El Castillo framed by dense jungle foliage on the Riviera Maya departure tour

Full-Day Trips · 2026

Chichen Itza Tour from Riviera Maya Full Day Trips with Itza Tour

Itza Tour's Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya brings one of the New Seven Wonders of the World within easy reach of your resort , with door-to-door hotel pickup, a certified guide, a sacred cenote swim, and a stop in colonial Valladolid, all in one full day. Wherever you're staying , from Puerto Morelos in the north to Akumal in the south , we optimise your pickup time so you arrive fresh. Reserve in minutes over WhatsApp, no big deposit, free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

10–12h
Full-day trip
~90–120 mi
Riviera Maya → Chichen Itza
$0
Deposit · free cancellation

Door-to-door

Chichen Itza Tour from Riviera Maya with Hotel Pickup

Our Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya is built around effortless resort pickup , the biggest advantage of booking with a local operator who knows the corridor.

Door-to-Door Resort Pickup

We collect you right at your hotel lobby, anywhere between Puerto Morelos and Tulum , no meeting points, no shared shuttles.

Optimised Pickup Times

Drive time varies by resort, so we calculate your exact pickup (6:00–8:00 AM) and confirm it 24 hours before. You can browse all our Chichen Itza tours to compare.

All-inclusive

What's Included - Transport, Guide, Cenote & Lunch

Everything is bundled into one clear package , shared, private, or all-inclusive.

  • Round-Trip Resort Transport
    Air-conditioned transport with reclining seats along the fast 180D toll road.
  • Certified Bilingual Guide
    A licensed guide brings El Castillo, the Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors to life with historical context.
  • Sacred Cenote Swim
    A refreshing dip in a nearby cenote such as Ik Kil, Saamal, or Hubiku.
  • Valladolid Stop
    A guided stop in the colonial town of Valladolid.
  • Traditional Buffet Lunch
    A regional Yucatecan buffet lunch.
  • Entrance & Taxes
    Many tours include the ~$36–44 USD entrance and taxes , we tell you upfront, no gate-day surprises.
Cave cenote with crystal-blue water, sunbeam and wooden dock near Chichen ItzaYucatecan buffet lunch spread with cochinita pibil and handmade tortillas in Valladolid
Diverse group of travelers walking near El Castillo pyramid at golden hour on a Riviera Maya day trip

Trusted local operator

Why Travelers Choose Our Chichen Itza Tours from Riviera Maya

A trusted local operator who handles every detail from your resort door.

Direct Local Operator

Book direct with a local team , not a distant call center , for the best price.

Certified Guides

Bilingual, certified guides specialised in Maya history.

Early Departure

We leave early to reach the ruins when it's cool and quiet.

Air-Conditioned Transport

Comfortable reclining seats and air conditioning.

Platform of the Eagles and Jaguars at Chichen Itza with El Castillo blurred behind it

Pick your experience

Chichen Itza Tours From Riviera Maya: Guided, Cenote Combo & Private

Choose between our three Chichen Itza tours from Riviera Maya - same certified Maya guides and sacred cenote swim, different pacing and inclusions.

Guided Small-Group Tour

Best-value shared tour. Resort pickup along the corridor, small A/C van, certified Maya guide, cenote, Valladolid, buffet lunch - see our guided Chichen Itza tour.

Chichen Itza & Cenote Combo

Extra swim time and a second cenote for photographers and swimmers. Details on our Chichen Itza cenote tour page.

VIP Private Tour

Your own vehicle, private certified guide, flexible resort pickup - ideal for families and groups of 3+. See our private Chichen Itza tour.

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Riviera Maya to Chichen Itza with a Sacred Cenote Swim

Every tour pairs the ruins with a refreshing swim.

Sacred Cenote Swim

Swim in a natural sinkhole the Maya considered sacred, such as Ik Kil or Oxman.

A Complete Day Trip

History, nature, and culture , ruins, cenote, lunch, and Valladolid in one day.

