Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 393 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine worth booking?
Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine is a 12-hour experience in Tulum, Mexico, from $29 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 393 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (393)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $29 per person
Experience a complete experience in Yucatan with this tour to Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world. Travel from your departure area in an air-conditioned unit accompanied by a certified guide, who will sha
What you get
About this experience
Experience a complete experience in Yucatan with this tour to Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world. Travel from your departure area in an air-conditioned unit accompanied by a certified guide, who will share the history, architecture and legacy of Mayan culture. During the tour you will visit Chichen Itza and you will know emblematic structures such as the Temple of Kukulkán and the Ball Game. Afterwards, you'll enjoy a dining experience in Kaua with a demonstration of regional Mayan cuisine and buffet lunch. The adventure continues at Cenote Nool Ha by Chichikan, where you can swim, wear a life jacket and enjoy the included zip line. Before returning, you will take a panoramic tour of Valladolid, one of the most representative magical towns in Yucatan. An ideal experience to combine history, culture, gastronomy, nature and tradition in one day.
What's included
Included
- Certified guide
- Panoramic visit to Valladolid
- Bottled water
- Buffet lunch
- Food demonstration of Mayan cuisine
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Zipper in the cenote
Not included
- Admission fees
- Lockers
- Mexican adults with current INE have preferential rates.
- Drinks in the restaurant
- Souvenirs, personal expenses and tips
What you'll see and do
Chichen Itza
They will visit Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world and one of the most important archaeological sites in Mexico. Accompanied by a bilingual cultural guide, they will tour its main structures, such as the Temple of Kukulkán, the Ball Game and other ceremonial spaces that showcase the astronomical, architectural and cultural legacy of the Mayan civilization.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
You will enjoy a gastronomic experience in Kaua, where you will get to know part of the regional Mayan cuisine through a demonstration with local ingredients and traditional flavors of Yucatan. Afterwards, you will have time to enjoy a buffet meal in the restaurant.
120 minutes here · Admission included
They will be refreshed at Cenote Nool Ha, an ideal natural space for swimming and relaxing after the archaeological visit. During this stop you can enjoy the cenote, the use of life jacket and the zip line included within the experience.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
They will make a panoramic visit to Valladolid, one of the most representative magical towns in Yucatan. During this short stop you will appreciate its colonial atmosphere, historic architecture and the traditional charm of its streets.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tulum
Meet our guide outside the Starbucks DT Tulum, right next to Dominos Pizza. It is the one located 100 meters from Super Aki Tulum.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet our guide outside the Starbucks DT Tulum, right next to Dominos Pizza. It is the one located 100 meters from Super Aki Tulum.
Options you can book
Hotel Pickup - Italian
Italian language
Pickup at Meeting Point
Pickup at Meeting Point: You must move to the assigned meeting point. We will try to locate you in the one closest to you.
Tour + PLUS Amenities
Package PLUS: Includes: Boxlunch Baguette or Croissant, Energy Bar, Pack of 5 drinks and 1 Organic Sunscreen or Repellant. Lockers in Cenote
Hotel Pickup - French
French language
Hotel Pickup - Portuguese
Portuguese language
Hotel Pickup - Bilingual
Cancun area
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ekinox Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 393 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
393 verified traveler reviews for Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful Chichén itzá
Wonderful experience!!! Pluses: knowledge of our guide “stitch” is awesome. Value for the money…splendid!!!…we had the opportunity of visit Chichen Itzá and learned so many things about the Mayan culture thanks to our guide. We had also the opportunity of visit and swim in cenote Chichikán for a refreshing experience. Overall..a very nice experience. Down: meeting point…. Not a well organized item…. We received confirmed note about a specific meeting point and the personnel who took us were in another part of the hotel looking for us. Due to this, tour was delayed. Besides this…. Tour recommended!!!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed review! We’re delighted to know you had a wonderful experience and found the tour to be excellent value for money. We’re especially happy to hear your recognition of Stitch and his knowledge of Mayan history and culture. Being able to make a visit to Chichén Itzá not only impressive but also truly meaningful is one of the most important parts of our guides’ work. It’s also great to know you enjoyed the refreshing swim in the cenote after exploring Chichén Itzá. We sincerely appreciate your feedback regarding the meeting point. We understand how frustrating it can be to receive one confirmed location while the transportation team is expecting you elsewhere, particularly when this results in a delay. Clear coordination at pickup is essential, and your comments help us identify where this process needs greater attention. Thank you for recommending Ekinox Tours despite this inconvenience. We’ll be very happy to share your compliments with Stitch, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Well organized full day
It was great, so you see a lot and don’t need to worry about transportation. Guides are friendly and bus comfortable. We were a full tour bus of people but the group gets divided over two guides. Depending on what language you speak the group can be quite small, like 8 people, or it can be 20. Not all language gets the same info at the same time, but it is roughly similar. Of course it’s a tour and you can’t control your own time. Chichen Itza is very large and you could spend the whole day there, but going with the tour a few hours is good start. It’s a shame the grand museum is included in ticket but you don’t get to see it. The buffet lunch was very nice, tacos, rice, pasta all kinds of meat and fish. Fruits and dessert and fresh drinks (not included). They spend a lot of time at the Maya stone gift shop which could be spent elsewhere in the town or Chichen Itza. If I had a car I would do it alone but going with a tour is the second best option, and Ekinox are a great company you can trust. They are punctual and care about the work. Oh wear a hat when visiting the ruins, drink lots of water and bring water shoes for Cenote. The lunch is late in the day so bring some snacks too.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much, Elaine, for taking the time to share such a detailed and balanced review! We’re very happy to know that you found the tour well organized, punctual, and reliable, and that you enjoyed the comfortable transportation, friendly guides, and especially the buffet lunch. We also appreciate you highlighting the convenience of experiencing so much in one day without having to worry about transportation. Your observations about the time spent at Chichén Itzá, the Grand Museum, language groups, and the gift shop are very valuable to us. A full-day itinerary requires balancing several stops, but we understand that some travelers would prefer additional time at the archaeological site or elsewhere along the route. Feedback like yours helps us continue evaluating how we can improve that balance. Thank you especially for describing Ekinox as a company travelers can trust. That means a great deal to our team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and all the useful tips you shared for future travelers!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent service....
Excellent service. Javier, our guide, was amazing. Highly recommend this tour! Everything was perfect
Response from the operator: Thank you! We are thrilled that everything was perfect and that Javier made the experience so special. We will gladly share your kind words with him!
via Viator
Diego was an incredible tour guide.So much knowledge he has.Thank you.
Diego is an incredible tour guide.He has so much knowledge and passion.Thank you so much.I would recommend my friends.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Diego's knowledge and passion made your experience so special. We'll gladly share your kind words with him, and we hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure soon!
via Tripadvisor
Full day trip to Chichen Itza, Valladolid and Cenote
Our family of 8 really enjoyed this trip. Guide Diego was very knowledgeable and introduced us to Mayan’s history and culture. Cenote was very refreshing and colonial town was vibrant and colourful. We definitely would recommend it to others.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your family enjoyed the experience and that Diego's knowledge helped bring Mayan history and culture to life. It's great to know you enjoyed the cenote and the vibrant atmosphere of the colonial town as well. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Diego. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $29 to $59
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 138
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ekinox Tours, who run 14 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.4 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tulum.
How much does Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine cost?
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Prices start at $29 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 from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine take?
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Plan for about 12 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 from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 393 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Tulum, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine?
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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 from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine?
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Around 138 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 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine 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 Chichen Itza from Cancun : Cenote, Valladolid and Mayan Cuisine, Chichen Itza from Playa with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine, Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour. 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.
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