Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch
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Is Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch worth booking?
Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch is a 12-hour experience in Cancun, Mexico, from $65 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (12)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $65 per person
The day starts with convenient pickup from your preferred location or designated meeting point, then you will be shuttled to Chichen-Itza, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and a World heritage site according to UNES
What you get
About this experience
The day starts with convenient pickup from your preferred location or designated meeting point, then you will be shuttled to Chichen-Itza, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and a World heritage site according to UNESCO. With skip-the-line access to the Archaeological site and led by a local expert you will learn everything you wanted to know about the Mayan Culture. Mayans had advanced knowledge on different sciences such as astronomy, architecture, math and agriculture. Learn about their discoveries and their contributions that remain until today. After, enjoy a refreshing swim at a Cenote. Cenotes are well-known in the region, these underground water bodies are not only a great option to swim and cool off, they hold a deeper meaning and ancient significance for the Mayan Civilization, here relish a delicious homemade lunch. Last stop is Valladolid, a small colorful town, brimmed with charm and history, A quick photo stop at Valladolid is the perfect way to end your journey.
What's included
Included
- Guided tour of Chichen-Itza, Cenote and Valladolid
- Skip-the-line access to Chichen-Itzá
- Lunch
- Roundtrip transportation to and from your centrally located hotel (Only if purchased)
Not included
- Chichen Itza tax and local fees
- Lifejackets rental US$2 and lockers US$5
- Hotel pickup and drop-off if you select the meeting point option
- Food and beverages not listed as inclusions
What you'll see and do
Chichen Itza
Visit one of the new seven wonders of the world and world-heritage site by UNESCO, Chichen-Itza. Learn about the Mayan culture, this civilization is considered as one of the greatest the world has ever seen. Their advanced knowledge and contributions remain until today.
120 minutes here
Temozon
Take a refreshing swim in one of the best and finest cenotes in the area. Cenotes are well known due to their unique setting, refreshing waters and deep meaning for ancient civilizations as sacred places.
90 minutes here
Valladolid
A charming Mexican colonial town and emerging destination, Valladolid. This colorful place is the perfect stop to take some pictures or stroll through the main Plaza.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cancun
Meet the tour at the parking lot of Captain's Cove Restaurant. You will confirm your exact departure time with the local tour operator. Please be ready and waiting at least 10 minutes prior the scheduled time.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Meet the tour at the parking lot of Captain's Cove Restaurant. You will confirm your exact departure time with the local tour operator. Please be ready and waiting at least 10 minutes prior the scheduled time.
Options you can book
Tour from Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen Area: This option includes hotel pickup and drop-off from most centrally located hotels in Playa del Carmen area. Pickup included
Tour from Tulum
Tulum - Meeting Point: This option does not include hotel pickup. You must meet the tour at the Parking Lot of Super Aki Tulum.
Tour from Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya Area: This option includes hotel pickup and drop-off from most centrally located hotels in Riviera Maya area. Pickup included
Tour from Cancun
Cancun Area: This option includes hotel pickup and drop-off from most centrally located hotels in Cancun area. Pickup included
Tour from Playa/Costa Mujeres
Playa/Costa Mujeres Area: This option includes hotel pickup and drop-off from most centrally located hotels in Playa Mujeres and Costa Mujeres area. Pickup included
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
- Cancun Travel Experience
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- An additional surcharge of US 35USD (700MXN) for international adult travelers or 20USD (400MXN) for Mexican citizens and 6USD (120MXN) for children are payable in cash on the day of your activity.
- You will confirm your exact pickup time with the local tour operator.
- Roundtrip transportation is available from most centrally located Cancun, Playa Mujeres, Costa Mujeres, Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya Hotels.
- Hotel pickup for reservations made within 24 hours is subject to availability. You may be provided with a nearby location.
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cenotes is the way to go if you are a swimmer!
Great trip, memorable! Thank you to Isaura [miss you] , A. Jesus and team, and the entire cancun Travel Experience network!
via Tripadvisor
Very informative, passionate, and eventful afternoon!
