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Chichén Itzá Tours From Playa Del Carmen

Chichén Itzá day tours from Playa del Carmen cover the 2.5-hour journey to the Yucatán's Maya site, including the El Castillo pyramid, the Ball Court, and the Sacred Cenote. Find guided group tours, cenote combo options, and private tour formats here.
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Slide 1 of 13, Visitor at Ek Balam pyramid with thatched structures and jungle backdrop in Yucatan, Mexico.
Visitor at Ek Balam pyramid with thatched structures and jungle backdrop in Yucatan, Mexico.

From Cancún: Chichén Itzá, Ekʼ Balam & Cenote Tour with Lunch (Without Taxes)

12 hrs
3 more

  • Head out on a guided tour of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO-listed site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

  • Discover the history of the Maya and the ancient city, along with their rituals, as you admire landmarks like the pyramids, temples, and more.

  • Dive deeper into the history of the Maya on a tour of the ancient ruins at Ekʼ Balam, giving you a fuller picture of this remarkable civilization.

  • Seamless round-trip transfers from a common meeting point in Cancún or Playa del Carmen, a dip in a sacred cenote, and a buffet-style lunch top off the experience.

  • Book a tour with pick-ups and drop-offs directly from your hotel in Cancún for a completely hassle-free experience.

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  • Head out on a guided tour of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO-listed site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

  • Discover the history of the Maya and the ancient city, along with their rituals, as you admire landmarks like the pyramids, temples, and more.

  • Dive deeper into the history of the Maya on a tour of the ancient ruins at Ekʼ Balam, giving you a fuller picture of this remarkable civilization.

  • Seamless round-trip transfers from a common meeting point in Cancún or Playa del Carmen, a dip in a sacred cenote, and a buffet-style lunch top off the experience.

  • Book a tour with pick-ups and drop-offs directly from your hotel in Cancún for a completely hassle-free experience.

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$114
Slide 1 of 18, Tour group at Chichen Itza pyramid, Mexico, with guide explaining site history.
Tour group at Chichen Itza pyramid, Mexico, with guide explaining site history.

From Cancún: Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid Tour (Without Taxes)

12 hrs
3 more

  • Tour the iconic Mayan site of Chichén Itzá, the stunning colonial town of Valladolid, and get access to a sacred cenote, all in one day.

  • A bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide offers fascinating insights along the way, helping you discover Mexico’s vibrant history.

  • Seamless round-trip transfers in an AC coach from a common meeting point ensure a hassle-free experience.

  • You get to cool off with a dip in a sacred cenote with crystal clear waters, where you can even enjoy an optional Mexican-style buffet lunch.

  • Upgrade your tickets to enjoy round-trip transfers directly from your hotel for the ultimate convenience.

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  • Tour the iconic Mayan site of Chichén Itzá, the stunning colonial town of Valladolid, and get access to a sacred cenote, all in one day.

  • A bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide offers fascinating insights along the way, helping you discover Mexico’s vibrant history.

  • Seamless round-trip transfers in an AC coach from a common meeting point ensure a hassle-free experience.

  • You get to cool off with a dip in a sacred cenote with crystal clear waters, where you can even enjoy an optional Mexican-style buffet lunch.

  • Upgrade your tickets to enjoy round-trip transfers directly from your hotel for the ultimate convenience.

from Original price$58
$39.44

32% off

Slide 1 of 12, Ek Balam ruins with stone structures and tourists, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico.
Ek Balam ruins with stone structures and tourists, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico.

From Playa del Carmen: Chichén Itzá, Ekʼ Balam & Cenote Tour with Lunch (Without Taxes)

12 hrs
2 more

  • Explore the ruins of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

  • Climb Ek Balam’s Acropolis, the pyramid at another iconic Mayan site, and a reminder of the civilization’s rich history, culture, and architectural genius.

  • Refresh yourself with a swim in Cenote Chichi Kan, a natural sinkhole surrounded by Yucatán’s tropical scenery

  • Savor a buffet lunch featuring authentic Mexican flavors after your archaeological adventures.

  • Round-trip, air-conditioned transfers from Playa del Carmen or your hotel in Cancún make this experience seamless - no waiting for buses or driving to the site.

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  • Explore the ruins of Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

  • Climb Ek Balam’s Acropolis, the pyramid at another iconic Mayan site, and a reminder of the civilization’s rich history, culture, and architectural genius.

  • Refresh yourself with a swim in Cenote Chichi Kan, a natural sinkhole surrounded by Yucatán’s tropical scenery

  • Savor a buffet lunch featuring authentic Mexican flavors after your archaeological adventures.

  • Round-trip, air-conditioned transfers from Playa del Carmen or your hotel in Cancún make this experience seamless - no waiting for buses or driving to the site.

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$127
Slide 1 of 11, Chichen Itza Pyramid at sunrise, Yucatan, with a clear sky backdrop.
Chichen Itza Pyramid at sunrise, Yucatan, with a clear sky backdrop.

