Chichen Itza and Ekbalam Ancients Ruins Private Tour with Cenote

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About this activity

As if getting early access to Chichen Itza—one of the New 7 Wonders of the World—wasn’t enough, this small-group tour from Playa del Carmen also includes Ek Balam, another major Mayan archeological site, and a cooling dip in a cenote. Add to that a freshly prepared regional lunch and you’ve got the ultimate cultural day out in Mexico.

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At a glance

Duration: 11–12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: AGILA TOURS

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Lunch
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: All visit guided
Included: Umbrella

Not included

Not included: Government fees: Chichen Itza and Ekbalam State taxes, must be paid at the travel date in Mexican Pesos Cash

Itinerary

Zona Arqueologica de Chichen Itza

2 h 30 min Admission not included

Discover the Mayan sites of Chichen Itza and Ek Balam on this tour from Riviera Maya. Beat the crowds and explore these two impressive locations, taking a refreshing cenote swim in between.

Set off early and arrive at the ruin of Chichen Itza just as it opens and take a guided tour. Learn about the old Chichen Itza and the different buildings there and see 1 of the cenotes inside the ruins. Following the guided tour you will have some free time to explore on your own.

Take some amazing pictures of the Kukukkan Castle as you explore and see the 1000 Columnas Temple, Jaguar Temple, and the biggest ball game stadium in the Mayan culture, The Old Chichen Itza, The Observatory and many more
Cenote Hubiku

1 h 30 min Admission included

After visiting Chichen Itza ruins, discover the impressive Hubiku Cenote, one of the best in the Yucatan region, and take a swim under hundreds of stalactites. Then, enjoy a regional buffet lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Stop 3

one hour Admission not included

Finally, visit Ek Balam, an off-the-beaten-track Yucatec-Mayan archaeological site hidden in the jungle. Admire incredible carvings at the site and climb to the top of the Acropolis Pyramid, the highest point of the ruins.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Balkon Boutique Hotel
Ophelia Tulum Hotel
Gardenia Collective
MAYA Apartments Tulum
Quinta Sea
Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club
El Cozumeleno Beach Resort
Hotel Casa Bahia Cozumel - Adults Only
Orchid House Tulum
Suites at Mayan Palace Vidanta Resort Riviera Maya
OYO Hotel Playa Del Carmen
Villas Sirenas Tulum

and 891 more pickup points

Pick up place is your hotel or your private accomodotation,

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Note: Total time including the land transportation to the places to visit and come back to your hotel or private accomodation is between 9 and 10 hours, depending on the location of your accomodation.
From 1st January 2026 Chichen Itza and Ekbalam taxes are 1500 MXN per Adult and 420 MXN per child under 12 years old