Chichen Itza Discovery Private
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Chichen Itza Discovery Private
By Ocean Tours
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Ages 1-99
Duration: 10h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
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- National Park fees
- Buffet lunch
- Professional guide
- Professional photographer
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Entry/Admission - Chichen Itza
- Entry/Admission - Valladolid
What's not included- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- Hotel - Airbnb - private condos and houses pick up are offered in this private tour. Once we receive your booking, we will organize with you the pickup time & location. This is a private tour, and you can customize the itinerary to your interest.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 12861P12- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How can I let you know where to pick me up for the Chichen Itza Discovery Private?
- We offer pick-ups from most hotels. Let us know where you are staying in the 'Special Requirements' box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting 'Manage my Booking' and emailing us there.Answered Mar 2021
- What time can we expect to be picked up for the Chichen Itza Discovery Private tour?
- We will contact you to arrange pickup after making your reservation. Approximate pickup times are 6:30 am from Cancun and 8:00 am from Playa del Carmen.Answered Mar 2021
- Will we be sharing transportation or any other part of the Chichen Itza Discovery Private tour?
- As this is a private tour, all transportation (including ground transportation) is exclusive to your group, and so are the guide and driver.Answered Mar 2021
- Is the Chichen Itza Discovery Private tour appropriate for children?
- Absolutely! The tour is child-friendly and elderly-friendly. Everyone's invited to join!Answered Mar 2021
The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 12861P12
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- 31rubinap0 contributionsA truly unforgettable experience! Thank you Balam! Balam!We had an amazing experience with our tour guide Hamlet! He was knowledgeable, engaging, and incredibly attentive. He went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable, informed, and having a great time. The passion and energy he brought to the tour made it both fun and memorable, and also made sure we stayed safe while enjoying every moment. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide and I truly hope that our paths cross again! Balam! Balam ! 😊Written January 17, 2025
- Odyssey6162040 contributionsWonderful experience and would highly recommend going with Jessica!A fabulous way to end our vacation in Tulum! Jessica was so knowledgeable and friendly. Each place we went was unique and wonderful!! Worth every penny. And the photos at the end are beautiful!Written January 17, 2025
- JasonB29870 contributionsNice TourAlthough I really enjoyed this tour I think it's worth paying the extra money to do a private tour since we were hindered by an old lady who was scared of water and ended up wasting a lot of time in the water because of this customer that was in our group.Written January 17, 2025
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- rosalindaa940 contributionsHorrible foodThe tour guide was amazing , the tour was great, Akumal and Cenote was great , now the food was horrible, gruel, no real Mexican would eat the tacos, shame on you for serving that, everyone threw it awayWritten January 16, 2025
- W6981YUthomass0 contributionsJessica Silver is the best guide she was amazingThe tour was filled with nothing but fun Jessica Silver was very knowledgeable and we all learned so much it is a trip worth taking againWritten January 16, 2025
- am_lieh4590 contributionsGreat activity but wrong pictures and no answer from themThe activies were fun, the transport from our hotel was well organised and we had fun with our guide, Cesar Gonzalez. A photopgraph was following us all day (Alan). The only point is that we paid 55$ US for pictures and didn't received the good one. We got pictures from an other couple and nothing with our faces on. I have emailed them a few days ago and didn't get any answer from them.Written January 16, 2025
- TaniaRope0 contributionsExtraordinary tour!Probably one of the best tours we have ever done. Pick up /drop off from hotel, perfect snorkel on a private boat (water was clear, reef was ultra close with lots of marine animals). Matched with an amazing walk/swim through an underground cenote (ie. underground canyon . Very different from other cenotes). It’s a once in a lifetime/pinch yourself moment. A huge thank you to our guide Alondra! Thank you for your kindness, wealth of knowledge and humour! Highly recommended -absolutely magical.Written January 16, 2025
- Laini9210 contributionsFun tripRaul and his associates are dedicated and focused on ensuring guests enjoy their trip while keeping safety in mind. Thanks amigos!Written January 15, 2025