From Cancún: Chichén Itzá Early Access Guided Tour (Without Taxes)

9 hrs - 10 hrs 30 mins
3 more

  • Be among the very first to set foot into Chichén Itzá, before the crowds and the mid-day heat slow you down.

  • Uncover the secrets, stories, and rituals of the powerful Mayan civilization with an expert English and Spanish-speaking guide leading the way.

  • Take in the immense scale and astronomical genius of the Great Ball Court, where Maya athletes would engage in ritual sport.

  • Enjoy seamless round-trip transfers in an AC coach from a common meeting point in Cancún - truly a hassle-free experience.

  • Choose round-trip transfers directly from your hotel for the utmost convenience.

More details

  • Be among the very first to set foot into Chichén Itzá, before the crowds and the mid-day heat slow you down.

  • Uncover the secrets, stories, and rituals of the powerful Mayan civilization with an expert English and Spanish-speaking guide leading the way.

  • Take in the immense scale and astronomical genius of the Great Ball Court, where Maya athletes would engage in ritual sport.

  • Enjoy seamless round-trip transfers in an AC coach from a common meeting point in Cancún - truly a hassle-free experience.

  • Choose round-trip transfers directly from your hotel for the utmost convenience.

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$57.40
Slide 1 of 12, Tourists exploring El Castillo pyramid at Chichen Itza, Yucatán, Mexico.
Tourists exploring El Castillo pyramid at Chichen Itza, Yucatán, Mexico.

Chichén Itzá, Cenote and Archaeological Sites Tour with Lunch

12 hrs - 16 hrs
3 more

  • Get access to Chichén Itzá’s pyramids and learn about Mayan astronomy at El Castillo.

  • Take a refreshing dip in a cenote, a natural sinkhole once sacred to the Maya.

  • Wander through Tulum’s clifftop ruins, explore Coba, or the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ek Balam.

  • Enjoy a buffet-style lunch, featuring traditional Yucatecan dishes.

  • Travel stress-free with round-trip transportation from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Riviera Maya.

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  • Get access to Chichén Itzá’s pyramids and learn about Mayan astronomy at El Castillo.

  • Take a refreshing dip in a cenote, a natural sinkhole once sacred to the Maya.

  • Wander through Tulum’s clifftop ruins, explore Coba, or the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ek Balam.

  • Enjoy a buffet-style lunch, featuring traditional Yucatecan dishes.

  • Travel stress-free with round-trip transportation from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Riviera Maya.

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$96
Slide 1 of 11, Catamaran sailing near Isla Mujeres resort with Chichen Itza pyramid in the background.
Catamaran sailing near Isla Mujeres resort with Chichen Itza pyramid in the background.

Combo (Save 28%): From Cancún: Isla Mujeres All-Inclusive Tour + Chichén Itzá Tour

8 hrs - 12 hrs
Audio guide
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  • Enjoy a 7-hour shared catamaran cruise to Isla Mujeres and a day trip to Chichén Itzá, Vlladoli, and a sacred cenote with a single ticket, saving you 10% on individual ticket prices.

  • Your Isla Mujeres cruise gets you transfers from a common meeting point, an international buffet, and snorkeling gear for a true Caribbean adventure.

  • You'll be accompanied by a bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide at all times, offering fascinating insights and tips along the way.

  • You can upgrade your tickets to include seamless round-trip transfers directly from your hotel in Cancún to maximize convenience.

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  • Enjoy a 7-hour shared catamaran cruise to Isla Mujeres and a day trip to Chichén Itzá, Vlladoli, and a sacred cenote with a single ticket, saving you 10% on individual ticket prices.

  • Your Isla Mujeres cruise gets you transfers from a common meeting point, an international buffet, and snorkeling gear for a true Caribbean adventure.

  • You'll be accompanied by a bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide at all times, offering fascinating insights and tips along the way.

  • You can upgrade your tickets to include seamless round-trip transfers directly from your hotel in Cancún to maximize convenience.

from Original price$115
$82.36

28% off

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    • What our guests say

    Marvin M

    Colombia
    Solo
    Apr 2026

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    A wonderful experience. The only thing I would recommend is that, before booking the tour, you check with the company to see if the guide will be speaking Spanish or English, because in my case, the group was made up entirely of foreigners, but I didn’t have a problem with that since I also speak English. that said, it was a really fun time hanging out with people from other countries and learning about their cultures and beliefs, and I made a lot of friends. Believe me, the visit to Chichén Itzá was absolutely breathtaking—the guide was super nice, super friendly, and super cheerful, just like the catamaran and the crew. They included a really great snorkeling activity that we did, literally right in the middle of the sea, and it was an experience that I truly hold very close to my heart. I’m so grateful to Headout for this, and I 100% recommend it. I booked it with drop-off; I don’t know how it works with pickup, but from what I understand, the company takes care of everything. You can trust this tour because, honestly, I didn’t have a single bad experience—except that I had to pay for something that was already included, but they immediately refunded it to my account. So they’re super attentive to everything—a perfect 10 out of 10.

    Combo: From Cancún: Isla Mujeres All-Inclusive Tour + Chichén Itzá Tour

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