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Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid All-Inclusive Tour

1. Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid All-Inclusive Tour

Travel back in time as you explore the Mayan  archeological ruins of Chichén Itzá on a guided tour. Connect with nature as you swim in the azure waters of the cenote of Saamal. Eat a mouth-watering buffet lunch and take a guided walking tour of Valladolid. Benefit from pick-up at your hotel, or a nearby meeting point, and then journey to one of the most important monuments on the Yucatán Peninsula.   Upon arrival at Chichén Itzá, look at the step pyramid of Kukulcan (El Castillo), known for the play of light from the equinox that casts shadows on each step to create an image of a serpent descending.   Go to the ancient cenote of Saamal and experience one of the sinkholes that form part of a network of underground rivers sacred to the Maya people. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal and take a stroll around the colonial city of Valladolid to complete your experience.

From Tulum: Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

2. From Tulum: Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

Start your journey by getting picked up in Tulum. Discover Chichen Itza, a spectacular archaeological site and a must-see for those interested in history and culture.  See renowned structures with your guide such as the Pyramid of Kukulkan and the Great Ball Court. Get a glimpse of the achievements of the Mayan civilization.  After Chichen Itza, head to Valladolid, a city where past and present come together. Be amazed by the colorful architecture and the local food culture.  Have lunch in the courtyard of a restored colonial mansion and wander the square and nearby streets. Take photos and enjoy shopping as you get a taste of the slow-paced Mexican life. To finish the day, go to a local community-run cenote, the perfect spot to get away from the crowds and cool down in the refreshing blue waters.

From Playa del Carmen: Tulum, Coba, and Cenotes Day Trip

3. From Playa del Carmen: Tulum, Coba, and Cenotes Day Trip

The first stop is Tulum, the ancient Maya city perched on a cliff overlooking the Mexican Caribbean sea. Your expert bilingual guide will share fascinating information about the archaeological site, its importance in history, and the day-to-day life of its inhabitants at its peak. Hear all about the past cultures and the theories of their demise. Next up is a visit to Cenote Kuxtal for a swim. Cenotes are unique to the Yucatan Peninsula, natural sinkholes in limestone caves that were sacred to the ancient Maya people. You will then savor an authentic regional lunch buffet to recharge for the last stop of the day. The last part of this incredible journey is a guided tour of the Coba Mayan ruins. Still mostly hidden beneath the jungle foliage, Coba is the site of the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan, climb to the top for out of this world views. Hear from your guide about the discovery of this site. Admire the boundaries between nature and man-made structures and the jungle bonds with the ruins.

Playa del Carmen/Cancún: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Tour

4. Playa del Carmen/Cancún: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas on a day trip from Playa del Carmen or Cancún. Keep an eye out for crocodiles and see them up close at a crocodile sanctuary. Marvel at the pink shades of the lagoons of Las Coloradas and watch the flamingos fly by. Travel in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle to the neighboring state of Yucatán and the famous pink lakes of Las Coloradas. This is an area of untouched nature that will knock you out, the stunning views of Las Coloradas Yucatán have to be seen to be believed. Your expert guide will explain the facts and folklore of the region. They will also help you get the best Instagram-worthy photos of this marvelous area of stunning natural beauty. Take a boat ride through the mangroves of a magnificent protected area. Keep a lookout for the crocodiles and the huge array of bird species, including cormorants, ospreys, herons, and pelicans. Rio Lagartos Yucatan is a bird watcher's paradise. Finally, stop for lunch of salad, soft drinks, and the main course of your choice. Choose between fresh fish, chicken, or a vegetarian dish. The food is fresh and delicious and a great way to refuel after all your adventures. Once you've had your fill, head back to your hotel after an incredible day trip in the Yucatán Peninsula.

