Chichén Itzá Full-Day Tour with Mayan Buffet, Cenote & Valladolid

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Chichén Itzá in Style: A Great Journey Through Time

Step into the past with our Chichén Itzá tour, where rich history meets effortless travel. Begin your day with stress-free group pick-up and panoramic bus transport through the scenic Yucatán Peninsula, guided by certified experts who bring ancient Maya legends to life.

✨ Indulge in a delicious Mayan buffet lunch, brimming with authentic regional flavors.
️ Explore the iconic Chichén Itzá with an insightful guided tour—plus free time to wander at your own pace.
Take a refreshing dip in the stunning Saamal cenote, a serene natural escape.
️ Discover the colonial charm of Valladolid, with its cobblestone streets and vibrant heritage.

From cultural wonder to natural beauty, every moment is designed for comfort and discovery.

Book your unforgettable Chichén Itzá experience today—where adventure meets legend.

What's Included

  • Brief visit to the historic city of Valladolid, Yucatán
  • Visit to the Cenote “Saamal”, Swimming is allowed
  • Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
  • Drinks in the restaurant or box lunch (This can be added with the pricing options)
  • Taxes in archaeological zone and cenote, and service fee (765 MXN per traveler)
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Meeting and Pickup

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We offer roundtrip transportation (from hotel or meeting point, as applicable) for all travelers who book this tour.Areas to which the transportation service applies:CANCUN: • Downtown Cancun • Hotel zone • Puerto Juarez • Playa Mujeres • Costa Mujeres • Puerto CancunPUERTO MORELOS: • Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarketPLAYA DEL CARMEN: • Downtown Playa del Carmen (for hotels on the coast, due to the narrow streets, the closest meeting point applies) • Hotel zone • Playacar • Dorado Royale • Playa Paraiso • Punta Maroma • El Caracol • Paa MulRIVIERA MAYA: • Puerto Aventuras • Xpu Ha • Akumal • ChemuyilTULUM: • Downtown Tulum, hotel zone and metropolitan area: Only one meeting point applies within the city, Super Akí Tulum supermarket. • Tulsayab • Jacinto Pat • XcacelNOTE: Some hotels or hotel complexes on the list do not allow access to the facilities, so pick-up at the closest possible access or entrance applies.NOTE 2: Some hotels or lodging centers are located in areas with difficult access (very narrow streets, alleys, streets in poor condition, blockages, or for security reasons), so pick-up at the closest possible point applies.NOTE 3: The exact pick-up time varies by hotel. Some estimated times are: Cancun: 6:40 AM / 7:40 AM Puerto Morelos: 7:30 AM / 8:30 AM Playa del Carmen: 7:30 AM / 9:00 AM Riviera Maya: 9:30 AM / 10:30 AM Tulum: 9:30 AM / 10:30 AMThe time that appears on your ticket (7:00 AM) is the general pick-up time in Cancun, where our buses depart and pick up.*** If your hotel is not listed, please ask us if we can pick you up there, or what would be the closest possible meeting point. ****** You will receive a final confirmation message (one day before the scheduled date of your excursion) with the exact pick-up time and point, to your contact information. ***

What To Expect

Cancun

This adventure will begin by picking up all our travelers at their hotels or meeting points. The first city where we pick up is Cancun. You will board the bus and check in.The approximate time it takes to pick up all passengers is 1 to 2 hours.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Chichen Itza

Explore a trip to one of the most significant iconic ancient sites globally, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Location. We'll spend 2.5 hours at Chichen Itza, with half of that time dedicated to a guided exploration. You'll have the remaining time to capture photos and admire the historic structures at your own pace.Afterwards we will go to the Cenote Saamal. The one way trip is 1 hr.
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3 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cenote Saamal

Following our tour of the ancient site, we'll head to the Saamal Cenote, renowned for its stunning beauty and transparent waters. Then, we'll proceed to a famous Mayan buffett. You'll have a total of 2.5 hours to explore the sinkhole and enjoy the buffet.The journey will last 1 hour.
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3 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Valladolid

Lastly, we'll have a 30-45-minute tour of the picturesque city of Valladolid.To conclude, we'll return to our van and transport our guests back to their hotels, with the journey lasting 2 hours.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour involves a lot of walking, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and clothing.
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transporting luggage is subject to availability, you must ask if there is availability in your transportation or write it in special requests. You can take the following with you without prior notice: hand luggage, backpacks, personal items. Larger luggage must have prior notice to accommodate it. The extra cost to transport luggage varies depending on dimensions.
  • The ages registered at the time of reservation must match those declared at check-in. If it differs, if a passenger is registered as an infant or minor, and due to his age he is already considered an adult, the ticket is updated at check-in and the difference is paid for conversion to a higher ticket.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chichén Itzá Full-Day Tour with Mayan Buffet, Cenote & Valladolid?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Brief visit to the historic city of Valladolid, Yucatán
  • Visit to the Cenote “Saamal”, Swimming is allowed
  • Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
  • Pick-up in shared transportation
  • Round trip aboard our luxury air-conditioned panoramic buses
  • Guided tour (bilingual) to Chichen Itzá and free time to walk and take photos on site archaeological
  • Certified guides specialized in archeology and Mayan culture who will accompany you
  • Drinks in the restaurant or box lunch (This can be added with the pricing options)
  • Taxes in archaeological zone and cenote, and service fee (765 MXN per traveler)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour involves a lot of walking, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and clothing.
  • The included lunch is a buffet of regional Mexican food and you are free to choose what you want to eat. This buffet contains options for vegetarians (it is not yet adaptable for other specific dietary regimes).
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transporting luggage is subject to availability, you must ask if there is availability in your transportation or write it in special requests. You can take the following with you without prior notice: hand luggage, backpacks, personal items. Larger luggage must have prior notice to accommodate it. The extra cost to transport luggage varies depending on dimensions.
  • The ages registered at the time of reservation must match those declared at check-in. If it differs, if a passenger is registered as an infant or minor, and due to his age he is already considered an adult, the ticket is updated at check-in and the difference is paid for conversion to a higher ticket.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).

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