Colonial Valladolid on the Way Home

Includes a guided stop in one of Mexico's prettiest colonial towns on the way home.

Colonial Valladolid

Streets of 16th-century architecture, from the San Bernardino convent to craft markets.

Taste the Yucatan

Sample specialities like cochinita pibil before the ride back.

All-inclusive Riviera Maya resort lobby at sunrise with a private tour van at the entrance

Riviera Maya Resorts We Pick Up From: Hard Rock, Grand

This is where our tour really stands apart - we cover the entire resort corridor, door to door.

Puerto Morelos Resorts

Northern resorts like Secrets, Dreams, Now Sapphire - about 2.5 hours away.

Akumal Resorts (Grand Sirenis, Bahia Principe)

Southern beachfront resorts - among the closest at ~1.5–2 hours. Grand Sirenis and Bahia Principe Akumal both covered.

Puerto Aventuras Resorts

Gated-community condos and spa resorts on the southern corridor.

Playacar & Hard Rock Riviera Maya

Playacar, Playa del Carmen and Hard Rock Riviera Maya on the central corridor - driver waits at the lobby.

All-Inclusive Resorts (Iberostar, Barceló, Palladium)

Grand Palladium, Barceló Maya, Iberostar, Riu and Sandos - no extra charge for pickup.

2026 Prices & What You Pay

Transparent, affordable pricing , you always know the total before you travel.

Affordable Per-Person Rate

Shared tours start at a budget-friendly rate.

Best-Price Private

Private tours priced per group , cheaper per person for larger parties.

What's Included

Transport, guide, cenote, Valladolid, lunch , entrance often included.

Deposit & Balance

Little or no deposit; some pay on the day. Book on WhatsApp.

Private vs Shared - Which to Choose

It comes down to budget, pace, and flexibility.

Shared / Small Group

Lowest per-person price , great for solo travelers and couples.

Private Tour

Exclusive to your party, flexible pickup, no waiting on other hotels - ideal for families and groups of three or more.

Which to Choose?

Shared saves money; private saves time , ideal for families and groups of 3+.

Local Maya tour operator handing a booking confirmation to smiling travelers at a Riviera Maya tour office

Book Direct, Skip the Agency Markup

Booking direct saves money and removes hidden-fee headaches.

Best Direct Price

No middleman commission.

Trusted Local Operator

A certified local team, not a faceless reseller.

Instant WhatsApp Booking

Reserve in minutes over WhatsApp.

No Hidden Fees

Everything spelled out before you pay.

Flexible Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund.

Thousands of Happy Travelers

Join thousands of five-star travelers. Explore all our Chichen Itza tour options.

Flat lay of Riviera Maya day trip essentials - straw hat, reef-safe sunscreen, swimwear and camera on cream linen

Plan Your Riviera Maya to Chichen Itza Day Trip

A little planning makes the day even smoother.

Best Time to Visit

Nov–April is coolest and driest; avoid Sundays and equinox crowds.

What to Pack

Pesos, water, hat, comfy shoes, swimwear, towel, biodegradable sunscreen.

Tour Duration

A full day, ~10–12 hours, with about 6 hours of driving.

Travel Tips

Eat before pickup, be ready 10 min early, no climbing the pyramid. Up north? Compare our Chichen Itza tour from Cancun.

Ready for Your Day at Chichen Itza?

Tell Itza Tour your resort, date and group size , we'll confirm your Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya instantly on WhatsApp, no deposit and free cancellation.

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The Miller family
Dallas, USA · March 2026
★★★★★

Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya with Itza Tour - pickup at our Puerto Aventuras resort at 6:30am. At the ruins before the crowds, cenote Ik-Kil swim, lunch in Valladolid. Full day but never rushed.