Riviera Maya: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Day Trip w/Lunch

5. Riviera Maya: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Day Trip w/Lunch

Visit Rio Lagartos, a small fishing village in a Nature Reserve and one of the natural treasures of the Yucatan Peninsula on a guided day trip. Enjoy a boat tour through its water canals surrounded by mangroves, where you can observe a variety of species of birds such as pink flamingos, herons, eagles, seagulls, pelicans, and cormorants. During the tour, pass under the bridge of Las Coloradas to get to the salt deposits and see different bodies of water involved in this process, some of which an eye-catching pink. Then, enjoy a Mayan Bath, covering the body in nutrient-rich clay. Next, head to an unspoiled beach to remove the clay in the crystal-clear water. Finally, enjoy a lunch of local fish-and-shellfish-based food.

Riviera Maya: Cobá and Chichén Itzá Tour with Cenote & Lunch

6. Riviera Maya: Cobá and Chichén Itzá Tour with Cenote & Lunch

Embark on a day trip to Cobá and Chichén Itzá and explore the jungles of the Yucatan peninsula. Relax at Cenote Saamal, soak up the views at Nohoch Mul, enjoy lunch, and beat the crowds with an early morning departure. Head to Cobá first, whose ruins date back to 100-300 B.C. Learn about the significance of the five nearby lakes, and appreciate the striking architecture of the vast stone structures. Visit Chichén Itzá, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Feel lost in time in the lovingly-kept pyramids, and discover the genius of the city’s unique structures. Venture deeper into the jungle to relax at the mystical Cenote Saamal, the perfect place for a swim and some dazzling photos. Savor a delicious buffet lunch during your adventure. Finish the tour with a quick panoramic visit to Valladolid.

Cancun/Playa del Carmen: Chichen Itza, Cenote, Ek'Balam Tour

7. Cancun/Playa del Carmen: Chichen Itza, Cenote, Ek'Balam Tour

Discover the magic of the Yucatan on this day trip from Cancun or Playa del Carmen to the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza and Ek Balam and a visit to cenote Saamal. Benefit from a hotel pickup by air-conditioned van, lunchbox, and a guide. Journey to the ancient city of Chichen Itza, one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the world. Be accompanied by an expert guide throughout the day and learn fascinating facts and folklore of the Mayan civilization.  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. To recover from the Yucatan heat, dive in the crystalline waters of the underground, semi-open Cenote Saamal. Soak up the natural light illuminating the waters and the sight of tree roots cascading towards the sinkhole water.

Playa del Carmen: Chichen Itza & Cenotes Suytun & Ik Kil

8. Playa del Carmen: Chichen Itza & Cenotes Suytun & Ik Kil

Discover the fascinating world of the ancient Maya in this exclusive tour with an expert bilingual guide. Visit three of the top attractions in the Yucatan Peninsula – Chichen Itza, Cenote Suytun and Cenote Ik Kil for a full immersion into the history, culture, and nature of the region. One of the most important archaeological sites in the world! Chichen Itza is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, a “must do” tour when visiting the Mayan Riviera. An expert guide will lead the way and share the exciting facts and folklore of Chichen Itza and the Mayan civilization. See the ball court, the Temple of a Thousand Columns and of course, the imposing Kukulkan Pyramid. Cenotes are unique to the Yucatan Peninsula, natural limestone sinkholes of incredible natural beauty that are perfect for a refreshing swim in a jungle oasis. Immerse yourself in the crystalline waters and admire the spectacular rock formations! This tour gives you the oportunity to visit the 2 most importants cenotes in Yucatan State: Cenote Ik Kil and Cenote Suytun to enjoy a refreshing swim in both. Finish the day with a panoramic visit to the center of Valladolid City. The first city established by the Spanish conquers in 1543

