Small Group tour to Chichen Itza early arrival Ekbalam and Cenote

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Cancun, Mexico

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11 to 12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

As if getting early access to Chichen Itza—one of the New 7 Wonders of the World—wasn’t enough, this small-group tour from Playa del Carmen also includes Ek Balam, another major Mayan archeological site, and a cooling dip in a cenote. Add to that a freshly prepared regional lunch and you’ve got the ultimate cultural day out in Mexico

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Small gropup Maximum 14 people
  • Chichen Itza and Ekbalam State taxes, must be paid at the travel date in Mexican Pesos Cash
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Pick up place is at your hotel lobby or a meeting point if you are in another qccommodation.Pick up time will provide the afternoon before to the tour by email or text to your cell number.

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Avenida Tulum
capilla ecumenica, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

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Zona Arqueologica de Chichen Itza

Discover the Mayan site of Chichen Itza on this tour from Riviera Maya. Beat the crowds and explore this impressive location.Set off early and arrive at the ruin of Chichen Itza just as it opens and take a guided tour for 3 hours inside the Chichen Itza. Learn about the old Chichen Itza and the different buildings there and see 1 of the cenotes inside the ruins.Take some amazing pictures of the Kukukkan Castle as you explore and see the 1000 Columnas Temple, Jaguar Temple, and the biggest ball game stadium in the Mayan culture.Following the guided tour you will have some free time to take some pictures or buy any souvenir.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cenote Hubiku

Discover one of the most impressive cenotes underground in Yucatan the Cenote Hubiku where you can take a refreshing swim under hundreds of stalactites after visiting Chichen Itza ruins.After the swimming, you enjoy a reginal buffet lunch at the Cenote restaurant.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Zona Arqueológica de Ek Balam

Next, visit Ek Balam, an off-the-beaten-track Yucatec-Maya archaeological site with incredible carvings hidden in a jungle landscape. Climb the soaring Acropolis pyramid, the highest point of the ruins.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Chichen Itza and Ekbalam Yucatan State Taxes not included. 1250 MXN per person, must be paid at the travel date, mandatory payment in cash, not USD not Card
  • From 1st January 2026 Chichen Itza and Ekbalam taxes are 1450 MXN per person
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group tour to Chichen Itza early arrival Ekbalam and Cenote?

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

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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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  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Small gropup Maximum 14 people
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All visit guided
  • Chichen Itza and Ekbalam State taxes, must be paid at the travel date in Mexican Pesos Cash

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Total time including the land transportation to the places to visit and come back to your hotel or meeting point is between 11 and 12 hours, depending on the location of your accomodation.
  • Chichen Itza and Ekbalam Yucatan State Taxes not included. 1250 MXN per person, must be paid at the travel date, mandatory payment in cash, not USD not Card
  • From 1st January 2026 Chichen Itza and Ekbalam taxes are 1450 MXN per person
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 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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