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Chichén Itzá Guided Tour with Cenote & Buffet at Valladolid

4.6 · 897 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 91% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cancún Operated by Grupo Xcaret Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
12h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A premium Chichén Itzá day: a light breakfast on board, guided time at the site plus free time, a swim at Cenote Xkekén and a regional buffet with unlimited drinks at a Valladolid restaurant.

The state camera fee inside the site is extra. 4.63 from 897 reviews at €168 per person.

In our comparison: #30 of 31 in Chichén Itzá Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €168 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Visit & swim in the fresh waters at Cenote Santuario Xkekén.
  • Reusable bottle of water and bottle holder
  • Enjoy at La Casona de Valladolid restaurant a buffet of regional Yucatán cuisine & unlimited drinks.
  • Water, soft drinks and beer at the end of the tour and refreshing towel.
  • Access to Chichén Itzá archeological site. (1.15 h approximately and 1 h of free time)
  • Light gourmet breakfast (baguette, natural juice, pancake and coffee) on board the bus.
  • Round trip transportation by panoramic bus/luxury van from Cancun, Playa del Carmen & Riviera Maya
  • Certified bilingual guide.
  • Souvenir. (Available to purchase)
  • Photo pass package (Available to purchase)
  • State tax for the use of video camera inside the archaeological zone.

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 19 September 2026.

Reviews

4.6
897 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 815 of 897

Star breakdown of all 897 ratings

5 stars
729 · 81%
4 stars
86 · 10%
3 stars
31 · 3%
2 stars
24 · 3%
1 star
27 · 3%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, buffet and attentive service, though some find free time at the ruins too limited.

Praised

  • Engaging guides who explain Mayan history clearly
  • Clean, comfortable coaches and careful driving
  • Buffet lunches repeatedly praised for flavour and variety
  • Attentive service with cold drinks, water and parasols
  • Cenote swims praised as a refreshing part of the trip

Complaints

  • Some find the pace balanced, while others want more free time at Chichen Itza
  • Crowding at the cenote during some visits
  • Hot conditions while walking around Chichen Itza
  • Some learned Chichen Itza was closed only when boarding the tour bus

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (24 December 2025 to 28 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
Runs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Grupo Xcaret; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Discover the secrets that surround the enigmatic architecture of Chichén Itzá and its magnificent pyramids. Later at Valladolid city visit Santuario Tsukán a beautiful cenote and finish your adventure with a delightful buffet meal with unlimited beverages included at La Casona de Valladolid restaurant.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is recommended that you bring comfortable lightweight clothing, walking shoes or sneakers, biodegradable sunblock, a swimsuit and towel, and an extra change of clothing.

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Child prices are height dependent. Children over 4.6 feet (1.4 meters) pay the adult price. Children between 3.2 feet (1 meter) and 4.6 feet (1.4 meters) pay the child price. All children under 3.2 feet (1 meter) travel free provided they do not occupy a seat.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Infants 0 to 4 years are Free of charge

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Age rule Child prices are height dependent. Children over…

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Chichén Itzá Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #30 of 31€16812h4.63 (897)shared
Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip€19410h4.95 (2210)shared
Chichen-itza & Cenote Private Tour€2459h4.99 (209)shared
Chichen Itza from Tulum with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine€2612h4.91 (395)shared

Ranked #30 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. Compare all 31 Chichén Itzá Tours

From €168 per adult