About Chichen Itza Tour
Explore the magical ruins of Chichen Itza - one of the 7 New Wonders of the World!
You'll visit the most famous archaeological ruin in Mexico.
Sit back and relax in the comfortable, air-conditioned, coach bus as you make your way to Chichen Itza. At Chichen Itza, your expert guide will give you a thorough 1.5h tour covering all the highlights. In addition, you'll have 1 extra hour to explore on your own.
After your tour of the ruins, explore a cenote (freshwater sinkhole) where you will have a chance to go for a refreshing swim
AMENITIES
- Professional Guide
- Lunch
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Roundtrip transportation
- Bathroom & services
Prices
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- Child: Not permitted
- Toddlers: Not permitted
- Cancellation: Strict
Description
Chichen Itzá blends the magic of ceremony and human sacrifice with the legacy of one of the most progressive civilizations of its time.
This city of temples was built between the 6th and the 10th century A.D deep in the Yucatán jungle.
Among the most remarkable buildings, you see:
- the Temple of Warriors
- the group of a Thousand Columns
- the platform of Venus
- the Ball Court
- the Snail
- the Observatory.
The most famous pyramid is the Kukulcan, who’s structure eerily represents today’s modern calendar.
Each side of the the Kukulcan counts 91 steps and the top being the last step to make 365.
It is to this structure that thousands of people flock every equinox to see the shadow phenomenon, of the serpent descending the steps.
Your expert tour guide will walk you through the site while explaining the history and mystery that shrouds the Mayan culture and ruins. Once your guided tour is completed, you will have a bit of free time to explore, buy souvenirs or take extra pictures.
Lunch will be included at a nearby restaurant. Drinks cost extra so bring along a little bit of extra money.
A cenote stop is the perfect ending to this day. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the underground river system.
Read our blog for our Chichen Itza review...
The Chichen Itza tour runs every day and it is a full day tour.
Exact pickup times are confirmed upon booking but you can expect to be picked up around 7am and arrive back at approximately 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Please note: vehicle size for transport is subject to the capacity of the tour on that day. Transport will either be a large coach or small air-conditioned van dependant on the number of people that booked to keep things as efficient as possible.
Adventure awaits!
Hints and Tips
- Tips for the guide/servers
- Souvenirs
- Extra drinks at lunch
- Extra snacks along the way
Kids
Kids from 0-4 years of age are free of charge but do not get a guaranteed seat on the bus unless they pay. This is a long day for most children as the transport is at least 3 hours each way. Bring along a portable DVD, games, books and other entertainment for the kids. The Chichen Itza site is stroller friendly for the most part. No life jackets are provided for the swim so bring along for kids.
Accessibility
The Chichen Itza site is easily accessed in a wheelchair. The buses do not have wheelchair lifts so wheelchair must be collapsible and guests assisted on and off the bus.
location
These one day tours take you to the most famous archaeological ruin in Mexico. An expert tour guide will unlock the mysteries of the ancient Mayan world.