PRIVATE TOUR: Explore Chichen Itza with a personal certified guide, take a refreshing dip in a cenote, and savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Valladolid.
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Dreaming of visiting one of the New Seven Wonders of the World? Our all-inclusive Chichen Itza and cenote tour is the perfect Riviera Maya day trip for travelers who love history, culture, and nature. Designed exclusively for your group, this private experience blends world-famous Mayan ruins, a refreshing cenote swim, and authentic Yucatec flavors—at your pace and without the crowds.
Upon arrival, your entrance tickets are ready so you can skip the lines and begin exploring right away. With your certified private guide, you’ll discover Chichen Itza at a comfortable pace and enjoy commentary tailored to your interests.
Stand before the legendary El Castillo (Temple of Kukulcán), walk the vast Great Ball Court, and learn the symbolism etched into sacred temples and ceremonial platforms. Your guide brings the site to life with insights on Mayan astronomy, architecture, and traditions that shaped this ancient city.
After your journey through history, cool off in one of Yucatán’s most beautiful cenotes—either Cenote Oxman, Cenote Xkeken or Cenote Samula. These crystal-clear freshwater pools lie within dramatic limestone caverns, creating a magical setting for swimming, floating, and relaxing.
We provide life vests for comfort and safety, and your guide shares the geological and cultural importance of cenotes in Mayan life. Whether you take a dip or simply admire the view, this stop is often a highlight of the day.
To round out the experience, we’ll visit the colonial city of Valladolid, one of the most charming towns in Yucatán. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring regional dishes such as cochinita pibil, sopa de lima, and handmade tortillas.
After lunch, enjoy free time to stroll colorful streets, browse local shops for handicrafts, or relax in the main square before returning to your hotel.
Private & all-inclusive: just your group and your guide, with logistics handled for a seamless day.
Flexible pace: explore comfortably, avoid crowds, and focus on what interests you most.
Award-winning service: trusted local team with thousands of 5-star reviews.
Join us for an unforgettable Chichen Itza and cenote tour and see why it’s our most popular private day trip in the Riviera Maya.
Book 2 or more tours and enjoy a 10% discount! Perfect for travelers looking to make the most of their stay in the Riviera Maya.
The recommended early pick-up time helps you avoid traffic,
crowds, and heat at the sites, but you can opt for a later pick-up when
booking. Discover the 3 benefits of an early departure to visit Chichen Itza.
Timing may vary based on traffic and your exact location.
We can spend more or less time at each location, moving at your own pace.
06:15am: Private transportation from your hotel to Chichen Itza
08:00am – 11:30am: Visit of Chichen Itza + free time
11:30am – 12:15pm: Transportation
12:15pm – 01:15pm: Swim in Cenote Oxman or Xkeken or Samula
01:15pm – 03:30pm: Lunch in Valladolid + free time
03:30pm – 06:30pm: Transportation to your hotel
Transportation takes less than 3 hours, and there is a one-hour time difference between Cancun/Playa del Carmen/Tulum and Chichen Itza.
* It is forbidden to apply sunblock and repellent before swimming or
snorkeling activities to prevent water pollution in the cenotes, even if
they are biodegradable products. Compliance with this rule is essential
for the protection of the environment.
You can bring personal belongings you require during the tour (phone,
camera, extra set of clothes…). While you are visiting or snorkeling you
can leave the things you don’t need in the van. Our driver will always
be in the van, so keeping your things safe!
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Dreaming of visiting one of the New Seven Wonders of the World? Our all-inclusive Chichen Itza and cenote tour is the perfect Riviera Maya day trip for travelers who love history, culture, and nature. Designed exclusively for your group, this private experience blends world-famous Mayan ruins, a refreshing cenote swim, and authentic Yucatec flavors—at your pace and without the crowds.
Upon arrival, your entrance tickets are ready so you can skip the lines and begin exploring right away. With your certified private guide, you’ll discover Chichen Itza at a comfortable pace and enjoy commentary tailored to your interests.
Stand before the legendary El Castillo (Temple of Kukulcán), walk the vast Great Ball Court, and learn the symbolism etched into sacred temples and ceremonial platforms. Your guide brings the site to life with insights on Mayan astronomy, architecture, and traditions that shaped this ancient city.
