Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun
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Is Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun worth booking?
Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun is a 12-hour experience in Cancun, Mexico, from $2300 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 152 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (152)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $2300 per person
With this small group shared tour to Chichen Itza and EkBalam, you will arrive in the early morning to enjoy a full visit to the site before arriving the big crowd. We don't stop in places to shopping. We provide a cult
What you get
- All visits guided
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Early access to Chichen Itza
- Profesional guide speaking 100x100 English
About this experience
With this small group shared tour to Chichen Itza and EkBalam, you will arrive in the early morning to enjoy a full visit to the site before arriving the big crowd. We don't stop in places to shopping. We provide a cultural and history tour with our professional guides who explain to you all the details about the Mayan culture and Mexico's history. This not a tourist trap. Dont trust similar cheaper experiences, they will only waste your time and money with unnecessary stops. We have the best value for the experience provide Buffet lunch is included! Bottled water on board is included. Also enjoy the Mayan culture visiting a second site as EkBalam Note: Total time including the land transportation to the places to visit and come back to your hotel or meeting point is between 12 and 13 hours, depending on the location of your accomodation.
What's included
Included
- All visits guided
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Early access to Chichen Itza
- Profesional guide speaking 100x100 English
Not included
- Drinks at the restaurant
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
What you'll see and do
Zona Arqueologica de Chichen Itza
Arrive to Chichen Itza with the ruins just open to enjoy a full visit guide of 2 hours around. Know the old Chichen Itza where are the buildings as La Iglesia, Las Monjas, The Observatory and see 1 of the 2 cenotes inside the ruins. Take amazing pictures in Kukukkan castle without crowd around and enjoy a fantastic walk around to know the history of the Kukulkan Castle, 1000 Columnas Temple, Jaguar Temple and the biggest Ball Game stadium of Mayan Culture Total time in Chichen Itza is for 2 hours and a half. 1 hour 45 minutes visit guided and 45 minutes free time for take pictures, explore yourself the site or shopping souvenirs where you choice inside the ruins.
150 minutes here · Admission not included
Cenote Hubiku
Discover one of the most impressive cenotes underground in Yucatan the Cenote Hubiku where you can take a refreshing swim under hundreds of stalactites after visiting Chichen Itza ruins. After the swimming, you enjoy a reginal buffet lunch at the Cenote restaurant.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Next, visit Ek Balam, an off-the-beaten-track Yucatec-Maya archaeological site with incredible carvings hidden in a jungle landscape. Climb the soaring Acropolis pyramid, the highest point of the ruins. Note: Total time including the land transportation to the places to visit and come back to your hotel or meeting point is between 11 and 12 hours, depending on the location of your accomodation.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cancun
We don´t provide pick up service at the hotels or places in Puerto Juarez, Playa Mujeres or Isla Blanca. Customers staying in these areas must arrive by their way to the meeting point in Oasis Smart Cancun at 6:00 am
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
We don´t provide pick up service at the hotels or places in Puerto Juarez, Playa Mujeres or Isla Blanca. Customers staying in these areas must arrive by their way to the meeting point in Oasis Smart Cancun at 6:00 am
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
- NS Vacations Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Note: Total time including the land transportation to the places to visit and come back to your hotel or meeting point is between 11 and 12 hours, depending on the location of your accomodation.
- What to bring: Towel, swimsuite, flip flops, change clothes and cash for the taxes and other expenses
- Itineray could be change for logistics reasons
- From 1st February 2026 Chichen and Ekbalam taxes are 1500 MXN per person
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 152 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
152 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beautiful sites that need to be seen
This is a great deal on a great trip. It was really really hot in July. Carmen and Rodrigo always had cold water for us at every stop. We went to Chichan itza, hubiku cenote, and ekbalam ruins. The cenote was one of the most beautiful things I have seen. Rodrigo was an amazing driver who agreed to drop us off with other guests as opposed to our hotel. Carmen was an amazing guide. She had to do a bilingual tour which was challenging for everybody, but she did it seamlessly. The sites are worth seeing, these two guides are worth their weight in gold. I highly recommend this trip.
Response from the operator: Hi Peggy We are so glad to know you enjoyed the activities with us. Thank you so much for your fantastic review. Kind regards
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More fun than one human should have.
