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title: Chichen Itza from Playa with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine
lang: en
type: tour
city: Playa del Carmen
country: Mexico
price: 26
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.89
reviews: 830
duration_minutes: 720
duration_max_minutes: 780
languages: [pt, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Full ruin day, 12h–13h
rank_in_category: 4 of 31 (Chichén Itzá Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-09
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/tours/chichen-itza-from-playa-with-cenote-valladolid-and-mayan-cuisine/
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# Chichen Itza from Playa with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine

**Guidekin's take:** Link Chichen Itza with a cenote, Valladolid and a dining stop in Kaua. Air-conditioned transport, a certified guide, bottled water and buffet lunch are included; archaeological site and cenote admission must be paid when boarding. 4.89 from 830 reviews at €26 per person for 12h–13h.

In our comparison: #4 of 31 in Chichén Itzá Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Experience a complete experience in Yucatan with this tour to Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world. Travel from your departure area in an air-conditioned unit accompanied by a certified guide, who will share the history, architecture and legacy of Mayan culture.

During the tour you will visit Chichen Itza and you will know emblematic structures such as the Temple of Kukulkán and the Ball Game. Afterwards, you'll enjoy a dining experience in Kaua with a demonstration of regional Mayan cuisine and buffet lunch.

The adventure continues at Cenote Nool Ha by Chichikan, where you can swim, wear a life jacket and enjoy the included zip line. Before returning, you will take a panoramic tour of Valladolid, one of the most representative magical towns in Yucatan.

An ideal experience to combine history, culture, gastronomy, nature and tradition in one day.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Starts 07:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Buffet lunch
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €26 per person for the Pickup at Meeting Point option; other options up to €54
- Duration: 12h–13h
- Rating: 4.89/5 from 830 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Ekinox Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 07:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09

## Reviews

4.89 from 830 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 813 of 830.

- 5 stars: 772 (93%)
- 4 stars: 41 (5%)
- 3 stars: 8 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (0%)
- 1 star: 5 (1%)

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickup at Meeting Point | €26 / person | Spanish, English | Pickup at Meeting Point: You must travel to the assigned meeting point. We will try to locate it in the one closest to you. |
| Hotel Pickup - Bilingual | €35 / person | Spanish, English | Pickup at Riviera Maya Hotel Pickup included |
| Tour + PLUS Package | €54 / person | French, Spanish, Portuguese, English | Pickup at Riviera Maya Hotel PLUS Package: Includes: Boxlunch Baguette or Croissant, Energy Bar, Pack of 5 drinks and 1 Organic Repellent or Sunblock Lockers in Cenote Pickup included |

## What's included

- Certified guide
- 2 bottles of water during the tour.
- Buffet lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- Admissions to archaeological area and cenote : 47 USD per adult and 20 USD per minor, payable when boarding the unit.
- Lockers
- Mexican adults with current INE have preferential rates.
- Drinks in the restaurant
- Souvenirs, personal expenses and tips

## Itinerary

1. **Chichen Itza** (2h) - They will visit Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world and one of the most important archaeological sites in Mexico. Accompanied by a bilingual cultural guide, they will tour its main structures, such as the Temple of Kukulkán, the Ball Game and other ceremonial...
2. **You will enjoy a gastronomic experience in Kaua, where you will get to know p...** (2h; admission included) - You will enjoy a gastronomic experience in Kaua, where you will get to know part of the regional Mayan cuisine through a demonstration with local ingredients and traditional flavors of Yucatan. Afterwards, you will have time to enjoy a buffet meal in the restaurant.
3. **They will be refreshed at Cenote Nool Ha, an ideal natural space for swimming...** (1h) - They will be refreshed at Cenote Nool Ha, an ideal natural space for swimming and relaxing after the archaeological visit. During this stop you can enjoy the cenote, the use of life jacket and the zip line included within the experience.
4. **They will make a panoramic visit to Valladolid, one of the most representativ...** (20m; admission included) - They will make a panoramic visit to Valladolid, one of the most representative magical towns in Yucatan. During this short stop you will appreciate its colonial atmosphere, historic architecture and the traditional charm of its streets.
5. **Valladolid** (20m) - Visit this magical town on an express visit

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00
- 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.

## Meeting point

Meeting point outside the cafe

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Chichén Itzá Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 31** | €26 | 12h–13h | 4.89 (830) | shared |
| [Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip](/mexico/tulum/tours/chichen-itza-cenote-and-valladolid-small-group-day-trip/?format=md) | €194 | 10h | 4.95 (2210) | shared |
| [Chichen-itza & Cenote Private Tour](/mexico/tulum/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/tulum/tours/chichen-itza-from-tulum-with-cenote-valladolid-and-mayan-cuisine/?format=md) | €26 | 12h | 4.91 (395) | shared |

Ranked #4 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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