Chichen Itza & Valladolid Tour — History & Culture Day Trip
Experience the best of Yucatan's history by combining Chichen Itza with the charming colonial town of Valladolid. Explore ancient ruins, swim in a cenote, then discover colorful colonial architecture, artisan markets, and authentic regional cuisine. Valladolid is a UNESCO Pueblo Mágico — the only tour that includes a proper guided walking tour of the colonial town, not just a photo stop.
What Makes This Tour Special:
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Why Book With Us?
What's Included in Your Valladolid Combo Tour
✓ Transportation
- •Round-trip hotel pickup (Cancún, Playa, Tulum)
- •Modern, air-conditioned coach
- •Professional, licensed driver
- •Complimentary bottled water on bus
✓ Certified Bilingual Guide
- •Certified bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- •2.5-hour guided tour of Chichen Itza
- •Guided walking tour of Valladolid
- •Historical insights and Mayan stories
✓ Entrance & Taxes Included
- •Chichen Itza entrance & taxes included
- •Access to all major structures
- •Free time for independent exploration
- •Souvenir shopping time
✓ Yucatecan Lunch in Valladolid
- •Traditional lunch in Valladolid town centre
- •Authentic regional Yucatecan cuisine
- •Vegetarian & dietary options available
- •Soft drinks and water included
✓ Cenote Swim
- •Visit to Cenote Ik Kil or Hubiku
- •Swimming time (45–60 minutes)
- •Life jacket provided free
- •Changing rooms & locker facilities
✓ Valladolid Walking Tour
- •Guided walk through colonial streets
- •Visit 16th-century cathedral
- •Browse artisan market
- •Cenote Zaci viewpoint
Not Included (Optional Extras):
Your Chichen Itza & Valladolid Tour Itinerary
A perfect blend of ancient ruins, colonial charm, and natural beauty
Hotel Pickup — Cancún, Playa del Carmen or Tulum
Your adventure begins with convenient pickup from your hotel lobby. Our friendly driver will greet you by name and help you board our comfortable, air-conditioned coach.
Pro Tip: Have breakfast at your hotel before pickup. Bring your confirmation email and valid ID.
Chichen Itza Guided Tour
Explore one of the New Seven Wonders of the World with your certified archaeologist guide. Visit El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, Temple of Warriors, Sacred Cenote, and El Caracol observatory.
El Castillo (Kukulkan Pyramid)
Marvel at the iconic 79-foot pyramid with 365 steps
Great Ball Court
Discover the largest ancient ball court in Mesoamerica
Temple of Warriors
Admire hundreds of carved columns depicting Mayan warriors
Sacred Cenote
Visit the natural sinkhole where Mayans performed ceremonies
Pro Tip: Take photos early in the tour when energy is high. Stay hydrated.
Lunch in Valladolid
Enjoy an authentic Yucatecan lunch at a restaurant in Valladolid's charming town centre. Try regional specialties like cochinita pibil, papadzules, and sopa de lima in a beautiful colonial setting.
Pro Tip: Try the papadzules — a Valladolid specialty you won't find elsewhere!
Valladolid Walking Tour
Your guide leads you through the colorful colonial streets of this UNESCO Pueblo Mágico. Visit the 16th-century San Gervasio Cathedral, the main plaza with its pastel-colored buildings, Cenote Zaci viewpoint, and the famous artisan market.
Pro Tip: Valladolid's artisan market has handmade hammocks, embroidered textiles, and vanilla at great prices.
Cenote Swim
Cool off with a refreshing swim in Cenote Ik Kil or Hubiku. Descend stone steps surrounded by hanging vines into crystal-clear waters. Life jackets provided free, changing rooms and showers available.
Pro Tip: Wear your swimsuit under your clothes. Water is 75–78°F year-round!
Comfortable Return Journey
Relax on the return journey to your hotel. Most travelers rest, review photos, or chat about the day's adventures. Hotel drop-off by 6:30 PM.
Pro Tip: Good time to tip your guide and driver. Have dinner reservations? Book for 7:30 PM or later.
Important Notes
What Travelers Say About the Valladolid Combo
Elena V.
Madrid, Spain • Couple • January 22, 2025
✓ Verified Purchase"Valladolid Was a Surprise Highlight!"
I expected Chichen Itza to be the star, but charming Valladolid stole my heart. The lunch was the best meal of our trip — authentic Yucatecan flavours in a beautiful colonial setting. The guided walk through the colourful streets was wonderful. Perfect combination!
Thomas B.
Amsterdam, Netherlands • Friends • February 5, 2025
✓ Verified Purchase"Best Cultural Day Trip in Mexico"
We've done many tours in Mexico but this was hands-down the most culturally rich. The guide's knowledge of both Mayan and colonial history was incredible. Seeing Chichen Itza was amazing, but the walking tour of Valladolid added a depth that other tours lack. Highly recommended!
Lisa K.
Chicago, USA • Family • December 18, 2024
✓ Verified Purchase"Perfect Mix of History and Culture"
This tour gives you the best of both worlds — ancient Mayan wonder and charming colonial Mexico. The artisan market in Valladolid had beautiful handmade crafts at much better prices than at Chichen Itza. The cenote swim was the perfect way to cool off. Our guide Marco was exceptional.
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Ready to Explore Chichen Itza & Valladolid?
Ancient ruins, colonial charm, and cenote magic — all in one unforgettable day
Pickups available from Cancún · Playa del Carmen · Tulum · Riviera Maya · Mérida
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