Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

Meeting point

Where

If you're staying at Moon Palace Grand or Nizuc (Palapa de Tours), Haven Riviera, Royalton Riviera, Hilton Cancun All-Inclusive, or Dreams Natura, your meeting point will be at Hotel Tequila Cancun (next to Motel Sensaciones)., For coordination purposes, travelers staying in Playacar hotels will meet at 7-ELEVEN AT ARIA PLAYACAR., If you stay at Margaritaville Island Reserve, Sensira, Desire Pearl, Breathless, Azul Beach, Azul Beach Resort, Secrets Riviera Cancun, Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita or Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun, meeting point is GO Mart Petempich (next to Gulf Jazmin entrance)., If you stay at any hotel in Puerto Cancún or at Hotel Imperial Las Perlas, the meeting point is at the main entrance of Puerto Cancún., If you stay at Oasis Palm Beach, Occidental Costa Cancun, Aquamarina Beach, Ocean Spa, Temptation Resort or Cancun Bay Resort, the meeting point is GOMart Pescadores – On the Avenue., If you stay in Ocean Coral and Turquesa, Dreams Sapphire Resort and Spa, Excellence Riviera Cancun, Dreams Riviera Maya, the meeting point will be at the 7 eleven Regatta, next to the Croco Cun Zoo., All our travelers stay in Puerto Aventuras hotels, the meeting point will be outside Go Mart Agua Verde. The Go-Mart is located next to the booth of the Puerto Aventuras complex., Hacienda Doña Isabel (Bahia Principe), All our travelers stay in Tulum hotels, the meeting point will be Super Aki Tulum. , Puerto Aventuras - Chedraui, All our travelers stay in Playa del Carmen downtown hotels, the meeting point will be , All our travelers stay in Playa del Carmen downtown hotels, the meeting point will be Shasa Quinta Alegría Shopping Mall (Is located outside La Quinta Alegría Mall). , Cancun Hotel Zone - Aquarld , Cancun Downtown , If you're staying in downtown Cancún or Isla Mujeres, this is the meeting point for your pick-up.

Departure

06:30, 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)

Return

This activity ends back at the meeting point

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Operator

Sat Mexico Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

1. 1
   Chichen Itza

   Early Morning Visit Your day begins with one of the biggest advantages of this tour: arriving early at Chichén Itzá, before most tour buses and crowds reach the site. Exploring in the early morning means cooler temperatures, fewer people, and better photo opportunities at one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the world. Your certified bilingual guide will lead you through the most important areas of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, including El Castillo (Temple of Kukulcán), the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors, sharing fascinating insights into Maya astronomy, architecture, and ancient traditions. The guided portion lasts about 1 hour, followed by free time to explore, walk around the plaza, and take photos at your own pace.

   2h
2. 2
   Cenote Saamal

   After visiting Chichén Itzá, we continue to the beautiful Hacienda Selva Maya, a historic colonial-style estate surrounded by lush jungle near Valladolid. Here you’ll enjoy a traditional Yucatecan buffet lunch served inside the hacienda’s restaurant, offering a spacious and authentic setting to relax and experience local flavors. Within the grounds of the hacienda lies the impressive Cenote Saamal, one of the largest open-air cenotes in the region. Surrounded by towering limestone walls, lush vegetation, and a small waterfall flowing into its crystal-clear waters, it creates a breathtaking natural setting once considered sacred by the ancient Maya. Guests are free to swim in the cenote, enjoy lunch, explore the hacienda, or relax at their own pace during the stop.

   2h · Admission included
3. 3
   Valladolid, Yucatan, Mexico

   Our final stop is the charming town of Valladolid, one of the most beautiful colonial cities in the Yucatán Peninsula. Here you will visit the historic center and enjoy a Mexican tequila tasting, where you can sample different varieties while learning about the traditions and craftsmanship behind one of Mexico’s most iconic spirits. You will also have time to walk around the main square, admire the colorful colonial architecture, and see the impressive San Servacio Church, located in the heart of the city. This relaxed stop offers a chance to experience the local culture and atmosphere of a traditional Yucatán town before returning.

   30 min

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