Small Group with early access to Chichen Itza, Ekbalam and Cenote
Overview
As if getting early access to Chichen Itza—one of the New 7 Wonders of the World—wasn’t enough, this small-group tour from Playa del Carmen also includes Ek Balam, another major Mayan archeological site, and a cooling dip in a cenote. Add to that a freshly prepared regional lunch and you’ve got the ultimate cultural day out in Mexico
What's Included
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Early access to Chichen Itza
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Profesional guide speaking 100x100 English
- All visits guided
- Chichen Itza and Ekbalam State taxes, must be paid at the travel date in Mexican Pesos Cash
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “Playa del Carmen Departure”.
We provide pick up service in most hotels. If your hotel does not have a pick up service, we will give you the nearest meeting point.Pick up place is at your hotel lobby or a meeting point if you are in another accommodation.Meeting point for all the customers staying in Tulum Down Town or Tulum Hotel Zone is Super Market Super Aki doors in Tulum City entrance at 07:00 am. We dont provide hotel pick up service in Tulum Area
For the option “Tulum Meeting Point”.
Calle 12 Norte
esquina con Av. 10 Norte, Col. Centro, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Zona Arqueologica de Chichen Itza
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cenote Hubiku
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Zona Arqueológica de Ek Balam
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Total time including the land transportation to the places to visit and come back to your hotel or meeting point is between 12 and 13 hours, depending on the location of your accommodation.
- !! NOT INCLUDED!! Chichen Itza and Ekbalam taxes are 1500 MXN per Adult and 315 MXN per Child under 12 years old. MUST BE PAID AT THE TRAVEL DATE
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group with early access to Chichen Itza, Ekbalam and Cenote?
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Activity code: C-5581153P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Lunch.
- Bottled water.
- Early access to Chichen Itza.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Profesional guide speaking 100x100 English.
- All visits guided.
- Chichen Itza and Ekbalam State taxes, must be paid at the travel date in Mexican Pesos Cash.
The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Small Group with early access to Chichen Itza, Ekbalam and Cenote is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small Group with early access to Chichen Itza, Ekbalam and Cenote will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Early access to Chichen Itza
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Profesional guide speaking 100x100 English
- All visits guided
- Chichen Itza and Ekbalam State taxes, must be paid at the travel date in Mexican Pesos Cash
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Total time including the land transportation to the places to visit and come back to your hotel or meeting point is between 12 and 13 hours, depending on the location of your accommodation.
- !! NOT INCLUDED!! Chichen Itza and Ekbalam taxes are 1500 MXN per Adult and 315 MXN per Child under 12 years old. MUST BE PAID AT THE TRAVEL DATE
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
