--- title: Tour to Chichen Itza-Tickets, food and cenote lang: en type: tour city: Cancún country: Mexico price: 84 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.8 reviews: 1555 duration_minutes: 780 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Ticket in the price? rank_in_category: 18 of 31 (Chichén Itzá Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/tour-to-chichen-itza-tickets-food-and-cenote/ --- # Tour to Chichen Itza-Tickets, food and cenote **Guidekin's take:** A Chichén Itzá coach day with admission and taxes already in the price, guides specialised in archaeology, a regional buffet, a swim in Cenote Saamal and a stop in Valladolid. Drinks, camera fees and locker rental are extra; the Classic tier is the base price. 4.8 from 1555 reviews at €84 per person. **Ticket in the price?:** Choose Classic for Chichén Itzá, Saamal and Valladolid: 13h at €84 per person, tickets and buffet in; drinks extra. 4.8 from 1555 reviews. Trade-off: Drinks, camera fee and lockers paid on site. (last checked September 19, 2026) In our comparison: #18 of 31 in Chichén Itzá Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview You’ll enjoy a complete experience with our carpool pick-up from your hotel with luxury air-conditioned scenic buses. You will have certified guides specialized in archaeology, who will accompany you on a guided bilingual access to Chichen Itza, giving you detailed information about this impressive site. You will also enjoy a buffet with a variety of typical foods of the region and have free time to explore, as well as visit the Saamal Cenote, where you can swim and relax, and tour the historic city of Valladolid. A unique experience that combines history, culture and nature!" ## Before you book - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 06:00: one departure a day - Food included: Tasting of homemade bread - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €84 per person for the Tour to Chichen Itza Classic option; other options up to €225 - Duration: 13h - Rating: 4.8/5 from 1555 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: 13 Baktun Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 06:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-19 ## Reviews 4.8 from 1555 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1494 of 1555. - 5 stars: 1358 (87%) - 4 stars: 136 (9%) - 3 stars: 30 (2%) - 2 stars: 12 (1%) - 1 star: 19 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and cenote swim, but shopping stops leave some wanting more time at the main sights. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides make Maya history engaging and entertaining - Friendly, attentive crews help travellers feel safe and cared for - Swimming in the cenote is a recurring highlight - Some enjoy the buffet, while others find the food disappointing **Complaints:** - Shopping stops bring sales and tipping pressure and leave some feeling rushed at the main sights - Extra charges for entry, drinks, life jackets and lockers add to the booking cost - Some follow the bilingual commentary easily, while others find the English incomplete or confusing - Some find transport comfortable, while others report cramped, uncomfortable seats Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-12-31 to 2026-09-15); 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Tour to Chichen Itza Classic | €84 / person | Spanish, English | Pickup included | | Chichen plus | €218 / person | Spanish, English | Chichen Plus: Limited drinks on board the bus (water, soft drink and beer) and umbrella in the archaeological area Pickup included | | Chichen Deluxe | €225 / person | Spanish, English | Box Morning lunch, Drinks on board the bus, and 2 alcoholic beverages included in the buffet Pickup included | ## What's included - Sunshade in the archaeological area - Free time in chichen itzá - Shelter when leaving the cenote - Classic : when entering the archaeological zone and leaving - Shared transportation pickup from your hotel - Visit to the historic city of Valladolid - Admission and taxes to Chichen itzá - Certified guides - Buffet - Tasting of homemade bread ## Not included - Drinks in the restaurant - Fee for use of Go Pro, video or professional camera - Rental of life jackets and lockers ## Itinerary 1. **Chichen Itza** (2h) - On this tour, we will visit the impressive Mayan pyramid, where the guide will give you a detailed explanation and accompany you on a tour of the site. Afterwards, they will enjoy free time to capture photos and explore other archaeological areas, such as the Ball Game, the... 2. **Cenote Saamal** (1h; admission included) - The guide will give you the necessary instructions to enter the cenote, where you can swim in its crystal clear and refreshing waters. Enjoy a moment of relaxation, surrounded by the natural beauty that this magical place offers. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 06:00 - 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 The meeting point will be at the entrance of Starbucks and the guide will wear a uniform with the Baktun Tours logo for easy identification. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Chichén Itzá Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #18 of 31** | €84 | 13h | 4.8 (1555) | 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 #18 of 31 in Chichén Itzá Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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