Chichen Itza Full Day Tour: Explore Ancient Wonder and Enjoy Regional Cuisine

Embark on a full-day tour of Chichén Itzá, the ancient wonder of the modern world. Avoid the crowds and heat by being one of the first to enter the site. Enjoy a refreshing swim in a Mayan cenote and savor delicious regional cuisine. Explore the charming yellow town of Izamal and climb the impressive Kinich Kak mo temple. Join our small group for a personalized and unforgettable experience.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Merida - We will start this great adventure by meeting at the meeting points already mentioned.
  • Chichen Itza - We will begin our tour to the archaeological zone of Chichén Itzá, where we will begin to share a general background of the Mayan culture, so we can enjoy and better understand the site.
  • Chichen Itza - Our expert guides and…
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Entrance fees
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

We’re planning a trip to Chichén Itzá, one of the wonders of the modern world. It’s a popular destination, welcoming thousands of visitors daily, so our plan is to be among the early birds to avoid queues, vendors, and large crowds. This also lets us escape the intense midday heat and capture stunning photographs.
Our unique logistics plan commences with…

Location
C. 59 398
Calle 59
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Markal6938vn
Jul 11, 2025
Chichén Itza and More! - We had a fantastic experience with Julian from Guis de Yucatán! He was incredibly helpful, friendly, and full of knowledge. Throughout the tour, he shared a wealth of historical information that really brought the sites to life. His passion for the region’s culture and history was clear, and he made sure we were comfortable and engaged the entire time. Julian’s warm personality and professionalism made the tour even more enjoyable. Highly recommend him if you're looking for an informative and enjoyable experience in the Yucatán!
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Grant_m
Jun 11, 2025
this is the best way to explore the Yucatan peninsula. - What an amazing opportunity to see México's most important pyramid! Getting up early to be first in line made a huge difference. Freddie did a great job preparing us while on the way so that we could get right to the key points while there, and being early meant it wasn't too hot yet as we looked around. Then when it did get too hot, we were ready to go for a swim in the cenote to cool off. Stopping in Izamal to see the contrast between the Izamal temple and the colonial era Franciscan Cathedral where John Paul II visited Mexico in 1993 made a nice way to end the day.
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Gina
May 11, 2025
Super trip, clear recommendation! - We can only recommend the tour! Freddy and Ifrain made this day very special. The organization was TOP, and we already got exciting information on the way. We were already at Chichén Itzá in the morning, so it was quite relaxed and also cool there. Bathing in the Cenote at lunchtime was just right. We were always ahead of the big tourist buses and so there were no crowds everywhere. Also Izamál has been a beautiful place.
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Hannaheq1760nt
Apr 29, 2025
Knowledgeable tour guide and excellent driver - We had a great time during our tour. Kumen our guide was very knowledgeable in Mesoamerican cultures and he shows passion about the Mayas. The driver, Efraín is always on time and drove us safely. The AC in the van was greatly appreciated.
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32matthewu
Apr 10, 2025
Wonder of the World - Wanted to see Chichén Itzá and swim in a nearby cenote; we did both. Once in a lifetime trip to see one of the world’s wonders; it didn’t disappoint. Awesome trip and swim.
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Epingy
Apr 3, 2025
A Well-Planned, Cultural Adventure in Yucatán: Thanks to Freddy and Efrain - I had an amazing full-day trip visiting Chichen Itza, a cenote, and Izamal. As someone from Asia, everything was fresh and exciting, but what made it even more special was Freddy, our guide. He’s an awesome storyteller, speaks great English, and has a fantastic sense of humor, which made us feel like we were in for a great day right from the start—and we were totally right! Our driver, Efrain, was also super kind and made sure we were all well taken care of. They both looked after our group of 10 throughout the day. Thanks to this tour, we learned so much about Mayan history, and it was a great mix of culture and adventure. The trip was perfectly planned—starting with Chichen Itza early so we could beat the crowds. By the time we left at 10:30 AM, the lines were huge with tourists waiting for tickets, and buses and cars were lined up everywhere! Definitely ask for Freddy and Efrain when you book this trip. You won’t regret it!
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Jessicabu90la
Apr 2, 2025
A great tour...worth it! - The entire day was fun and informative. Freddy our guide and Efrain our driver were awesome. Freddy conducted the tour in BOTH English and Spanish in a way that kept us all engaged which was so clever. We saw the temples and swam in a cenote. Advise to bring more water than you think you need because it is really hot out there...but worth the trip!
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Michael
Mar 22, 2025
Well worth it! - Great experience overall. Booked in advance and was happy with the price. They contacted us the day before to confirm time and pickup location. Bus arrived on time. Chichen Itza was amazing and the guide did a great job of explaining the complexity of the site in an educational and engaging way. We chose the optional buffet lunch, cenote swim, and visit to Izamal. Lunch was delicious (and all you can eat) with a Mexican dancing show for entertainment. The swim was in a beautiful cenote, well monitored by staff and not overcrowded. The trip to Izamal was taken by a different guide who was equally educational and as hospitable as the first. They dropped us back at our pickup location and we were tired but not exhausted, and thoroughly enjoyed the day. Great value and would definitely recommend.
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Sandrain_st2021
Mar 14, 2025
Excellent experience - It is very worth the full walk, David is an excellent guide and his explanations are magnificent in English and Spanish with great fluency. Carlos is the best driver. The places we visited were wonderful. Ten out of ten!
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Nannaphat_s
Jun 27, 2025
Nice trip Nice guide Great experience - We had a small, friendly group tour with a family-like atmosphere. Chichen Itza was amazing and a must-see in a lifetime. But it was a pity and a great waste of time that we had too little time to explore and did not walk around the entire area (missed the curved observatory building. X-Cajum cenote was a great place for a family getaway, offering nothing but water fun and buffet food that was good, but the experience felt a bit uncomfortable as I felt watched and it was quite strict. Izamal city was quite striking with the city's colors, which were particularly beautiful on a cloudless day – the yellow and blue were just perfect. The guides were friendly and always willing to help, but due to the language barrier, our conversations and the information shared were about 80% Spanish and 20% English. For me, however, that was fine, as I already had more information than Wikipedia.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).