Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation in Cancun, Mexico
Cancun, Mexico

Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation

Outty Ranking 77 4.5 · 338 traveler reviews12.5 hoursFrom $19
Instant mobile ticketSpots available today

Outty Ranking

77/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.5/5

Based on 338 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation worth booking?

Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation is a 12.5-hour experience in Cancun, Mexico, from $19 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 338 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
77 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (338)
Duration
12.5 hours
From
$19 per person

We are a registered and established tourism company with more than 5 years of experience operating excursions in the Yucatán Peninsula. Our tour to Chichén Itzá is designed and perfected to provide maximum comfort, punctuality, and safety. During the excursion, our certified official guide will share the history of Mayan culture while admiring iconic monuments such as the Pyramid of Kukulcan, the Temple of the Warriors, and the Ball Game. We guarantee a close, professional, and high-quality service from start to finish.

What you get

    About this experience

    We are a registered and established tourism company with more than 5 years of experience operating excursions in the Yucatán Peninsula. Our tour to Chichén Itzá is designed and perfected to provide maximum comfort, punctuality, and safety. During the excursion, our certified official guide will share the history of Mayan culture while admiring iconic monuments such as the Pyramid of Kukulcan, the Temple of the Warriors, and the Ball Game. We guarantee a close, professional, and high-quality service from start to finish.

    What's included

    Included

    • Photo stop and free time in Valladolid.
    • Visit and free time to swim in a natural cenote.
    • Guided tour of the archaeological zone of Chichén Itzá.
    • Lunch
    • Round trip transportation from your hotel or meeting point (air-conditioned unit).

    Not included

    • Local charge to pay when boarding the bus
    • Vest rental

    What you'll see and do

    1. Plaza la Fiesta

      We will pick you up at your hotel, the selected meeting point and we will board the main bus in "Plaza la Isla 2" where we will travel to the Yaxkin restaurant.

      150 minutes here

    2. Yaxkin Souvenirs Cancun

      That location is the first stop. Here you will enjoy a Mayan ceremony, find a craft store and taste chocolates and food.

      120 minutes here

    3. Chichen Itza

      Visit to Chichén Itzá with a guide in Spanish and English. Our professional guides will immerse you in the Mayan world and tell you the best kept secrets in Chichén Itzá. Welcome to one of the 7 wonders of the world.

      180 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. Valladolid

      Brief visit to the beautiful magical town of Valladolid, in the heart of Yucatan to admire the splendor of colonial Mexico.

      30 minutes here

    5. Sacred Cenote

      You will visit the beautiful Sacred cenote. Together with our driver and our guide you will arrive at a sacred cenote where you can swim, you will have one hour free to enjoy the cenote. None of the options include a life jacket, which is mandatory if you want to swim in the cenote. A vest is mandatory and is not included in the tour value.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    6. Plaza la Fiesta

      On the way back we will drop you off at your hotel, the same meeting point where we picked you up or the starting point "plaza la isla 2".

      150 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Cancun

    We pick them up at Coco Bongo

    Meeting point

    Cancun

    Select this meeting point if your tour contains El Cenote Saamal. You will meet clients in the parking lot of the Artesanias market where they will check in and the experience will begin.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    We pick them up at Coco Bongo

    Ends at

    Select this meeting point if your tour contains El Cenote Saamal. You will meet clients in the parking lot of the Artesanias market where they will check in and the experience will begin.

    Options you can book

    • PLUS

      LUNCH + DRINKS: buffet lunch with 1 drink. Beverages on board (Access rules for Chichen Itza: alcoholic beverages after the visit) Pickup included

    • LUXURY PRIVATE TOUR

      BOX LUNCH, LUNCH, AND DRINKS.: Includes box lunch, buffet lunch with 2 drinks and drinks on the bus. PRIVATE AND FLEXIBLE EXPERIENCE: Private and exclusive service for your group in a vehicle with A/C, flexible pickup and visit schedule Pickup included

    • CLASSIC with 2 cenotes

      Saamal cenote and Noolha cenote: Visit the 2 cenotes, no drinks or breakfast Pickup included

    • PREMIER

      BOX LUNCH + LUNCH + DRINKS: Box lunch Beverages on board (Access rules: alcoholic beverages after visiting Chichen Itza) Buffet food + 2 drinks MEETING POINT:: We can pick you up by your hotel (if it is listed) or by a meeting point. Pickup included

    • CLASSIC

      Buffet food, without drinks. CLASSIC (Cenote Saamal) Pickup included

    • CLASSIC for Mexicans with INE

      Exclusive rate for Mexican: Classic Tour with exclusive rate for Mexicans, the tour is shared, you must pay the rate of 870mxn upon boarding. 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 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    CARIBE MEX TOURS

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Please present yourself with personal documentation and if you are Mexican, notify it here.