- 560laurenh0 contributionsSimply amazing!First up - Yul our guide was fantastic, incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and funny. Pick up was early (6:30am) but on time, and we were given plenty of notice of the early start. The snorkelling was great fun (it was my first time), we saw loads of turtles, two sting rays, fish. Next was the Cenote, absolutely fantastic and a must do when in Mexico! When we arrived we were the first group, so we could explore the Cenote without the crowds. This Cenote is underground cave, it’s not an open one. The bat cave was great to experience too. I was grateful to have the photographer there as i didn’t have a waterproof case for my phone, the photographer of course captured excellent photos (mine would’ve been sub-par) and I think the price is fair for the number of photos (we got 82 photos for $60). Overall, 10/10 experience and would recommend Yul and his team to anyone in Mexico. Thank you so much for a wonderful day, one I will never forget. XWritten January 15, 2025
- Cindiraz0 contributionsGreat adventureI hope this is the correct trip. We got picked up in Playa Del Carmen, and went to Akumal to swim with the turtles and then we went to a cenote . Our guide was Margot and she was AMAZING! Loved our experience!Written January 15, 2025
- gabrielapE25UC0 contributionsGoodNice expérience back then 2021 I think , trip taken through the hotel facilities . I think .. really nice guides , that are really professionals. NiceWritten January 15, 2025
- Y7931ELdanh0 contributionsAwesome Seaturtle tripThe views were great, we watched sea turtles munching on sea grass while snorkeling. Then we made a short trip over the centers which were great, we only wish it was longer. Rubin was a great tour guide, he made everything very fun and informative. There was a family with a member we who had mobility issues that Rubin was very patient and great with. We’ve seen the opposite with other tours where they would kinda get left behind, Rubin took great care of everyone on the tour.Written January 15, 2025
- Trek7845750 contributionsINCREDIBLEWe experienced snorkeling for the first time. It was really magical to see turtles really close. We loved Silvana our tour guide. She spoke English but also French with us (our first language is French) she made us see sea nature with different perspectives. The cenote was magical and fun.Written January 15, 2025
- 455kailas0 contributionsAMAZING experience. 10/10 would recommend!We booked a private tour to snorkel with sea turtles and swim in cenotes through Ocean Tours. From the initial booking they were helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Our tour guide Emmanuel was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable, amazing with the kids, and made every aspect of the trip easier in any way he could. The driver Armando was lovely, helping everyone with their bags and ensured we all arrived safely and comfortably. Our photographer Lucho was amazing. He captured the best pictures of every activity (especially the underwater sea life) and had our photos uploaded less than 2 hours after we were done. Our family of 9 had the BEST experience and would 100% recommend this tour/company to anyone who is looking.Written January 14, 2025
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Josh H
Rochester, NY387 contributions
Feb 2022
We booked this at the last minute (literally the day before) and everything worked out great. I booked the "Private Chichen Itza Tour" from the OceanTours web site and someone got back to me via e-mail within minutes to confirm some more details. We had a private van pick us up in Playacar, and our guide Arturo (R2D2) was great. Young guy with lots of knowledge about the entire Riviera Maya area.
It included:
pick-up at our Air B and B in Playacar
private van with A/C and a dedicated driver. He stays with the van and you can leave your stuff here.
Entrance to Chichen Itza.
Totally customizable tour; you can spend as much or as little time here as you'd like and the guide will explain as much or as little detail as you want. SOme people just want to see the large/main pyramid and take off; but we walked most of the entire grounds which was well worth it.
Cenote swimming at Cenote Saamal. Life vests included. No need for snorkel gear, there's not much to see under the water.
There is a large buffet/dining spot here, and the food is included. Pretty good chicken and pork that is steamed/smoked under ground. Drinks are extra $
A visit to the village of Valladolid. There's a nice town square here with some shops, ice cream, and a couple spots to knock down some tequila.
Back home to playacar.
Overall a very long day but totally worth it! Make sure you have sunscreen on yourself for the Chichen tour, there is not a lot of shade there. Have fun!
It included:
pick-up at our Air B and B in Playacar
private van with A/C and a dedicated driver. He stays with the van and you can leave your stuff here.
Entrance to Chichen Itza.
Totally customizable tour; you can spend as much or as little time here as you'd like and the guide will explain as much or as little detail as you want. SOme people just want to see the large/main pyramid and take off; but we walked most of the entire grounds which was well worth it.
Cenote swimming at Cenote Saamal. Life vests included. No need for snorkel gear, there's not much to see under the water.
There is a large buffet/dining spot here, and the food is included. Pretty good chicken and pork that is steamed/smoked under ground. Drinks are extra $
A visit to the village of Valladolid. There's a nice town square here with some shops, ice cream, and a couple spots to knock down some tequila.
Back home to playacar.
