Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Day Trip

From$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

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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Absolutely recommended

An absolute recommendation!!!! Very, very nice guides, very friendly and informal.

markusz584Sep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Slice of Culture

I took both the Chichen Itza World Wonder Discovery, and the Muyil Lazy River tour. Both were an absolute delight. Lively, knowledgeable and engaged guides with Santi for Chichen Itza and Carlos for Muyil. I’ve never been on a tour before where the guides felt so much like they lived and loved the land and the history. They were passionate about the Mayan culture and enthusiastic for questions, recommended local eateries with amazing food, and gave deep insight into the area. It made both tours a genuine pleasure for more than just the location; it felt more like a group that cared to share, than a mass tour machine and it was all the better for it. Thank you to both, and Axel as the driver for both trips! Helped make Mexico a delight. I'd actually recommend booking through the Mexico Kan website; it makes it easier to pay and organise and much easier to sort the pickup costs outside Tulum.

lukewA6190XTSep 10, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Lovely tour with a personal touch (worth the money)

We would highly recommend this tour. The whole experience was absolutely lovely. Every step was thought through well and the day had a good pace to it. Iber, our guide, was very entertaining, attentive and knowledgeable. The personal touch of home made snacks and environmentally friendly approach to the tour was refreshing. The cenote was incredible and not overcrowded. The lunch food was tasty in a beautiful restaurant. We were considering a cheaper option at first, but this tour seemed a lot more private and chill. It was definitely worth the money.

os808Sep 8, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Traveling back Home!

The ENTIRE experience was amazing! From the booking process, they were very professional and answered all my questions quickly. Picked me up early (which I loved). The vehicle was clean and cool! The tour guide Niko was AMAZING and extremely knowledgeable and just very cool! Our driver got us to every location safely so he gets all 5’s from me!! I was nervous going as a solo traveler but I am glad I did. I definitely recommend this company!

Cu010175Aug 31, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent guide!

What an amazing tour! It was the perfect mix of an informational tour with time allowed to venture off on our own. Our guide was very experienced and knowledgeable and gave us a deep and nuanced explanation of the sights. Plus special off the beaten track Cenote experience! Kudos!

Carl_GAug 17, 2026VIATOR

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)