    Photos

    Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation in Cancun, photo 2Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation in Cancun, photo 3Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation in Cancun, photo 4Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation in Cancun, photo 5Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation in Cancun, photo 6Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation in Cancun, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 334 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Pace and timing

    4 mentions

    Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    334 verified traveler reviews for Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    246
    4 star
    40
    3 star
    21
    2 star
    11
    1 star
    16
    Sort
    Melissa_L · October 2026

    We had a wonderful time...

    We had a wonderful time on our tour! Our guides were wonderful, so friendly and so knowledgeable. They were extremely accommodating, we would gladly book this tour again.

    Response from the operator: It's so wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed your day out with us! Knowing that our guides made you feel so welcome with their warm hospitality and deep knowledge really makes our day. Hearing that you'd gladly travel with us again is honestly the best compliment we could ever hope for. Can't wait to welcome you back for another round whenever you're ready! Best, Caribe Mex Team

    via Viator

    bbel2026 · October 2026

    Awesome Tour!

    This tour was awesome, we learned so much about the Maya culture, We were very impressed with the Cenotes and Pyramids. Hector the tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable, also very accommodating. We enjoyed the food as well, 100% recommend.

    Response from the operator: Hi bbel2026, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to know you had an awesome experience exploring the Mayan culture, the impressive cenotes, and the pyramids with us. Hearing that Hector’s knowledge and attentive service made your day so memorable means the world to us. Your recommendation is the best reward for our entire team. We hope to welcome you back again on your next visit to Mexico! Warm regards, The Caribe Mex Team

    via Tripadvisor

    Matee_S · October 2026

    I had an amazing...

    I had an amazing experience on this tour! Everything was well organized from start to finish, and the service was excellent. The tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience enjoyable and memorable. The itinerary was well planned, with plenty of time to explore, relax, and take in the beautiful surroundings. My hotel was not included in the pick up and they arranged the pick up and drop off.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! At Caribe Mex, we always aim to go the extra mile to ensure every detail is covered, including smooth pickup arrangements for all our guests. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the organized itinerary, the cenote, and our guide's service on this Chichen Itza tour. It was a true pleasure hosting you!

    via Viator

    B5881XIreginak · September 2026

    A trip through history.

    Our guide was awesome and very knowledgeable.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for the 5 stars! At Caribe Mex, we're proud of our guides and thrilled you enjoyed learning the history of Chichen Itza with us.

    via Tripadvisor

    39logans · September 2026

    The perfect day trip

    It’s a long day, that’s for sure. That being said, it was SO fun. The stops at Chichikan and Chichen Itza were fascinating and pickup and drop off couldn’t have been easier. Juam is an absolutely perfect storyteller and he kept us entertained and engaged for longer than I thought possible. I couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide. His knowledge of Mayan history was thrilling and he did such a great job of engaging with us for like 10 hours. He makes you want to be his friend after the tour. Victor probably doesn’t get enough credit for all the work he puts in behind the scenes. Every single aspect of the trip went flawlessly thanks to his planning and execution. Lorenzo is a master behind the wheel. I never once felt unsafe with him driving and he maneuvered that massive bus through some really tight spaces with laser precision. I’d take this tour all over again if I got the chance.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for such an incredible review! At Caribe Mex, we know it's a long day, so hearing that Juam, Victor, and Lorenzo made it so seamless and fun means the world to us. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to all three of them. Thank you for choosing us for your Chichen Itza day trip!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    12.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $19 to $1,050
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    118
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by CARIBE MEX TOURS, who run 4 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.4.

    See everything CARIBE MEX TOURS runs

    Why this scores 77

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)64
    Review evidence (18% weight)84
    Booking momentum (14% weight)81
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)74
    Local standing (8% weight)56
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cancun.

    How much does Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation cost?

    +

    Prices start at $19 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 Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation take?

    +

    Plan for about 12.5 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 Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation worth it?

    +

    It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 338 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 Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation?

    +

    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 Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation suitable for kids and families?

    +

    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation?

    +

    Around 118 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?

    +

    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 12.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation start and how do I get there?

    +

    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?

    +

    On Outty we rank every Cancun 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, Early Access to Chichen Itza with optional pick-up, Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and 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?

    +

    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?

    +

    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?

    +

    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.

    What is included in Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation?

    +

    Included: Photo stop and free time in Valladolid; Visit and free time to swim in a natural cenote; Guided tour of the archaeological zone of Chichén Itzá; Lunch; and Round trip transportation from your hotel or meeting point (air-conditioned unit). Not included: Local charge to pay when boarding the bus; and Vest rental. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation include hotel pickup?

    +

    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 98 listed pickup locations in and around Cancun. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation offered in?

    +

    It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation?

    +

    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation wheelchair or stroller accessible?

    +

    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation if the weather is bad?

    +

    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation?

    +

    Across 338 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    What booking options are available for Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation?

    +

    There are 6 options to choose from, including PLUS, LUXURY PRIVATE TOUR, CLASSIC with 2 cenotes, PREMIER. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

    Ready to lock in your spot?

    Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá with Cenote, Lunch, and Transportation.

    Pick your date