Overall a very long day but totally worth it! Make sure you have sunscreen on yourself for the Chichen tour, there is not a lot of shade there. Have fun!
Written February 12, 2022
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KC710
Fresno, CA18 contributions
Jan 2025 • Solo
I was looking for a tour of Chichen Itza from Cancun, and this one was perfect. I was picked up at my hotel promptly at 6:00 AM and then headed straight to Chichen Itza. Snacks and drinks were provided, and we stopped for a restroom break as well. Once we arrived, we walked right into the grounds and began our guided tour. There were two other groups and our guide did a good job of keeping everyone informed and moving through the various sites. We were also given time to explore on our own before departure. Back in the van, we were provided lunch and refreshments. One more bathroom break on the ride back and then I was dropped off back at my hotel by 3:00 PM. This tour was exactly what I wanted and our guide did a good job of explaining what we were seeing. I was back at the hotel with plenty of my day left. I definitely recommend this tour for people who want to see Chichen Itza without losing a whole day.
Written January 12, 2025
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thank you for your review! we are very pleased that the itinerary we created for this tour was just what you needed! hopefully you had the rest of the day to enjoy your beautiful resort.
Mariana - Ocean Tours
Written January 13, 2025
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Maria R
1 contribution
May 2024 • Couples
Manual the driver made sure were made it back safe all while navigating the roads with ease.
Ariann was a great tour guide. She was knowledgeable and even had visuals.
Ariann and manual provided us with umbrellas which really helped more out walked in the heat. The pictures she helped us take were great. We were even provided a club sandwich and a drink , also there were snacks and drinks from the start. FIVE STARS would recommend highly. Just a wonderful experience .
Ariann was a great tour guide. She was knowledgeable and even had visuals.
Ariann and manual provided us with umbrellas which really helped more out walked in the heat. The pictures she helped us take were great. We were even provided a club sandwich and a drink , also there were snacks and drinks from the start. FIVE STARS would recommend highly. Just a wonderful experience .
Written May 19, 2024
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Dear mariarM4503NV,
Thank you for your excellent review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience with Ariann and Manuel. It's great to know that Manuel navigated the roads safely and Ariann's knowledge and visuals enhanced your tour. We're glad the umbrellas, photos, and refreshments added to your comfort and enjoyment. Your five-star recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more fantastic experiences!
Best regards,
Saskia Bezemer
The Ocean Tours Mexico Team
Written July 1, 2024
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D. Gamble
6 contributions
Dec 2020
Unbelievable day today! Our guide Pepe (BB) was born to lead tours in the Yucatan. He was knowledgable, entertaining, warm and authentic. We enjoyed the visit to Chichen Itza and were pleasantly surprised by the delicious lunch and swimming Cenote visit as well as our stop in Valladolid. Our driver Juan Luis has a fantastic sense of humor and it was fun to see he and guide Pepe enjoying each other. We had an unforgettable day from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM with these good natured gentlemen. I highly recommend this tour.
Written December 16, 2020
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We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. We hope to see you again in the future, and we wish you a safe trip back home.
Thank you very much for your feedback!
Ocean Tours Mexico
Written March 19, 2021
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Sandra A
Bern, Switzerland42 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Had booked a small group. We were picked up from the hotel at 6 a.m. and had a German-speaking tour guide. There were only 5 people in our group - which was perfect. Our guide Tomas Riede did a fantastic job. On the almost 3-hour journey he told us a lot of interesting facts about Chichen Itza. On the way we were allowed to stop at a really clean toilet. Went to Chichen Itza at 9 - everything was described and explained to us for 2 hours - Tomas did it in a very interesting way :-) Afterwards we had another hour to explore for ourselves. Then we went back 2.5 minutes in the air-conditioned minibus. We were back at the hotel at 3 o'clock in the afternoon and were still able to enjoy the sun by the pool or by the sea. A big thank you to Carmen (TRS Yucatan) who made our booking and especially to Tomas Riede and of course to our chauffeur David Garcia - who got us there and back safely.
