9
HOURS
FULL-DAY TOUR
Ek Balam and Cenote with Valladolid
Itinerary
Riviera Maya
Departure
Departure time 7:00 am / 8:00 am
The trip from Riviera Maya (Cancun / Playa del Carmen / Tulum) to Ek Balam will take approximately 2 hours.
Ek Balam
Ek Balam
Guided tour of this ancient Mayan city, which stands out for its monumental Acropolis, sculptural reliefs and finely preserved murals.
Entrance to the Ek Balam Archaeological Zone
Riviera Maya
Arrival
Arrival time 5:00 pm / 6:00 pm
I'm returning to the Riviera Maya to enjoy the beach and the sunset.
Cenote X'Canché
Hidden among the Yucatecan vegetation, the X'Canché cenote reveals itself as a natural water sanctuary, where calm and beauty are perceived from the first moment.
Cenote Entrance
Valladolid
Panoramic tour of the Magical Town of Valladolid. The tour includes a walk along the Calzada de los Frailes, with its pastel-colored facades and its historic center that evokes a colonial past.
Guided tour
Sikil Restaurant
Free time for lunch at our suggested restaurant located in the heart of the Magical Town of Valladolid or at the restaurant of your choice.
Lunch not included
Convent of San Bernardino de Siena
Admire one of the most important Franciscan complexes of the 16th century on a panoramic tour, a symbol of evangelization and the colonial history of Valladolid.
Guided tour
Church of Saint Servatius
Admire the architecture of this church, located opposite the central park, the religious and social heart of the city.
Guided tour
Valladolid
Inclusions
Private transportation
Certified bilingual guide
Entrance to the Ek Balam archaeological zone
Entrance to the cenote
Life jacket
Minibar: Soft drinks
Travel insurance during transportation
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Highlights
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Private transportation: Enjoy the convenience of our door-to-door service, to and from your accommodation.
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Exclusive guide: private tour accompanied by our certified bilingual guides, local hosts and experts in the history and culture of the region.
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Ascent to the Acropolis of Ek Balam: one of the few monumental pyramids that can still be climbed in Mexico. From the top, the jungle stretches as far as the eye can see, offering a sense of immensity and silence that makes this moment one of the most memorable in Yucatán.
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A sanctuary of sacred waters: descend into the mystical world of a cenote surrounded by jungle, where tranquility and a connection with nature are experienced in their purest form.
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Valladolid's colonial charm: discover a Magical Town full of history, colors and colonial architecture.
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Tour at your own pace: flexible itinerary with total freedom, enjoying every space without rushing.
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Carefully designed itinerary to avoid crowds and commercial stops.
Difficulty level: Easy
Monday to Sunday
Overview
We begin with a visit to Ek Balam, immersing you in the ancestral heart of Yucatán through a private experience that intertwines history, nature, and local life. You'll walk among ancient walls, plazas, and reliefs, discovering a city that still echoes with its grandeur and mysticism. The day continues to an open cenote, a natural sanctuary hidden in the jungle, where the water invites you to take a refreshing break in a serene and captivating setting.
The experience continues in an open-type cenote, where the contrast between the stone, the light and the water invites you to refresh and relax your senses.
To end the day, Valladolid presents itself with its serene charm. We stroll through its church, the Sisal neighborhood with its old convent, and take a pleasant and peaceful walk along the Callejón de los Frailes (Friars' Alley), letting its colors, architecture, and unhurried pace accompany a harmonious and memorable finale.
An experience designed to explore without haste, feel deeply and connect with the living soul of Yucatán.
