Chichén Itzá & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip
Day Trip Details
Having picked you up at your hotel in Riviera Maya, we'll make a brief visit to an artisan shop before starting the trip.
First, we'll visit the most important and renowned remains of the Maya civilization—Chichén Itzá. In 1988, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and in 2007 was named one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World!
We'll pass through the ancient city with an expert guide in the Maya world and learn about its history. As we enjoy its legends and curiosities, we'll visit the Chichén Itzá temples. Among the most spectacular are the legendary Kukulcan Temple and the Temple of Warriors, decorated with images of war and guarded by a forest of columns.
From here, we'll make our way to the Chichikan cenote, where we'll be able to take a refreshing dip in the blue waters. After we've dried off, we'll make our way to a local restaurant for a delicious buffet lunch.
Once we've refuelled, we'll make our way toward the colonial city of Valladolid. Here, we'll enjoy a 25-minute scenic tour of the old town, enjoying such sites as the church of San Servacio, the Municipal Palace and the Municipal Market.
Finally, we'll head back to Riviera Maya, dropping you off at your hotel or the meeting point 12 to 13 hours after initial pickup.
What Will We See on This Day Trip?
On this tour, we’ll visit the main must-see sites in Chichén Itzá:
- Pyramid of Kukulcán (El Castillo)
- Temple of the Warriors
- Great Ball Court
- Platform of Venus
- Platform of the Eagles and Jaguars
In addition, we’ll visit the Chichikan cenote, enjoy a buffet lunch, and view the main monuments of the Yucatecan city of Valladolid from the outside:
- Church of San Servacio
- City Hall
- Municipal Market
Pickup Info
When making your reservation, you can choose whether you’d prefer to be picked up at your hotel or go to a meeting point. If you choose the tour with pickup, the day trip includes pickup from the following hotels and meeting points in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. When making your reservation, please let us know which of the locations listed you’d like us to pick you up from.
If you select the option without pickup, during the booking process you can choose one of the 11 meeting points in the Riviera Maya that we offer.
Entrance Fee
The entrance fee to Chichén Itzá is not included, so you will need to pay this amount on the day of the tour. People with disabilities and Mexican citizens are eligible for a discount on the Chichén Itzá entrance fee upon presentation of the appropriate identification on the day of the tour. The discount will not apply without official identification.
Please note that this discount only applies to:
- Mexicans over 60 years old
- Retired Mexicans and pensioners
- Mexican teachers and students
- Mexican researchers
- Mexicans under 12 years of age
- Disabled people of any nationality
Itinerary Order
Please note that, due to organizational reasons, the order of the visits described in the itinerary may change.
More Information
Duration
12 - 13h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off (depending on selected option)
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Chichén Itzá archaeological site
Admission to Chichikan Cenote
Buffet lunch
Tequila tasting
Not included
Chichen Itzá fee: 697 MXN (US$ 40.94) for non–national adults and 315 MXN (US$ 18.50) for Mexican national adults
Compulsory life jacket hire: 50 MXN (US$ 2.93) per person
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Are professional cameras allowed at Chichen Itzá?
A - Yes, but you must pay a small fee to visit with professional cameras such as Go Pros and reflex cameras. The price is 45MXN and the fee must be paid at the archaeological site on the day of the tour.
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Q - How can I pay the Chichen Itzá fee?
A - By credit or debit card, or on the day of the tour, or via Paypal for your convenience. Additionally, you can pay in cash but only in Mexican pesos or American dollars.
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Q - How much do drinks cost at the buffet lunch?
A - The cost of drinks included ranges from 30MXN - 90MXN each. Available drinks include soft drinks, water, beer and wine.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Amigo Tours Riviera Maya Mxn Corporate name: OPERADORA AROZARENA S.A. DE C.V. Registered Office: AVENIDA INSURGENTES 64, TORRE A 1714 Y A 1713, Colonia Juarez, Cuauhtemoc, CDMX., Centro, CDMX, Mexico Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): OAR080221SI2 Contact information Email: cancun1@amigotours.com Phone: +52 998 884 9211 -
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Q - Are lifejackets required at the cenote?
A - Yes, in order to swim in the cenote you must wear a lifejacket.
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Q - Will there be free time at Chichén Itzá?
A - No, during the visit to the archaeological complex of Chichén Itzá, you must be accompanied by a guide at all times, since self-guided visits are not permitted.
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Q - Can we bring luggage with us?
A - No, unfortunately not.
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Q - How do I pay for the life jacket rental?
A - The life jacket rental is paid at the Saamal cenote, to the staff at the life jacket rental booth. Payment can be made in cash, credit card or debit card (physical card).
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Q - How long does each visit last?
A - Valladolid is visited for about 30 minutes, Chichen Itza for 2 hours, there is approximately 1 hour for lunch, and 1 hour at Chichi Kan Cenote. However, it should be noted that the times are approximate and both the time and order of the visits may vary.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.