Playa del Carmen

Chichen Itza, Cenote Ikkil, Valladolid and Mayan Cuisine from the Riviera Maya

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11 Hour Tour Valladolid and Mayan Cuisine from Riviera Maya
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  • 11 hours 20 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Certified guide
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Bottled water
    • Lunch
    • Balance Foreign Adult $800 Mxn/Mexican Adult $450 Mxn and $270 Child: Admissions, rents and fees

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

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    Start time

    07:00 AM

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Pickup details

    We pick up at main hotels in the Mayan Riviera. In case of being downtown Playa del Carmen or Carretera a Boca Paila, hostels, motels, airbnb or hotels with difficult access, we will assign a meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Near public transportation
    • Stroller accessible
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Balance Foreign Adult $800 Mxn/Mexican Adult $450 Mxn and $270 Child: Admissions, rents and fees
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    Reviews

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    ***PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE...
    Nicole_s, Apr 2024
    ***PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE READ SMALL PRINT IF THERE IS ANY *** They make you pay 800 peso per person in person $48-50 per person more than what you already paid through Viator . It comes out very expensive and I don’t think it’s worth it . First off we had a schedule pick up time from the meeting location in tulum Starbucks they arrived 25 mins late no big deal because we waited inside Starbucks. When the tour guide arrived me informed us of the extra fee we owe . ( bring cash or they have a payment machine) The tour is long be prepared it is an all day experience and very very tiring. A lot of walking wear comfortable shoes . Bring frozen water or Gatorade if possible you will be extremely thirsty lunch isn’t until close to the end of the trip . I don’t feel like the tour guide is friendly to black family’s they cater to white people more I feel like . It’s sad Mexicans stereotype blacks and treat them differently they wasn’t friendly but was extremely nice to the white families
    Response from Host, May 2024
    Good evening Nicole, thank you for your review. The balance of 48 corresponds to the archaeological site´s admission taxes. All customer have to pay it since they are both federal & state taxes. We do not include them in the price since these are concepts of our government. It´s all stated on your tour description, voucher and confirmation email.
    Great time
    Farhid_A, Jan 2024
    Incredibly planned and very smooth! The guides were informative and were bilingual. Definitely recommend it to anyone who's trying to do a lot in a day.
    Probably not the best option, a little scammy
    Colette_F, Nov 2023
    We took this tour out of Playa del Carmen after deciding not to rent a car for our trip. We enjoyed seeing Chichen Itza, the Cenote, and Vallodolid, but the latter two locations were way too rushed on this tour, and lunch was served way too late in the day for how long of a day trip it is. The tour company is a bit disingenuous and clearly has some kind of deal with the Mayan village stop that they take you to for lunch. Apparently all the guides follow a script in which they discourage you to spend money anywhere but the Mayan village. They also do not give enough details ahead of time of what the visit to the village and the shaman will entail. While we didn’t mind participating we had no idea this was going to happen until we were already trapped on the bus, and the additional activities took away time from the stuff we actually signed up for and wanted to see. We also were essentially coerced into purchasing an overpriced Mayan “birth certificate” which is basically a glorified horoscope and is very cheaply made. Also be aware that the price of admission to Chichen Itza, the Cenote, and drinks at lunch are not included in the price listed here, which they do not make very clear when you first buy a ticket. I would recommend comparing this against other companies that go to Chichen Itza or consider renting a car to do things at your own pace before booking with this company. Glad I got to see some of these places but there are probably better ways to see these locations.
    Response from Host, Nov 2023
    We understand that you may have missed some information about exclusions during the tour, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve our communication and service. We strive to provide clear and comprehensive details about our tours, and we regret any confusion that may have arisen. In an effort to address your specific concerns, we have reviewed the information provided regarding the tour exclusions. We acknowledge that it is crucial for our customers to have a complete understanding of what is included and excluded in our offerings. Your feedback will be shared with our team to ensure that we continue to enhance our communication materials. While we regret that your experience did not meet your expectations, we value your feedback as an opportunity to learn and grow. To further discuss your concerns and explore any possible resolutions, we invite you to contact our customer service department
    Great but rushed
    Maria_M, May 2023
    I mostly enjoyed this experience and am glad that we decided last minute to take a tour just because the hassle of renting a car and driving didn't seem worth it. Pickup and dropoff were extremely easy, and the bus was nice with A/C, a bathroom, and USB ports. Our English speaking guide was really knowledgeable and informative, and I thought he did a good job showing us around Chichen Itza. I also liked that they gave a lot of history and background information during the bus ride which helped the driving time pass quicker. We saw a lot of the ruins and were allowed a good 15 minutes to take photos after each section. Ik Kil cenote was gorgeous but swarmed with other tourists. We did feel very rushed here as we only had one hour to get off the bus, get changed, swim, and change back into clothes again before leaving. I also felt Vallodolid was even MORE rushed with just a half hour to essentially run around the square. This tour would be insanely improved if they cut the Mayan cultural village out, but they clearly get kickbacks on it. My biggest disappointment and complaint was that they did not allow us to do any souvenir shopping at all at Chichen Itza where there were hundreds of vendors selling things that I did not end up finding anywhere else (would have loved some of the Mayan stuff I saw but wasn't allowed time to stop and purchase). They did basically say that if you wanted to skip the guided tour to shop instead, whatever go ahead and meet back at the bus at the end, but if you wanted the tour, no shopping. I would have really appreciated just like 10-20 minutes at the end to run around the stalls. Instead, you spend a bunch of time in the Kaua art village souvenir shop where prices are actually a joke. Those little painted skulls you can buy for $3 in Playa or Cancun were marked up to $19 here, and all their other prices were the same. Lunch was ok but nothing special. I did like the Mayan birth charts they made, but that was the only plus side. I'd have rather done lunch in Valladolid and had more time there or at Chichen for shopping, but other than that, I did like this tour and am glad I chose it. Just be ready for a really long, hot day, but that's true of any day trip to Chichen Itza.
    Response from Host, Jun 2023
    Thank you for choosing our tour, and we're glad that you had a positive overall experience. We'll use your feedback to make necessary improvements and provide an even better tour in the future.

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