Chichen Itza skip the line - Cenote - Izamal from Valladolid
Description
With this nice combination of Archaeology, Nature and a colonial town you´ll have a good insight about Yucatán, nowadays and how it was centuries ago. Skip the line access for Chichen Itza.
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Itinerary
Our first stop is Chichen Itza. We'll arrive at about opening time so besides having the archaeological site for your own you'll also avoid the heat. A multilingual certified guide (+- 1 1/2hrs) will explain you about the Itzáes, the ancient inhabitants of Chichén Itzá, their impressive 30m/98ft high Castle of Kukulcán (and its solar calendar reflected in it), the largest Ball Court in Mesoamerica and the Temple of the Warriors. After the guided visit you’ll have +- 1hr free time.
After visiting the archaeological site, we’ll go to a remote cenote. A quiet place to rest or take a refreshing dip. There we will have lunch made by the local Mayan women community.
This yellow city with its 16th century convent constructed on a Mayan pyramid and having the second largest atrium in the world, is one of the first Magical Towns of Mexico. We will show you some Mayan structures you still can climb. One of these is the third largest building in Mesoamerica (in terms of volume). Before we head back to Valladolid, you´ll have the opportunity to admire the beautiful work of one of the very talented local artisans Izamal offers: - Cocoyol: jewelry made from local fruit seeds and spine of henequen. - Miniatures: small-scale artwork. - Papier-mâché: amazing work with mâché paper. - Woodcarving: quite common artwork in the Mayaregion
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up at all hotels, B&B, hostals and Airbnbs in VALLADOLID, Yucatan. Please give complete address with crossroads or indicate which hotel is close to your Airbnb. We don´t pick up in other cities as Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, ... only Valladolid Pick-up is between 7:00am - 7:20am
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(102)
Great experience. The tour is well calibrated. The guide (Jose) is very kind, knowledgeable and fun. We learned a lot. 100% would recommend As stated in the description of the tour, the entrance fee to Chichén Itzá is not included, but that was the only mandatory « extra expense »
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that this was the best guided tour of your trip and that you enjoyed the experience so much. It’s great to know that the tour felt well balanced and that Jose’s knowledge, kindness, and sense of humor made the day even more enjoyable. We also appreciate you mentioning the entrance fee information, as transparency is very important to us. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Yucatán someday!
Jose was an amazing tour guide. He truly cares about his Mayan culture and it showed through his knowledge of the sites that we went to throughout the day. His presence was informational, and never speaking to the history in a way that wasn’t supported by facts. We learned so much and he was a or of fun to discuss the history of the Yucatán and Mayans with. Would definitely recommend him and this trip :).
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear that you had such a great day and that Jose made the experience so special. His passion for Mayan culture and commitment to sharing accurate, meaningful history is exactly what we aim for in all our tours. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed both learning and the conversations along the way. We’ll be sure to pass your feedback on to Jose — he’ll truly appreciate it. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!
✨An incredible experience from start to finish!!✨super fun all the way through! JOSE is an excellent guide: attentive, punctual, and with a great vibe. His explanations made everything more engaging, and his recommendations were spot on. He truly made it an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for another wonderful review! We’re very happy to hear that you had such a fun and memorable day, and that José made the experience even more special with his energy and guidance. All the best and happy travels!
Jose was a superb guide and driver. The itinerary was excellent. Particularly loved the cenote. No complaints, only praise.
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and that the day ran smoothly from start to finish. It’s great to know the cenote, where we support a maya women community, was a highlight for you. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Valladolid!
We had a great day with Hilberto at Chichen Itza and the Cenote. Thoroughly enjoyed it. I really enjoyed hearing Hilberto’s perspectives on Mayan history as a local person. He was patient with questions and also took great photos of us
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re very glad you enjoyed the experience and that the day felt both meaningful and enjoyable. Sharing the region through a genuine local perspective is something we truly value, so it’s wonderful to know that came across. We appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you again on a future adventure in Yucatán!
We had a great time with Gilberto, who had a deep knowledge of Mayan history. The tour was well organised and interestingly varied, staying the right amount of time at each stop. We would highly recommend for anyone wanting to get a better insight into Yucatán history!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed discovering Yucatán’s history with our guide Gilberto. Sharing the richness of Mayan culture in an engaging and well-paced way is exactly what we strive for. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Valladolid for more authentic local experiences in the future!
A great combo experience - José was very knowledgeable about the area as a local. Getting to Chichén Itzá before the mobs from Cancun do is definitely a bonus! There is minimal cover there during the lectures at various spots, so be sure to bring sun protection! There may be umbrellas in the transport van. The cenote was beautiful - we were a little sad that bulky life vests were required as that made it difficult to swim around very well. The water was perfect. The food was delicious. Izamal was picturesque, and it was neat to climb a Mayan pyramid. It was typical for a multi-stop tour in that you really want more time at each place to explore, but you're on a timeline. They balance it as best they can.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed this tour with 3 stops and that José’s local knowledge added value to your day. We also appreciate your practical notes — they’re helpful for future travelers. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Valladolid for another adventure in the future! All the best!
Really good guides! Highly informative, interesting and very serviced minded! Very nice cenote and really good lunch! Perfect day!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that our guides made the experience informative, interesting, and attentive. It’s great to know you liked the cenote and the lunch as well — they’re always highlights of the day. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again in Valladolid for another perfect day with MexiGO Tours! Merry Christmas!
Gilberto was a fantastic guide, he was super knowledgable. The day was well planned and varied and there was enough food for lunch!
Thank you very much for your comment! We’re glad to know you enjoyed the day and that Gilberto’s knowledge made the experience even better. We appreciate the visit and hope to see you again!
Very nice tour with lots of information about the Maya! Also a nice change with Chichén Itzá, a cenote and the city of Izamal.
Super om te horen dat jullie zo genoten hebben van de afwisseling en van alle info over de Maya’s! Bedankt voor jullie bezoek en hopelijk tot een volgende keer in Valladolid. 🌞
