Explore the ancient culture of the Mayan civilization on a tour of the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, and see the main buildings such as the step pyramid of El Castillo. Go to one of the sinkholes sacred to the Mayan people and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
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- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the culture of the Mayan civilization at the pre-Colombian city of Chichén Itzá
- Go to one of the sacred sinkholes of the Mayan culture
- See magnificent monuments, such as the step pyramid of El Castillo
Full description
Be picked up from one of the meeting points in Cancun or Riviera Mayaand then travel to the pre-Colombian city of Chichén Itzá on the Yucatán Peninsula.
Located in the Tinúm Municipality, Chichén Itzá is famous for its step pyramid of El Castillo. Benefit from the services of a guide to learn the history of the ancient city, and journey back to the days of the Mayan civilization. Discover why the huge city played such an important role from the Late Classic period (600 AD) into the early part of the Post Classic period (1200 AD), and why it remained a huge center of pilgrimage until the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors.
Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the site, and visit one of the secret sinkholes, or cenotes, sacred to the Mayan people.
Includes
- Round-trip transfers from meeting points from Cancun and Riviera Maya
- Federal guide
- Entrance to the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá and a Mayan sinkhole ("cenote")
- Buffet meal
- Travel insurance
- Drinks at lunch (when you select the premium option)
- Tequila tasting
- Drinks
- Optional tips
- Souvenirs
- Local tax (USD $26)
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Towel
- Cash
Not allowed
- Drones
Know before you go
- Your booking does not include a local tax of ($24) per person. This tax must be paid at the ticket office, also the tour operator will sell these tickets prior arrival to expedite the entrance to the site. If you are a Mexican citizen you will have a discount on this tax if you present official ID, if you do not carry this ID you will have to pay the tax
- Due to ongoing COVID-19 preventative measures, Valladolid may have restrictions in place. If so, the tour will be done by bus, or you will have extra time at the cenote