Picked up from hotel, quick stop at Valladolid’s Center, Chichen Itza tour of all temples and pyramids, lunch stop, and went swimming in the Cenotr Saamal/Selva Maya! The Chichen Itza was the highlight in the tour with fascinating history and connecting my existing knowledge of Mayan culture. Everything else was relaxing and a joy to see. Very passionate, super awesome! If you like history, you’ll love the tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the full experience from the scenic stop in Valladolid to the refreshing swim in the cenote. Chichen Itza is truly a fascinating place, and we're glad it helped deepen your connection to Mayan history. It's wonderful to hear the tour was both educational and relaxing. We really appreciate your kind words and would love to have you join us again for another adventure!
via Tripadvisor
8 hours of driving in a cramped bus
This tour took 14 hours, 8 of that was spent driving. They give you a small lunch at 12:30 pm but don’t drop you off at the hotel till 10:00 pm. Needless to say we were starving when we got back and were barely able to get food from the resort that late. The guides were very nice but the miserable drive made this activity not worth it.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the length of the tour didn’t meet your expectations. The tour does take approximately 12 hours due to the distance traveled, and we understand that the long drive can be tiring. We will certainly take your comments into account to improve the experience for future guests. We’re glad to hear that the guides were friendly, and we hope you’ll consider joining us again on a different excursion that may be more suitable for your preferences
via Viator
Increased surcharge on the day by $10 USD each. Everyone paid different amounts
While the venues we visited were fantastic, the tour guide was knowledgeable, the bus driver drove very safely, and the bus was very comfortable, the cost of the trip was very deceptive, and when I sought clarification on the final fee figure from the tour company itself via email and WhatsApp the day before the tour, plus the tour guide that morning who said it might depend on who you book with which I believe should not make a difference as we all went to the same places. I never received why it went from $35 USD surcharge payable on the day (which was stated at the time of booking, and still that figure remained on the day on the website), to the four of us being charged $45 USD each. The person in front of us only paid $40. This surcharge is the taxes, which they say varies from inflation. How can each booking vary? I never received a discount on the initial booking. It is a deceptive way to make extra money from you. The tour guide also tried to give you the guilt trip about how long of a day they work, how poor the workers at the site locations are, and that we should purchase things from them, forgetting that everyone on that trip has worked hard and long days to save up for this trip to Mexico.
Response from the operator: Dear Peita_S Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We truly appreciate you taking the time to express your concerns. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the venues, the knowledge of the tour guide, and the safety and comfort of the bus. However, we sincerely apologize for the confusion regarding the surcharge and the pricing discrepancy you experienced. We understand how frustrating it can be when pricing is not clear, and we agree that such inconsistencies should not occur. We will look into this matter to ensure all pricing is communicated transparently and that future guests do not face similar issues. Regarding the comments made by the tour guide, we regret that this made you uncomfortable. Our intention is never to pressure our guests into making purchases, and we will address this internally to make sure our team focuses on providing a pleasant and relaxed experience for all. We truly value your feedback, as it helps us improve. We hope you will give us another opportunity to serve you better in the future. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts, and we wish you all the best on your future travels. Kind regards, The Cancun Travel Experience Team
via Viator
Ghosted
Never got picked up. Despite the ticket mentioning the hotel name and multiple texts operator failed to pick us from the hotel. Utterly disappointed after waiting for an hour and three phone calls. We returned home without going to Chichen( tour was booked weeks in advance and our main reason to go to Cancun)
Response from the operator: Dear Raveen_A Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We are sorry we were unable to meet your expectations regarding the Chichen-Itza tour. According to our records, the hotel information you provided in your reservation was different from where you were located, and due to time and availability constraints, we were unable to pick you up. We tried to reschedule your activity so you could still enjoy it, but unfortunately, we were not successful. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. Once again, we apologize for not being able to provide you with an exceptional experience. Sincerely, The Cancun Travel Experience Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $89
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cancun.
How much does Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch 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 Cancun 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 Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch 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 Cancun is not rushed.
Is Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cancun, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch?
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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 Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch 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 Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch?
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Around 4 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 Cancun 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 Cancun and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chichen-Itza Mayan Temples, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch 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 Cancun 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 Cancun?
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On Outty we rank every Cancun experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Early Access to Chichen Itza All Inclusive with Valladolid and Cenote Swim, Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya, Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting. 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 Cancun?
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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 Cancun?
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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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