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Written March 19, 2024
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Es klingt, als hätten Sie eine fantastische Erfahrung bei Ihrem Ausflug nach Chichen Itza gehabt! Die kleine Gruppengröße und ein deutschsprachiger Tourguide wie Tomas Riede haben sicherlich dazu beigetragen, dass Ihre Tour besonders angenehm und informativ war. Es ist großartig zu hören, dass Sie die Fahrtzeit mit interessanten Informationen über Chichen Itza nutzen konnten und dass Ihr Guide eine fesselnde Art hatte, alles zu erklären. Der Zwischenstopp an einer sauberen Toilette und die Zeit für Selbsterkundung vor Ort waren sicherlich willkommene Ergänzungen zu Ihrer Reise. Ein besonderer Dank geht auch an Carmen für die Buchung und an den Chauffeur David Garcia für die sichere Hin- und Rückfahrt. Es klingt nach einem rundum gelungenen Ausflug, bei dem Sie auch noch Zeit hatten, den Rest des Tages zu genießen. Vielen Dank für das Teilen Ihrer positiven Erfahrung!
Sasha; Ocean tours team
Written March 19, 2024
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Angelo d
Saskatoon3 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
Terrific tour! Early morning was definitely the way to go, bearing the crowds for at least a good chunk of the experience. The ruins are amazing. Our guide was also amazing - shout out to Hamlet Bravo - he was informative and comfortable but most importantly he's genuinely passionate about the history, culture, and language. I would absolutely do additional tours with him.
Written November 21, 2024
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Thank you for your wonderful review of the Chichen Itza Discovery Private tour! We’re so glad you enjoyed the early morning visit—it’s definitely the best way to experience the beauty and serenity of the ruins before the crowds arrive.
A special shout-out to Hamlet Bravo for making your tour exceptional! His passion for history, culture, and language truly shines through, and it’s fantastic to hear that his enthusiasm left such a lasting impression.
We’d be delighted to host you on another adventure with Hamlet or any of our amazing guides in the future. Thank you for choosing Ocean Tours!
Warm regards,
Laura
Ocean Tours Mexic
Written November 25, 2024
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Francesca B
Manchester, UK4 contributions
May 2024 • Family
We went on this tour with Rafael and he was honestly amazing. He was friendly, informative and energetic. He spoke at the perfect speed and managed to keep everyone interested and involved. I would 100% recommend this tour and him specifically
Written May 27, 2024
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Thank you for your glowing review, Francesca! We're so pleased to hear that Rafael made your tour experience memorable with his friendly, informative, and energetic approach. It’s great to know that his style was just right and kept everyone engaged. We appreciate your recommendation and are especially thankful for your endorsement of Rafael. We look forward to welcoming you back for more wonderful experiences!
Best regards,
Saskia
Ocean Tours Team
Written June 20, 2024
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Shad
6 contributions
Guide Miguel and driver Angel gave us a great tour of Chichen Itza, cenote, and Valladolid. Miguel was exceptionally knowledgeable about the site and Mayan history. He did not waiver after hours of questions, delighting in sharing his knowledge. Angel was a safe driver.
Written August 12, 2024
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Dear Shad,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience on the Chichen Itza Discovery Private Tour with Miguel and Angel. It’s fantastic to know that Miguel’s extensive knowledge of Mayan history and his enthusiasm for sharing it made your tour memorable.
We also appreciate your recognition of Angel’s safe driving. Providing excellent guides and a seamless experience is our goal, and we’re delighted that we succeeded.
Thank you for choosing us for your adventure, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more explorations in the future!
Best regards,
Laura Ocean Tours
Written August 13, 2024
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Lisa A
5 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
We really loved this tour of Chichen Itza and Selva Maya Cenote. We made a very quick stop at the town of Valodolid but was still beautiful to see. Our tour guide was Claudia, driver Nico and they were so good. Highly rec!
Written April 5, 2024
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It sounds like you had an amazing tour of Chichen Itza, Selva Maya Cenote, and a brief stop at the charming town of Valladolid with Claudia and Nico as your guide and driver! Visiting such historical and natural wonders along with experiencing the local culture in Valladolid must have been a memorable journey. Claudia and Nico's expertise and professionalism likely added to the overall enjoyment of your trip. Thank you for sharing your positive experience and recommendation
Laura OCEAN TOURS
Written April 6, 2024
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Keri B
1 contribution
Nov 2024 • Friends
We now understand what makes Chichen Itza one of the 7 wonders of the world. Our guide was so knowledgeable and the place was amazing.
Written November 14, 2024
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Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad you had an amazing time exploring Chichen Itza and that our guide’s knowledge added to your experience. It truly is a remarkable site, and we’re thrilled that you now understand why it’s one of the 7 Wonders of the World.
We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future!
Warm regards,
Laura , Ocean Tours Mexico
Written November 14, 2024
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