
Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more
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Is Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more worth booking?
Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more is a 13-hour experience in Tulum, Mexico, from $65 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (1)
- Duration
- 13 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Leave the beach scenery behind for a full-day route into Yucatan, where the story of the ancient Maya, two striking cenotes, local cuisine, and a colonial town come together in one shared experience. The main highlight
What you get
About this experience
Leave the beach scenery behind for a full-day route into Yucatan, where the story of the ancient Maya, two striking cenotes, local cuisine, and a colonial town come together in one shared experience. The main highlight of the day is Chichen Itza, one of Mexico’s most famous archaeological landmarks. During the guided visit, travelers will discover the meaning behind its temples, symbols, architecture, legends, and the role this ancient city played in the Maya world. After the explanation, there will be time to explore independently. The journey then shifts into Yucatan’s natural landscapes with two cenote visits. Suytun offers a memorable underground-style setting with cool freshwater, while Ik Kil delivers a dramatic open-air cenote experience framed by rock walls and hanging vegetation. A regional buffet lunch is included near Ik Kil before the day continues to Valladolid, a colorful colonial city that adds a warm cultural ending to the route.
What's included
Included
- Brief visit to the historic city of Valladolid, Yucatán
- Visit to the Cenote “Suytun”, Swimming is allowed
- Certified guides specialized in archeology and Mayan culture who will accompany you
- Visit to the Cenote “Ikkil”, Swimming is allowed
- Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
- Shared transportation service with roundtrip included
- Lifejackets for cenote
- Box lunch (ham and cheese sandwich, and a beverage)
- Guided tour (bilingual) to Chichen Itzá and free time to walk and take photos on site archaeological
- Travel experience provided in panoramic buses and minibuses equipped with air conditioning
Not included
- Drinks of soft drinks at the restaurant
- Mayan Archaeological Zone Tax and Cenote Maintenance Tax (765 MXN per person)
What you'll see and do
Tulum
The experience begins in Tulum with morning pickup and check-in for the shared transportation. After travelers board and the group is organized, the route heads inland toward Yucatan and the Chichen Itza region. This first part of the day is the transition from the Caribbean coast to a route shaped by archaeology, cenote waters, local food, and colonial scenery.
180 minutes here
Chichen Itza
Before arriving at the archaeological site, the route may include a short stop near points of interest close to Chichen Itza. Once the group reaches the area, travelers will continue with the guides toward the entrance for the main cultural visit of the day. Inside Chichen Itza, the guided portion lasts approximately 1 hour. The guide will explain the site’s history, architectural details, myths, cultural value, and importance within the ancient Maya world. After the guided visit, travelers will have about 1 hour of free time to walk through the site independently, take photos, visit souvenir areas, or purchase a drink or snack before meeting the group again.
180 minutes here
Suytun Cenote
After Chichen Itza, the tour continues toward Suytun Cenote. The drive from the archaeological area takes approximately 45 minutes. This stop introduces a different side of the day, replacing stone temples and open plazas with cool freshwater and one of Yucatan’s most recognizable cenote settings. Cenotes had deep significance for the ancient Maya and were often associated with sacred beliefs and the underworld. At Suytun, travelers will have time to swim, enjoy the clear water, and experience a unique natural setting in the peninsula.
90 minutes here
Cenote Ik kil
The second cenote stop takes place at Ik Kil, a well-known natural site surrounded by tall rock walls, hanging vegetation, and a dramatic open-air atmosphere. Travelers will have approximately 45 minutes to swim and enjoy the refreshing water. Near Ik Kil, the experience also includes a buffet lunch with regional dishes and traditional Mexican flavors. This meal stop gives travelers time to eat, rest, and recharge before continuing toward the final visit of the day.
90 minutes here
Valladolid
The final stop is Valladolid, a colonial city in Yucatan known for its colorful streets, relaxed rhythm, local traditions, and charming architecture. Travelers will have approximately 30 to 45 minutes of free time to walk around, take photos, enjoy the surroundings, and experience the local character of one of the region’s most representative historic towns.
