Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun and Ikkil + Buffet and more!

3.0 (1 reviews) Tulum, Mexico
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Duration13h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 49 travelers

Overview

Leave the beach scenery behind for a full-day route into Yucatan, where the story of the ancient Maya, two striking cenotes, local cuisine, and a colonial town come together in one shared experience.

The main highlight of the day is Chichen Itza, one of Mexico’s most famous archaeological landmarks. During the guided visit, travelers will discover the meaning behind its temples, symbols, architecture, legends, and the role this ancient city played in the Maya world. After the explanation, there will be time to explore independently.

The journey then shifts into Yucatan’s natural landscapes with two cenote visits. Suytun offers a memorable underground-style setting with cool freshwater, while Ik Kil delivers a dramatic open-air cenote experience framed by rock walls and hanging vegetation. A regional buffet lunch is included near Ik Kil before the day continues to Valladolid, a colorful colonial city that adds a warm cultural ending to the route.

What's included

  • Brief visit to the historic city of Valladolid, Yucatán
  • Visit to the Cenote “Suytun”, Swimming is allowed
  • Certified guides specialized in archeology and Mayan culture who will accompany you
  • Visit to the Cenote “Ikkil”, Swimming is allowed
  • Exquisite buffet with a wide variety of typical foods from the region
  • Shared transportation service with roundtrip included
  • Lifejackets for cenote
  • Box lunch (ham and cheese sandwich, and a beverage)
  • Guided tour (bilingual) to Chichen Itzá and free time to walk and take photos on site archaeological
  • Travel experience provided in panoramic buses and minibuses equipped with air conditioning
  • Drinks of soft drinks at the restaurant
  • Mayan Archaeological Zone Tax and Cenote Maintenance Tax (765 MXN per person)

What to expect

  1. Tulum
    3h
    The experience begins in Tulum with morning pickup and check-in for the shared transportation. After travelers board and the group is organized, the route heads inland toward Yucatan and the Chichen Itza region.

    This first part of the day is the transition from the Caribbean coast to a route shaped by archaeology, cenote waters, local food, and colonial scenery.
  2. Chichen Itza
    3h
    Before arriving at the archaeological site, the route may include a short stop near points of interest close to Chichen Itza. Once the group reaches the area, travelers will continue with the guides toward the entrance for the main cultural visit of the day.

    Inside Chichen Itza, the guided portion lasts approximately 1 hour. The guide will explain the site’s history, architectural details, myths, cultural value, and importance within the ancient Maya world.

    After the guided visit, travelers will have about 1 hour of free time to walk through the site independently, take photos, visit souvenir areas, or purchase a drink or snack before meeting the group again.
  3. Suytun Cenote
    1h 30m
    After Chichen Itza, the tour continues toward Suytun Cenote. The drive from the archaeological area takes approximately 45 minutes.

    This stop introduces a different side of the day, replacing stone temples and open plazas with cool freshwater and one of Yucatan’s most recognizable cenote settings. Cenotes had deep significance for the ancient Maya and were often associated with sacred beliefs and the underworld.

    At Suytun, travelers will have time to swim, enjoy the clear water, and experience a unique natural setting in the peninsula.
  4. Cenote Ik kil
    1h 30m
    The second cenote stop takes place at Ik Kil, a well-known natural site surrounded by tall rock walls, hanging vegetation, and a dramatic open-air atmosphere. Travelers will have approximately 45 minutes to swim and enjoy the refreshing water.

    Near Ik Kil, the experience also includes a buffet lunch with regional dishes and traditional Mexican flavors. This meal stop gives travelers time to eat, rest, and recharge before continuing toward the final visit of the day.
  5. Valladolid
    1h
    The final stop is Valladolid, a colonial city in Yucatan known for its colorful streets, relaxed rhythm, local traditions, and charming architecture.

    Travelers will have approximately 30 to 45 minutes of free time to walk around, take photos, enjoy the surroundings, and experience the local character of one of the region’s most representative historic towns.
  6. Tulum
    3h
    After the visit to Valladolid, travelers will board the transportation again and begin the return journey toward Tulum.

    The ride back gives the group time to rest after a full day that included Chichen Itza, Suytun Cenote, Ik Kil Cenote, buffet lunch, and the colonial atmosphere of Valladolid.

    The tour concludes once travelers arrive at their confirmed drop-off points.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The designated meeting point for this excursion is Starbucks Tulum DT. We will meet there daily at 9:30 AM to begin boarding.

