Chichén Itzá Day Trip from Cancún: What to Expect (Guide for Canadian Travellers)
Planning a Chichén Itzá day trip from Cancún? What's included, cost in USD, what to pack and how to book direct. A guide for Canadian travellers.
Chichén Itzá is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and for many Canadians escaping winter in Cancún, it is the one excursion worth leaving the resort for. Here is what our full-day Chichén Itzá tour includes, what it costs, and how to prepare.
What's included
- Round-trip hotel transfer from Cancún or the Riviera Maya
- Certified archaeologist guide
- Chichén Itzá entrance fee and cenote entrance fee
- Traditional Yucatecan buffet lunch
- Bottled water
Not included: souvenir shopping and gratuities.
How the day works
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Hotel pickup |
| 9:30 AM | Arrive at Chichén Itzá for a 2-hour guided tour |
| 11:30 AM | Buffet lunch |
| 1:00 PM | Swim in a cenote (Ik Kil or similar) |
| 2:30 PM | Free time in the colonial town of Valladolid |
| 4:00 PM | Depart for Cancún, with hotel drop-off around 7:00 PM |
Price and booking
Prices are in US dollars, taxes and fees included: from US$146 per adult, US$123 for children up to 12, and infants 0–2 are free. Groups are up to 25 people. Your card will convert the price to Canadian dollars, so check the foreign-exchange fee with your card issuer. See the booking page for our cancellation policy.
Tips for Canadian travellers
- Wear sunscreen and a hat, comfortable shoes, and bring a swimsuit and towel for the cenote.
- Carry water and some cash for souvenirs and gratuities.
- You cannot climb El Castillo, but you can walk around the site and learn its history from your guide.
- Winter is a popular season, so book ahead.
Inside the archaeological zone
Frequently asked questions
How far is Chichén Itzá from Cancún? It is roughly a 2.5-hour drive each way. With hotel pickups, our tour arrives around 9:30 AM.
Is it suitable for children? The tour is rated easy. Children up to 12 have a reduced price.
Can I book from Canada? Yes, book on our website or message us on WhatsApp at +52 998 130 1518.
Also planning more of the Yucatán? Take a look at our Cobá, Tulum & Cenote tour — a full day combining the climbable Cobá pyramid with the Tulum ruins and a cenote swim — or our Tulum Cavern & Cenote tour for an unforgettable underground swim.
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Aleman Travel Agency
Local travel designers in Cancún. Tours, hotels and transfers across the Riviera Maya.