Luxury Chichen Itza Tour with Hacienda Lunch
From $337 per person · Private · 11 to 12.5 hours
At 6 guests; $2,019 per group. Two guests: $1,369 for the group. Published group tiers; confirm pickup availability.
Included: Premium vehicle, archaeologist guide, entrance, cenote and hacienda lunch with one drink.
Not included: Tips, souvenirs, ferry tickets, extra food and drinks, and optional add-ons.
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Our luxury Chichen Itza tour is a private day for 2 to 6 guests. You travel in a premium vehicle, tour the ruins with an archaeologist guide and enjoy a gourmet hacienda lunch. Two guests pay $1,369 for the group.
The price also covers entrance and a curated cenote. Gratuities and souvenirs are extra.
- Price
- $1,369 for two; from $337 per person at 6
- Day length
- About 11 to 12.5 hours door to door from Cancun
- Group
- Private, up to 6 guests
- Pickup
- Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum or the Riviera Maya; Merida on request
- Guide
- Archaeologist guide; English or Spanish
Chichen Itza is one hour behind Cancun; times below say which clock they use.
By Maya Explorer Tours editorial team · Last updated
Luxury Chichen Itza tour prices
The luxury day costs $1,369 for two guests, about $685 each. Groups of five or six pay $2,019, from $337 per person.
| Travelers | Total for group | About per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $1,369 | $685 |
| 3 | $1,599 | $533 |
| 4 | $1,599 | $400 |
| 5 | $2,019 | $404 |
| 6 | $2,019 | $337 |
Group totals step up at three and five travelers. Three or four guests pay $1,599. About per person is the total divided by your travelers, rounded to the nearest dollar.
These prices apply from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and the Riviera Maya. Merida needs its own quote, and so do groups larger than six.
What makes the luxury tour different
The luxury day adds hospitality to privacy: a premium vehicle, an archaeologist guide and a gourmet hacienda lunch.
- An archaeologist guide walks Chichen Itza with your group only.
- Welcome drink and premium refreshments
- A gourmet lunch at a restored colonial hacienda.
- A curated cenote with changing facilities.
- Up to six guests, so the day stays relaxed.
Your group visits Chichen Itza alongside other visitors; private guiding does not mean the site is closed to others.
Private and luxury tours are customizable. Your itinerary, pickup time and schedule can be adjusted to your group's pace.
What's included in the luxury day
Your price covers the whole day for your group, from hotel pickup to drop-off.
- Premium private vehicle with driver, fuel, tolls and parking
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Archaeologist guide at Chichen Itza
- Chichen Itza entrance tickets, state and federal
- One curated cenote with entrance and life jacket
- Gourmet hacienda lunch with one drink
- Welcome drink and premium refreshments
- Bottled water and snacks are included in all private vehicles.
- All applicable taxes
- An itinerary planned around your group
No hidden costs on private tours. You don't need separate entrance tickets. For site hours, see our entrance fees and opening hours guide.
Not included
- Ek Balam or other ruins
- Ferry tickets from Cozumel or Isla Mujeres
- A professional photo package (optional add-on)
- Souvenirs
- Extra food and drinks beyond the included meal and refreshments
- Same-day extensions, charged separately
Gratuities are not included on the luxury and Ek Balam tours.
Luxury day plan from Cancun
A typical luxury day starts with hotel pickup at 6:30 a.m. (Cancun time). Traffic can change these times, and entry queues can delay the start.
6:30 a.m. (Cancun time): Private pickup with a welcome drink
Your vehicle collects you with a chilled drink. The drive from Cancun takes about 2.5 hours.
8:00 to 8:30 a.m. (Chichen Itza time): Chichen Itza with your archaeologist guide
Walk El Castillo, the Great Ball Court and the carvings with your group only. There is time for all your questions.
11:30 a.m. (Chichen Itza time): Gourmet hacienda lunch
Enjoy regional dishes at a restored colonial hacienda, a calm break from the midday heat.
1:15 p.m. (Chichen Itza time): Curated cenote swim
Swim in the cenote confirmed in your booking, with changing facilities and life jackets. Crowd levels vary by day.
2:45 p.m. (Chichen Itza time): Optional Valladolid stop
Take a relaxed hour around the main square and streets, or skip it and head back.
5:30 to 7:00 p.m. (Cancun time): Back at your hotel
The drive from Valladolid takes about two hours. Your return depends on your pickup city and your stops.
Allow about 11 to 12.5 hours door to door from Cancun. Return times are estimates.
The Temple of the Warriors on your guided walk
Hacienda lunch and cenote swim
Lunch is at a restored colonial hacienda on the Chichen Itza route, and we name the property when you book.
Ask us for the hacienda and cenote names before you pay if they shape your choice. Share allergies and dietary needs early, and we check what the kitchen can serve.
The cenote has changing facilities, and life jackets are included. Tell us if someone doesn't swim or can't manage steps, and we check whether the cenote suits them.
Valladolid is optional. Skipping it can shorten the day, while a longer visit means a later return.
Rules at the site
Not allowed at Chichen Itza: cigarettes and vapes, drones, country or team flags and company signs, toys, drugs, speakers, glass bottles, backpacks, and laser pointers. Climbing the temples is not allowed. Pets are not allowed; medical or emotional-support animals need arrangements days before the tour. Site rules can change; confirm on the day.
Is a luxury Chichen Itza tour worth it?
The luxury tour is worth it if you value a premium vehicle, an archaeologist guide and a fine lunch as much as privacy.
It suits couples, honeymooners, families and celebration trips. If a hacienda lunch and premium vehicle are not priorities, the standard private tour costs less.
Honeymoons, birthdays and other occasions
Mention your occasion when you ask. We tell you which extras we can arrange and what they cost before you book.
