Chichén Itzá & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip From Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen

My choice: Amazing! Aside from the excursion to Chichen Itza, the cenote, and the beautiful Valladolid, our guide John a...

Carlos Serrano

If there's one unmissable place in the Riviera Maya, it's Chichén Itzá. On this day trip, besides visiting the archaeological site, we'll get to see and bathe in the Chichikan cenote, a spectacular natural pool.

Details

Duration

12 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off (depending on selected option)
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Chichén Itzá archaeological site
Admission to Chichikan Cenote
Buffet lunch
Tequila tasting

Not included

Chichen Itzá fee: 697MXN for non–national adults and 315MXN for Mexican national adults
Compulsory life jacket hire: 100MXN per person

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

8.8

Excellent 60,266 Travelers·5,625 reviews

October 10, 2026
Carlos Serrano
Badalona, Spain
My choice: Amazing! Aside from the excursion to Chichen Itza, the cenote, and the beautiful Valladolid, our guide John and the personnel transport eng...
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October 10, 2026
Robert Freund
Torrevieja, Spain
Super punctual and the excursion went exactly as planned without any unpleasant surprises. I recommend it one hundred percent. And don't be fooled by ...
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October 8, 2026
Gemma
Rubí, Spain
We loved the tour! Sexy Marcela and Jony Cash made us feel right at home. They explained the history of the Maya, Chichen Itza, and Valladolid in deta...
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October 5, 2026
ángela
Granada, Spain
Our experience with our guide Ricardo was excellent. It was clear he knew our chosen route well and was very friendly, offering helpful recommendation...
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October 5, 2026
Jorge González Silva
Spain
The experience began with a fantastic explanation on the bus to Chichen Itza, given by our guide Fran. It was incredibly detailed and full of humorous...
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October 3, 2026
Andrea Aijon Murcia
Granada, Spain
We loved Chichen Itza, well, everything in general. The only downside was that the cenote is small and doesn't have zip lines like the other cenotes, ...
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September 22, 2026
Rubèn
Spain
Everything was great. It's a shame you lose so much time on the journey and have so little time overall for the activities. But it's still well worth ...
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September 18, 2026
Monica
Spain
It was wonderful. Our guide, Frank, was attentive to us at all times, always giving us options. And of course, he explained everything perfectly, with...
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September 17, 2026
Javier
Valladolid, Spain
The excursion was fantastic, punctual, and we were very comfortable in the transport with a lovely temperature. A special mention goes to our guide, R...
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September 11, 2026
Anónimo
Salta, Argentina
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Day Trip Details

Having picked you up at your hotel in Riviera Maya, we'll make a brief visit to an artisan shop before starting the trip.

First, we'll visit the most important and renowned remains of the Maya civilization—Chichén Itzá. In 1988, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and in 2007 was named one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World!

We'll pass through the ancient city with an expert guide in the Maya world and learn about its history. As we enjoy its legends and curiosities, we'll visit the Chichén Itzá temples. Among the most spectacular are the legendary Kukulcan Temple and the Temple of Warriors, decorated with images of war and guarded by a forest of columns.

After the tour of this ancient Mayan city, we’ll return to the vehicle, and after a 30-minute drive, we’ll arrive on the outskirts of Valladolid. There, you’ll find the Chichikan cenote, where we'll be able to take a refreshing dip in the blue waters. After we've dried off, we'll make our way to a local restaurant for a delicious buffet lunch.

Once we've refuelled, we'll make our way toward the colonial city of Valladolid. Here, we'll enjoy a 25-minute scenic tour of the old town, enjoying such sites as the church of San Servacio, the Municipal Palace and the Municipal Market.

Finally, we'll head back to Riviera Maya, dropping you off at your hotel or the meeting point 12 to 13 hours after initial pickup.

What Will We See on This Day Trip?

On this tour, we’ll visit the main must-see sites in Chichén Itzá:

Pyramid of Kukulcán (El Castillo)
Temple of the Warriors
Great Ball Court
Platform of Venus
Platform of the Eagles and Jaguars

In addition, we’ll visit the Chichikan cenote, enjoy a buffet lunch, and view the main monuments of the Yucatecan city of Valladolid from the outside:

Church of San Servacio
City Hall
Municipal Market

Pickup Info

When making your reservation, you can choose whether you’d prefer to be picked up at your hotel or go to a meeting point. If you choose the tour with pickup, the day trip includes pickup from the following hotels and meeting points in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. When making your reservation, please let us know which of the locations listed you’d like us to pick you up from.

