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.
Scroll down for detailed info, inclusions and itinerary.
Book your tour now and if your plans happen to change, you can cancel for free up to 24 hours prior to the tour!
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!
You must be logged in to post a review.
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!
You must be logged in to post a review.
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.
Brandon –
We had Josh as our guide and Kike as our driver, they are absolute pros and took care of us at every step of the tour!
They picked us up early and we are basically the first group that got in before others and had a beautiful view of the Chichen Itza before other groups and vendors started to crowd the space (they were starting to crowd the space just as we were leaving).
We really felt cared for since they gave us plenty of chances to use washroom/stretch our legs when they’re driving and we still got plenty of time to enjoy all the attractions.
Josh was very knowledgable about the Mayan culture and explained what every part of the structures/symbols meant. Which is something we definitely wouldn’t have found out if we didn’t go on a tour with him.
We also went to Cenote Samula that was really nice with crystal clear water, but the best part is we basically had the cenote all to ourselves! They definitely know where to go to avoid the crowd and the cenote was beautiful. (The photos I had definitely don’t do it justice because I was talking them in a waterproof pouch which distorted the image)
Lunch at Valladolid was wonderful too, and they know a gelato place that I really liked with ube ice cream!
David –
Chichen itza
Cristina is amazing, soo much knowledge, this company is lucky to have her. She should be teaching as a college professor somewhere.please enjoy her talents as a tour guide while
she is here. I assume she will move to bigger and better things. Loved it.
Marisa –
I highly recommend Cristina & Rodrigo we were completely amazed with how much knowledge Cristina had about our tour to Chintza itza she is amazing . The entire staff was exceptional! I would always use them for any future tours.
Lily –
We had an INCREDIBLE experience on our Chichén Itzá, cenote and lunch private tour. Our guide Juan (JJ) was outstanding: so kind, funny, personable, and super knowledgeable. We asked so many questions throughout the tour and he was so great to talk to. Our driver Enrique was wonderful as well. We were a group of three women and felt totally safe the entire time. From start to finish, it was an absolutely wonderful experience, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone!
Dan –
Our experience was beyond expectations! Enrique and Arturo were early and waiting for us at the hotel lobby when we got there. It was a long ride and they asked us numerous times if we needed a rest stop. Arturo was so helpful, patient, and informative at Chichen Itza and pointed out so many small details we wouldn’t have known otherwise. He did a good job of keeping us away from the crowds and was able to answer all of my random questions. We also got to choose which Cenote we wanted to go to. The meal at the restaurant may have been the best food of the week. The whole day was personalized to our needs from the time of pick up to how long we wanted to stay at each attraction. I would highly recommend Absolute Adventure for all your excursion needs.
Annelise –
Such an enthusiastic tour guide, Christina. Comfortable rides and fun times! Everything was accommodating and comfortable. The tour was so interesting and something i’ll never forget!! Amazing!
Matt –
When we set out to make our second trek to Chichén Itza we knew we didn’t want to take a huge tour bus and huge crowds for our kids first trip to the Ruins. We landed on Absolute Adventure because of their 5 start reviews and our guide Artulu killed it! Our driver Rodrigo was prompt and did his best to get us to and from the Ruins, a Cenote and Valladolid. Our first trip of Chichen Itza we were in a large group and could hardly hear anything being said, but today Artulu gave us a detailed history of the buildings and Mayan culture. We got to pick a Cenote that all we asked was to take us somewhere least packed. We then ate a later lunch in Valladolid and strolled around and visited a few shops before the heat got the best of us! Book with Absolute Adventures and ask for Artulu, he was awesome and great with our kids, 11 and 14.
Brian –
Our guide Cristina was absolutely brilliant and made our day super special! She was very knowledgeable, helpful, and incredibly kind…and a whole lot of fun 🙂
Our driver Omar was an absolute pleasure as well. Very safe and cautious and also very kind!
Hoa –
Incredible day at Chichen Itza and Cenote Oxman!
I had an amazing tour with Absolute Adventure Mexico, visiting the iconic Chichen Itza and the beautiful Cenote Oxman — and it was truly a highlight of my trip!
Our guide, Arturo, was outstanding. He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about Mayan history and culture. Thanks to Arturo, we didn’t just see Chichen Itza — we understood it. He brought the ruins to life with rich storytelling and fascinating facts.
After exploring the site, we cooled off at Cenote Oxman, which was absolutely stunning with the crystal clear water and such a fun, refreshing experience.
