Private Tour
Private Ek Balam, Cenote & Valladolid tour
Overview
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Ek Balam, the Mayan Gem, means Black Jaguar, it is not very well known however it is one of the most outstanding Mayan cities ever. It has an amazing acropolis that is 90 feet high and 450 feet long and 165 feet wide. In this building you can see some of the greatest mayan carvings.
You are also allowed to climb and enter into most of the buildings like the Palace and Ball court.
Then, you will take bikes to go to a wonderful Cenote with crystal clear waters where you can dive, jump or just swim and relax in its refreshing waters. Finally we are going to visit the beautiful colonial town of Valladolid where you will get to know more of this beautiful country named Mexico.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ek Balam, the Mayan Gem, means Black Jaguar, it is not very well known however it is one of the most outstanding Mayan cities ever. It has an amazing acropolis that is 90 feet high and 450 feet long and 165 feet wide. In this building you can see some of the greatest mayan carvings. You are also allowed to climb and enter into most of the buildings like the Palace and Ball court.
X'Canche Cenote
You will take bikes to go to a wonderful Cenote with crystal clear waters where you can dive, jump or just swim and relax in its refreshing waters.
What‘s Included
BTM Tour Guide English & Spanish
Lunch and Drinks included
All entrance fees included
Toll road fee/for any pick-up in Cancun
Toll road fee/for any pick-up in Playa del Carmen
Pickup points
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Private Ek Balam, Cenote & Valladolid tour
Pickup included
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
¡Muchas gracias, Josh!
476chrissik,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Josh was such an excellent tour guide. We weren’t super excited to have an early ~2 hour drive to Ek Balam until we got in the car and time flew because we had such a great time talking with him. He was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and supportive, and made learning about Mexico, Ek Balam, cenotes, and Mayan history both fun and meaningful. After Ek Balam we visited Cenote X'Canché and a beautiful Mayan home for lunch 🐝 Highly suggest a tour with him! Also grateful to him for teaching us some Spanish. La leche entera 😁
Best tour guide ever - Josh
A C,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are a family of four (all adults) that booked the Ek-Balam tour. Definitely a must do experience - fewer crowds than Chichen Itza and more interactive (can climb the structures and walk into rooms). The cenote was beautiful and the lunch at the Mayan village was delicious. Some unique experiences included sampling traditional chocolate and seeing the stingless bees. A great experience made even better by our tour guide Josh. He was so genuinely kind, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor. We have traveled to Mexico a few times and used different companies (and they were all nice) but Boutique Tours Mexico was by far the best. Because it is private, you don't feel rushed like you might on a group tour and they will adjust the excursion to your wants. Plus Josh is our favorite tour guide ever!
Great Experience & Great Tour Guide!
B6117MLmichaelb,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Josh was an excellent driver, tour guide, and conversationalist! He had many interesting stories, and he was very knowledgeable about the history of the sites we visited and kept us entertained throughout the whole day! The entire family had a wonderful experience, and we highly recommend Boutique Tours Mexico! If Josh is your guide, you won't be disappointed!!!
Josh is the Best.
brentbI6191EA,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Josh was very interesting and funny. He was very nice and a great person to be around. He's one of those people you really want to be friends with. A great tour guide and the best one I have had in Tulum, Mexico.
Best tour guide in Tulum!
yazminp860,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Caleb was absolutely amazing! He took us on an incredible tour of the Tulum ruins and Chichen Itza, and the whole experience was truly one of a kind. The views, the history, and the stories he shared made everything come to life. You can really tell he loves what he does. We had such a great time — thank you, Caleb, for making our trip unforgettable! Also, our driver Yuri took great care of us.
Cenote Tour
Pioneer19165801293,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved this tour! Both cenotes were beautiful. Best of both worlds with one cenote in the sun and the second underground! It was a once in a lifetime experience! Thank you! 😊
Getaway with spouse
karirX2708RY,,Jun 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0010/10 recommend this tour company. They knew what times we should go for less crowds, super knowledgeable and fun. Can’t wait to bring my kids back
Private Cenote and Ruins Tour
Navigator59624560995,,Feb 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing private tour. Leo was fantastic highly recommend doing any tour with him!!! Very personable and accommodating. Cenotes were hidden gems so very small crowds if any! Tour of the ruins were unbelievable. Can not recommend this enough!
An insider experience of ruins, cenotes and culture
Freedom12470545681,,Oct 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I had an absolutely amazing time touring Ek Balam, swimming in cenotes off the beaten path, and experience Mayan culture and food. Our guide Homer was exceptional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He gave us an amazing tour of the ruins, explaining the various architectural elements, the symbolism, and significance of each building. He even addressed questions about flora and fauna of the region, highlighting the different plants and animals we saw along the way. Homer took us to two cenotes that felt like the best kept secrets of the region, with one featuring massive natural stalagmites and the other a beautiful blue pool illuminated by the sunlight with diving platforms and seating in the water. We had an exceptional lunch with Pedro, enjoyed honey raised on the property and learned more about the blend of modern and ancient Mayan culture. Homer was an amazing guide and we will 100% be using BTM on our next trip.
Amazing time.
289arturoq,,Sep 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. Salvador was great. Private tour through the Mayan ruins and Cenotes was the highlight of our trip.
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