After your journey through history, cool off in one of Yucatán’s most beautiful cenotes—either Cenote Oxman, Cenote Xkeken or Cenote Samula. These crystal-clear freshwater pools lie within dramatic limestone caverns, creating a magical setting for swimming, floating, and relaxing.
We provide life vests for comfort and safety, and your guide shares the geological and cultural importance of cenotes in Mayan life. Whether you take a dip or simply admire the view, this stop is often a highlight of the day.
To round out the experience, we’ll visit the colonial city of Valladolid, one of the most charming towns in Yucatán. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring regional dishes such as cochinita pibil, sopa de lima, and handmade tortillas.
After lunch, enjoy free time to stroll colorful streets, browse local shops for handicrafts, or relax in the main square before returning to your hotel.
Private & all-inclusive: just your group and your guide, with logistics handled for a seamless day.
Flexible pace: explore comfortably, avoid crowds, and focus on what interests you most.
Award-winning service: trusted local team with thousands of 5-star reviews.
Join us for an unforgettable Chichen Itza and cenote tour and see why it’s our most popular private day trip in the Riviera Maya.
Book 2 or more tours and enjoy a 10% discount! Perfect for travelers looking to make the most of their stay in the Riviera Maya.
The recommended early pick-up time helps you avoid traffic,
crowds, and heat at the sites, but you can opt for a later pick-up when
booking. Discover the 3 benefits of an early departure to visit Chichen Itza.
Timing may vary based on traffic and your exact location.
We can spend more or less time at each location, moving at your own pace.
06:15am: Private transportation from your hotel to Chichen Itza
08:00am – 11:30am: Visit of Chichen Itza + free time
11:30am – 12:15pm: Transportation
12:15pm – 01:15pm: Swim in Cenote Oxman or Xkeken or Samula
01:15pm – 03:30pm: Lunch in Valladolid + free time
03:30pm – 06:30pm: Transportation to your hotel
Transportation takes less than 3 hours, and there is a one-hour time difference between Cancun/Playa del Carmen/Tulum and Chichen Itza.
* It is forbidden to apply sunblock and repellent before swimming or
snorkeling activities to prevent water pollution in the cenotes, even if
they are biodegradable products. Compliance with this rule is essential
for the protection of the environment.
You can bring personal belongings you require during the tour (phone,
camera, extra set of clothes…). While you are visiting or snorkeling you
can leave the things you don’t need in the van. Our driver will always
be in the van, so keeping your things safe!
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You’ll have a dedicated guide and vehicle all to yourselves—no crowds, no waiting, just a smooth and personalized experience.
Yes, round-trip transportation is included from Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal and Tulum. We’ll pick you up right from your hotel, resort, or Airbnb for a stress-free start to your day.
Please note: we don’t offer pick up from Cancun Playa Mujeres hotels unless your group has 6 or more adults.
Yes, you’re welcome to choose your preferred pick-up time when booking.
That said, we recommend an early morning start to help you beat the crowds, skip the traffic, and enjoy cooler temperatures—it really makes a difference!
The drive to Chichen Itza from the coast takes approximately 2 hours and 30 to 40 minutes.
Our professional drivers always respect speed limits to ensure a safe and comfortable journey for everyone.
Yes, absolutely! There are 1 or 2 bathroom stops available along the way at gas stations and convenience stores, where you can take a break whenever needed.
During the guided visit at Chichen Itza, we typically spend about 2 to 2 hours and 15 minutes exploring the site.
We go at your own pace, taking breaks whenever needed to ensure your comfort.
If you wish, we can also adjust the visit to be shorter or longer depending on your preferences.
Our goal is to make the experience as enjoyable and flexible as possible for you.
You can view the list of cenotes available for this tour under the ‘Tour Description and General Info’ tab, where you'll also find links to full descriptions of each cenote.
Unless you've already made your choice, you can decide which cenote to visit together with your tour guide on the day of your tour.
No previous swimming experience is required.
We provide mandatory life vests, and our guide ensures a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.
Yes. Facilities include clean showers, restrooms, and changing areas at both locations.
Essentials include swimwear, a towel and comfortable shoes.
You can safely leave your belongings in the van—our driver stays with it the entire time while you're out enjoying the activities.
Yes, we’re happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs or allergies.
After booking, you can let us know your needs by filling out the check-in form—just follow the link in your booking confirmation email.