Hugo D.
Lyon, FR · February 2026
★★★★★

Tour Chichen Itza depuis la Riviera Maya, ramassage à Akumal, guide en anglais, cenote Ik-Kil, déjeuner à Valladolid. Bien organisé et sans dépôt.

Kate B.
Edinburgh, UK · January 2026
★★★★★

Booked from our all-inclusive in Riviera Maya. Free pickup, small group van, certified Mayan guide. Chichen Itza + Ik-Kil cenote + Valladolid - worth the early wake-up.

The Álvarez family
Guadalajara, MX · December 2025
★★★★★

Tour a Chichén Itzá desde Riviera Maya con guía maya. Recogida en Playacar, cenote Ik-Kil, comida en Valladolid. Los niños encantados, adultos también.

The Miller family
Dallas, USA · March 2026
★★★★★

Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya with Itza Tour - pickup at our Puerto Aventuras resort at 6:30am. At the ruins before the crowds, cenote Ik-Kil swim, lunch in Valladolid. Full day but never rushed.

Hugo D.
Lyon, FR · February 2026
★★★★★

Tour Chichen Itza depuis la Riviera Maya, ramassage à Akumal, guide en anglais, cenote Ik-Kil, déjeuner à Valladolid. Bien organisé et sans dépôt.

Kate B.
Edinburgh, UK · January 2026
★★★★★

Booked from our all-inclusive in Riviera Maya. Free pickup, small group van, certified Mayan guide. Chichen Itza + Ik-Kil cenote + Valladolid - worth the early wake-up.

The Álvarez family
Guadalajara, MX · December 2025
★★★★★

Tour a Chichén Itzá desde Riviera Maya con guía maya. Recogida en Playacar, cenote Ik-Kil, comida en Valladolid. Los niños encantados, adultos también.

Nils J.
Stockholm, SE · November 2025
★★★★★

Chichen Itza day tour from Riviera Maya. Pickup on time from Xpu-Ha, guide informative without being boring, cenote Ik-Kil freezing but amazing. Home by 8pm.

Amelia P.
Wellington, NZ · October 2025
★★★★★

Very well run Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya. Certified Mayan guide, cenote Ik-Kil included, Valladolid stop for lunch. No deposit, honest pricing over WhatsApp.

Diego C.
Santiago, CL · September 2025
★★★★★

Excelente tour a Chichén Itzá desde Riviera Maya. Guía maya certificado, cenote Ik-Kil, almuerzo en Valladolid. Todo por WhatsApp, sin sorpresas.

Rachel & Ben
Boston, USA · September 2025
★★★★★

Honeymoon trip - wanted a stress-free Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya. Itza Tour gave us exactly that. Free pickup at Mayakoba, small group, cenote swim included. Highly recommend.

Nils J.
Stockholm, SE · November 2025
★★★★★

Chichen Itza day tour from Riviera Maya. Pickup on time from Xpu-Ha, guide informative without being boring, cenote Ik-Kil freezing but amazing. Home by 8pm.

Amelia P.
Wellington, NZ · October 2025
★★★★★

Very well run Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya. Certified Mayan guide, cenote Ik-Kil included, Valladolid stop for lunch. No deposit, honest pricing over WhatsApp.

Diego C.
Santiago, CL · September 2025
★★★★★

Excelente tour a Chichén Itzá desde Riviera Maya. Guía maya certificado, cenote Ik-Kil, almuerzo en Valladolid. Todo por WhatsApp, sin sorpresas.

Rachel & Ben
Boston, USA · September 2025
★★★★★

Honeymoon trip - wanted a stress-free Chichen Itza tour from Riviera Maya. Itza Tour gave us exactly that. Free pickup at Mayakoba, small group, cenote swim included. Highly recommend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You see a New Seven Wonders of the World, swim in a sacred cenote, and visit Valladolid in one guided full-day trip with resort pickup , strong value.
Roughly 90–120 miles depending on your resort , about 1.5–2 hours from Akumal and around 2.5 hours from Puerto Morelos.
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