Early Chichen Itza, Valladolid, Cenote and Mayan Village
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Details
- Level: Very easy
- Age: 4+
- Duration: 11 hrs
Tour Overview
When it comes to exploring Chichén Itzá and its ancient structures, it’s important to take your time enjoying all that you get to see. That is why this day trip is designed to give you plenty of time visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site with an expert local guide, as well as time going beyond the ancient Mayan ruins to see a real and wonderful side of the Riviera Maya. In addition to seeing one of Mexico’s most famous archaeological sites, you also get to enjoy a lunch featuring local dishes in a real Mayan Village ; a refreshing dip in a cenote; and time to see the beauty and history of Valladolid, a city filled with art, restaurants and a traditional food local market.
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Useful info
- We go beyond traditional sightseeing. Arrive in the archaeological site at its opening time by 9 am before the crowds. Our bilingual guides have spent years learning all there is to know about Chichén Itzá. Expect the famous things you want to see, as well as hidden gems.
- Fresh, local ingredients are on the lunch menu. Expect a delicious typical lunch served with handmade tortillas in a Mayan Community
- We care about our Mayan culture. As natives, we hope to connect you to our history through nature, food, and stories of science and astronomy.
- Experience some of the best cenotes. While each offers its own beauty, on this day trip you get to swim in refreshing waters of the amazing Zazil Tunich Cenote.
- Safety is important to us. On our tours, we want travelers to relax and have fun knowing that we are following strict Covid guidelines. If we must change our itinerary for any reason, we will communicate that to you in advance.
- Transportation with AC Vehicle
- Two bottles of purified water
- Certified tour guide
- Archaeological site tickets
- Mayan Community Visit
- Typical Regional Lunch
- Swim in a Cenote
- Visit to Valladolid
- Photos
- Souvenirs
- Camera fee at Chichen Itza
- Gratuities ( At your discretion)
- $ 7 Surcharge for Covid restrictions in transportation and archaeological sites.
- Reduction the number of persons per guide and transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible except for the cenote
- GoPro and video cameras are permitted at Chichen Itza for a fee of 50 pesos
- No professional cameras allowed by Chichen Itza authorities
Health Restrictions
- Not suitable for persons with serious medical conditions
COVID-19 Health and Safety Measures
- Face mask required for travelers in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available
FAQ
From 4:00 am to 4:50 am depending on your hotel location . A customer service agent will contact you to confirm the exact time .
From 4:15 am to 5:20 am depending on your hotel location. A customer service agent will contact you to confirm the exact time .
We have established meeting points from Tulum area to Playa del Carmen and Cancun and the timing criteria remains the same for each zone.
The entrance fee for the archaeological site is included as well as the entrance to the Cave Cenote
Two hours and thirty minutes average. Before arriving to the site, your guide will share with you some aspects of the Mayan Culture and Chichen Itza. Expect a quick stop to stretch legs and use facilities in the middle of the trajectory.
It’s a good idea to bring a light sweater for a comfortable nap in the air-conditioned vehicle.
As you make your way to the wooden stairs you will find safely enforced handrails. In less than 5 minutes you will be experiencing one of the most unique sightings in the Yucatan Peninsula. The Mayan People gave great respect and treatment to these natural freshwater systems. Time to swim, refresh and re energize.
The waters are deep and swimming skills are required. For your safety life vests are available.
Our day tour is aimed to get most of the archaeological site, as our group will access here about the time it gets opened to visitors. This aspect of the tour makes it one of the main reasons visitors like it the most. This allows us to better enjoy the site; since there are less people and the sun is not as intense as midday. By the afternoon the volume of visitor increases heavily. And is exactly the time our group will be departing to go to Colonial Valladolid.
Tips
- Hat or Cap
- Swimming suit
- Towel
- Sunglasses
- Extra set of dry clothes
- Extra money for souvenirs and photos
- Sunscreen (biodegradable)
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for all cancellations that are made 24 hours before the service from the start or departure. • Cancellation the day of the services or after: You will be charged a 100% cancellation fee (no refund). • If travelers miss a tour, transportation, or attraction by failing to be on time and place: No refunds will be given. • In case of force majeure or cancellation due to inclement weather, it may be rescheduled for another time or day according to availability.