You can cancel free of charge or reschedule (subject to availability) up to 24 hours before your tour.
We’re a small team and often fully booked 1–2 weeks in advance, so we recommend booking early to secure your spot.
Bonus: if you book at least 2 months in advance (60 days), you’ll qualify for our early bird discount*!
For full details, check out our booking policy page.
Doyle –
Hands down the best way to see and experience Chichen Itza. Our tour guide Arturo and our driver Rodrigo picked our group of 11 up very early. They gave us options for bathrooms and rest stops with snacks along the way. Upon arrival to Chichen Itza Arturo gave us our tickets and we were able to leave all our things in the bus as the driver stayed with our belongings the whole time. This was very helpful as it was a hot day and carrying extra things would have been a lot.
Arturo was an amazing tour guide he is trained not only in archaeology but has a past of his own of being an architect so his insight he gives to the ancient ruins is unmatched. He kept us on time and in the shade as much as possible. A couple people on our group had some overheating issues and he was very accommodating.
After our tour around the ruins we went to the Oxman cenote. It was absolutely stunning. There is a rope swing and a jumping platform. Arturo was kind enough to take group pictures from the top to keep our phones from getting wet.
Our group was very hungry after Chichen Itza and the tour provided snacks and drinks. Arturo with his experience knew the restaurant sometimes takes awhile for large group orders so we picked our lunch before the cenote and he called it in ahead of time. By the time we arrived at the restaurant we maybe waited 10 minutes to be eating as a group. We had authentic mayan cuisine that was delicious and also part of the tour price.
Outside of tipping and drinks at the restaurant the total tour price included our entrances to Chichen Itza and the cenote, lunch, transport, and all the knowledge and guidance from the tour guide.
Would 10/10 recommend this company for the Chichen Itza and cenote trip. I cannot speak to the other tours, but if the communication and the service is the same I can assure you will have the BEST time and it was worth every penny!
Sara –
Our family—three generations, ages 78, 47, 44, 12, and 9—had a wonderful experience on the Chichén Itzá + Cenote + Valladolid tour with guide Joshua and driver Omar. We opted for a private tour to accommodate the different needs of our group. There was an additional fee since we were departing from Cancún rather than Playa del Carmen, where the company is based—but it was well worth it to go with Absolute Adventure Mexico. Joshua and Omar were well prepared and excellent with our group—engaging, informative, and respectful of our pace and freedom to explore. Be sure to grab a drink from the cooler in the van before entering the Chichén Itzá site. The stops were well timed and flexible, and the driving felt very safe. At Paladar del Cura, I recommend the Cochinita Pibil (Yucatán-style barbecued pork with tacos on the side)—a delicious local specialty. We waited to order dessert until we reached Valladolid so the kids could enjoy ice cream at La Michoacana. We had a choice of two cenotes and chose Oxmán for its rope swing and jumping platforms—this was a hit with our group! Bring a waterproof phone pouch for great photos inside the cenote. Our older traveler chose not to descend the 73 steps to the water and was warmly welcomed to wait with Joshua, where he continued learning about the area’s history and enjoyed photographing the cenote from above. Sunscreen isn’t allowed in the cenote to help protect it, but it’s shady inside, so you won’t need it. Everyone wears life jackets in the water. Thank you, Joshua, Omar, and Absolute Adventure Mexico, for the unforgettable memories and a great tour!
BM –
Great excursion!
Great trip! The guide Alex was friendly and informative, and Chichen Itza & Valladolid were both beautiful! Would recommend.
Chanel –
The hubs and I used Absolute Adventure Mexico for a private tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote Samula, and for a vegetarian lunch in Valledolid. Our private tour guide, Josh, was polite, friendly, and very educated on the places we visited. Our driver, Kike, was also polite, and did well to ensure we didn’t feel car sick. All in all, excellent service! We would definitely recommend and use the company again! 😊👍🏼
Silvia –
Excellent service, knowledgeable and friendly guide, we really enjoyed the experience!!
Highly recommended.
Brooke –
The Best
This tour was one of the best we’ve done in Mexico. Having a private tours offers so many benefits especially when traveling with younger children (4 years old.) You have the ability to do more or less depending on how it’s going. They stop for restroom breaks, etc. We even wanted a specific souvenir and our tour guide, Arturo, made sure we got it. He helped guide us when we were bargaining with vendors and even took us to a Cenote that was incredibly peaceful- no crowds. Shortly after we left the crowds descended and we were so grateful to get to experience it away from everyone else. Lunch was excellent as well! Our driver was superb. We would book a tour with this company and Arturo any time and you should too.
