discover the rich Maya legacy of Chichén Itzá on this excursion from Cancún. You'll also visit the stunning Chichikan cenote and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the beautiful town of Valladolid.

Details

Duration

12 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus
English and Spanish–speaking guide
Ticket to the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá
Ticket to Chichikan Cenote
Buffet lunch (if selecting hotel pickup)
Tequila tasting

Not included

Chichén Itzá tax: 697MXN for non–local adults, 315MXN for Mexican adults
Obligatory life jacket rental: 100MXN per person

When to book

You can book up to 1 hour in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Accessible only for folding chairs.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

9.1

Exceptional 27,385 Travelers·2,094 reviews

August 27, 2026
Sonia
Madrid, Spain
Our guides Marcela and Omar were very professional and knowledgeable, and their explanations were excellent. The transportation was also perfect for a...
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October 13, 2026
José Manuel
Bilbao, Spain
We went with two small children, so I had my doubts about how we would manage such a long excursion. But it was great. The cenote is very well maintai...
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October 6, 2026
John Italo
São Paulo, Brazil
Buy without fear!!! What a wonderful tour, especially because of the guides, and they assigned one just for me and my friend. Audomaro Puerto is a wel...
With friends
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September 12, 2026
Beatriz Bonilla Vidal
Spain
My husband and I went on the excursion and we both loved all three places: the cenote, Chichen Itza, and Valladolid. But what we appreciated most was ...
As a couple
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August 24, 2026
Alejandra
New York, United States
Marcela and Juan took us through the Maya history with their explanations in both English and Spanish, which were very clear and open to all questions...
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August 13, 2026
Maria Jose
Spain
A very well-organized and comprehensive activity. We took the Chichen Itza excursion first thing in the morning (5 am) and it was a great choice. Our ...
As a couple
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August 3, 2026
Gabriel
A Coruña, Spain
Juam, Paul, and Jorge were wonderful hosts. Changing the order of our visits allowed us to enjoy the sites much more. We started at the cenote to begi...
With friends
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July 23, 2026
Andrea
Italy
Everything was great. The driver (Manuel) and guide (Rodrigo) were truly professional. The bus picked us up from the hotel on time. The bus was comfor...
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July 22, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
I loved it! Our guides Rodrigo and Frank were the best! They explained all the Mayan history in a very engaging and interesting way. Plus, Manuel, the...
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July 18, 2026
Gerard
Barcelona, Spain
Great tour! Our guide Kevin is a 10/10: friendly, bilingual, and explains everything very well. Excellent value for money; it's well worth it for ever...
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Day Trip Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up at your chosen meeting point or your hotel in Cancún.

We'll start our day trip by visiting Chichén Itzá, the sacred site of the Maya in Yucatán. Once there, we'll begin to uncover the enigmas hidden in the pyramid of Kukulkán. During the solstice, part of the monument is illuminated and another part is in the shadow, which shows the advances in astronomical knowledge in the Precolombine period. We'll reach the base of the pyramid to see its steep steps up close, which make it a unique site. Did you know that it was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007?

Continuing our tour, we'll visit the Chichén Itzá temples, one of the most spectacular being the Temple of the Warriors, decorated with images of war and guarded by a forest of columns, custodians of Chac Mool, the god of rain.

After visiting the archeological site, we'll head to the Chichikan cenote to take a dip. Then, we'll enjoy a buffet-style lunch (if booking the day trip with hotel pickup) in the area and enjoy a tequila tasting.

Lastly, we'll embark on a scenic tour of Valladolid, a beautiful town in Yucatán where you'll learn the history of the Iglesia de San Servacio, the Palacio Municipal, and the Mercado Municipal.

Finally, we'll head back to the meeting points in Cancún, arriving 12-13 hours after initial pickup.

Important Info

Due to the current situation, the visit to Valladolid will be 25 minutes long, during which we'll visit the church of San Servacio, the Municipal Palace, and the Municipal Market by bus. In turn, time at the cenote will be extended.

During the visit to the archaeological complex of Chichén Itzá, you must be accompanied by a guide at all times, as self-guided visits are not permitted.

Valladolid may be closed due to special events. If this is the case, you'll spend more time doing the other activities.

