--- title: "Discover Mayan Magic: Chichén Itzá, Cenote, and Valladolid" lang: en type: tour city: Playa del Carmen country: Mexico price: 35 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 170 duration_minutes: 720 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 5 of 31 (Chichén Itzá Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-09 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/tours/discover-mayan-magic-chich-n-itz-cenote-and-valladolid/ --- # Discover Mayan Magic: Chichén Itzá, Cenote, and Valladolid **Guidekin's take:** Combine a guided visit to Chichen Itza with a cenote, a panoramic tour in Valladolid and tequila tasting. Pickup depends on the option; Standard excludes lunch, while the Chichen Itza tax is extra unless you select All Inclusive. 4.94 from 170 reviews at €35 per person for 12h. In our comparison: #5 of 31 in Chichén Itzá Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Immerse yourself in Mayan culture with an unforgettable tour of Chichen Itza Experience a day full of history, adventures and flavors with this guided tour from Cancun or the Riviera Maya. Discover Chichen Itza, one of the 7 New Wonders of the World, and explore its most iconic structures with an expert guide. From the towering Pyramid of Kukulcan to El Castillo and El Caracol, you’ll learn secrets, legends and fascinating details that only experts know, while capturing stunning photos. No visit would be complete without a swim in a cenote, a refreshing oasis sacred to Mayan culture, where you can enjoy nature at its best. In addition, enjoy a Mexican buffet lunch and a tequila tasting (VIP/All Inclusive option). End the day in charming Valladolid, famous for the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena and the Cathedral of San Gervasio, with free time to walk and buy crafts. Book now and live this unique Mayan adventure! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 05:00, 08:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: Tequila Tasting **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €35 per person for the Standard experience option; other options up to €174 - Duration: 12h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 170 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Trekzy - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 05:00, 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09 ## Reviews 4.94 from 170 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 170 of 170. - 5 stars: 159 (94%) - 4 stars: 11 (6%) - 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Standard experience | €35 / person | English, Spanish | Without buffet lunch: Does not include lunch or hotel pickup; pickup will be at the designated meeting points | | VIP Experience with Lunch | €51 / person | English, Spanish | Mexican Buffet Lunch Pickup included | | All Inclusive Experience | €174 / person | English, Spanish | Mexican Buffet Lunch Taxes and equipment: Includes the tax of Chichen Itza, vest and locker in the cenote Pickup included | ## What's included - Guided tour in the archaeological sites - Mexican buffet lunch (included in VIP/All Inclusive options) - Panoramic tour in Valladolid - Pick up from hotel or meeting point (depending on option selected) - Tequila Tasting - Certified professional guide - Cenote with access to bathrooms and dressing rooms ## Not included - Drinks (one included in the All Inclusive option) - Tax on Chichen Itza - Life jacket and locker (included in All Inclusive option) ## Itinerary 1. **Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience with a full guided tour of Ch...** (2h 30m; admission included) - Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience with a full guided tour of Chichen Itza. Be amazed by the grandeur of this ancient Mayan city as your guide reveals the secrets of its most iconic constructions, such as the imposing Pyramid of Kukulcan, The Castle and The... 2. **Chichikan** (2h 30m; admission included) - The experience is completed with a stop at a cenote, a natural treasure of crystal clear waters where you can cool off and connect with a site sacred to Mayan culture, surrounded by a magical and charming environment 3. **Valladolid** (30m) - Finally, we will visit the charming city of Valladolid, a colonial gem full of history and color, famous for the majestic Convent of San Bernardino de Siena from the 16th century and the elegant Cathedral of San Gervasio, two icons that will transport you back to the past.... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 05:00, 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. ## Meeting point A person with a blue backpack or T-shirt will wait for you Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The tax to Chichen Itza is 44 USD and must be paid on the day of the tour or the day before. Only payment by card is accepted Except if you have purchased the All Inclusive option. - The tour in Chichen Itza will be in the selected language, during transport will be bilingual - Mexicans, children, students and teachers (residents of Mexico) have discounted Chichen Itza tax when presenting their ID on the day of the tour. Discount does not apply without official ID - Mexican buffet lunch is not included in the Standard Tour option - Pick-up service is available in Cancun, Playa Mujeres, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen or Puerto Aventuras. *Some hotels may charge an additional USD 10 - You can choose to pick up from your hotel or go to the meeting point, depending on the option chosen - Exact pick-up time and location will be confirmed the day before the tour - For safety reasons, all infants must travel compulsorily in an approved child restraint system inside the bus. Trekzy does not provide children's chairs, so each customer will need to take their own. As the child restraint occupies a seat, an additional charge will apply to guarantee and reserve the seat on the bus. ## Compared with other Chichén Itzá Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #5 of 31** | €35 | 12h | 4.94 (170) | 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 #5 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. 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