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Chichen Itza Early Access Private Tour

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Cancun, Mexico
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10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish
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Overview

Gain essential insights into Mexico’s past on a visit to Chichen Itza with a private archaeologist. Miss the crowds by visiting in the early morning, and see parts of the site that traditional tours don’t visit. With pickup from Cancun, experience the majesty of the entire Chichen Itza site and receive personalized attention from your professionally certified guide.

With this Cool Shore Excursions Exclusive, your early morning visit to Chichen Itza allows you to explore the site before the crowds so you can enjoy the rest of your day as you prefer!

What's Included

  • Access to Chichen Itza and cenote
  • Live commentary in English or Spanish
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in a private transportation
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Chichen Itza tax
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Hotel pick-up is included for this private tour. Please, select your hotel from the list of available hotels. If your hotel is not on the list contact us via email [email protected] to provide you with an alternative location.

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Cancun (pass by)

Depart early in the morning from your hotel in Cancun or Riviera Maya to Chichen Itza while the sun begins to show up! Arrive at the archeological site when it is completely empty and avoid the crowds of tourists.
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Zona Arqueologica de Chichen Itza

Enjoy the amazing view of the archeological site of Chichén Itza from the inside in the tranquility of your early-morning visit.Learn how this large pre-Colombian city played an important role in Mayan civilization from around A.D. 600 to 1200, and remained a center of worship and pilgrimage until the arrival of the Spanish.Even today, it is still considered a sacred site by the Yucatán peninsula’s Maya population. Furthermore, it became protected by UNESCO and is nowadays considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.Follow your private guide and learn the history behind this ancient site, such as the meaning of the stone carvings, pyramids, platforms, ball courts and staircases.Visit the Temple of the Warriors, The Ball Game and, of course, the famous El Castillo, also known as the Temple of Kukulkan.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Real Mayab

Once the visit to Chichen Itza is over, you will be moved to a local restaurant, where you will be able to indulge in the flavors of Mexican cuisine with a delicious buffet.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Chichen Itza government tax is 44 USD per person. It must be paid upon arrival by credit card (no cash is accepted).
  • Mexicans, children, students, and teachers (residents in Mexico) have a discount on the Chichen Itza tax upon presentation of their ID on the day of the tour. The discount will not be applicable without the official identification.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chichen Itza Early Access Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Access to Chichen Itza and cenote
  • Live commentary in English or Spanish
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in a private transportation
  • Professional private guide
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Chichen Itza tax

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Chichen Itza government tax is 44 USD per person. It must be paid upon arrival by credit card (no cash is accepted).
  • Mexicans, children, students, and teachers (residents in Mexico) have a discount on the Chichen Itza tax upon presentation of their ID on the day of the tour. The discount will not be applicable without the official identification.

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