Spectacular Chichen Itza holds both mystery and magic. Explore the most important archaeological zone and ancient capital of the Mayan Empire on a full day guided tour from Cancun. Admire the majestic observatory, the sacred cenote, the ball court and the castle. Sample typical Mayan cuisine at a buffet lunch with folkloric dancers before beginning your tour of the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights
- Day trip to Chichen Itza from Cancun
- Explore the observatory, a sacred cenote, the ball court and the castle
- Enjoy a delicious buffet-style lunch while watching a traditional folkloric dance
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and its fascinating temples
- Complimentary pickup and drop off from most Cancun hotels
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Chichen Itza ObservatoryThe observatory is at the end of the tour and at the back of the site.Photo by: r&r04 2011 -
Chichen ItzaOctober 3rd 2010Photo by: Audrey FUSA, 10 2010 -
April 2010_100310_185Chichen Itza...recommend you take this tour if you are going to be in Cancun.Photo by: Audrey FUSA, 10 2010 -
Chichen ItzaKukuklan templePhoto by: JANET L08 2009 -
PyramidThe main attraction - the Pyramid of Kukulkan in Chichen Itza.Photo by: Kevin F05 2013 -
AltarThe altar at the Temple of the Warrior.Photo by: Kevin F05 2013 -
Temple of the WarriorThe Temple of the Warrior in Chichen Itza.Photo by: Kevin F05 2013 -
LunchLunch with a show.Photo by: Kevin F05 2013 -
ValladolidValladolid from the bus.Photo by: Kevin F05 2013 -
CenoteThe underground cenote on the way to Chichen Itza.Photo by: Kevin F05 2013 -
Chichén ItzáVisiting Chichén Itzá pyramind! :)Photo by: Karina N03 2013 -
CenotesVisiting Cenotes CavePhoto by: Karina N03 2013 -
March 1, 2013Dancers at the buffet restaurant. Awesome entertainment and even more awesome tasting food...Photo by: Capri H03 2013 -
March 1, 2013ChichenItza Temple March 1, 2013Photo by: Capri H03 2013 -
Kukulcan TempleFabulous view at one of the Seven Wonders of the World.Photo by: Diane W02 2013 -
El CastilloChichen Itza pyramidPhoto by: Gabriel G01 2013 -
they used to kill one person ...mayan hired warriors who believe they need to kill one person a day and devote his heart to god. They do that on top ...Photo by: Ju-te W12 2012 -
chichen itza in my handThe tour guide told me to pose like this. I love the picture he took.Photo by: Ju-te W12 2012 -
the abandoned cenotethey dug out tens of thousands of artifacts from this cenote and 64 human remains sacrificed to god for rainPhoto by: Ju-te W12 2012 -
other mayan ruinsthere are a few other mayan ruins next to it you can walk to during this tourPhoto by: Ju-te W12 2012 -
Useful Information
Chichen Itza: All Inclusive Day Tour from Cancun
During your stay in Cancun, you simply must take the opportunity to visit Chichen Itza, the most important archaeological zone in Yucatan. Explore the ancient capital of the Mayan Empire and learn why it has been designated one of the modern wonders of the world. Its extraordinary architectural beauty and geographical location are sure to leave you in awe!
Your first stop is a 50-minute visit to either the Ikil, Suytun or Hubiku cenote. The cenote visited will depend on which area is less populated on the day of your tour. You'll have free time to explore this natural wonder, so be sure to bring along your towel and swimsuit! By 10:50, you'll head up to the local restaurant and enjoy fresh salads, soups, rice, meat, chicken, fish, vegetables and other regional dishes. While eating, you'll enjoy a festive show in which the locals perform traditional dances to folklore music.
At approximately 1:00pm and once inside the world famous archaeological site, you'll be divided into English and Spanish speaking groups for a guided tour. You'll be taken on a 1.5 hour tour with a certified guide who will introduce you to the secrets of the Mayans. Your guide will explain the historical significance of all the most important sites before leaving you to enjoy the ruins on your own from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.
Reviewed by STEFANIE S, May 2013
Reviewed by Kevin F, May 2013
This was an excellent day trip from Cancun! The first stop was an amazing underground well where the locals put on a show. The lunch and show at the restaurant were another pleasant surprize. I would have liked a little more time at Chichen Itza or an opportunity to get off the bus in Valladolid, and less time at the "Mayan village" which was just a market. The guide, Rueben, was excellent.
