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Ek Balam, Mayan Cenote and Valladolid 6-Hour Day Trip from Playa del Carmen
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Ek Balam, Mayan Cenote and Valladolid 6-Hour Day Trip from Playa del Carmen

by Cancun Adventures

6 hours
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6 hours
Starting time
Friday 9 October 2026
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Free cancellation until 8 Oct 2026.
$286.20$318Save 10%
2 adults × $143.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This about 6-hour bus tour begins with a visit to Ek Balam, a well-preserved Mayan archaeological site hidden in the Yucatan jungle. The guide explains the Mayan culture, points out important structures, and describes the glyphs on the walls. You can climb the Acropolis temple, the tallest at the site, where on clear days you can see the pyramids of Cobá and Chichén Itzá. Next, the tour includes a welcome Shaman ceremony, an obsidian workshop, and tastings of mezcal and tequila. You’ll also have time to swim in a natural open-air cenote to cool off before lunch. The meal includes typical regional dishes. The final stop is the colonial city of Valladolid. Here, you can walk among pastel-colored buildings and visit historic churches that show the city’s blend of art and architecture. Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Riviera Maya or Cancun is included on specific days, along with soft drinks, a face towel, umbrellas, and a bilingual professional guide.

Highlights

Visit Ek Balam archaeological site with bilingual guide
Climb the Acropolis temple with views to Cobá and Chichén Itzá
Attend Shaman ceremony and obsidian workshop
Swim in a natural open-air cenote
Lunch with regional dishes included
Explore colonial Valladolid’s pastel buildings and churches

What's included

Soft drinks during the tour
Face towel for use during activities
Professional bilingual guide who provides commentary
Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Riviera Maya on Thursdays and Sundays
Regional lunch with typical dishes
Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun on Fridays only
Box lunch alternative when selected
Umbrellas provided for sun or rain protection

What's not included

Gratuities for guide and driver
Entrance fees to Ek Balam and other sites

Itinerary

1

Ek Balam Archaeological Site

Spend about 2 hours at Ek Balam, a Mayan city hidden in the Yucatan jungle. The guide explains the Mayan culture, the main structures, and the glyphs on the walls. You can climb the Acropolis, the tallest temple, which offers views of Cobá and Chichén Itzá pyramids on clear days.

120 min

2

Mayan Ceremony, Cenote and Lunch

This stop lasts about 2.5 hours and includes a welcome Shaman ceremony, an obsidian workshop, and tasting of mezcal and tequila. You can swim in an open-air cenote nearby before enjoying a regional lunch.

150 min

3

Valladolid

Spend about 30 minutes in Valladolid, a colonial city known for its pastel-colored buildings and historic churches that display local art and architecture.

30 min

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Pickup times vary depending on the hotel location.
Guests must be reasonably fit and able to swim to participate.
Participants must be at least 3.9 feet (1.20 meters) tall.
GoPro cameras, tablets, and selfie sticks require fees paid onsite at Ek Balam; professional cameras and drones are prohibited.
A $35 USD entrance fee to Ek Balam is payable directly at the site.
This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Minimum age to join is 6 years old.
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