Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Day Trip

FromMX$214
10 hours
Tulum Beach, Mexico

About this activity

Experience the wonders of Chichen Itza, swim in a cenote, and explore Valladolid's colonial beauty on this guided day trip from Tulum.

Highlights

  • Explore ancient Chichen Itza pyramids
  • Swim in a refreshing cenote
  • Discover Valladolid's colonial charm
  • Learn about Mayan history and culture
  • Enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned ride

Full description

Join us for an unforgettable day trip from Tulum to the iconic Chichen Itza, where you'll explore the ancient Mayan pyramids and learn about their fascinating history. Afterward, take a refreshing swim in a cenote, a natural limestone sinkhole, and then visit the charming colonial town of Valladolid to experience its unique culture and architecture. This tour offers a comfortable, air-conditioned ride, making it a perfect way to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Yucatan Peninsula.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Tulum
  • Guided tour of Chichen Itza
  • Visit to a cenote for swimming
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

Guided walk through the archaeological site of Chichen Itza

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
2

Take a walk through Valladolid, a city where past and present come together to delight us with astounding sights of beautifully colored colonial architecture and tastes of an incredibly rich gastronomy.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Swim, relax and enjoy local snacks

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

Tulum Tours - Mexico Kan Tours, Avenida Tulum S/N. Entre Orion y, C. Centauro Sur, Tulum Centro, Centro, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in English
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not wheelchair accessible

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and swimwear
  • Bring a towel and change of clothes for the cenote
  • Carry cash for souvenirs and optional purchases

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • Don't Forget to Bring:
  • Towel.
  • Bathing Suit.
  • Comfortable Shoes & Flip Flops
  • Extra T-Shirt.
  • Hat or umbrella for the sun
  • Sun glasses.
  • Camera.
  • Cash (Most of the local vendors only accept cash).
  • Only if necessary: Bio degradable Sun Screen & Bio Degradable Mosquito Repellent.
  • Necessary COVID-19 prevention measures are implemented during the tour (50% capacity, Antibactial gel available and facemasks complusory, sanitization of vehicles and equipment, safe distance between all participants, groups from 2 to 6 people maximum, private tour possible)

Traveler reviews

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The day ran smoothly,...

The day ran smoothly, travel was comfortable, and our tour guide, Tania, was extremely knowledgable. A good variety of activities to fit into one day but it didn’t feel rushed.

George_EJul 4, 2026VIATOR

Amazing tour by...

Amazing tour by Joseline…she was informative, funny and connected well with each person on the tour. She really made the day more enjoyable than I was expecting. Great locations to visit. Can definitely recommend!!!

Mitchell_RJun 29, 2026VIATOR

Excellent!

Excellent tour with Marco and Arturo! They were both very professional and knowledgeable, really enjoyed it

TraveleeringJun 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Bill M

Great trip, professional , accommodating , very knowledgeable and highly recommend. Everything was 1st class service. Marco and Arturo were so knowledgeable and professional. Left/ forgot my sunglasses in the van and they had them dropped at the hotel for me and also called to let know. Very professional and honest. I would highly recommend.

krapps711Jun 21, 2026VIATOR

Exceeded expectations

This was a fantastic day. Pablo had such passion and detail to share about the history and sights we were seeing. He really went above and beyond to make sure everyone enjoyed their day. You can tell all the partners and community involved in the day really appreciate him as well. The tour of Chichen Itza, lunch, and the choice of cenote were excellent experiences. I would bring others on this tour again in the future and hope Pablo could guide us again someday!

Q5370YHamberlJun 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Don't Forget to Bring: Towel. Bathing Suit. Comfortable Shoes & Flip Flops Extra T-Shirt. Hat or umbrella for the sun Sun glasses. Camera. Cash (Most of the local vendors only accept cash). Only if necessary: Bio degradable Sun Screen & Bio Degradable Mosquito Repellent. Necessary COVID-19 prevention measures are implemented during the tour (50% capacity, Antibactial gel available and facemasks complusory, sanitization of vehicles and equipment, safe distance between all participants, groups from 2 to 6 people maximum, private tour possible)