Experience the magic of Chichen Itza on your own terms. Our Private Chichen Itza Tour is designed for those who value exclusivity, comfort, and an authentic connection to Mayan heritage. Why choose our private tour? Beat the Crowds: Arrive with early access before the buses. Enjoy the site in tranquility—perfect for photography. Your Pace: Skip the rushed group schedules. Explore the ruins at your rhythm with our expert, NOM08-certified guides. Hidden Cenotes: Cool off in a breathtaking cenote. It’s the perfect way to refresh after exploring. Authentic Gastronomy: Taste the real Yucatan. We stop for a delicious, traditional lunch featuring local specialties. Enjoy seamless, door-to-door private transport from your hotel. Book today for an unforgettable, stress-free journey into the heart of Mayan history.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $600.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Unlock the secrets of the Maya Empire with a private tour of Chichen Itza, tailored to your curiosity. Avoid the crowds and step back in time with a certified expert dedicated entirely to your experience. Witness the architectural genius of the Temple of Kukulcan, where ancient astronomy meets stone. Stand in the shadow of the Great Ball Court, one of the largest in Mesoamerica, and explore the intricate reliefs of the Temple of the Jaguars. You will also discover the Tzompantli, the historic platform of skulls, and gain a profound understanding of the rituals and history that defined this sacred city. Our tour offers more than sightseeing; it provides a deep, personalized narrative of Mayan culture. Whether you are a history buff or seeking a seamless, exclusive journey, this tour is paced for you. Immerse yourself in the legends of the Yucatan. Book your private Chichen Itza adventure today!
After immersing yourself in ancient history, it’s time to rejuvenate. We head to the world-renowned Cenote Ik Kil, a stunning natural sinkhole draped in lush, hanging vines. Swimming in its crystal-clear turquoise waters is the perfect escape after the heat of the ruins—a magical experience that connects you to the natural beauty and sacred energy of the Yucatan. But the journey continues with your taste buds. We skip the crowded, generic tourist buffets to take you to an authentic, locally-owned restaurant. Here, you will savor the true flavors of the peninsula: slow-roasted *cochinita pibil*, hand-pressed tortillas, and fresh local salsas. This is more than just lunch; it’s a culinary exploration of Mayan tradition, prepared with care.
We provide a door to door private transportation, we just need your hotel/airbnb location
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Chichen Itza Private Escape: Early Access, Cenote & Mayan Flavors lasts about 9–10 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $450 per person for this Cancun experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $600. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, and 7:00 AM.
Children aged 3–12 pay from $180, adults from $450. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We provide a door to door private transportation, we just need your hotel/airbnb location Pickup points include Grand Maya by Dicasi RM, The Grand Mayan Suites, Vidanta in Riviera Maya.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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Gabriel is an excellent tour guide and organized. From the initial discussion and planing; thru the tours and events he setup, it was flawless. Highly communicative and always on time. Great guide as well; on our tours of Tulum and Chichen Itza. Good sense of humor as well. When I go back to Yucatan, I'll ask Gabriel to Palm my visit.
Gabriel helped make our trip stress-free. We enjoyed our trip to Chichen Itza. He is reliable, responsive and very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Mexico. Thank you, Gabriel!
Gabriel was an excellent guide! The early departure meant early admission to Chichén itzá before the heat and the crowds. The Cenote swim was awesome and the buffet lunch was great. We liked the private option because everything was more efficient and saved time. Gabriel was knowledgeable about the Mayan culture and also a safe driver. We highly recommend Gabriel!
Gabriel made our trip to Playa del Carmen highly enjoyable and stress free! He provided private transportation to and from the airport as well as helping arrange three days of activities. We toured Chichén Itzá, swam in a beautiful cenote, snorkeled with sea turtles, rode atvs through the jungle and explored an underground cave! All of this for a reasonable price. It was an awesome experience and Gabriel was a huge part of it.
THE BEST! Gabriel is awesome. He is super knowledgeable and accommodating. We’ve done two different tours with him and they were each the highlight of our trip. He also took us to places off the beaten path. We had a cenote all to ourselves, and he knows all the local favorites. Already planning the next trip with him.
I always have so much fun with you and your family thanks for all the recomendatios, hopefully before you come back I can go to the EEUU and visit you
Best guide we've had. Super knowledgeable about the history and also knows the best to time to go to each site. Lots of fun too, thank you!
My friend thanks for those amazing pics, such a great talent you have, till the next time
We had an amazing tour with Gabriel. We went to Ek Balam and visited and climbed the ruins, took amazing photos, lunch was so much fun and swimming in a cenote was so cool. Can't recommend his tours enough. Will do this again!
It was a real pleasure, hopefully we get to see each other again soon
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chichen Itza Private Escape: Early Access, Cenote & Mayan Flavors | 9–10 hours | 5.0 (7) | $450 | |
 Early Access to Chichen Itza with optional pick-up | 9 hours | 4.9 (2,287) | $49 | View |
 Small Group with early access to Chichen Itza, Ekbalam and Cenote | 12–13 hours | 5.0 (262) | $111 | View |
 Chichen Itza Private Tour – Early & direct Access + Valladolid | 9–10 hours | 5.0 (74) | $255 | View |
 Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting | 12 hours | 4.8 (6,903) | $39 | View |
 Chichen Itza, Cenote Ik Kil, Coba Ruins Small Group Early Arrival | 11 hours | 4.7 (1,008) | $165 | View |
 Chichen Itza Early Access Tour: Cenote Swim, Lunch & Valladolid | 9 hours | 4.8 (57) | $98 | View |