Special touches are confirmed one by one, not included with every booking on the luxury tour.
Compare other ways to visit
Private: your own vehicle, guide and pace. Shared bus: the lowest price and a Valladolid stop. Small group: up to 12 guests and a morning visit, without Valladolid.
Other private Chichen Itza tours
Couples, families and friends who want their own vehicle and guide, with time for questions and agreed breaks. Choose this day for flexibility rather than premium hospitality. A shared departure may suit you better if keeping the per-person price down matters more than a private pace.
Active travelers, history lovers and families with older children who want two ruins in one day. Choose a single-site tour if you want a shorter day, less walking or more downtime for young children.
Pickup, Merida and ferry connections
We pick you up at your hotel in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum or the Riviera Maya.
Merida is on request. It needs its own price, itinerary and pickup time.
Staying on Cozumel or Isla Mujeres? A mainland meeting at the ferry terminal may be possible, depending on the sailing and tour schedule. Send your crossing and return times. Ferry tickets are extra, and we agree a plan for a late ferry in writing.
Pickup guides by area
About 2.5 hours direct each way.
Chichen Itza from Playa del Carmen
Allow about 2.5 to 3 hours direct each way.
Hotel and route-specific estimate each way.
Chichen Itza from Riviera Maya
Depends on the resort and collection route each way.
About 1.5 hours is a planning estimate; confirm route each way.
Kids, access and safety
Children are welcome on the luxury day.
Private tours use insured vehicles, a licensed guide and driver, seat belts and child seats.
Travelling with a stroller or wheelchair? Tell us your requirements when you book and we arrange the tour around them. Tell us at booking about children's ages, mobility needs, dietary needs or a preferred pickup time, and we arrange the tour around your group.
How to book and pay
Send us your date and hotel on WhatsApp, and we confirm your price before you pay.
- Send your date, exact hotel and the number of adults and children, with children's ages.
- Tell us your guide language, dietary and mobility needs, any ferry connection and your occasion.
- We check availability and confirm the vehicle, guide, venues, pickup and full price. Your inquiry does not reserve the tour.
- Pay in 2 steps: a deposit before the tour to confirm, then the balance on the tour day. Reconfirm pickup the day before.
Agree any route changes and extras before booking. Extending the day costs extra. Have a flight afterward? Share the time, since an estimated return is not a guaranteed connection.
Read the full cancellation policy before you pay.
Why book this luxury tour with us
Tolls, entrance and snacks in the price
Your private price covers tolls, parking, fuel, taxes, Chichen Itza and cenote entrance, bottled water and snacks.
Your route, pickup time and pace
Set them with us when you book, so the day fits your group.
A driver-guide plus a site guide
Your driver also guides you on the road, and a local guide leads each archaeological site.
Insured transport
Local certified guides, archaeologist expertise and insured vehicles on every private tour.
Clear cancellation rules
Cancel 48 hours or more before your tour date for a full refund.
Full quote before you book
Your WhatsApp quote shows the total, pickup time and inclusions before you book.
Luxury Chichen Itza tour FAQ
How much does the luxury day cost for 2 people?
The luxury day costs $1,369 for two guests, about $685 each. Three or four guests pay $1,599 per group, and five or six pay $2,019. These prices apply from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and the Riviera Maya. Merida needs a separate quote.
What does the luxury tour price include?
The price covers the premium vehicle with driver, fuel, tolls, parking and taxes. It also covers an archaeologist guide, Chichen Itza entrance (state and federal), a curated cenote with a life jacket, and a gourmet hacienda lunch with one drink. A welcome drink is included too.
How large can the group be?
The luxury tour is for a private group of up to six guests. That keeps the vehicle comfortable and the guided walk personal. Larger groups can ask us for a custom quote on WhatsApp, and we suggest a vehicle and plan to suit your numbers.
Which vehicle will I get?
Our luxury tour uses a new-model Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van or a premium SUV, sized to your group. The exact vehicle depends on availability. It comes with your private driver. We confirm the vehicle with your quote. Send your group size before booking.
Will I have a guide the whole day?
On private tours, your driver is also a guide. A separate local guide leads your visit at each archaeological site, including Chichen Itza, Ek Balam and Tulum. On this tour, an archaeologist guide leads your Chichen Itza visit, with time for every question.
Is there a minimum group size?
Private tours require a minimum of 2 people, and the price per person generally goes down as your group gets bigger. On the luxury day, two guests pay $1,369 and six pay $2,019 for the group. Larger groups can ask us for a custom quote.
I am traveling alone. What are my options?
A private tour is priced per group with a minimum of 2 people, so a solo traveller pays the 2-person group total. If the budget is tight, a solo traveller can book our small group tour or shared bus tour instead.
Can children join the luxury tour?
Children are welcome on the luxury tour. Infants aged 1 to 3 years are free. Send your children's ages, and we confirm your private-tour quote. We can also plan shorter walks, shade breaks and a calm lunch around younger guests. Tell us what seats or gear you need.
What should we wear and bring?
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat or cap, long sleeves, water shoes, dry clothes for after the cenote, cash for drinks, insect repellent, a towel, and biodegradable sunscreen only; follow each cenote's rules. Bring swimwear for your cenote stop and cash for tips. Ask about ID requirements when you book.
How do I pay?
An advance deposit is required to confirm your booking, and the balance is paid on the day of the tour. We confirm the deposit amount and payment method when you book. Keep your confirmation and reconfirm your pickup the day before.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel 48 hours or more before your tour date for a 100% refund. Cancelling from 24 to under 48 hours before departure gives a 50% refund, and cancelling less than 24 hours before your tour date has no refund. Read our policy.
Ask about a luxury day for your group
Share your date, hotel, group size and priorities. We check availability and send your full quote.