Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City
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Is Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City worth booking?
Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City is a 9-hour experience in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, from $75 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $75 per person
Discover Ek Balam from Cancun with our tailored tours: Express, Guided, or All-Inclusive. Each offers a unique adventure: Express: Depart for Ek Balam, explore its ruins, and Valladolid. Guided Tour: Expert insights a
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
About this experience
Discover Ek Balam from Cancun with our tailored tours: Express, Guided, or All-Inclusive. Each offers a unique adventure: Express: Depart for Ek Balam, explore its ruins, and Valladolid. Guided Tour: Expert insights accompany you as you explore Ek Balam, Chuckum Cenote with a delicious lunch then Valladolid with a knowledgeable guide. All-Inclusive: Enjoy luxury transport with drinks on board , Ek Balam at your own pace , State tax included . Exclusive time at Chuckum Cenote with refreshments, and a delicious lunch and Valladolid Colonial city visit
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Lunch in Express Option
- State Tax $35 us Cash per person in Guided Tour and Express Options.
- Guide in Express Option
- Gratuities ( Optional )
What you'll see and do
Ek Balam
You decide at what time you would like to get picked up , this private transportation gives you the chance to enjoy Ek Balam At your Own pace.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Playa del Carmen
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Guided Tour
Guided Tour with Cenote Lunch : Guided Tour with Cenote Lunch & Colonial City Valladolid Pickup included
All Inclusive Option
All Inclusive Option: All Inclusive with Guide, Lunch, Cenote Swim , Valladolid Visit , State Tax Pickup included
Express Transportation Only
Private Transportation only: Private Ek Balam transportation only 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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cancun Vacation Experts
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Additional toll-free numbers to reconfirm:
- From the US or Canada: 1 800 493 1427
- Reminders for your day of travel:
- Comfortable lightweight clothing Good walking shoes or sneakers
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Biodegradable sun block
- Swimming suit and towel
- Extra change of clothing
- Please note that once you arrive to Cancun/Riviera Maya, you will be on U.S. Eastern Standard time (EST). You must manually set your smartphone's clock/personal watch ahead one hour in order to align with the correct time. This will guarantee that you don't miss your tour.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Money WELL Spent!!!!!!!
This was the best money I've ever spent. You get exactly what it says. They show up on time, drive you straight to Ek Balam, wait as long as you'd like while you tour the ruins, then back to the hotel. We arrived hours before the big bus tours. There were maybe 6 people there. I hired an onsite guide to walk me through. Since I was alone, I was able to spend a solid hour with the guide from beginning to end. It was amazing. Then I spent another hour going back through for more pictures. And best of all, at least for now, all of Ek Balam can be climbed including the 95 foot tall palace. It's tricky but well worth the work. I visited Coba, Tulum, and Chichen Itza and would say Ek Balam by far was the best. Especially with this offer. What a once in a lifetime experience. Gracias amigos!!!!!
Response from the operator: Dear James, We cannot thank you enough for your kind words about our private tour to Ek Balam. Your review means a lot to us and makes us see that we are on the right track! We cannot thank you enough for your kind words about our trip to Tulum and Coba. Your review means a lot to us and makes us see that we are on the right track!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $75 to $1122
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa del Carmen.
How much does Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City cost?
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Prices start at $75 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa del Carmen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Playa del Carmen is not rushed.
Is Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City 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 (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Playa del Carmen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City?
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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 Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City?
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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 Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ek Balam Private Tour, Cenote and Valladolid Colonial City 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 Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen?
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On Outty we rank every Playa del Carmen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour, VIP Tulum Private Tour, Chichen Itza Private Tour VIP. 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 Playa del Carmen?
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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 Playa del Carmen?
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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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