Tours & experiences

Skip-the-Line Chichén-Itzá Experience with Cenote and Lunch

About this experience

Your day starts with convenient pickup from your hotel or meeting point, followed by comfortable transportation to Chichén-Itzá.

This famous archaeological site will be the place where you will learn more about the ancient civilization that shaped the future of a continent, the Mayans were an advanced people, and you’ll be able to discover more about their history, learn about their culture, and contributions.

After your visit to Chichén-Itzá, you will have the opportunity to explore a beautiful Cenote, a body of crystal clear and refreshing waters that mother nature has carved into stone through a millenarian process. Enjoy delicious homemade lunch onsite before getting ready to continue, next stop will be Valladolid a small picturesque town.

- Visit one of the seven wonders of the world; Chichén-Itzá
- Convenient and comfortable transportation
- A refreshing swim in the waters of a Mayan Cenote
- Taking some pictures in the small colonial town of Valladolid

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr

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Tour - Meeting Point
Tour - Hotel Pickup
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You should bring swimwear, towel, a change of clothes, sunscreen, insect repellent and spending cash for incidentals.

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Skip-the-line access to Chichén-Itzá
  • Lunch
  • Roundtrip transportation to and from your centrally located hotel (Only if selected)
  • All Admission Fees

Not included

  • Drinks, life jackets rental and use of lockers
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off if you select the meeting point option
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Discover the secrets of Chichén-Itzá, one of the seven wonders of the modern world, enjoy a skip the line entrance, once inside a local expert will guide you through the site, with a comprehensive explanation you will learn first hand about one of the most advanced civilizations the world has ever seen.

Mayan Civilization had advanced knowledge that remains until now, with a full understanding in astronomy, mathematics and architecture you will be amazed while you explore this amazing attraction.

As you learn more about the Mayans, you can’t help but wonder what led to their demise

Mayan civilization cherished cenotes and had a deep connection to them as sacred locations that not only connected the whole peninsula, but also had a deeper meaning.

Get yourself ready to enjoy the refreshing waters of one the very best typical Mayan cenotes in the region at Hacienda Selva Maya which is well known by the spectacular formation of its cenote, and will be the place where you would conveniently have lunch while enjoying nature.

A small and picturesque town where you can take some pictures, a short walk in the plaza or even track down some authentic local desserts, this colonial town is definitely a highlight of the trip.

Meeting and pickup information

  • At the parking lot of Super Aki Tulum
  • At the bus stop outside of Walmart Playa del Carmen
  • At the parking lot of Super Aki Puerto Morelos
  • At the parking lot of Captain's Cove, Boulevard Kukulcan, Hotel Zone, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
  • You will confirm your exact departure time with the local tour operator.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Cancun Travel Experience

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Hotel pickup from Tulum hotels is not available. Passengers staying at Tulum Hotels must meet the tour at the designated meeting point.
  • Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby or meeting point 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
  • You should bring swimwear, towel, a change of clothes, sunscreen, insect repellent and spending cash for incidentals.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
You will confirm your exact departure time with the local tour operator.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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