Chichén Itzá Tour: Mayan History & Culture

Explore Chichén Itzá, swim in a cenote, and savor Yucatecan cuisine on a guided tour blending history, culture, and adventure.

Duration: 9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Chichen Itza - Discover the marvels of Chichén Itzá, a member of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and delve into the mysteries of Mayan culture with a knowledgeable guide.
  • Yalcobá - Next, visit the local community of Yalcobá for a traditional ceremony followed by a mezcal and tequila tasting. Conclude the day with a refreshing swim in a stunning cenote and enjoy a regional meal.
What's Included
  • Admission fees
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Carbonated beverages
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Umbrella
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Embark on a journey into the core of Mayan history with this small-group adventure, crafted for a more intimate and comfortable experience. Travel in a climate-controlled van and enjoy attentive service throughout as you explore the iconic city of Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. An expert guide will animate ancient tales while…

Location
Chichen Itza
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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929maxinej
May 12, 2026
Authentic, fun, and educational - We had such a great time on our honeymoon with Mario as our tour guide. He taught us a lot and was super kind and funny throughout the whole experience. 10/10 experience! Would definitely recommend to anyone coming to visit Cancun :)
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Stephanepoirier
May 1, 2026
Maya Ruins in Chichen Itza and Cenote Secret Maya - Arthur and his sidekick (driver) allowed us to live a very nice day filled with quality information (Mayan ruins in Chichen Itza) and the Cenote Secret Maya (a beautiful moment of relaxation) Thank you both.
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Rachelwu6287oc
Jan 14, 2026
A truly wonderful day - The whole day was wonderful from beginning to end, due to our party starting in 2 locations, we opted for a private tour. Micael was a superb guide, his knowledge and passion for Mayan history was amazing, he used an iPad to describe (draw) things like the Mayan calendar and show videos of ancient games to bring history to life. By the time we reached Cichén Itzá lots about the ancient site made more sense. Micael answered any questions we had and his English was exemplary, although we did assist his pronunciation of jaguar 😁 I’m so sorry I’ve forgotten the name of our driver. Valladolid was a lovely town although it felt a brief stop to include lunch at a local restaurant for authentic Mayan food. (We were offered a choice of where we would prefer our lunch stop). The highlight of our day was the Cenote stop at Kiichpam Xunáan. As a fan of swimming in pools, rivers, waterfalls and the sea this was my ultimate plan for Mexico, the Cenote was stunning, crystal clear water in the most beautiful cave, the only downside was the time limit, mind you, I’d probably still be there without it. Thank you so much for such a memorable and special experience, I would recommend 100%
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Digitalroc
Mar 6, 2026
Good option to see Chichen Itza - I was picked up by Cancun Adventures at 6:45AM and I was first one onboard the Chichén Itzá Express tour. We transferred to another van to combine the tourists to make a small group. The first stop was 2 hours later for bathroom and coffee break, but someone decided to get lunch, so we were waiting for him to return to the van. We arrived at Chichén Itzá at 9:35AM and we were there for a full 2.5 hours, which is much better than the last time I was here! The crowds started rolling in at 10:30AM and it was really busy by 11:30AM. Cancun Adventures provided a packed lunch as soon as we boarded the van to head back to PDC. I took a small group express tour with Cancun Adventures because I wanted to focus Chichén Itzá, not a long 12-hour bus tour with extra stops at cenotes and shopping. Overall, the tour was what I wanted and met expectations.
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From $129
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).