Pickup Points

The trip includes pickup from the following meeting points between 5 am and 8 am:

Bus stop at the Villas del Rey Go Mart supermarket (in front of the Crown Paradise Club Cancún Hotel)
Bus stop at the Presidente Intercontinental
Bus stop at the Oasis Smart Hotel

The exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before the tour.

Hotel Pickup

If you prefer, you can also choose the option that includes pickup from the following hotels in Cancún and Costa Mujeres:

Hotels with pickup in Cancún

Entrance Fee

People with disabilities and Mexican citizens have a discount on the Chichén Itzá tax upon presentation of the corresponding accreditation on the day of the tour. The discount will not be applicable without the official ID.

Please note that this discount only applies to:

Mexicans over 60 years old
Retired Mexicans and pensioners
Mexican teachers and students
Mexican researchers
Mexicans under 12 years of age
Disabled people of any nationality

Itinerary Adjustments

Please note that, due to traffic, the order of the visits described in the itinerary may change.

9.1

Exceptional 27,385 Travelers·2,094 reviews

August 27, 2026
Sonia
Madrid, Spain
Our guides Marcela and Omar were very professional and knowledgeable, and their explanations were excellent. The transportation was also perfect for a...
With friends
Is this useful?
October 13, 2026
José Manuel
Bilbao, Spain
We went with two small children, so I had my doubts about how we would manage such a long excursion. But it was great. The cenote is very well maintai...
Is this useful?
October 6, 2026
John Italo
São Paulo, Brazil
Buy without fear!!! What a wonderful tour, especially because of the guides, and they assigned one just for me and my friend. Audomaro Puerto is a wel...
With friends
Is this useful?
September 12, 2026
Beatriz Bonilla Vidal
Spain
My husband and I went on the excursion and we both loved all three places: the cenote, Chichen Itza, and Valladolid. But what we appreciated most was ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 24, 2026
Alejandra
New York, United States
Marcela and Juan took us through the Maya history with their explanations in both English and Spanish, which were very clear and open to all questions...
Is this useful?
August 13, 2026
Maria Jose
Spain
A very well-organized and comprehensive activity. We took the Chichen Itza excursion first thing in the morning (5 am) and it was a great choice. Our ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 3, 2026
Gabriel
A Coruña, Spain
Juam, Paul, and Jorge were wonderful hosts. Changing the order of our visits allowed us to enjoy the sites much more. We started at the cenote to begi...
With friends
Is this useful?
July 23, 2026
Andrea
Italy
Everything was great. The driver (Manuel) and guide (Rodrigo) were truly professional. The bus picked us up from the hotel on time. The bus was comfor...
As a couple
Is this useful?
July 22, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
I loved it! Our guides Rodrigo and Frank were the best! They explained all the Mayan history in a very engaging and interesting way. Plus, Manuel, the...
Is this useful?
July 18, 2026
Gerard
Barcelona, Spain
Great tour! Our guide Kevin is a 10/10: friendly, bilingual, and explains everything very well. Excellent value for money; it's well worth it for ever...
As a couple
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Day Trip Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up at your chosen meeting point or your hotel in Cancún.

Finally, we'll head back to the meeting points in Cancún, arriving 12-13 hours after initial pickup.

Important Info

During the visit to the archaeological complex of Chichén Itzá, you must be accompanied by a guide at all times, as self-guided visits are not permitted.

Valladolid may be closed due to special events. If this is the case, you'll spend more time doing the other activities.

Pickup Points

The trip includes pickup from the following meeting points between 5 am and 8 am:

Bus stop at the Villas del Rey Go Mart supermarket (in front of the Crown Paradise Club Cancún Hotel)
Bus stop at the Presidente Intercontinental
Bus stop at the Oasis Smart Hotel

The exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before the tour.

Hotel Pickup

If you prefer, you can also choose the option that includes pickup from the following hotels in Cancún and Costa Mujeres:

Hotels with pickup in Cancún

Entrance Fee

Please note that this discount only applies to:

Mexicans over 60 years old
Retired Mexicans and pensioners
Mexican teachers and students
Mexican researchers
Mexicans under 12 years of age
Disabled people of any nationality

Itinerary Adjustments

Please note that, due to traffic, the order of the visits described in the itinerary may change.

Chichén Itzá & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip