Chichen Itza, Yucatecan Buffet, Cenote Saamal and Valladolid

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Embark on a lovely journey to Chichén Itzá, where history and comfort seamlessly blend. Begin with a hassle-free hotel pickup in Cancun, followed by a scenic ride on panoramic buses that offer breathtaking views of the Yucatán Peninsula. Let our certified guides immerse you in the rich history of the region with captivating stories and insights.

Savor an exquisite Mayan buffet lunch, featuring a wide array of authentic regional dishes. Dive deep into the wonders of Chichén Itzá with a guided tour that reveals the secrets of this ancient civilization, followed by ample free time to explore and capture your own memories.

Rejuvenate at the stunning Saamal cenote, a peaceful oasis surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yucatán. Cap off your adventure with a brief visit to the charming colonial town of Valladolid, where cobblestone streets and historic architecture offer a glimpse into Mexico's storied past.

What's Included

Brief visit to the historic city of Valladolid, Yucatán
Certified guides specialized in archeology and Mayan culture who will accompany you
Visit to the Cenote “Saamal”, Swimming is allowed
Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
Round trip aboard our luxury air-conditioned panoramic buses
Pick-up in shared transportation from your hotel
Guided tour (bilingual) to Chichen Itzá and free time to walk and take photos on site archaeological
Drinks in the restaurant or lifejackets for cenote (This can be added with the pricing options)
Local ecotaxes and service fee (765 MXN per taveler)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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: 6:40 AM / 7:40 AM Puerto Morelos: 7:30 AM / 8:30 AM Playa del Carmen: 7:30 AM / 9:00 AM Riviera Maya: 9:30 AM / 10:30 AM Tulum: 9:30 AM / 10:30 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

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cancun

    We’ll kick off the day by picking up all our guests from their hotels or designated meeting points at the scheduled time, starting as early as 6:40 AM. You’ll receive your exact pickup time the day before the tour. Pickup times may vary between 1 to 2 hours, depending on your location.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Chichen Itza

    Discover the wonders of one of the world’s most iconic ancient sites, Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage location. We’ll spend 2.5 hours exploring this historic marvel, with a guided tour for the first half, allowing you to dive deep into its fascinating history. The rest of the time is yours to capture stunning photos and admire the awe-inspiring structures at your leisure. Afterward, we’ll journey for about an hour to the serene Saamal Cenote.

    3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Cenote Saamal

    After exploring the ancient site, we’ll make our way to the breathtaking Saamal Cenote, famous for its crystal-clear waters and stunning natural beauty. Following this refreshing stop, we’ll indulge in an authentic Mayan buffet. You’ll have a total of 2.5 hours to swim in the cenote and savor the delicious local cuisine. The journey to this picturesque location will take approximately 1 hour.

    3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Valladolid

    Our final stop will be a 30-45-minute tour of the charming city of Valladolid, where you can soak in the colonial architecture and vibrant culture. To wrap up our adventure, we’ll head back to the van and begin the return journey to your hotels, which will take approximately 2 hours.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Transporting luggage is subject to availability, you must ask if there is availability in your transportation or write it in special requests. You can take the following with you without prior notice: hand luggage, backpacks, personal items. Larger luggage must have prior notice to accommodate it. The extra cost to transport luggage varies depending on dimensions.
  • The ages registered at the time of reservation must match those declared at check-in. If it differs, if a passenger is registered as an infant or minor, and due to his age he is already considered an adult, the ticket is updated at check-in and the difference is paid for conversion to a higher ticket.
  • Infants can join the group, keep in mind that since their entry is free, they must sit on the lap of their parents/guardians during transportation, and for safety reasons they cannot participate in the activities (given their complexity), must be accompanied by their parents/guardians. Although the staff and guides accompanies the group, for safety reasons they cannot take care of the baby (for example, carry it or hold him/her in their arms) while the adults carry out the activities.
  • In case the transportation service shows up for boarding, but for some reason you did not board on time or could not show up, you have the opportunity to reschedule the excursion for our next departure with availability (cost for rescheduling varies depending on the characteristics of the reservation). These reservations will no longer be eligible for refund.
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