About this experience
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.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- 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.
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What is 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.
Not included
- Souvenir. (Available to purchase)
- Photo pass package (Available to purchase)
- State tax for the use of video camera inside the archaeological zone.
Itinerary and highlights
Have you confirmed your pick-up by sending a message or calling us?
The pick-up starts around 6:45 am
If your accommodation is in Playa del Carmen you will stop at the Xel-Há Park.
If your accommodation is in Cancún you will stop at "Centro de Transferencia Xcaret"
Now you are ready to start the Tour Xichén Deluxe
It is time to have your breakfast box on your way to Chichén Itzá.
The guides will explain in detail the itinerary you are going to follow.
Before you enter into the archeological site, the guides will give you a water portable bottle, the earphones to hear the guide and your entry tickets.
Now you can amaze with one of the seven wonders of the modern world. A certified guide will take you around the pyramids of Chichén Itza and explain you all the history and mysteries of the Mayan culture.
Umbrellas are available
Bring cash if you want to purchase a hand craft souvenir made by local people.
At the end of the archeological visit, before boarding back the bus, fresh drinks (water, beer and sodas) are going to be available for you.
Now it is time to depart to visit the "Cenote"
It is time to be on the road again heading to the Cenote
Take pictures of the beautiful view and enjoy swimming in the fresh waters of the Santuario Tsukán Cenote.
Again on the road, now heading to Valladolid City.
It is time to visit Valladolid were you can taste the amazing and fantastic traditional food in La Casona, there are vegan and vegetarian options.
If there is time after you eat, you can enjoy a walk in downtown and take pictures of the cathedral.
The tour has finished, we hope you have enjoyed it.
Board the bus, check your pictures, share them with your family and friends, rest, and in a couple of hours you are going to back to your accommodation.
Meeting and pickup information
- - The pickup operates from different hotels in Cancun, Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya so the pickup time will vary depending on the location of your hotel. - We will pick you up at your hotel or at the nearest point available in our routes. - In case your accommodation is not a hotel you must indicate your exact address including street name, outside number, interior number, county, postal code and city. - To know the exact time and meeting point you must send a message thru the option on your reservation or must call us at least 24 hours prior to the visit date purchased. - To confirm your exact pick-up time and meeting point, please contact us at least 24 hours before your visit. From Monday to Friday, you may reach us through your reservation messages or by phone. On Saturdays and Sundays, our team is available by phone only to ensure a faster response and better assistance. - We cannot assure your pickup at a hotel where you are not a guest considering that some hotel's policies, not allow visitors to access at the property. - Upon your pickup, please present your printed or digital voucher and photo ID for boarding the bus. Because your security is paramount, the name of the lead traveler on the voucher will be the one who can redeem the purchase. - According to Mexican rules about safety and protecting cultural sites, visitors who have had alcohol or drugs are not allowed to join the tour.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Grupo Xcaret
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- 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 must be accompanied by an adult. Infants 0 to 4 years are Free of charge
- The Voucher schedule is informative.
- Tours and days of operation are subject to availability and changes.
- The trip duration is approximately of 12 hours
- All requests for changes, cancellations and/or refunds on bookings must be in the 24-hour or more window prior to the visit date.
- In accordance with Mexican regulations on the safety and conservation of cultural heritage, visitors who have consumed alcohol or drugs are not permitted to enter the Chichén Itzá Archaeological Zone.
- To confirm your exact pick-up time and meeting point, please contact us at least 24 hours before your visit. From Monday to Friday, you may reach us through your reservation messages or by phone. On Saturdays and Sundays, our team is available by phone only to ensure a faster response and better assistance.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
- We will pick you up at your hotel or at the nearest point available in our routes.
- In case your accommodation is not a hotel you must indicate your exact address including street name, outside number, interior number, county, postal code and city.
- To know the exact time and meeting point you must send a message thru the option on your reservation or must call us at least 24 hours prior to the visit date purchased.
- To confirm your exact pick-up time and meeting point, please contact us at least 24 hours before your visit. From Monday to Friday, you may reach us through your reservation messages or by phone. On Saturdays and Sundays, our team is available by phone only to ensure a faster response and better assistance.
- We cannot assure your pickup at a hotel where you are not a guest considering that some hotel's policies, not allow visitors to access at the property.
- Upon your pickup, please present your printed or digital voucher and photo ID for boarding the bus. Because your security is paramount, the name of the lead traveler on the voucher will be the one who can redeem the purchase.
- According to Mexican rules about safety and protecting cultural sites, visitors who have had alcohol or drugs are not allowed to join the tour.
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