--- title: Chichen Itza VIP Private Tour – Skip-the-Line – Express lang: en type: tour city: Playa del Carmen country: Mexico price: 188 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 82 duration_minutes: 480 duration_max_minutes: 540 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 11 of 48 (Chichén Itzá Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-09 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/chichen-itza-vip-private-tour-skip-the-line-express/ --- # Chichen Itza VIP Private Tour – Skip-the-Line – Express **Guidekin's take:** Go straight from your hotel or Airbnb to Chichen Itza on a private tour for your party, with entry tickets arranged ahead. Private minivan transfers, a guided visit, entry, applicable tolls and water are included; expect an early pickup. 5 from 82 reviews at €188 per person for 8h–9h. In our comparison: #11 of 48 in Chichén Itzá Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience Chichen Itza, 7th wonder of the world, with an exclusive certified private guide. Start your day with an early private pickup, letting you arrive at Chichen Itza before the crowds and the heat. Your private driver will take you straight from your hotel to the site, while your certified guide greets you with tickets in hand—no waiting in line, just effortless entry. Once inside, enjoy a complete exploration of this ancient wonder. From the iconic Kukulkan pyramid and the Great Ball Court to the sacred cenote, observatory, and other fascinating structures, your guide will bring Mayan history to life with captivating stories and insights. You’ll also enjoy free time to browse for souvenirs inside the site. This option is ideal for travelers who want to focus solely on Chichen Itza, with no extra stops—just a seamless, private journey to one of the world’s most iconic archaeological wonders. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 6 to book: not for solo travellers - 5 start times: between 06:15 and 08:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €188 per person for the Private Van 3 option; other options up to €188 - Duration: 8h–9h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 82 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Absolute Adventure Mexico - Minimum booking: 4 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 06:15, 06:30, 07:00, 07:30, 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09 ## Reviews 5.0 from 82 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 82 of 82. - 5 stars: 82 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Private Van 3 | €176 / person (for 6+ people) | English, Spanish | Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 6:15am pick up to avoid crowds and heat. Pickup included | | Private Van 2 | €188 / person (for 4+ people) | English, Spanish | Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 6:15am pick up to avoid crowds and heat. Pickup included | ## What's included - Water in the cooler of the van - Entrance fees to Chichen Itza ruins - All taxes and commissions - Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or Airbnb by private air-conditioned minivan - Certified, experienced and dedicated private guide - Toll road to Chichen Itza (when applicable from your hotel or Airbnb) ## Itinerary 1. **Chichen Itza** (8h) - Avoid the rush and be the first to explore Chichen Itza! You'll be picked up early in the morning to ensure you arrive at the site right when it opens. With your private guide, you'll have skip-the-line tickets, giving you priority entrance. Not only will you get to be one of... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 06:15, 06:30, 07:00, 07:30, 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09 - 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. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 4 | €752 | €188 | | 6 | €1056 | €176 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Chichén Itzá Tours start at €26 per person. ## Compared with other Chichén Itzá Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 48** | €188 | 8h–9h | 5.0 (82) | private | | [Skip the Line Chichen Itza Private Tour, Sacred Cenote & Lunch](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/skip-the-line-chichen-itza-private-tour-sacred-cenote-lunch/?format=md) | €329 | 9h | 4.99 (1153) | private | | [VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/vip-chichen-itza-private-tour/?format=md) | €268 | 10h | 4.98 (1854) | private | | [Chichen Itza Private Tour VIP](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/chichen-itza-private-tour-vip/?format=md) | €268 | 10h | 4.99 (422) | private | Ranked #11 of 48 in Chichén Itzá Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €26 to €471, median €168; typical length 11h. 22 of 48 are private. 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