Discover Chichen Itza from Cancun or Maya Riviera

Overview

This is an excellent way to discover the great city of Chichen Itza, imagine being in an ancient Mayan city, you will discover all the secrets that the Mayans used to grow and how they became one of the most important cultures in the world. Our adventure will continue with the visit to a breathtaking cenote, either Chichikan or Noolha. Both are remarkable for their size and crystal-clear waters, offering an unforgettable experience. After that we will go to one of the last colonial towns, the beautiful Valladolid, here you will be able to buy a regional and folkloric dress or shirt, to taste the real Mexican ice cream and why not to buy a lot of souvenirs for your family. We offer no long lines, direct access to Chichen Itza. We recommend bringing a towel with you and comfortable close shoes, you must use biodegradable sunblock if you want to swim in the cenote. Book now and live this ancient adventure with us!

Itinerary

1. Yucatán

   After one of our air-conditioned vehicles picks you up at your hotel or meeting point in Cancun or Riviera Maya, you will be transferred to the starting point to begin our excursion to Chichen Itza. There, you will board your transportation where, during the course of the day, our certified guide will provide you with more information about the tour, the activities to be done and the destinations we will visit. Our first stop will be at the restaurant, where you will enjoy a delicious regional lunch and taste authentic Yucatecan dishes. Next to the restaurant you will find handicrafts made by the artisans of the region, as well as souvenir stores at the best prices.

   · 1 h

2. Chichén Itzá

   Meet and enjoy the enigmatic Chichen Itza archeological site, fabulous ceremonial center of the Mayan civilization, named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and its renowned Temple of Kukulcán, considered one of the 7 New Wonders of the Modern World. Make this magical journey through time, discovering the secrets stored in the buildings of this ancient city of the Mayan civilization, one of the most advanced in the pre-Hispanic world. Admire and contemplate several buildings such as the Market of the Thousand Columns, the Temple of the Warriors with the statue of Chacmool, the Game Ball, the Temple of the Jaguar, the astronomical observatory and the wonderful Temple of Kukulcán, one of the most emblematic monuments of the Mayan civilization. The tour includes a professional and certified guide who will tell you the real history of this magical place. After the guided visit, you will have free time so you can explore on your own and you can take marvelous pictures.

   · 2 h· Admission included

3. Chichikan

   You will visit either Chichikan Cenote or Noolha Cenote, depending on the day’s logistics. Both cenotes are located in the middle of the enigmatic jungle of the Yucatan peninsula where you can enter to visit and refresh yourself with a purifying bath in the crystalline and underground waters. According to the Mayan belief cenotes are protected by a mythological figure, guardian of the forest, called alux.

   · 1 h· Admission included

4. Valladolid

   Back to the Riviera Maya or Cancun, we visit the city center of Valladolid, located in the heart of Yucatan, you´ll see the Church of San Gervacio, and you can admire this beautiful place full of history. Don´t miss the opportunity to buy a typical Mayan shirt or if you prefer a complete dress called "hipil". Here you will have the opportunity of taste classic Mexican ice cream.

   · 30 min

Pickup

Pickup included.

If your hotel is not listed please let us know in which hotel are you staying so a representative of our company can contact you to indicate the correct place and time of your pickup. We ask you to indicate the hotel where you are staying in the special requirements box and also with your email. This service has only one schedule, between 6:45 am to 7:45 am for the Cancun area, and between 7:00 to 8:30 for the Riviera Maya area. The schedules vary according to the hotel, our representative will indicate the exact schedule via mail or via text message. For your safety, all our vehicles are sanitized daily.

What to know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Backpacks are strictly prohibited inside the archaeological site.
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 40 travelers.
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 135903P6

Activity offered by Top Travel Connection via Viator.