Chichén Itzá Awaits — A Journey Through Time & Water
Feel the wonder of ancient Mayan legends as you walk among the towering pyramids of Chichén Itzá, guided by passionate experts in history and culture. Swim in the sacred turquoise waters of Cenote Saamal—refreshing, spiritual, unforgettable.
Indulge in a delicious regional buffet, ride in comfort aboard panoramic, air-conditioned transport, and step back in time in the colonial charm of Valladolid. This is more than a tour. It’s a full-sensory, soul-stirring experience.
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Once travelers are on board, the day leaves the Caribbean coastline behind and moves inland toward Yucatan, where Chichen Itza, cenote waters, local flavors, and colonial scenery shape the experience. This first transfer gives the group time to settle in before reaching the cultural heart of the itinerary.
During this stage of the day, travelers will also stop at a local restaurant close to the archaeological area to enjoy a regional buffet lunch with traditional Mexican dishes. After lunch, the group will continue with the guides toward the entrance of Chichen Itza. Inside the archaeological site, travelers will join an approximately 1-hour guided visit through one of the most important ancient Maya cities in Mexico. The guide will share context about the city’s history, architecture, cultural relevance, and the way daily life developed during the Maya period. Once the guided explanation is complete, guests will have about 1 hour of free time to walk through the site independently, take photos, and experience this landmark at their own pace.
The group will travel approximately 1 hour to reach Cenote Saamal, a natural cenote surrounded by the landscapes of Yucatan. Cenotes were deeply meaningful in ancient Maya culture and were often connected with sacred beliefs and the hidden natural world below the surface. At Cenote Saamal, travelers will have time to swim, refresh themselves in the clear water, and enjoy one of the peninsula’s most characteristic natural settings. After the cenote visit, transportation continues toward Valladolid. The drive takes approximately 1 hour.
s colorful streets, traditional architecture, calm atmosphere, and strong Yucatecan identity. Travelers will have approximately 30 to 45 minutes of free time to explore the area, take photos, walk through the surroundings, and enjoy the local character of this charming town before starting the return route.
The drive back takes approximately 2 hours, offering time to rest after a full day that combined Chichen Itza, a regional buffet, Cenote Saamal, and the colonial atmosphere of Valladolid.
We offer roundtrip transportation (from hotel or meeting point, as applicable) for all travelers who book this tour.
Areas to which the transportation service applies:
CANCUN: • Downtown Cancun • Hotel zone • Puerto Juarez • Playa Mujeres • Costa Mujeres • Puerto Cancun
PUERTO MORELOS: • Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarket
PLAYA DEL CARMEN: • Downtown Playa del Carmen (for hotels on the coast, due to the narrow streets, the closest meeting point applies) • Hotel zone • Playacar • Dorado Royale • Playa Paraiso • Punta Maroma • El Caracol • Paa Mul
RIVIERA MAYA: • Puerto Aventuras • Xpu Ha • Akumal • Chemuyil
TULUM: • Downtown Tulum, hotel zone and metropolitan area: Only one meeting point applies within the city, Super Akí Tulum supermarket. • Tulsayab • Jacinto Pat • Xcacel
NOTE: Some hotels or hotel complexes on the list do not allow access to the facilities, so pick-up at the closest possible access or entrance applies.
NOTE 2: Some hotels or lodging centers are located in areas with difficult access (very narrow streets, alleys, streets in poor condition, blockages, or for security reasons), so pick-up at the closest possible point applies.
NOTE 3: The exact pick-up time varies by hotel. Some estimated times are: Cancun: 6:40 AM / 7:40 AM Puerto Morelos: 7:30 AM / 8:30 AM Playa del Carmen: 7:30 AM / 9:00 AM Riviera Maya: 9:30 AM / 10:30 AM Tulum: 9:30 AM / 10:30 AM
The time that appears on your ticket (7:00 AM) is the general pick-up time in Cancun, where our buses depart and pick up.
*** If your hotel is not listed, please ask us if we can pick you up there, or what would be the closest possible meeting point. ***
*** You will receive a final confirmation message (one day before the scheduled date of your excursion) with the exact pick-up time and point, to your contact information. ***
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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