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Tour to Chichen Itza, cenote/food and Ek Balam from Valladolid

8 Reviews 4.88 out of 5 stars Based on 8 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Valladolid, Mexico

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Enjoy and make the most of your stay in Valladolid.
If you are a lover of archaeology, history and of course adventure, this experience is perfect for you.
You will enjoy a morning in the archaeological zone of Chichen Itza before the crowds and intense heat that characterizes our State.
After this walk to cool off in the crystal clear waters of one of the most beautiful cenotes in Yucatan, you will enjoy regional food (buffet). After cooling off, there is nothing better than enjoying the sunset with the most beautiful views over the temples and palaces of the Ek Balam archaeological zone. Of course, our certified guides will immerse you in History and all the myths and realities contained in our wonderful culture and its pre-Hispanic cities.
All this without rushing and at your own pace in an exclusive tour. For our LakinTours Experiences team there is nothing more important than the satisfaction and enjoyment of our travelers.

What's Included

  • Visit to the archaeological zone of Ek Balam (doesn't include tickets)
  • Parking lots
  • Water bottles
  • Access tickets to Chichen Itza (foreigners $643 mxn, nationals $253 mxn)
  • Access tickets to the Ek Balam archaeological zone ($556 mxn foreigners, $222 mxn nationals)
  • Drinks in the restaurant
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Meeting and Pickup

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Travelers will have the opportunity to send us the location of their hotel, Airb&B or any other accommodation in Valladolid so we can pick them up.

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Start Time • Daily 7:00 AM

What To Expect

Chichen Itza

We will begin this adventure by collecting to travelers at their hotel by 7 a.m. to arrive at Chichen Itza before the crowds and heat. We will enjoy a guided tour led by one of our certified guides, who will show you the most surprising corners of the ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itzá. On this tour we will talk about architecture, culture, art and history and with a little luck you will also learn a little of the Mayan language. Don't miss the opportunity to get to know Chichen Itza through its temples and palaces that have prevailed for centuries. On the tour we will visit the Great Ball Court, one of the largest in all of Mexico, the temple of the warriors, we will talk about the imposing sacred cenote and of course one of the 7 wonders of the modern world, the Kukulkan temple, among other buildings.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cenote Hubiku

After a walk in Chichen Itza, we will cool off in the fascinating and fresh waters of the Hubuku cenote, located 25 minutes from our third stop (Ek Balam) and we will delight in a buffet of regional food. In this place travelers usually stay for 2 hours to refresh themselves and gain energy to visit Ek Balam.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Zona Arqueológica de Ek Balam

Did you know that there is a city that the Mayans jealously protected with a triple wall? "Ek Balam" words in the Mayan language translated as: black jaguar, dark jaguar or jaguar star. You will learn from our certified guide the mysteries that this impressive Mayan city contains, touring its rooms and palaces. You will be amazed by the authentic hieroglyphic writing that still survives on its walls. Furthermore, unlike other archaeological sites, here you will have the opportunity to admire the impressive landscape in the top of its magnificent palaces, temples and on one of the largest structures in the entire state of Yucatán: the great Acropolis. Ek Balam will not stop surprising you, you will see one of the most important and impressive tombs in the Mayan world, you will not believe what your eyes will see!! We will talk about history, architecture, culture and much more. If you are in this region, you cannot miss this experience.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tour to Chichen Itza, cenote/food and Ek Balam from Valladolid?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Visit to the archaeological zone of Ek Balam (doesn't include tickets)
  • Parking lots
  • Water bottles
  • Fuel
  • Driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Visit to the archaeological zone of Chichen Itza (doesn't include tickets)
  • Visit to the Hubiku cenote
  • Buffet food
  • Pick up and Drop off
  • Guide service in the archaeological zone of Chichen Itza
  • Guide service in the archaeological zone of Ek Balam
  • Access tickets to Chichen Itza (foreigners $643 mxn, nationals $253 mxn)
  • Access tickets to the Ek Balam archaeological zone ($556 mxn foreigners, $222 mxn nationals)
  • Drinks in the restaurant

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free cancellation
100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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