Experience the mysticism of the historic city of Chichen Itzá with a visit to its archaeological site, named one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Take a detour during your trip to Yucatán and join an excursion from Mérida to learn about history, swim in a sacred cenote, and taste authentic food. Head directly to Chichén Itzá on a bus ride from Mérida. Make the most of your travel time by hearing about the Mayan civilization and its history from your expert guide. Reach Chichén Itzá while it's still early before the crowds arrive and the heat sets in. Admire the perfection of El Castillo, recognized as the masterpiece of the complex. Visit the old field where the pre-Hispanic ball game was played, the Mayan astronomical observatory known as El Caracol, and the Temple of the Warriors. Take some time to explore at your own pace. Up next, taste a delicious Mexican buffet lunch with vegetarian options and recharge energies before heading to your next stop. Discover a beautiful cenote, a natural freshwater pool, where you can swim in its cool waters, sacred to the Mayans. Hop back on the bus and return safely to Mérida.

Marvel at the ruins of Chichén Itzá and swim in the cenotes of Ikkil and Suytun on a day trip from Cancún. Learn the history behind each turn from your guide, visit the village of Valladolid, and enjoy a buffet lunch. Depart from Cancún in the morning and be one of the first to arrive at Chichén Itzá, the complex of Mayan ruins on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Beating the crowds and the heat, enjoy a tour with a specialized guide and learn all about the incredible civilization that once dominated this area.   During this luxury Chichen Itza day trip from Cancun or Riviera Maya, you can enjoy as much water, soda, and beer as you want and a light snack-box lunch on the way to the Mayan ruins. Explore the complex of Mayan ruins at Chichén Itzá and admire the large step pyramid, Temple of Kukulcan. Learn about the ancient city which dates back to 600 A.D. Then, visit 2 beautiful cenotes, Ikkil and Hubiku, and go swimming in the crystal-clear water. After swimming and exploring the cenotes, enjoy delicious a buffet lunch. On the way back to Cancún, stop for a quick visit to the charming colonial town of Valladolid, known for its medieval religious sites with a history dating from the 1400s.

Immerse yourself in the history and traditions of Mexico's ancient civilizations with 2 tours to Xcaret Park and the historic Mayan city of Chichén Itzá. Benefit from deluxe transportation on both days and the option to visit each attraction within 15 days. The package combines 2 popular tours in 1: the adventurous "Xcaret Plus Tour" and the cultural "Xichen Itza Deluxe Tour" with some free time and gourmet experiences in the city of Valladolid. Xcaret Plus Tour Experience Mexico's best eco reserve at Xcaret Park and explore the beautiful grounds at your own pace. Seek out some of the extraordinary performances and cultural exhibits, including equestrian shows and the ritual ceremony of the “Voladores.” Swim with dolphins, manatees or sharks (own expense). Benefit from a complimentary buffet lunch and access to the beaches, bays and natural pools. Swim in an underground river, or just stroll around the grounds and hang out at the beach. Life jackets and inner tubes are included with your admission. Xichen Itza Deluxe Tour: Take a luxury guided tour to the ruins of Chichén Itzá, and enjoy a variety of delicious food in Valladolid. Benefit from some free time to take a leisurely stroll around the colonial city along the way. Start with the fastest and most efficient transportation from Cancun and the Riviera Maya, and enjoy a light gourmet breakfast on board the sightseeing bus. Stop for a buffet lunch and drinks at the exclusive Casona de Valladolid, and get unlimited soft drinks, fruit juice, coffee, bottled water and beer aboard the bus. Sit back and relax as you look out of the panoramic windows at the passing scenery, and take a guided tour of the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, where attractions include the Temple of a Thousand Warriors, the jaguar throne inside the El Castillo pyramid and much more.

Learn more about the Mayans and their ancient civilization with a combo package of three tours to the ruins of Chichen Itza, the underground cenote (swimming hole) of Xcaret, and the nooks and crannies of Xel-Ha theme park. The three tours combo package also features a delicious variety of culinary specialties in the colonial city of Valladolid. Valid for 15 days from first redemption, daily departures make this combination convenient and great value. Chichén Itzá: Visit the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá, before going to the colonial city of Valladolid, where you can enjoy a delicious variety of gastronomic specialties, visit the Church of San Gervasio, and explore the historic monuments of the town center. You will also go to the Mayan sinkhole of Santuario Tsukán, renowned for its natural beauty (please note that due to time restrictions, swimming in the sinkhole will not be possible. A bilingual guide (Spanish and English; Spanish and Portuguese; or Spanish and French) will be on hand to answer questions and assist you every step of the way. Enjoy a light gourmet breakfast (baguette sandwich, fruit, muffin, and fresh juice) on board the transfer bus, along with a buffet lunch and drinks at the exclusive Casona de Valladolid. The panoramic bus is fully equipped with 2 bathrooms (one for the ladies, and one for gentlemen), while unlimited soft drinks, fruit juice, coffee, bottled water and beer are provided. One of the largest of the Mayan cities, Chichén Itzá is one of the most popular archaeological sites in Mexico. Walk among the columns of the Temple of a Thousand Warriors, see the jaguar throne inside the pyramid of "El Castillo," and much more. Xcaret: Learn the history and traditions of the Mayans in Mexico at the privately-owned theme park of Xcaret. Watch cultural shows, such as the ritual of the voladores (flyers). Journey into the Mayan jungle, and swim in underground rivers. Use of the snorkel equipment is complimentary (subject to a refundable USD 25 deposit), while other facilities include access to the beaches, bays and natural pools, lounge chairs, hammocks, and rest areas, and a buffet lunch, including one beer and unlimited beverages (soft drinks, flavored waters and coffee). Xel-Há: Xel-Há is a snorkel paradise with a dazzling inlet and fun activities. In addition to your transfer by luxury bus and entrance fees to the park, you will enjoy access to life jackets, inner tubes and bikes to explore the park by land or on water, use of snorkel equipment (subject to a refundable USD 25 deposit), aquatic activities in the river and inlet, sightseeing in the gardens and jungle trails, and lounge chairs, hammocks, and rest areas to enjoy the Caribbean sun. See colorful fish and other marine species in the sinkholes, learn more about the plants that thrive in the region at the nursery, and much more. Your all-inclusive package also includes unlimited drinks and an open bar for domestic drinks, and Mexican and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and snacks.