Chichen Itza, Ek Balam + Sacred Cenote Day Trip from Valladolid

On this day trip to Chichen Itza and Ek Balam, we'll explore these two treasures of the Mayan civilisation on the Yucatan Peninsula. Plus, you can take a refreshing swim in a sacred cenote

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to a cenote
Buffet–style lunch
Bottles of water

Not included

Admission to Chichen Itza: 643MXN for foreigners and 285MXN for Mexicans
Admission to Ek Balam: 556MXN for foreigners and 222MXN for Mexicans
Drinks during lunch
Rental of life jackets and lockers at the cenote

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Day Trip Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Valladolid and drive to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Mexico and a World Heritage Site.

After almost an hour's drive, we'll arrive at this ancient Mayan city for a guided tour. We'll admire the famous Temple of Kukulcan, a majestic temple dedicated to the Feathered Serpent God that holds amazing stories of power and devotion.

We'll also explore other important shrines, such as the Temple of the Warriors, with its stone carvings evoking a warrior and spiritual past, and the Observatory, where the ancient Maya studied the cosmos. We'll learn the mysteries of this civilisation!

After our 2-hour tour of Chichen Itza, we'll head to a sacred cenote, a true natural paradise that the Mayans considered the entrance to the underworld. Here, you can take a dip in the crystal clear waters surrounded by rock formations. We'll also enjoy a delicious buffet lunch with typical Yucatan dishes such as cochinita pibil, chicken with achiote and fresh garnishes—a real treat for the palate!

After 2 hours in the cenote and with renewed energy, we'll continue the route to Ek Balam, an archaeological site that houses amazing structures, such as the Oval Palace and the Temple of the Jaguars, decorated with beautiful carvings and friezes depicting deities and mythical figures. Here, we'll go on a 1.5-hour guided tour.

Finally, we'll return to Valladolid and say goodbye at your hotel 9 hours after pickup.