RIVIERA MAYA · DAY TRIP
The Riviera Maya’s best days out.
The 15 most popular valladolid tours around Playa del Carmen. The ones worth booking ahead, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Chichén Itzá, Cenote Saamal, and Valladolid in one long day with guides, lunch, and round-trip transport from Playa del Carmen.
Most Popular“Fantastic from start to finish. Eduardo and Hugo were fantastic all day. The sites were stunning, pick up was convenient, it was a great experience.”
Guided Chichén Itzá, a cenote swim at Chichikan, and a Valladolid stop in one long day with transport, entrances, and tequila tasting.
Long day from Playa del Carmen with Chichén Itzá, a Mayan food show, the blue NoolHa cenote plus zip line, and Valladolid.
“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…”
Early trip from Playa del Carmen to guided Chichén Itzá, Sacred Cenote swimming, quick Valladolid, plus lunch and transport for a budget value.
“Charged more than what the receipt showed. My booking, 1719747779. I was charged $189 (Canadian) when I booked the trip on Victor. But but was charged another 210$ on the actual day of the trip on the bus. The ticket receipt said I had to pay some taxes only when I booked but when I…”
Private Chichén Itzá, Suytún cenote swim, Valladolid and lunch from Playa del Carmen. English guide, early entry, all fees included.
“Excellent! Josh and Quan were great! Josh was very knowledge on the Mexican history and the Mayan people. The cenote was breathtaking and definitely the highlight for the kids. Highly recommended! We went with our kids ages 5-14 and everyone loved it.”
Guided Chichén Itzá from Playa del Carmen with cenote swim, buffet lunch, tequila tasting, and a quick Valladolid stroll.
“Paul was brilliant & very knowledgeable. Driver Ivan made us feel very safe & comfortable. The only downside is it’s a long day but it’s out of there control of course. We was also told soft drinks would be included in the price but when we arrived at the Cenote after a scorching day we…”
Swim a crystal cenote, get guided time at Chichén Itzá, and stop in Valladolid on a long but well-paced Yucatán day trip.
“Amazing experience!! Our tour guide Gaby was fun and had good information about the places! Chiczen Itza was a best archaeological site to visit. Kids gad had great experience swimming in the cenote”
12-hour Riviera Maya tour to Chichén Itzá, cenote swim, and Valladolid, with guided ruins, lunch buffet, and tequila tasting.
“An absolutely incredible day! Both guides Juam and Bertio spoke excellent English, were funny, engaging, helpful, and especially kind to my party as I was traveling alone with two children age 15 and 8, It was a long hot day, but they did everything they could to make us relaxed and comfortable, and the whole…”
Private day trip from Playa del Carmen to Chichen Itza, Cenote Oxman, and Valladolid with early pickup, a guide, and clear pricing.
“This was a full day adventure to chitzenitsen a cenote and the city of Vallioid. Our guide. Jessica was knowledgeable and friendly beyond belief. She made the experience meaningful and fun. I cannot recommend this journey enough.”
Ek Balam ruins, a refreshing Yalcobá cenote swim plus tastings, and a short Valladolid stop with pickup, lunch, and a small-group guide.
“We had an amazing time on the tour to Ek Balam, the Mayan cenote, and Valladolid! The entire day was well organized, and each stop offered something unique and memorable. Ricardo, our tour guide, was absolutely wonderful. He was very knowledgeable about Mayan history, culture, and archaeology. He explained everything with such passion and clarity,…”
A private early-start day trip from Playa del Carmen to Chichén Itzá, swim in a sacred cenote, and explore Valladolid with a certified guide.
“Dulce and Carlos made this one of the most memorable vacations. Dulce made our experience one of the best with her knowledge of Chichén Itza and the Oxman Cenote. The two made us feel like VIP’s. Carlos was the perfect driver! We will definitely book again!!”
Chichén Itzá, Cenote Saamal swim time, Mayan buffet, and Valladolid in one long day from Playa del Carmen, with hotel pickup.
“The ruins are no longer able to be walked into due to people vandalizeding and stealing jewels from artifacts. On the return home late at nine, it was pouring down rain the bus driver could have dropped us in front of the hotel, but said that there was barriers . There were no barriers, we…”
Private day from Playa del Carmen to Chichén Itzá, Cenote Oxman swim, and lunch in Valladolid with an early start and English guide.
“Amazing day, thank you Jessica and Dennis. Jessica is sooo knowledgeable about Mayan culture that she brought Chichenitza alive! Got there lovely and early before crowds arrived then the family had a swim in the cenote which was so peaceful. Lovely meal afterwards. Great day, easy, flowed well and back at hotel in time for…”
Private early Chichén Itzá tour with cenote swim and Valladolid. Expert guide, lunch, snacks, and a beat-the-crowds start.
“If you are looking for more than just a tour guide, Sabino is your man. He is a true historian whose passion for the region transformed our trip into a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Booking with him is like visiting a local friend who has the 'insider details' to make you feel like a VIP.”
Private early access to Chichén Itzá plus Valladolid colonial lunch, with hotel pickup, skip-the-line entry, and a guided ruins tour.
“The main reason we travel is to learn and appreciate cultures that are different from ours. Our guide, Juan, provided us with wonderful insights during our visit to Chichén Itzá. He was very passionate about teaching us about the Maya civilization as he competently answered all of our questions. We were never bored, which is…”
The cenotes, the ruins, the reef — and every road out along the Riviera Maya.
