Private Tour
Chichen Itza VIP Private Tour – Skip-the-Line – Express
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Experience Chichen Itza, 7th wonder of the world, with an exclusive certified private guide.
Start your day with an early private pickup, letting you arrive at Chichen Itza before the crowds and the heat.
Your private driver will take you straight from your hotel to the site, while your certified guide greets you with tickets in hand—no waiting in line, just effortless entry.
Once inside, enjoy a complete exploration of this ancient wonder. From the iconic Kukulkan pyramid and the Great Ball Court to the sacred cenote, observatory, and other fascinating structures, your guide will bring Mayan history to life with captivating stories and insights.
You’ll also enjoy free time to browse for souvenirs inside the site.
This option is ideal for travelers who want to focus solely on Chichen Itza, with no extra stops—just a seamless, private journey to one of the world’s most iconic archaeological wonders.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Water in the cooler of the van
Entrance fees to Chichen Itza ruins
All taxes and commissions
Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or Airbnb by private air-conditioned minivan
Certified, experienced and dedicated private guide
Toll road to Chichen Itza (when applicable from your hotel or Airbnb)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Chichen Itza
Avoid the rush and be the first to explore Chichen Itza! You'll be picked up early in the morning to ensure you arrive at the site right when it opens. With your private guide, you'll have skip-the-line tickets, giving you priority entrance. Not only will you get to be one of the first to enter, but you'll also beat the heat while exploring. You'll enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the Chichen Itza site with a private certified guide. And if you'd like, you'll even have some free time to browse and shop for souvenirs. The 8-hour tour includes private transportation from your hotel, a guided tour of Chichen Itza, and transportation back. Get ready for an incredible adventure packed with history and wonder!
Options
Private Van 2
Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 6:15am pick up to avoid crowds and heat.
Pickup included
Private Van 3
Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 6:15am pick up to avoid crowds and heat.
Pickup included
Reviews
62 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect day
571avran,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Josh and Rodrigo were absolutely wonderful. They went above and beyond to take care of my whole family from 4-74. We got there early enough to beat the crowds. We also experienced a cenote and stopped for a wonderful Mayan lunch. Highly recommend.
Can’t think of a better way to see Chichen Itza
850pennyl,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the best tour with Alex. He was super knowledgeable, loved that he told us a load of info during the journey which made it fly by and meant we could get straight to the good bits and out of the sun (and rain) when we got there. Hotel pick up was smooth, tour was the exact right length and we were given the option a few times to stay longer or move on
Absolutely superior!!
321dallass,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely superior! Took great care of aging parents and really knew the history. Spoke the languages very well. Friendly, personable, great storyteller. Thanks Arturo!
Excellent insightful tour
Seb-D-87,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great private visit around the splendid Mayan site, arriving just before it opens so we were first around the site.
Amazing Experience
948mahak,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Arturo and Rodrigo were absolutely wonderful—so accommodating and genuinely amazing guides. They went above and beyond to take care of my whole family, making sure every detail was handled with care. Their professionalism, kindness, and excellent service truly made our experience unforgettable. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an outstanding and stress-free experience.
Private tour of Chichen Itza for Joshua and Rodrigo
Sightseer34972722907,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the pleasure of Joshua (our guide) and Rodrigo’s (our driver) company for you half day tour of Chichen Itza and lunch in Valladolid. It was an early start but it was 2+ hours from our hotel so that was just fine. Rodrigo was excellent and got us there safe and sound and was punctual when it came to picking us up afterwards. Joshua was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable. He was also great company at lunch. Can’t recommend these two guys enough so please request them if you are lucky enough to go and see Chichen Itza. The place itself speaks for itself and is well worth the trip :)
Excellent Tour to Chichén Itzá
E7833LQsimonh,
Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked a private tour to Chichén Itzá with Absolute Adventures from our hotel in Playa del Carmen and it was a highlight of our holiday. Booking was straightforward, and communication beforehand was excellent with quick responses to queries and helpful updates. Our guide Josh was outstanding. He was knowledgeable, thoughtful and always checking to make sure we were comfortable. Given how hot it was, he sought to give parts of the tour in the shade where he could and took some great family photos for us. Our driver Enrique was punctual, professional and drove us safely in a comfortable, air-conditioned van stocked with cold drinks. A great tour. Would highly recommend.
Chichen itzu express
bryansA9302FX,
Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time, tour guide and driver done a wonderful job! This is the only way to go. Don’t have to worry about anything they took care of everything for you.
Amazing experience!
Z5734NCrachelt,
Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing! Tour guides were the best, so informative and kind. We had Christina and Rodri and they taught us so much. Would definitely recommend!
10/10 recommend
shaylynh2024,
May 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was absolutely amazing! Our tour guide took great care of us! Would highly recommend! Was very knowledgeable and took our pictures!
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