60 minutes here
Tulum
After the visit to Valladolid, travelers will board the transportation again and begin the return journey toward Tulum. The ride back gives the group time to rest after a full day that included Chichen Itza, Suytun Cenote, Ik Kil Cenote, buffet lunch, and the colonial atmosphere of Valladolid. The tour concludes once travelers arrive at their confirmed drop-off points.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tulum
The designated meeting point for this excursion is Starbucks Tulum DT. We will meet there daily at 9:30 AM to begin boarding. All travelers with confirmed reservations will be checked in and listed for the tour before boarding the bus. Our guide will call out each participant’s name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The designated meeting point for this excursion is Starbucks Tulum DT. We will meet there daily at 9:30 AM to begin boarding. All travelers with confirmed reservations will be checked in and listed for the tour before boarding the bus. Our guide will call out each participant’s name.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
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Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Large bags, suitcases, or extra luggage are not automatically accepted on this tour. They can only be brought if our team approves the request before the service date and if the vehicle assigned to your reservation has enough available space. Travelers who need to bring luggage must contact us in advance so the transportation setup can be reviewed. Space is limited, and authorization is subject to the operation of the day. Approval should never be assumed.
- Since April 21, 2026, archaeological sites in Mexico have applied security rules that restrict entry with backpacks, luggage, and similar belongings. For the visit, we recommend carrying only essential items. The most practical option is to bring small belongings that can fit in your pockets or in a compact personal bag. Some items, such as diaper bags, may be considered exceptions, but the final decision is made directly by the security personnel at the entrance. We are not responsible for any item that is refused by the archaeological site. During this tour, travelers may leave belongings inside the transportation vehicle while completing the scheduled visits.
- Access to the bus or minibus is only allowed at the official boarding time announced by the guide or staff. Guests may not enter the vehicle ahead of schedule, and they may not remain inside while the rest of the group is away. This rule is applied because other travelers may have belongings stored inside the vehicle, and controlled access helps protect everyone’s personal items.
- Transportation units and seats are assigned by the operations team according to availability, route planning, group size, and the needs of the day. Guests cannot select a specific bus, minibus, seat, row, or space through the platform, at pickup, or directly with staff. Although our team will always try to keep the ride comfortable, no exact vehicle or seat can be reserved, blocked, or guaranteed.
- If you are traveling with friends, relatives, or another group under a different booking, please notify us before the tour date if you would like to travel together. When all travelers depart from the same accommodation, our team may try to coordinate the request, although it is not guaranteed. If the pickup points are in the same city but at different hotels, we may review the possibility, but traveling together still cannot be assured. Reservations departing from different cities cannot be coordinated in the same vehicle.
- This tour only includes pickup from the cities and zones listed in the Transportation section of the product. Travelers cannot join the experience directly at Chichen Itza, at any attraction on the itinerary, or at any location outside the approved pickup coverage. For example, arriving at Chichen Itza in your own vehicle to meet the group is not permitted. Pickup from a hotel within the listed service area, such as Moon Palace Resort, may be possible depending on the coverage shown for the tour. For safety, communication, and proper organization, every traveler must meet our team in the morning at the assigned pickup point, board the official transportation, and complete the required check-in process before the tour begins.
- If your reservation does not yet include a confirmed hotel or meeting point, this information must be sent to our team no later than the day before the tour. From Monday to Saturday, the cutoff time is 21:50 hrs, GMT-5. On Sundays, the cutoff time is 8:00 PM, GMT-5. The information may be sent through any available contact channel. After the cutoff time, last-minute pickup arrangements can no longer be processed. If the required hotel or meeting point is not received on time, the reservation will automatically move to the next available date. This change has no additional cost, fee, or penalty. However, once the automatic rescheduling has been applied, the booking will no longer be eligible for a refund.
