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Leave the beach scenery behind for a full-day route into Yucatan, where the story of the ancient Maya, two striking cenotes, local cuisine, and a colonial town come together in one shared experience.
The main highlight of the day is Chichen Itza, one of Mexico’s most famous archaeological landmarks. During the guided visit, travelers will discover the meaning behind its temples, symbols, architecture, legends, and the role this ancient city played in the Maya world. After the explanation, there will be time to explore independently.
The journey then shifts into Yucatan’s natural landscapes with two cenote visits. Suytun offers a memorable underground-style setting with cool freshwater, while Ik Kil delivers a dramatic open-air cenote experience framed by rock walls and hanging vegetation. A regional buffet lunch is included near Ik Kil before the day continues to Valladolid, a colorful colonial city that adds a warm cultural ending to the route.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We offer roundtrip transportation (from hotel or meeting point, as applicable) for all travelers who book this tour.
Areas to which the transportation service applies:
CANCUN:
• Downtown Cancun
• Hotel zone
• Puerto Juarez
• Playa Mujeres
• Costa Mujeres
• Puerto Cancun
PUERTO MORELOS:
• Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarket
PLAYA DEL CARMEN:
• Downtown Playa del Carmen (for hotels on the coast, due to the narrow streets, the closest meeting point applies)
• Hotel zone
• Playacar
• Dorado Royale
• Playa Paraiso
• Punta Maroma
• El Caracol
• Paa Mul
RIVIERA MAYA:
• Puerto Aventuras
• Xpu Ha
• Akumal
• Chemuyil
TULUM:
• Downtown Tulum, hotel zone and metropolitan area: Only one meeting point applies within the city, Super Akí Tulum supermarket.
• Tulsayab
• Jacinto Pat
• Xcacel
NOTE:
Some hotels or hotel complexes on the list do not allow access to the facilities, so pick-up at the closest possible access or entrance applies.
NOTE 2:
Some hotels or lodging centers are located in areas with difficult access (very narrow streets, alleys, streets in poor condition, blockages, or for security reasons), so pick-up at the closest possible point applies.
NOTE 3:
The exact pick-up time varies by hotel. Some estimated times are:
Cancun: 6:05 AM / 7:00 AM
Puerto Morelos: 6:45 AM / 8:00 AM
Playa del Carmen: 7:00 AM / 9:00 AM
Riviera Maya: 7:30 AM / 10:30 AM
Tulum: 7:00 AM / 8:00 AM
The time that appears on your ticket (7:00 AM) is the general pick-up time in Cancun, where our buses depart and pick up.
*** If your hotel is not listed, please ask us if we can pick you up there, or what would be the closest possible meeting point. ***
*** You will receive a final confirmation message (one day before the scheduled date of your excursion) with the exact pick-up time and point, to your contact information. ***
Itinerary
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1Cancun
The experience begins in Cancun with morning pickup and check-in for the shared transportation. After travelers board and the group is organized, the route heads inland toward Yucatan and the Chichen Itza region. This first part of the day is the transition from the Caribbean coast to a route shaped by archaeology, cenote waters, local food, and colonial scenery.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Chichen Itza
Before arriving at the archaeological site, the route may include a short stop near points of interest close to Chichen Itza. Once the group reaches the area, travelers will continue with the guides toward the entrance for the main cultural visit of the day. Inside Chichen Itza, the guided portion lasts approximately 1 hour. The guide will explain the site’s history, architectural details, myths, cultural value, and importance within the ancient Maya world. After the guided visit, travelers will have about 1 hour of free time to walk through the site independently, take photos, visit souvenir areas, or purchase a drink or snack before meeting the group again.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Suytun Cenote
After Chichen Itza, the tour continues toward Suytun Cenote. The drive from the archaeological area takes approximately 45 minutes. This stop introduces a different side of the day, replacing stone temples and open plazas with cool freshwater and one of Yucatan’s most recognizable cenote settings. Cenotes had deep significance for the ancient Maya and were often associated with sacred beliefs and the underworld. At Suytun, travelers will have time to swim, enjoy the clear water, and experience a unique natural setting in the peninsula.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Cenote Ik kil
The second cenote stop takes place at Ik Kil, a well-known natural site surrounded by tall rock walls, hanging vegetation, and a dramatic open-air atmosphere. Travelers will have approximately 45 minutes to swim and enjoy the refreshing water. Near Ik Kil, the experience also includes a buffet lunch with regional dishes and traditional Mexican flavors. This meal stop gives travelers time to eat, rest, and recharge before continuing toward the final visit of the day.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Valladolid
The final stop is Valladolid, a colonial city in Yucatan known for its colorful streets, relaxed rhythm, local traditions, and charming architecture. Travelers will have approximately 30 to 45 minutes of free time to walk around, take photos, enjoy the surroundings, and experience the local character of one of the region’s most representative historic towns.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Cancun
After the visit to Valladolid, travelers will board the transportation again and begin the return journey toward Cancun and the Riviera Maya. The ride back gives the group time to rest after a full day that included Chichen Itza, Suytun Cenote, Ik Kil Cenote, buffet lunch, and the colonial atmosphere of Valladolid. The tour concludes once travelers arrive at their confirmed drop-off points.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Large bags, suitcases, or extra luggage are not automatically accepted on this tour. They can only be brought if our team approves the request before the service date and if the vehicle assigned to your reservation has enough available space. Travelers who need to bring luggage must contact us in advance so the transportation setup can be reviewed. Space is limited, and authorization is subject to the operation of the day. Approval should never be assumed.
