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Small Group tour to Chichen Itza early arrival Ekbalam and Cenote

About this experience

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

At a glance

  • Duration: 11 hr–12 hr

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Departure from Puerto Morelos
Pickup included
Departure from Cancun
Hotel Pickup service: Add this option if your hotel is in Cancun Area
Duration: 4 days 17 hours
Pickup included

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Time on the tour11 hr–12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 11 hr–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

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Local guides to help you plan

Chichen Itza Early Access Tour From Cancun

Plan an early Chichen Itza tour from Cancun with clear advice on what “early access” means, road transfers, entry charges, ticketing, accessibility, and booking questions.

Chichen Itza and Cenote Tour From Cancun

Plan a Chichen Itza and cenote tour from Cancun with practical guidance on entrance fees, pickup logistics, cenote inclusions, accessibility, site rules, and choosing the right package.

What is included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Small gropup Maximum 14 people
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All visit guided

Not included

  • Chichen Itza and Ekbalam State taxes, must be paid at the travel date in Mexican Pesos Cash

Itinerary and highlights

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.

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.

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.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We don´t provide pick up service at the hotels or places in Puerto Juarez, Playa Mujeres or Isla Blanca. Customers staying in these areas must arrive by their way to the meeting point in Oasis Smart Cancun at 6:00 am
  • 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.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • AGILA TOURS

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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

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 11 hr–12 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
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.
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 5–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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