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Chichen Itza VIP Private Tour – Skip-the-Line – Express

5.0(82 reviews)Playa del Carmen, MexicoOperated by Absolute Adventure Mexico
  • Duration8 hours – 9 hours
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

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.

What to expect

8 hours – 9 hours1 stopsPrivate tour

  1. Chichen Itza

    Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico

    8 hours

    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!

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations892

The operator lists 892 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Balkon Boutique HotelAv 10, Between Calle 60 & 62, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Ophelia Tulum HotelAv. Juanek esq. Consejo Ciudadano S/N, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Gardenia CollectiveM27 L9 Calle Sol Oriente, Escorpion Sur, Downtown, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • MAYA Apartments TulumQroo 15, Carretera Tulum Boca Paila 9.7 Km, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Quinta SeaPlaya del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach ClubCalle Itzimina, Av. Kukulkan Esq, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • El Cozumeleno Beach ResortPlaya Santa Pilar KM 4.5, Zona Hotelera Nte., Quintana Roo, 77613, Mexico
  • Hotel Casa Bahia Cozumel - Adults Only3 Sur 299, between Avenida Rafael Melgar and 5th Avenida Sur, Quintana Roo, 77600, Mexico
  • Orchid House TulumCalle Kinich Nah, Aldea Zama, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Suites at Mayan Palace Vidanta Resort Riviera MayaSuites at Mayan Palace Vidanta Resort Riviera Maya Carretera Federal Cancun - Riviera Maya Km. 48, Playa Paraiso, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • OYO Hotel Playa Del CarmenCentro M 9 L 6 Av. Juarez, Av. 10 y 15 Nte, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 077710, Mexico
  • Villas Sirenas TulumQroo 15, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Las PalapasAv 34 Norte Sn Entre 5A Av Y Zona Federal Maritima, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • The reer coco beachAvenida Luis Donaldo Colosio 7, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77728, Mexico
  • Xperience TulumC.8 77780, Sur La Veleta, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • 5th Ave Playa Del CarmenCalle 6 Nte, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Lumilek TulumCarretera Tulum, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Villas Alex TulumKm 8.5 Carraterra Boca Pila, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
  • Hotel Tropical Casa BlancaAvenida 1, Norte SN, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77720, Mexico
  • Ocean Riviera Paradise, Riviera MayaCrta. Federal Cancun Chetumal, km 296 Manzana 020 Lote 007-1,, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Emma Apartments - Akumal-Grand SirenisRetorno Xaac Manzana 21 Lote 136, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77734, Mexico
  • 5th Avenue Sol Del Caribe Apart Hotel By BFH5ta. Avenida, Entre Calle 4 y 6, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • KoomCalle 9 Bis Poniente s/n, Supermanzana 15, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Hotel Chiibal UhCalle 35 Norte, Between Calle 6 & Calle 8, Cancun, Quintana Roo, 77513, Mexico
  • Magic Xcacel TulumAvenida Balche Manzana 8 Lote 11 y 12, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77776, Mexico
  • Hotel Morgana by Iter Sensibus10th Ave & 38th St, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Excel Sense Playacar Boutique HotelPaseo Xaman Ha Manzana 16 Lote 16 Plaza Maya Pakal, Playa Car Fase 2, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77717, Mexico
  • Hotel V1010 Avenida Nte., Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77728, Mexico
  • Hotel Plaza NardosPlaya del Carmen, C. 10 Nte. 1, Centro, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • "Centro de la Ciudad" Hotel ElevenCalle 20, 30 Avenida Norte y Gonzalo Guerrero Hotel Eleven, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77720, Mexico
  • Hotel Cacao SpaCalle 4 norte Entre Melgar Y 5 av, San Miguel de Cozumel, Quintana Roo, 77668, Mexico
  • Sunscape Akumal Beach Resort & Spa - All InclusiveCarr. Cancun Km 252, Gran Bahia Principe, Quintana Roo, 77780, Mexico
  • Alta Vista Tulum Hotel & Beach ClubCarretera Federal Chetumal-Cancun km 243, Tulum, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Numa Hotel BoutiqueCalle 70 Norte Y Av 10, Colosio, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77728, Mexico
  • Vida Playa SuitesCalle 30 Norte Entre Avenidas 25 Y 30 Sn, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • White Sand PlayaAvenida 10 Norte Lote 7-2, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Casa GitanoCarretera Tulum-Bocapaila Km 9.5, Tulum Beach, Quintana Roo, 77760, Mexico
  • Areia Playa del Carmen-Beach front HotelCalle 2 Norte Entre 5ta Avenida y Playa, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Hostal CASA MX quinta avenidaC. 16 Nte. Bis, Manzana 27, Centro, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • Hotel Papagayo15 Avenida Nte 153, Centro, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

We pick up from all hotels - rentals located from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. An additional pick-up fee will be due to the guide on the day of the tour if you are staying north of Playa del Carmen (USD 30), Puerto Morelos (USD 45) or Cancun (USD 90). If condo or house rental, we require the full name and address of the place, sharing location via phone upon arrival is requested. For the best experience, we advise choosing a pick-up time of 6:00 am. This will allow you to avoid both the crowds and the heat, ensuring a more enjoyable outing. No shows applies 15 minutes after confirmed pick up time.

Redemption

You must provide the tour operator with your hotel room number no later than 4pm the day before the tour, otherwise the tour will be cancelled. Without your room number, they will not be able to pick you up at your hotel. In case of late check in let us know and we will wait for your room number. In case on condo/bnb sharing your location via whatsapp is mandatory. What to bring with you: - Comfortable shoes/clothing - Hat/sunglasses - Sunscreen & mosquito repellent - Cash (tips/souvenirs) - Ruins: In case you bring a go pro camera, a video camera or a phone with a selfie stick, there is a 60 pesos per device charged at the entrance of each archeological site, to be paid in pesos (INAH tax) - Drones and tripods for video/cameras are forbidden. The tour can not be customized. No show will apply 15 minutes after the confirmed pick up time.

What's included

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)

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 14 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–2), Child (3–11), Adult (12–75)

Languages

Guide
English, Spanish

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 4 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
America/Cancun
Product code
12011P46

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 582 reviews
  • 582

Ratings aggregated from Viator (2) and Tripadvisor (80).

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