Playa del Carmen/Cancun: Chichen Itza & Cenotes Tour w/lunch

9. Playa del Carmen/Cancun: Chichen Itza & Cenotes Tour w/lunch

You will visit Suytun Ecotouristic Center (Suytun means “rock center” in the Maya language) with a marvelous sacred cenote (“cave with water” in Maya) located in the middle of the Caribbean jungle of the Yucatan Peninsula. You immerse yourself in the purifying crystalline waters of this subterranean oasis. According to Maya beliefs, these caves and cenotes are protected by mythological creatures called “aluxes”, the guardians of the jungle. Discover and enjoy the enigmatic archaeological site of Chichen Itza, the fabulous ceremonial center of the maya civilization. Explore this Unesco World Heritage site and admire the Kukulkan Temple, considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the world. Take a trip back in time to discover the hidden secrets of the buildings of this ancient city of the Maya civilization, one of the most advanced in the prehispanic world. You’ll explore structures like the Plaza of 1000 Columns, the Ball Court and the marvelous Kukulkan Temple pyramid, one of the most emblematic monuments of the Maya civilization. Visit one of the sacred Mayan sinkholes at the Ik Kil cenote, caused by a meteorite on the Yucatán Peninsula in ancient times. Learn about the purification rites for the rain god Chaac and swim in the deep waters underground.

Chichén Itzá: Hubiku Cenote & Valladolid Tour

10. Chichén Itzá: Hubiku Cenote & Valladolid Tour

Embark on a guided tour of Yucatán on a full-day tour from Playa del Carmen. Visit the breathtaking Mayan city of Chichén Itzá and the colorful city of Valladolid. Explore the Yucatán jungles, swim in the Hubiku cenote, and enjoy a buffet lunch. Head into the dense jungles of the Yucatán and stop at the Hubiku cenote, a cavernous freshwater pool in a light-filled limestone cave and enjoy a swim. Dry off over a buffet lunch of typical Mayan dishes and then hop back on the bus for the last leg of the drive to Chichén Itzá. This dense and sprawling archaeological site features excavated ruins and well-preserved temples. The final stop is the quiet colonial city of Valladolid, where the pastel walls of shops and restaurants provide a colorful backdrop for photos.

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4.7 / 5

based on 14 reviews

An amazing trip, we can’t fault it! It was made clear prior to the trip the pick up & drop off place. We had an amazing tour guide called Luis who was so interesting, knowledgeable & funny (he made the trip for us!). We had 3 different parts to the day, the 1st stop was Chichen Itza where Luis took us round on a tour & educated us all about the Mayan history & culture! He then gave us free time to take our own photos & was open and honest about the best places to buy souvenirs from. The 2nd stop was the Cenote which was beautiful & refreshing & had a delicious buffet included (don’t forget to bring costumes/trunks & towels). The final stop was the local town where we had 30 minutes to explore, have free tequila tasting, eat some churros & listen to live music. Although the trip is a very long day it’s definitely worth it to see one of the 7 wonders of the world! Make sure to factor in extra money for the Chichen Itza ticket & drinks at the buffet but otherwise, book it!

We had an outstanding experience and highly recommend this tour. Felipe was an excellent guide, really well prepared and making you sure you got context to all the visited sites and experiences. With him we had a great tour of Chichen Itza, moved on to an excellent lunch in Valladolid and then went to what is probably the highlight of the tour (not small considering you previously visited Chichen Itza) with the visit to a off the beaten path community-run cenote, where you can have an authentic experience and give back to the local community.

Chichen Itza was closed, and we were really disappointed but the tour operator offered us to visit instead Ek Balam, cenote and Valladolid. It was a wonderful day. The archeological site is really interesting and you can climb the pyramid. The cenote is amazing and Valladolid is a nice colorful Mexican city. The food was super good and our guides Alan and Pastor did a great job!

I was solo and mr apolina was pretty cool chill tour was an experience i recommend it just wear sun lotion lolol just a little the sun was out Def an experience of a like time all the explaining about civilization and everything was pretty cool something they will never show you in school or anywhere else def an awesome tour guide experience

The guide, the driver, the food, the location… everything it was excellent !! You are planning on coming back and try to get the same guide!