Everything was well-organized and stress-free. The private tour format made it feel personal and flexible, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a deeper and more memorable experience in the Yucatán.
Susan –
Chichen Itza/cenote/vallalodid
Our group of 11 had a wonderful time with Christina and Rodrigo! Christina kept our group on track and was efficient with our time so we got the maximum enjoyment out of each stop! She is so knowledgeable about the area and the history. We all loved learning about Chichen Itza, and swimming and jumping into the cenote was so fun. The restaurant for lunch was delicious.
205chirayuj –
A Curated Experience
Our guide Juan was knowledgeable, entertaining, and very accommodating for our large
family. I could not recommend this tour enough.
Katie –
Spectacular
Honestly beat trip ive been on.
Had a fantastic time and our guide Joshua did amazing! He was so sweet and he knew so much about the areas we visited, didnt feel rushed at all it was wonderful.
Chichen Itza is so cool defo would go again and the cenote was so refreshing!
Chris –
We took the private Chichén Itzá + Cenote tour with Absolute Adventure and had a fantastic experience! There were 5 adults and 3 kids (ages 5, 9, and 12) in our group. The private tour was intimate and flexible—we ended up cutting our stay at Chichén Itzá a bit short so we could spend more time at the cenote (Samula) for the kids, which they loved. Our guide Alejandro (Alex) was incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and friendly. And he gave us just the right amount of detail and perspective, which for us we wanted a lot of. Everything went so smoothly, and we can’t think of anything that could have gone better. With a group our size, it was absolutely worth the extra cost to make it a private trip.
Amber –
This tour was exceptional! Christina and Oscar were patient, accommodating and extremely knowledgeable. My group and I had the best time and couldn’t have asked for a more perfect trip! I would highly recommend this company and this tour to chichen itza!
Anna –
Fabulous day visiting Chichen Itza with Absolute Adventure tours!
Our family recently returned from Mexico having visited Chichen Itza and swimming in a cenote through a tour with Absolute Adventure. Considering it was going to be an all day trip, we splurged on a private tour to cut down on travel time. I booked directly through their website for considerable savings compared to resellers of similar tours. Our guide Cristina was full of knowledge and passion about the history of Chichen Itza. We got there right when the site opened shortly after 8am; be prepared to spend up to 4 hrs if you want the full experience. There are numerous vendors on site who are super talented artists from the nearby town. You can get a kitschy alien themed Chitzen Iza T-shirt but also beautiful one of a kind wooden masks, sculptures, obsidian carvings and a ‘jaguar’ (you will know when you hear it). Many vendors take credit, but recommend bringing extra pesos.
Our driver Enrique was always ready for the next trek waiting with refreshments. The second stop was a swim in the Samula Cenote which is in an enclosed cave with a small opening. Yes there are bats in the cave, not scary, but they poop. Our third stop was in Valladolid for an authentic Mexican lunch at a restaurant frequented by locals. The ala carte meal was delicious. Recommend having breakfast at your resort/rental, there are snacks provided but lunch is later in the day. Valladolid town square was a quick walk through the park as the church was closed and we already had our souvenirs. Set out at 6:15am and back at 6:00pm at our resort…..long day but so very worth it!
Thank-you Cristina and Enrique!
Tom –
Incredible Day!
What a fantastic tour! The guide, Alex, was passionate about what he was sharing with us. Getting to Chichen Itza before the crowds and the heat was great. Alex educated us on the Mayan culture so that we really appreciated what we were seeing. Cenote Samula was beautiful and uncrowded, cool yet not cold. The lunch at Valladolid was very good, offering a nice variety for our group of eight.
Paul –
We had a wonderful tour to Chichen Itza and the cenote. Josh and Enrique were an excellent team! Josh was incredibly knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions.
bormsby96 –
Best tour experience by far!
We did the private tour with Arturo and Omar as our driver and it was easily our best day in Mexico! Arturo was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful in guiding us to private quieter spots, great photo ops, and shaded areas. He let us go at our own pace, as well as took many photos of us at the temple and at the cenote! Lunch was provided at a delicious authentic Mexican/mayan restaurant as well as snacks and drinks along the way. Couldn’t have asked for a better tour!
Kevin –
Cris and Ro were fantastic! Very fun touring the ruins and cenotes
Emily –
Cris and Ro were the best! I’d highly recommend these tours to anyone visiting the area!