All travelers with confirmed reservations will be checked in and listed for the tour before boarding the bus. Our guide will call out each participant’s name.

End point

The designated meeting point for this excursion is Starbucks Tulum DT. We will meet there daily at 9:30 AM to begin boarding.

All travelers with confirmed reservations will be checked in and listed for the tour before boarding the bus. Our guide will call out each participant’s name.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Large bags, suitcases, or extra luggage are not automatically accepted on this tour. They can only be brought if our team approves the request before the service date and if the vehicle assigned to your reservation has enough available space. Travelers who need to bring luggage must contact us in advance so the transportation setup can be reviewed. Space is limited, and authorization is subject to the operation of the day. Approval should never be assumed.
  • Since April 21, 2026, archaeological sites in Mexico have applied security rules that restrict entry with backpacks, luggage, and similar belongings. For the visit, we recommend carrying only essential items. The most practical option is to bring small belongings that can fit in your pockets or in a compact personal bag. Some items, such as diaper bags, may be considered exceptions, but the final decision is made directly by the security personnel at the entrance. We are not responsible for any item that is refused by the archaeological site. During this tour, travelers may leave belongings inside the transportation vehicle while completing the scheduled visits.
  • Access to the bus or minibus is only allowed at the official boarding time announced by the guide or staff. Guests may not enter the vehicle ahead of schedule, and they may not remain inside while the rest of the group is away. This rule is applied because other travelers may have belongings stored inside the vehicle, and controlled access helps protect everyone’s personal items.
  • Transportation units and seats are assigned by the operations team according to availability, route planning, group size, and the needs of the day. Guests cannot select a specific bus, minibus, seat, row, or space through the platform, at pickup, or directly with staff. Although our team will always try to keep the ride comfortable, no exact vehicle or seat can be reserved, blocked, or guaranteed.
  • If you are traveling with friends, relatives, or another group under a different booking, please notify us before the tour date if you would like to travel together. When all travelers depart from the same accommodation, our team may try to coordinate the request, although it is not guaranteed. If the pickup points are in the same city but at different hotels, we may review the possibility, but traveling together still cannot be assured. Reservations departing from different cities cannot be coordinated in the same vehicle.
  • This tour only includes pickup from the cities and zones listed in the Transportation section of the product. Travelers cannot join the experience directly at Chichen Itza, at any attraction on the itinerary, or at any location outside the approved pickup coverage. For example, arriving at Chichen Itza in your own vehicle to meet the group is not permitted. Pickup from a hotel within the listed service area, such as Moon Palace Resort, may be possible depending on the coverage shown for the tour. For safety, communication, and proper organization, every traveler must meet our team in the morning at the assigned pickup point, board the official transportation, and complete the required check-in process before the tour begins.
  • If your reservation does not yet include a confirmed hotel or meeting point, this information must be sent to our team no later than the day before the tour. From Monday to Saturday, the cutoff time is 21:50 hrs, GMT-5. On Sundays, the cutoff time is 8:00 PM, GMT-5. The information may be sent through any available contact channel. After the cutoff time, last-minute pickup arrangements can no longer be processed. If the required hotel or meeting point is not received on time, the reservation will automatically move to the next available date. This change has no additional cost, fee, or penalty. However, once the automatic rescheduling has been applied, the booking will no longer be eligible for a refund.
  • The durations shown in the itinerary describe the full time assigned to each segment of the route. These times may include transportation between locations, the visit itself, activity time, boarding, organization, and the time needed to continue or return along the itinerary. They should not be interpreted as the exact amount of time spent only inside each attraction. Please use the itinerary as an approximate guide to the overall flow of the day.
  • Our team works to keep the experience as close as possible to the planned schedule. However, the timing of the tour also depends on guests being ready at pickup and returning on time at every stop. Traffic, road conditions, and route-related delays may also affect the schedule and are outside our control. Please follow the meeting times indicated by the guide and respect the time assigned at each location. Even a very small delay can accumulate during the day and affect the rest of the operation.
  • The box lunch included with this experience is a fixed standard option. It cannot be changed, replaced, or adapted for dietary needs, food restrictions, allergies, personal preferences, or special requests.
  • This experience includes a considerable amount of walking. Comfortable shoes and practical clothing are recommended so travelers can move around more easily throughout the day.
  • Lunch is served as a regional Mexican buffet. Travelers may choose from the food available at the restaurant, including vegetarian options. At this time, the buffet cannot be customized for other specific dietary requirements, restrictions, allergies, or personal meal preferences.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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