Aime –
Excellent experience
The tour was outstanding, every location was expertly discussed. The sights were absolutely must see and the tour delivered.
Kevin –
Excellent tour and glimpse into Mayan history.
This tour was excellent!! Alex and Omar were the best and made it such a special experience for my family. They answered all our questions thoughtfully and had some really great insights into the history we saw. This tour and the guides have my highest recommendation!!!
Sara –
This tour was one of the best we’ve done in Mexico. Having a private tours offers so many benefits especially when traveling with younger children (4 years old.) You have the ability to do more or less depending on how it’s going. They stop for restroom breaks, etc. We even wanted a specific souvenir and our tour guide, Arturo, made sure we got it. He helped guide us when we were bargaining with vendors and even took us to a Cenote that was incredibly peaceful- no crowds. Shortly after we left the crowds descended and we were so grateful to get to experience it away from everyone else. Lunch was excellent as well! Our driver was superb. We would book a tour with this company and Arturo any time and you should too.
Kathy –
Great staff and time! Cristina and Rodri were awesome.
Erin –
Cristina and Rodri made the day excellent. Will definitely book another tour in the future with my family.
Katie –
Unforgettable Experience with the Best Guide in Cancún! Our trip to Cancún wouldn’t have been the same without our incredible tour guide, Cristina! Rodrigo ur driver, was great. From the moment we met, they were friendly, and knowledgeable. They went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and truly immersed in the experience.
Robyn –
Christina was an absolute joy of a tour guide for Chichén Itzá. Informative & great conversation about archeological topics as well as Mexican culture in general. Highly recommend. Rodrigo was our driver and also was fantastic. There are a lot of tour companies to pick from in Cancun, don’t look anywhere else but here.
Jason –
Well worth the extra cost. Our tour guide Alex and our driver Rodrigo were amazing. Picked us up at our Cancun hotel promptly at 6AM. We arrived at Chichen Itza 15 minutes before opening, so we were one of the first people through the gate. We were able to take our family photos without the annoyance of waiting in line or having strangers in the background of our pictures. The cenote was amazing. We had the place to ourselves so family photos were only of our family without strangers lurking in the background. Lunch at Valladolid was authentic and ala carte(not a buffet). I cannot stress the benefits of a private tour enough. We were back at our hotel before 6PM. I’ve always believed that time is worth more than money and this tour was time well spent without the inconvenience of having to adjust to strangers’ idiosyncrasies or make multiple unnecessary stops to drop off/pick up other tour patrons. This was, hands down, the best part of our Cancun trip.
Kaetlyn –
This day trip was incredible! Arturo was a phenomenal guide. He was informative, shared his personal favorites along the tour, and explained each historical site at Chichen Itza. The cenote was magical and afterwards we had authentic food in the nearby town. It was the perfect day and we were transported safely. I would definitely recommend using this company for your next trip! Thank you so much!
Whitney –
We booked two tours through Absolute Adventure Mexico and had an amazing time on each! The first tour was the Chichen Itza Ruins and Swim in a Cenote tour. Our tour guide Alex was great, very informative and fun. The second tour was Snorkeling in 3 Cenotes with tour guide Cris. Cris was friendly and ensured we had a great time in each cenote. Our driver was Omar for each tour, Omar did a great job getting us around Mexico, the van was roomy and comfortable. Overall, the company was timely and professional, each stop was well planned, and the lunch stops were delicious. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking to book a tour in the Tulum/Cancun area!
Logan –
We had such a great time on our excursion to Chichen Itza lead by Alex and Omar. Everything was very well organized and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Roberto –
Fantastic
Juan was an amazing guide, thoroughly enjoyed his knowledge and expertise loved every
minute, Cenote was great cool you off and lunch was great, thank you Juan for an amazing
experience
Jory –
Josh was awesome, friendly and informative. Great tour guide and everything as advertised. Highly recommend!
Debbie –
Tulum vacation
Alex provides a wonderful experience on his tours. He shares so much history and information, as well as being very personable and friendly. Alex and Omar are a great team.