Tour of Chichen Itza’s Maya ruins and Cenote Tsukán with Lunch
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Tour of Chichen Itza’s Maya ruins and Cenote Tsukán with Lunch

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£128.00
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Language: German, Spanish, Danish, English, Finnish, French, Dutch, Polish, Swedish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll take a tour of the UNESCO-listed Maya city of Chichen Itza in the soft early morning light
  • The inviting crystal-clear waters of the sacred underground Cenote Tsukán are ideal for a swim
  • You'll forge a deeper connection to the Maya culture during a traditional ceremony at Cenote Tsukán
  • There's a feast of flavoursome, local Mexican dishes to try for lunch at Tsukán
  • Your guide's a local expert with plenty of facts and fables about Chichen Itza and Maya traditions
What to expect

A duo of Mexican delights await on this full day tour from Cancun. The adventure begins at the break of dawn with a journey to experience the wonder of Chichen Itza, a UNESCO-listed ancient Maya city. Then, wind down with a swim in a natural underground cenote cave. Hugo, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The early start is worth it – we'll arrive first thing in the morning to experience the magic of the ruins in the soft sunlight and beat the heat'.

A guided tour of the ruined city reveals the stories of this remarkable site. It's not hard to imagine the daily lives of the community that lived here and built these impressive monuments. After the guided tour, enjoy free time to make the most of exploring this archaeological treasure trove as you wish. Hugo adds, ‘This ancient city isn't just about admiring the grandeur of El Castillo, but also about feeling the pulse of the Maya civilization that thrived here centuries ago. Don't miss the Great Ball Court—imagine the echoes of the past as players competed in this very spot.'

Next, you'll be whisked away to Cenote Tsukán. Cenotes are believed by the Maya to be portals to the underworld, and they are revered in traditional culture. Here, you will plunge into the limpid waters, participate in a traditional ceremony and feel your senses awaken in glorious natural surroundings. Afterwards, you'll enjoy a tasty local lunch, savouring the flavours of regional cuisine prepared with fresh, local ingredients.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • The child rate applies to children from 5 to 11 years old
  • Some departures may be operated in vans due to operational reasons
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring biodegradable insect repellent
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • This is one of our private TUI Collection experiences, which give you a local flavour of the destination while offering you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy the day your way.
  • This is one of our TUI Collection experiences, which give you a local flavour of the destination while showcasing its unique, authentic and responsible values.
  • By choosing this TUI Collection experience, you're contributing to TUI Care Foundation projects around the world, which help local communities thrive and benefit from tourism. Thanks for your help
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Provider
TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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    Mandy

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    5

    25 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    George was a fabulous guide and kept us entertained and educated throughout! Brilliant excursion which was early doors to avoid the midday heat. Loved every second

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    Arthur Oakley

    Verified booking

    4.6

    24 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    The guide was excellent and imparted vast amounts of information about Myan culture and in particular what many of the symbols and stones meant at Chichen Itza. The driver was excellent and did his best to provide a good service. At first I was not happy being picked up at 5am. However, when we arrived at Chichen Itza it became evident why the early start was essential. As we arrived early we were able to have a care free tour of the site, which clearly wasn't possible later in the morning.

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    Cat

    Verified booking

    5

    24 October 2025

    Travelled with family


    Guide Jorge was incredibly knowledgeable, so polite and engaging. Timings were perfect to beat the crowds and the heat. Lunch was disappointing being herded onto a table with strangers and pushy waiter saying tips weren’t included. Overall experience was amazing

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    Georgina

    Verified booking

    5

    24 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Our tour guide Omar was amazing. Very informative but also kept things fun. The driver was brilliant. The service we received was excellent. We really enjoyed our tour and would recommend.

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    Baines

    Verified booking

    4.6

    10 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Guide was excellent. Mini bus journey to coach station was dreadful. Very uncomfortable and driver drove too fast over a very bumpy road.

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    J

    Verified booking

    5

    9 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    It felt like a sales tour, the guide spent quite a lot of time speaking of how the Mayan birth certificate is so important and talked about numbers with the birth certificate over actually telling us about the temples (which we came to see) to then push how important it is to own a birth certificate. He was funny and okay offering some information and offer your side hustle but don’t make 80% of the day about it.

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