- The durations shown in the itinerary describe the full time assigned to each segment of the route. These times may include transportation between locations, the visit itself, activity time, boarding, organization, and the time needed to continue or return along the itinerary. They should not be interpreted as the exact amount of time spent only inside each attraction. Please use the itinerary as an approximate guide to the overall flow of the day.
- Our team works to keep the experience as close as possible to the planned schedule. However, the timing of the tour also depends on guests being ready at pickup and returning on time at every stop. Traffic, road conditions, and route-related delays may also affect the schedule and are outside our control. Please follow the meeting times indicated by the guide and respect the time assigned at each location. Even a very small delay can accumulate during the day and affect the rest of the operation.
- The box lunch included with this experience is a fixed standard option. It cannot be changed, replaced, or adapted for dietary needs, food restrictions, allergies, personal preferences, or special requests.
- This experience includes a considerable amount of walking. Comfortable shoes and practical clothing are recommended so travelers can move around more easily throughout the day.
- Lunch is served as a regional Mexican buffet. Travelers may choose from the food available at the restaurant, including vegetarian options. At this time, the buffet cannot be customized for other specific dietary requirements, restrictions, allergies, or personal meal preferences.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Main Event Cancelled due to Weather - Cenote Stop Great - Valladolid just OK
This was supposed to be the highlight of our trip, but due to unexpected rain - they cancelled the light show. We got all the way to Chichen Itza only to turned away in the parking lot. Our guide was great, and he did try to get ahead of it. It started raining at the end of our cenote stop so he was talking to someone that worked there. It just wasn't officially called off until we actually got there. They gave us a 500 peso refund (~$25 USD). I'm not sure if I'm completely happy with that amount though because on top of the ~$90 USD tour fee and tips, there was a mandatory 765 peso environmental tax or something added for the archeological zone and cenote so really we just got some of that tax back instead of money off of the tour. Better than nothing, I guess but it was the last day of our trip and we essentially wasted it. The quick stop in Valladolid wasn't that worth it. It was neat to see the big park and browse the vendors (I bought a magnet and handmade purse), but it was really just a stop to spend money. It was very busy/hectic. The cenote was great. They tell you that lifejackets are mandatory, but there were many people in there without them. It is semi-covered, so not being able to wear sunscreen wasn't an issue. They have you shower before entering. There are vendor selling tequila/mezcal and honey products. The honey guy assured my friend that she could take the honey in a carry-on (~$30USD) but she ended up having to throw it away so don't believe that. It was a creamed chocolate honey, so maybe he was considering it a solid? Not sure, but you will waste your money if you don't check it. There is a shaman that does 'blessings' for tips. I'm not sure what herb they burn, but it's quite strong and smoky. If you're sensitive to smoke, try to avoid that. The problem was, they were also doing it down in the cenote. Just something to be aware of. There were some cool photo ops, so bring some cash for tips. Overall, that was a great stop. I really enjoyed the cenote. Maybe seeing Chichen Itza (I would have been happy just seeing it from a distance, but they wouldn't let us in at all!) would have made this tour completely worth it but what we spent vs. what we got out of the day was definitely disappointing. Without extra and minus the refund, we still spend around $120 to get dropped off to visit some vendors, try a few sips of tequila, eat lunch (drinks extra, even soda/water) and swim in a cenote. We could have done this around Cancun with the rental car. :( We really liked our guide. He was very thorough in his explanations. The driver was still in training, and honestly gave us quite a few scares. He would drift into the oncoming traffic lane, slam on his breaks before topes, etc. There are seatbelts though, so use those! The van we were in was very nice and they were timely for pickup. I would probably still recommend this to a friend even though we didn't get to the main event... it was just an unfortunate set of circumstances for us. A larger refund would have been nice.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $69
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tulum.
How much does Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tulum usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more take?
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Plan for about 13 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tulum is not rushed.
Is Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tulum, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tulum can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tulum and add a light layer if any part of the 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tulum within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tulum?
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On Outty we rank every Tulum experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour, Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch, Chichén Itzá, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch and transportation. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tulum?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tulum?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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