- Since April 21, 2026, archaeological sites in Mexico have applied security rules that restrict entry with backpacks, luggage, and similar belongings. For the visit, we recommend carrying only essential items. The most practical option is to bring small belongings that can fit in your pockets or in a compact personal bag. Some items, such as diaper bags, may be considered exceptions, but the final decision is made directly by the security personnel at the entrance. We are not responsible for any item that is refused by the archaeological site. During this tour, travelers may leave belongings inside the transportation vehicle while completing the scheduled visits.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Large bags, suitcases, or extra luggage are not automatically accepted on this tour. They can only be brought if our team approves the request before the service date and if the vehicle assigned to your reservation has enough available space. Travelers who need to bring luggage must contact us in advance so the transportation setup can be reviewed. Space is limited, and authorization is subject to the operation of the day. Approval should never be assumed.
- Since April 21, 2026, archaeological sites in Mexico have applied security rules that restrict entry with backpacks, luggage, and similar belongings. For the visit, we recommend carrying only essential items. The most practical option is to bring small belongings that can fit in your pockets or in a compact personal bag. Some items, such as diaper bags, may be considered exceptions, but the final decision is made directly by the security personnel at the entrance. We are not responsible for any item that is refused by the archaeological site. During this tour, travelers may leave belongings inside the transportation vehicle while completing the scheduled visits.
- Access to the bus or minibus is only allowed at the official boarding time announced by the guide or staff. Guests may not enter the vehicle ahead of schedule, and they may not remain inside while the rest of the group is away. This rule is applied because other travelers may have belongings stored inside the vehicle, and controlled access helps protect everyone’s personal items.
- Transportation units and seats are assigned by the operations team according to availability, route planning, group size, and the needs of the day. Guests cannot select a specific bus, minibus, seat, row, or space through the platform, at pickup, or directly with staff. Although our team will always try to keep the ride comfortable, no exact vehicle or seat can be reserved, blocked, or guaranteed.
- If you are traveling with friends, relatives, or another group under a different booking, please notify us before the tour date if you would like to travel together. When all travelers depart from the same accommodation, our team may try to coordinate the request, although it is not guaranteed. If the pickup points are in the same city but at different hotels, we may review the possibility, but traveling together still cannot be assured. Reservations departing from different cities cannot be coordinated in the same vehicle.
- This tour only includes pickup from the cities and zones listed in the Transportation section of the product. Travelers cannot join the experience directly at Chichen Itza, at any attraction on the itinerary, or at any location outside the approved pickup coverage. For example, arriving at Chichen Itza in your own vehicle to meet the group is not permitted. Pickup from a hotel within the listed service area, such as Moon Palace Resort, may be possible depending on the coverage shown for the tour. For safety, communication, and proper organization, every traveler must meet our team in the morning at the assigned pickup point, board the official transportation, and complete the required check-in process before the tour begins.
- If your reservation does not yet include a confirmed hotel or meeting point, this information must be sent to our team no later than the day before the tour. From Monday to Saturday, the cutoff time is 21:50 hrs, GMT-5. On Sundays, the cutoff time is 8:00 PM, GMT-5. The information may be sent through any available contact channel. After the cutoff time, last-minute pickup arrangements can no longer be processed. If the required hotel or meeting point is not received on time, the reservation will automatically move to the next available date. This change has no additional cost, fee, or penalty. However, once the automatic rescheduling has been applied, the booking will no longer be eligible for a refund.
- The durations shown in the itinerary describe the full time assigned to each segment of the route. These times may include transportation between locations, the visit itself, activity time, boarding, organization, and the time needed to continue or return along the itinerary. They should not be interpreted as the exact amount of time spent only inside each attraction. Please use the itinerary as an approximate guide to the overall flow of the day.
- Our team works to keep the experience as close as possible to the planned schedule. However, the timing of the tour also depends on guests being ready at pickup and returning on time at every stop. Traffic, road conditions, and route-related delays may also affect the schedule and are outside our control. Please follow the meeting times indicated by the guide and respect the time assigned at each location. Even a very small delay can accumulate during the day and affect the rest of the operation.
- The box lunch included with this experience is a fixed standard option. It cannot be changed, replaced, or adapted for dietary needs, food restrictions, allergies, personal preferences, or special requests.
- This experience includes a considerable amount of walking. Comfortable shoes and practical clothing are recommended so travelers can move around more easily throughout the day.
- Lunch is served as a regional Mexican buffet. Travelers may choose from the food available at the restaurant, including vegetarian options. At this time, the buffet cannot be customized for other specific dietary requirements, restrictions, allergies, or personal meal preferences.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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