Chichen Itza, Mexican Buffet, Cenote & Valladolid guided Tour

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12 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Chichén Itzá Awaits — A Journey Through Time & Water

Feel the wonder of ancient Mayan legends as you walk among the towering pyramids of Chichén Itzá, guided by passionate experts in history and culture. Swim in the sacred turquoise waters of Cenote Saamal—refreshing, spiritual, unforgettable.

Indulge in a delicious regional buffet, ride in comfort aboard panoramic, air-conditioned transport, and step back in time in the colonial charm of Valladolid. This is more than a tour. It’s a full-sensory, soul-stirring experience.

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What's Included

  • Brief visit to the historic city of Valladolid, Yucatán
  • Round trip aboard our luxury air-conditioned panoramic buses or vans
  • Visit to the Cenote “Saamal”, Swimming is allowed
  • Drinks in the restaurant or lifejackets for cenote (This can be added with the pricing options)
  • Local ecotaxes and service fee (765 MXN per taveler)
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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

We'll commence our trip by gathering our guests from their accommodations. The duration of the journey to reach Chichen Itza is 2.5 hours.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Chichen Itza

Embark on an expedition to one of the most notable historic sites worldwide, acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our visit to Chichen Itza will last 2.5 hours, with half of that duration allocated to a guided discovery. The remaining time allows you to take photos and appreciate the ancient edifices at your preferred pace.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cenote Saamal

After exploring the ancient site, we'll journey to the Saamal cenote, well-known for its breathtaking beauty and crystal-clear waters. You'll have a complete housr to discover the cenote and relish the buffet.The trip will take 60 minutes.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Valladolid

Finally, we'll take a 45-minute excursion of the charming city of Valladolid.To wrap up, we'll bring our guests back to their hotels in our van, and the travel duration will be 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.
  • Infants can join the group, keep in mind that since their entry is free, they must sit on the lap of their parents/guardians during transportation, and for safety reasons they cannot participate in the activities (given their complexity), must be accompanied by their parents/guardians. Although the staff and guides accompanies the group, for safety reasons they cannot take care of the baby (for example, carry it or hold him/her in their arms) while the adults carry out the activities.
  • In case the transportation service shows up for boarding, but for some reason you did not board on time or could not show up, you have the opportunity to reschedule the excursion for our next departure with availability (cost for rescheduling varies depending on the characteristics of the reservation). These reservations will no longer be eligible for refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chichen Itza, Mexican Buffet, Cenote & Valladolid guided Tour?

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
  • Round trip aboard our luxury air-conditioned panoramic buses or vans
  • 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 from most hotels (or meeting point)
  • 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 lifejackets for cenote (This can be added with the pricing options)
  • Local ecotaxes and service fee (765 MXN per taveler)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.
  • Infants can join the group, keep in mind that since their entry is free, they must sit on the lap of their parents/guardians during transportation, and for safety reasons they cannot participate in the activities (given their complexity), must be accompanied by their parents/guardians. Although the staff and guides accompanies the group, for safety reasons they cannot take care of the baby (for example, carry it or hold him/her in their arms) while the adults carry out the activities.
  • In case the transportation service shows up for boarding, but for some reason you did not board on time or could not show up, you have the opportunity to reschedule the excursion for our next departure with availability (cost for rescheduling varies depending on the characteristics of the reservation). These reservations will no longer be eligible for refund.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 39 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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