Both Chichen Itza and Ek Balam were awesome. Make sure you have plenty of endurance and calories when you Climb Ek Balam. Shout out to Miguel for keeping an eye on me. Rodrigo got us there safe and sound. Thank you for that. Make sure you take a packed lunch because the food at the buffet was utterly terrible. Swimming at the cenote is a must because you are gonna need to cool down after Chichen Itza. Thank you guys so much for this experience. It was a pleasure.
Response from the operator: Hi Charles We are so glad to know you enjoyed the activities with us. Thank you so much for your fantastic review. Kind regards
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A highlight of our trip
Miguel was an excellent guide and we also had a wonderful driver. We had 14 people in our group. Half were picked up directly from our hotels in the van we traveled in and the other half met us as a gas station where we could get a coffee/drink/snacks and exchange money if needed. Miguel made good use of the long ride by sharing history along the way. Chechen Itza was amazing but we found the Ek balam to be the highlight because it was far less crowded and more accessible. Hubiku Cenote was also excellent. Along with a nice cool swim we also enjoyed the quiet grounds and buffet. The entire trip from pickup to drop off was about 13 hours. Miguel and our driver took great care of us all day long. This day was a highlight of our entire trip. Things to know: 1. Extra fees not included cover taxes and entrance fees and must be in Pesos. That way if the systems are down there are no problems getting in. There’s a money exchange at the meeting point if needed but most hotels also have an ATM. 2. Great communication through WhatsApp. We received our exact pick up time the day before and they arrived promptly on time. 3. The Cenote has nice grounds and sitting areas so if you don’t want to swim it’s still a peaceful and calm experience. 4. They provide cold bottled water throughout the day which was really nice. Overall, I’d highly recommend this tour. It was informative, fun, and relaxing.
Response from the operator: Hi Emily We are so glad to know you enjoyed the activities with us. Thank you so much for your fantastic review. Kind regards
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Be aware of additional costs!
The provided price is not a final price! You have to add 50% for taxes and service fees. This is not disclosed. In addition, the restaurant serves cheap food which is included in the price of the tour, but we had to pay $5 per bottle of water. Basically, you are paying for a meal one way or the other.
Response from the operator: Good afternoon Marek Thanks for your review All the information about the taxes payment is released at the tour description. Is your responsability to know what is included and what is not included. Also the information is realeased in "important information you must to know" . The problem is that you booked and didnt read the tour description. About the restaurant is a buffet lunch with several options, we dont think so was "cheap food" as you described. We have very possitive reviews about the buffet lunch. Restaurant drinks fee is not under our control Kind regards
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Bad experience
1. You need an extra $160 USD for taxes to get in to these places that they text you about less than 24hrs before so you don’t have time to cancel. 2. They provided “lunch” at Habiku which was an outdoor buffet. It was terrible and I experience food poisoning for the first time. 3. Be prepared to get hassled at every step.. we experienced this everywhere we went and some people are very sneaky. You can get much better quality things for the same price or better at the airport. 3. The tour guide and driver were nice and did a good job explaining the history of chichen itza but I would have gone through my hotel for this excursion if I had known better.
Response from the operator: Good afternoon Shawn, about your points: 1. All the information about the taxes payment is released at the tour description. Is your responsability to know what is included and what is not included. Also the information is realeased in "important information you must to know" . The problem is that you booked and didnt read the tour description. 2. We are so sorry for it , we are goign to talk with the cenote about it. Have you got a medical report please ? Really was for the cenote food? 3. Who hassled you at every step, the sellers at Chichen Itza? Imagine booked a tour in your hotel, almost are tourist trap and also be hassled in every step 4. Our staff is very professional and always do a good job as you can see in all the good reviews, we provided you the service to a group of 8 people, if you will booked a tour in your hotel you will be in a big bus, with other 50 people, stoping in several places for shoping, tourist trap, Very different service that we provided you, 2 archeological sites and 1 cenote. This kind of service is not provide for the agencies in the hotels. Kind regards
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 53
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
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Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cancun.
How much does Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun cost?
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Prices start at $2300 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 Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun 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 Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 152 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Cancun, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun?
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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 Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 12-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun?
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Around 53 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 Small Group Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote and Ekbalam from Cancun 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.
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