Chichen Itza early access, Ek Balam, and cenote guided tour
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Chichen Itza early access, Ek Balam, and cenote guided tour

4.8/5

Excellent
7 reviews
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£57.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 12 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit the archeological site of Chichén Itzá and Ek Balam in one day
  • Learn about these important sights with a professional guide
  • Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch
  • Have a break in the Cenote Chichi Kan
What to expect

Be one of the first visitors of the day to explore Ek Balam, one of the most important places in the Tlalol kingdom. Climb the pyramids to admire a panoramic view of the Mayan jungle at your feet and learn all the secrets of this archeological site, before spending some free time exploring on your own.

While on this tour, you'll visit one of the seven wonders of the modern world, Chichen Itza. With knowledge of archeology and Mayan culture, it will be easy for you to imagine how the Mayans once inhabited this city. As you stroll through the well-preserved ruins, the guide will tell you about Mayan mythology, philosophy, and cosmology, to understand the meaning behind the stone sculptures and platforms.

After admiring the views, you'll be made to taste a fantastic Mexican buffet lunch. To end your trip, you'll have a break in the cenote Chichi Kan and get over the heat with a refreshing swim right next to its waterfall.

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What's included
  • check Admission to cenote
  • check Buffet lunch
  • check Roundtrip transportation
  • check Accommodation pick-up only in the Cancun area
  • check Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
  • check Entrance fees
What's not included
  • x_not_included Life vest (mandatory)
  • x_not_included Drinks
  • x_not_included Mandatory extra fees to be paid on-site
Where
Meeting point:
Cancun: Crown Paradise MP (Go Mart Villas del Rey) at 4:30 am; Presidente Intercontinental (bus stop) at 5:10 am; Crazy Hot Coyote at 5:40 am. Playa del Carmen: Plaza Las Perlas at 6:00 am.
What to remember

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • Please note that there are government taxes to enter the sites (66 USD) not included in the price, which must be paid on-site by credit card. Cash payments are not accepted

Know in advance:

  • The hotel pick-up service is available only in Cancun. Pick-up times are approximate, and they will be confirmed the day before the tour
  • Mexicans have a discount on the archeological sites' tax upon the presentation of their ID on the day of the tour. The discount will not be applicable without the official identification
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Provider
Amigo Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.8 /5

Based on 7 reviews from verified customers


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  • N

    Nick Beesly

    Verified booking

    4.6

    27 August 2025

    Travelled with family


    Salvador and Paol were great and tour information was really detailed. Bearing in mind the early start a snack would have been good (breakfast) but benefits of getting to Chichén Itzá early were valuable!

  • M

    Manny

    Verified booking

    5

    3 August 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    A fantastic experience, Marcela our tour guide was really knowledgeable and extremely accommodating. It’s a long day, but definitely worth heading to Chichen Itza early to avoid crowds and overheating!

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    5

    21 March 2025

    Beto was one of the most knowledgeable tour guides I've ever had, having been a tour guide in the past myself. His genuine interest in Mayan culture and hilarious sense of humor made this tour a memorable one. His enthusiasm and passion for the subject matter was plain to see.

  • K

    Kristof

    Verified booking

    5

    23 February 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Zeer goede gids Izac en chauffeur Eduardo. Organisatie was perfect waardoor we efficiënte tijdsbesteding hadden. Vertrokken om 6h30 in Playa Del Carmen en terug om 17h30. 2 toptempels en zeer mooie open cenote met goed lunch buffet. Aanrader, beste excursie die we gedaan hebben.

  • A

    Alex

    Verified booking

    5

    18 November 2024

    Travelled with a group of friends


    Omar - Jose professionele en deskundige begeleiders.

  • B

    Barbara

    Verified booking

    4.6

    8 November 2024

    Travelled with a group of friends


    Goede rondleiding. Top gids frenk. Prachtige excursie Wat we minder vonden dat tui niet duidelijk was in de informatie wat we allemaal moesten betalen en hoe. Online betalen voor chinchen itza maar cash voor EK balam Dat kan veel beter. De organisatie die de excursie verzorgde kwam met mails wat we moesten doen. Dat was duidelijk als je Engels kan lezen en begrijpen. En mail heb op je mobiel of iPad.

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