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Discover some of Yucatán’s most memorable landscapes and cultural treasures on a shared full-day experience that brings together ancient history, refreshing cenote waters, local cuisine, and colonial beauty.
The day starts with morning transportation as you travel toward Chichen Itza, one of the most important archaeological sites in Mexico. Once there, your guide will lead you through the stories, structures, symbols, and traditions that shaped this legendary Maya city. After the guided portion, you’ll have time to explore independently.
The experience then shifts from history to nature with visits to two remarkable cenotes. At Suytun, you’ll encounter a unique underground setting with a mystical feel, while Ik Kil offers a dramatic open-air environment framed by stone walls and lush vegetation. Between these stops, enjoy a buffet lunch before continuing to Valladolid, a charming colonial town known for its colorful streets, peaceful ambience, and authentic Yucatecan character.
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
Your tour starts early with the pickup and boarding process in Cancun or the assigned meeting area. As this is a shared experience, guests may be collected from different points, so the first part of the morning is dedicated to organizing the group, checking everyone in, and getting travelers comfortably settled before leaving the city. Once the transportation is ready to depart, the journey toward the archaeological region of Chichen Itza begins. The ride is approximately 3 hours, giving you time to rest, enjoy the road, and prepare for one of the most memorable cultural visits in the Yucatan Peninsula.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Chichen Itza
As the group approaches Chichen Itza, the route may include a short stop near areas of interest located close to the archaeological zone. Upon arrival, travelers will get off the vehicle and continue on foot with the guides toward the entrance area. Before entering, the guide will provide useful instructions, meeting details, and important information to help the group move smoothly through the visit. Inside Chichen Itza, the experience includes approximately 1 hour of guided exploration. During this time, the guide will share the meaning, history, legends, architecture, and cultural value of this remarkable ancient Mayan city. Afterward, travelers will have around 1 additional hour to enjoy the site independently, take pictures, browse nearby souvenir areas, or purchase a drink or snack if desired. Please pay close attention to the guide’s instructions, especially regarding the exact time and place to meet before returning to the transportation.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Suytun Cenote
The route continues toward Suytun Cenote, a well-known natural site famous for its unique setting and beautiful underground atmosphere. For the ancient Maya, cenotes were much more than natural pools; they were sacred places connected to spiritual traditions, nature, and the underworld. The transfer from the archaeological area to the cenote takes approximately 45 minutes. Once there, travelers will have time to enjoy the refreshing water and admire one of the most distinctive cenote landscapes in the region. A swimsuit is recommended, as this stop includes time for swimming.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Ik Kil
Another highlight of the day is Ik Kil Cenote, one of the most recognized cenotes in Yucatan. Its dramatic stone walls, hanging vegetation, and open natural surroundings create a powerful and beautiful place to connect with the region’s landscape. During this visit, travelers will have approximately 45 minutes to swim and enjoy the cenote. This stop also includes a buffet-style lunch nearby, where you can try regional dishes and traditional Mexican flavors before continuing with the rest of the itinerary.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Valladolid
The experience then continues to Valladolid, a charming colonial city in Yucatan known for its colorful streets, calm rhythm, local character, and traditional architecture. This visit offers a different side of the day, allowing travelers to experience the cultural atmosphere of a historic Yucatecan town. Guests will usually have around 30 to 45 minutes of free time to walk through the area, take photos, enjoy the surroundings, and explore at their own pace. This final visit adds a relaxed cultural ending to a day that combines ancient history, natural cenotes, regional food, and local traditions.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Cancun
After the free time in Valladolid, the guide will confirm the meeting point and boarding time for the return trip. Once the group is back on the vehicle, the drive back toward Cancun and the Riviera Maya begins. The return journey takes approximately 3 hours. This is a good time to rest after a full-day experience that included Chichen Itza, two cenotes, a regional lunch, and the colonial charm of Valladolid. When the transportation reaches your assigned drop-off point, the team will let you know so you can leave the vehicle safely and conclude the tour.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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