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Yucatán Highlights: Chichén Itzá and Cenote Tour
4.6
318 Ratings
Mérida
Embark on an enigmatic journey from Mérida to Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world. Explore the ancient city, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, and cool off in a magical cenote.
Embark on an enigmatic journey from Mérida to Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world. Explore the ancient city, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, and cool off in a magical cenote.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Merida - Travel from Mérida to Chichén Itzá and return at the conclusion of the tour.
- Chichen Itza - Begin the day with exclusive early access to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Arriving before the crowds and the midday heat, explore the iconic pyramids and ceremonial plazas in a serene and comfortable environment. A professional…
- Merida - Travel from Mérida to Chichén Itzá and return at the conclusion of the tour.
- Chichen Itza - Begin the day with exclusive early access to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Arriving before the crowds and the midday heat, explore the iconic pyramids and ceremonial plazas in a serene and comfortable environment. A professional guide will share intriguing facts, local legends, and the best spots for capturing stunning photos of this breathtaking site.
Enjoy a delightful traditional Yucatecan buffet lunch, featuring authentic regional flavors and local specialties.
- Cenote Yokdzonot - After exploring the ruins, visit a nearby cenote—an underground freshwater pool revered by the ancient Maya. Enjoy a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear waters while embracing the tranquil, magical surroundings. It’s an ideal way to cool off and connect with nature.
- Izamal - Conclude the day in Izamal, one of Mexico’s official Pueblos Mágicos. Stroll through its vibrant yellow-painted streets, visit the historic San Antonio de Padua Convent, and climb the Kinich Kak Moo pyramid—the third largest in Mexico—for panoramic views of this culturally rich town.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Round transportation from the meeting point
- Mexican buffet lunch
- Entrance to cenote
- Professional guide
- Round transportation from the meeting point
- Mexican buffet lunch
- Entrance to cenote
What's Not Included
- Chichen Itza tax
- Chichen Itza tax
Additional Information
This tour seamlessly combines the highlights of Yucatán into one immersive and meticulously planned day.
Discover the renowned Chichén Itzá at the ideal time to appreciate its magnificence and take stunning photographs. Afterwards, enjoy a refreshing swim in a sacred cenote, indulge in the rich tastes of traditional Yucatecan dishes, and wander through…
This tour seamlessly combines the highlights of Yucatán into one immersive and meticulously planned day.
Discover the renowned Chichén Itzá at the ideal time to appreciate its magnificence and take stunning photographs. Afterwards, enjoy a refreshing swim in a sacred cenote, indulge in the rich tastes of traditional Yucatecan dishes, and wander through the delightful yellow streets of Izamal, one of the most scenic towns in the area.
Every aspect is thoughtfully arranged—from comfortable transport to expert guidance—allowing you to relax and savor each moment.
Whether it’s your first time in Mexico or a return visit, this is a memorable experience that will linger with you long after your journey concludes.
- Mexicans have a discount on the Chichen Itza tax upon presentation of their ID on the day of the tour. The discount will not be applicable without the official identification.
- Please bear in mind that the tour involves a lot of movement and walking, which is why it is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Location
Fiesta Americana Mérida
Avenida Colón
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(318 Ratings)
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Rosie6
Jan 28, 2026
Well worth it! - It’s an early morning and a long day of travel but we enjoyed all of it. Chichen Itza was the first stop. Freddie, our tour guide, did a great job providing background and history of the Mayan culture. We had plenty of time at the end of the tour to explore the grounds on our own. Next stop was the cenote and lunch. We enjoyed swimming even though it was quite cold! The town of Izamal was also interesting—took lots of photos l!
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Hansbg5127ly
Jan 26, 2026
Excellent Tour, wonderful guide - Our experience with our guide Carlos was top notch. He arrived punctually and provided was a clear schedule, communication was very good related to what would be needed to enter the two destinations that needed admission fees. We visited three sites: Chichen Itza, which was absolutely beautiful! Arriving early allowed us to beat the crowds and stay for a good amount of time enjoying the archeological site. We then went to the XCajum Cenote, which as far as cenotes go, was amazing. More than the hole-in-the-ground you usually find, this place had nice facilities around it, including lockers, bathrooms, changing rooms, and a very delicious buffet lunch. It's an upgraded experience in my opinion.
Finally, we headed to the town of Izamal, a small jewel frozen in time, we walked around the monastery (one of the oldest in America) and a fascinating Mayan temple.
Carlos was extremely knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. Highly recommended for anyone that wants to experience Yucatan in a single day!
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Journey30656355406
Nov 21, 2025
Incredible experience and value - An incredible experience with my wife. Rosendo was an incredible guide. he spoke five languages and communicated in both English and in Spanish and was very knowledgeable about the sites we were visiting. it was well paced and an incredible value. the cenote was amazing to swim in as well. couldn't have asked for a better experience.
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Robin
Nov 7, 2025
Fun and insightful tour with a great balance of activities! - The tour was very engaging with a good balance of activities. Freddy was a knowledgable and fun tour guide who seamlessly blended between English and Spanish so everyone was able to follow along
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Wyatt
Oct 12, 2025
Great all day adventure full of things to do - Amazing trip full of archeology to swimming to food and shopping, had a wonderful time. Guide was very knowledgeable, fun to talk to, and could speak fluently well in several languages. The archeology tour was awesome, swimming in the Cenote was a blast and highlight for myself. Would 100% recommend.
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N2447qbtamaraj
Jul 17, 2025
- Tour guide was the best part of the whole trip! He was so informative and so well versed in the history and culture of the areas we went too. The cenote was beautiful and Chichen Itza was amazing. So much to learn and see, and knowing the little details that are hidden in plain sight around the area.
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134isaiahl
Jun 21, 2025
Amazing Day of Culture and Fun near Merida - This trip was amazing. So much to do and the van was clean and had good AC. Our guide Rosendo was amazing. He was super knowledgeable about Merida, Chichen Itza, and Itsal. He gave us so much cool insight into where we were and the history and culture behind it. The cenote was amazing and decent price for ATV riding as well. Buffet was solid. It was great experience overall. Thanks guys!
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Sheree_r
May 28, 2025
Don’t Miss This Tour! - So informative!!!! Freddy our tour guide was excellent and Raul our driver was great too! Ask for them!
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Ali_g
May 6, 2025
Hot and sticky (using crutches in the sun!) - Miguel, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and the tour set out well. However, be warned, the guided tour of Chichen Itza was one hour standing in scorching heat. Despite being warned and packing lots of water, I couldn't stand that long and so Miguel kindly found me later to repeat the tour virtually with me. I also decided later on that getting down to the cenote to swim was too difficult but the tequila tasting was great!
Miguel made it for me so if you book this tour do ask for him! However, I do not advise this tour if you have difficulties with mobility.
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Tyler_s
Jan 25, 2026
We loved the experience... - We loved the experience overall. We’ve done a lot of tours and unfortunately, this guide was not our favourite. We also felt like this tour was rushed. Buffet food wasn’t very good. Beautiful cenote, and cool experience in this new places.
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