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title: Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cancún
country: Mexico
price: 45
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.74
reviews: 25609
duration_minutes: 720
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Cenote and lunch?
rank_in_category: 28 of 31 (Chichén Itzá Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-19
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/chichen-itza-cenote-and-valladolid-tour/
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# Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

**Guidekin's take:** A full day to Chichén Itzá with a guided walk of the site, a swim in Cenote Saamal and a Yucatecan buffet at a hacienda, then free time on Valladolid's main square, with pickup in Cancún or the Riviera Maya. The site entry fee is paid on the spot unless you take the all inclusive tier. 4.74 from 25609 reviews at €45 per person.

**Cenote and lunch?:** Meeting point tier at €45 per person: guided site, Cenote Saamal swim, buffet, Valladolid; entry fee at the gate unless All inclusive. 4.74 from 25609 reviews. Trade-off: Entry fee extra unless All inclusive tier. (last checked September 19, 2026)

In our comparison: #28 of 31 in Chichén Itzá Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Explore Chichen Itza, an impressive Mayan archaeological complex. Visit a sacred sinkhole and enjoy a buffet meal.

Get picked up from your hotel in Cancun or the Riviera Maya, or choose a convenient meeting point. Journey to one of the Yucatan Peninsula's most important monuments.

Upon arrival, marvel at the step pyramid of Kukulcan, renowned for its shadowy serpent image created by equinox light.

Experience an ancient cenote, part of a sacred underground river network to the Maya people. Indulge in a tasty buffet and take a leisurely stroll in Valladolid.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 06:30: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €45 per person for the Meeting point option option; other options up to €848
- Duration: 12h
- Rating: 4.74/5 from 25609 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Sat Mexico Tours
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 06:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-19

## Reviews

4.74 from 25609 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 24090 of 25609.

- 5 stars: 22018 (86%)
- 4 stars: 2072 (8%)
- 3 stars: 633 (2%)
- 2 stars: 290 (1%)
- 1 star: 596 (2%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and cenote swim, though souvenir stops can feel dominated by sales pitches.

**Praised:**
- Engaging guides share detailed knowledge of Mayan history and culture
- Cooling off in the cenote after visiting the hot ruins
- Comfortable coaches with effective air conditioning
- Attentive staff help travellers feel safe and looked after

**Complaints:**
- Souvenir stops bring sales pressure and overpriced goods
- Extra admission, drink and cenote equipment charges caught some travellers off guard
- Some found the pace comfortable while others wanted more time at Chichen Itza or Valladolid
- Delays at stops can push hotel returns later than advertised

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-09-03 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-03.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting point option | €45 / person | English, Spanish | Lunch at a Beautiful Hacienda: Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a stunning Hacienda in the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula Ranked #1 Tour in Mexico: Ranked #1 Tour in Mexico and #7 Worldwide in 2025 by Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best of the Best. Starting points: ARIA Playacar, Av.10 lote 1 local 46, Playa del Carmen Quintana Roo Fraccionamiento, Fase II, Playacar, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico Aquaworld, Blvd. Kukulcan, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico GOmart Agua verde, KM 2695 MZA 29 LTE 2, México 307, 77780 Puerto Aventuras, Q.R., Mexico Hotel Smart Cancun, Av. Tulúm 4, capilla ecumenica, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico Hotel Tequila Cancun, Carretera Federal Cancún - Puerto Morelos, 77560 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico Shasa Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall, Av. Constituyentes 269, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico Starbucks Centro Maya, Carr. Cancún - Tulum 2100, Ejidal, 77702 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico Súper Akí Tulum, Carretera Federal Tulum Ruinas s/n, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico |
| Hotel pick-up option | €63 / person | English, Spanish | Lunch at a Beautiful Hacienda: Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a stunning Hacienda in the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula Hotel Pick up: We will pick you up at your hotel lobby or at the nearest walking-access point when vehicle access is not available. Ranked #1 Tour in Mexico: Ranked #1 Tour in Mexico and #7 Worldwide in 2025 by Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best of the Best. Pickup included |
| Chichen All inclusive option | €181 / person | English, Spanish | All Inclusive: Includes Chichen Itza Entry fees with Skip-the-line service, locker and lifejacket and 1 drink included with lunch. Ranked #1 Tour in Mexico: Ranked #1 Tour in Mexico and #7 Worldwide in 2025 by Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best of the Best. Pickup included |
| Private Chichen Itza | €848 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | Cenote access: Entry to a cenote for swimming and exploration. Driver and certified guide: Professional driver and licensed guide for comfort and cultural insights. Duration: 12 hours: Relaxed timing Regional buffet lunch: Traditional buffet with regional flavours. Private round transportation: Round-trip from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Additional inclusions: Courtesy stops. Pickup included |

## What's included

- Visit to Cenote Saamal with access to swimming area and facilities
- Traditional Yucatecan buffet lunch at Hacienda Selva Maya (included in all tour options)
- Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided visit to Chichén Itzá with free time to explore
- Certified bilingual tour guide throughout the experience
- Free time in Valladolid’s historic main square

## Not included

- Beverages in the Buffet (Included in All Inclusive option)
- Rent lockers and lifejackets (included in All-Inclusive option)
- Chichén Itzá (included in the All-Inclusive option; includes skip-the-line access)

## Itinerary

1. **Chichen Itza** (2h) - Explore the Wonder Before the Crowds One of the biggest advantages of this tour is our early arrival to Chichén Itzá, before most large tour buses reach the site. This allows you to explore the ancient city during the cooler morning hours, avoiding the intense heat and large...
2. **Cenote Saamal** (2h; admission included) - Discover the stunning Cenote Saamal, a massive open-air cenote located inside the historic Hacienda Selva Maya. Surrounded by towering limestone walls, lush vegetation, and a small natural waterfall, its crystal-clear waters create one of the most breathtaking swimming spots...
3. **Valladolid** (30m) - Our final stop is the beautiful town of Valladolid, one of the most charming colonial cities in the Yucatán Peninsula. Here you’ll enjoy free time to walk through the historic center, admire the colorful colonial buildings, and experience the relaxed atmosphere of a...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 06:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

For those who are in the town of Akumal

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- 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
- The use of a life jacket is mandatory in the cenote

## Compared with other Chichén Itzá Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #28 of 31** | €45 | 12h | 4.74 (25609) | shared |
| [Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/chichen-itza-cenote-and-valladolid-small-group-day-trip/?format=md) | €194 | 10h | 4.95 (2210) | shared |
| [Chichen-itza & Cenote Private Tour](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/chichen-itza-cenote-private-tour/?format=md) | €245 | 9h | 4.99 (209) | shared |
| [Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/chichen-itza-from-tulum-with-cenote-valladolid-and-mayan-cuisine/?format=md) | €26 | 12h | 4.91 (395) | shared |

Ranked #28 of 31 in Chichén Itzá Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €26 to €471, median €111; typical length 12h. 7 of 31 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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