VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the ruins at Chichen Itza and Ek Balam and get the chance to swim in a freshwater cenote with this private tour from Playa del Carmen. You'll head out to Chichen Itza bright and early to help you avoid the crowds, where you'll have a guided tour followed by free time. You'll also visit the Ek Balam ruins, climb its pyramid and the Oxman cenote, with a stop in Valladolid for an included lunch.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Chichen Itza
Arrive EARLY, AVOID the crowds and have this MAGIC place to yourself.
Ek Balam
Discover this rich archeological site and climb its pyramid
Options
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Food included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Beverages at lunch
Tips
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ready to book our trip again to Mexico!
nigela860,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carlos was very knowledgeable about all the tourist sites we visited, especially Ek Balam and Cenote Oxman. He shared many interesting stories about the Mayan culture and history which made the tour even more enjoyable. He was also very friendly and kind especially to my son which we truly appreciated. Carlos escorted us from the Xcaret hotel to our hotel in Cancun with the tourist spots conveniently included along the way. What also made the experience special was how well he planned the timing of our visits. It felt like the places were reserved just for us because he knew exactly when to arrive before other groups came in. Overall, it was a smooth, fun, and memorable experience thanks to Carlos.
Master Guide & Unmatched Expertise: The Ultimate Mayan Excursion
Brenda H,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our day-long excursion was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, the transportation was seamless, but the true highlight was our guide, Eric. As a historian, Eric’s deep expertise in Mayan culture—spanning the language, history, and its relevance to modern life—was incredibly impressive. He didn't just state facts; he brought the landscapes and sites like Chichen Itza and Ek Balam to life with vivid storytelling. Between the awe-inspiring ruins, a refreshing cenote swim, and a delicious local lunch, the day was perfectly paced. Eric’s passion, energy (even dancing!), and knowledge were contagious, leaving us inspired to learn even more about this incredible culture. Highly recommended!
Wonderful
Kathryn L,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great site to see the pyramids. Our guide Eric was great. I would recommend him. He was knowledgeable and on time Be prepared for the heat and wear sensible shoes.
Excellent Tour, Fabulous Guide
Christy W,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Eric took us on an unforgettable journey to Chichén Itzá, Ek Balam, lunch in Valladolid, and a refreshing swim in a cenote. As a former history teacher, he was an exceptional guide—engaging, insightful, and incredibly knowledgeable. He brought the ancient sites to life with fascinating stories and context that we would have missed on our own. Our family of four loved the private experience, and we came away with memories that will last a lifetime. Highly recommend!
Great day exploring Mayan ruins
O2104ZWchristianec,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Oscar was a great driver and tour guide. He was knowledgeable and tailored well to his audience. I appreciated the ability to customize the private tour and modify the itinerary as desired!
This is a long day, but...
Julie S,May 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a long day, but so worth it! Our tour guide, Antonio, was so knowledgeable and funny! We learned so much. Because this is a private tour, you get to go at your own pace. You can spend more time at one location, and less at another. Antonio had great recommendations for lunch and everything was so good! We had a great time and would definitely recommend.
10/10 trip and our tour guide Oscar made it memorable book him
accessandsecurity,Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic trip, Oscar was very knowledgeable and made our visit to both sites memorable. I can highly recommend this guy for a trip; we chose the private vip tour to save the time waiting for other travelers, if your budget allows it I would suggest doing the private tour, it’s more personal and we had full attention of our amazing guide all day. Thank you for making our trip a success
Great company
DenfromUS,Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a custom private tour of Chichen Itza and two cenotes. Those guys are great and very accommodating. Damian, Fernanda and Isaak were great! You will not regret if you book with this company. Avoid all tourist trap, see more than with a group tour and arrive to your hotel earlier to be ready for a next day! No hidden fees were charged
Private tour is the way to go!
kjohnsonp1p,Feb 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.001000% worth the private experience! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable as he also works as a high school history teacher. Our driver was very skilled and knowledgeable of the area. My wife and I had a great time!
Awesome excursion
TripTip1212,Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We greatly enjoyed our all day excursion with Abraham. He has deep knowledge about Mayan history and architecture. He also had images on an iPad to show us what the ruins looked like painted and how the sun hits Chichen Itza at certain times of the day and year. Additionally, he is an excellent photographer and captured some fantastic pictures of us in front of the ruins. He gave us awesome recommendations for lunch, which was delicious! We loved getting to the ruins early in the day before the crowds and heat of midday. Highly recommend this tour.
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