If you select the option without pickup, during the booking process you can choose one of the 11 meeting points in the Riviera Maya that we offer.

Entrance Fee

The entrance fee to Chichén Itzá is not included, so you will need to pay this amount on the day of the tour. People with disabilities and Mexican citizens are eligible for a discount on the Chichén Itzá entrance fee upon presentation of the appropriate identification on the day of the tour. The discount will not apply without official identification.

Please note that this discount only applies to:

Mexicans over 60 years old
Retired Mexicans and pensioners
Mexican teachers and students
Mexican researchers
Mexicans under 12 years of age
Disabled people of any nationality

Itinerary Order

Please note that, due to organizational reasons, the order of the visits described in the itinerary may change.

8.8

Excellent 60,266 Travelers·5,625 reviews

October 10, 2026
Carlos Serrano
Badalona, Spain
My choice: Amazing! Aside from the excursion to Chichen Itza, the cenote, and the beautiful Valladolid, our guide John and the personnel transport eng...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 10, 2026
Robert Freund
Torrevieja, Spain
Super punctual and the excursion went exactly as planned without any unpleasant surprises. I recommend it one hundred percent. And don't be fooled by ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 8, 2026
Gemma
Rubí, Spain
We loved the tour! Sexy Marcela and Jony Cash made us feel right at home. They explained the history of the Maya, Chichen Itza, and Valladolid in deta...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 5, 2026
ángela
Granada, Spain
Our experience with our guide Ricardo was excellent. It was clear he knew our chosen route well and was very friendly, offering helpful recommendation...
With friends
Is this useful?
October 5, 2026
Jorge González Silva
Spain
The experience began with a fantastic explanation on the bus to Chichen Itza, given by our guide Fran. It was incredibly detailed and full of humorous...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 3, 2026
Andrea Aijon Murcia
Granada, Spain
We loved Chichen Itza, well, everything in general. The only downside was that the cenote is small and doesn't have zip lines like the other cenotes, ...
With friends
Is this useful?
September 22, 2026
Rubèn
Spain
Everything was great. It's a shame you lose so much time on the journey and have so little time overall for the activities. But it's still well worth ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 18, 2026
Monica
Spain
It was wonderful. Our guide, Frank, was attentive to us at all times, always giving us options. And of course, he explained everything perfectly, with...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 17, 2026
Javier
Valladolid, Spain
The excursion was fantastic, punctual, and we were very comfortable in the transport with a lovely temperature. A special mention goes to our guide, R...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 11, 2026
Anónimo
Salta, Argentina
Our guides Rey and Ramiro were good with our tours, except that they were guiding in Spanish and English simultaneously. It would be better if the bus...
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Points of interest in Playa del Carmen

Xcaret Park Río Secreto

Types of activities in Playa del Carmen

Day trips Quads Guided tours and free tours Diving Boat tours

Other activities in Playa del Carmen

Riviera Maya Electric Bike Tour Ferry to Cozumel Jungala Aqua Experience Ticket Xcaret Park Skip-the-Line Tickets Xplor Park Ticket Camel Ride in Riviera Maya Chichén Itzá & Tulum 2-Day Combo Tour Frida Kahlo Museum Ticket Coco Bongo Playa del Carmen Tickets Río Secreto Tickets

Day Trip Details

Having picked you up at your hotel in Riviera Maya, we'll make a brief visit to an artisan shop before starting the trip.

Finally, we'll head back to Riviera Maya, dropping you off at your hotel or the meeting point 12 to 13 hours after initial pickup.

What Will We See on This Day Trip?

On this tour, we’ll visit the main must-see sites in Chichén Itzá:

Pyramid of Kukulcán (El Castillo)
Temple of the Warriors
Great Ball Court
Platform of Venus
Platform of the Eagles and Jaguars

In addition, we’ll visit the Chichikan cenote, enjoy a buffet lunch, and view the main monuments of the Yucatecan city of Valladolid from the outside:

Church of San Servacio
City Hall
Municipal Market

Pickup Info

If you select the option without pickup, during the booking process you can choose one of the 11 meeting points in the Riviera Maya that we offer.

Entrance Fee

Please note that this discount only applies to:

Mexicans over 60 years old
Retired Mexicans and pensioners
Mexican teachers and students
Mexican researchers
Mexicans under 12 years of age
Disabled people of any nationality

Itinerary Order

Please note that, due to organizational reasons, the order of the visits described in the itinerary may change.

Chichén Itzá & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip