For history lovers: start at Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders, before the crowds, then continue to Ek Balam — the "Black Jaguar" city, quieter and with an Acropolis you can still climb. Two very different sites, one private guide.
What's included
Private round-trip transport, a certified English-speaking guide and the entrance fees to both Chichén Itzá and Ek Balam. Cold water all day.
✓ Certified archaeological guide
✓ English-speaking driver
✓ Chichén Itzá entrance fee
✓ Ek Balam entrance fee
✓ Fastest toll-highway route
✓ Passenger insurance
✓ Free time at both sites
✓ Cold bottled water all day
Your day, hour by hour
A full day of Maya history — the most famous pyramid in the morning, the jungle city in the afternoon.
Hotel pickup & road trip
Your guide picks you up and takes the fastest toll highway.
Chichén Itzá
Arrive among the first visitors and explore El Castillo and the great ball court.
Ek Balam
Continue to Ek Balam and climb the Acropolis for views over the jungle.
Drive back
Head back to your hotel, with an optional lunch stop on the way.
Pickup & departure cities
We offer private hotel pickup from Cancún, Playa Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Akumal, Tulum and anywhere in the Riviera Maya. Duration and the suggested pickup time depend on where you are staying — your guide tailors the departure time to your hotel.
Pickup area
Suggested pickup
Duration
Playa & Costa Mujeres
6:30 AM
10–12 h
Cancún
6:30 AM
10–11 h
Riviera Maya
6:30 AM
10–11 h
Playa del Carmen
6:30 AM
10–11 h
Akumal
6:30 AM
10–11 h
Tulum
6:30 AM
10–11 h
Exact times depend on you — everything happens at your own pace — and can vary with traffic and whether you stop for lunch.
Why book a private tour
On a private tour the day moves at your pace. You skip the long waits, get personal attention, stop for the photos you want and travel only with your own group. For families, couples and small groups, it's the difference between seeing two Maya cities and truly experiencing them. Rated 5.0 by 3,500+ travelers on TripAdvisor.
Full price list
Group size
Price per person
2 adults
$400 USD
3 adults
$350 USD
4 adults
$300 USD
5–7 adults
$275 USD
8–10 adults
$250 USD
Kids (3–10): $150 USD each · Babies (0–2): $25 USD · All federal & state taxes included
Good to know
✓ What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat & sunglasses
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- A big smile
✕ Not included
- Lunch (optional stop)
- Souvenirs
- Tips (optional)
Frequently asked questions
“How long is the Chichén Itzá & Ek Balam private tour?”
Around 10–11 hours door to door (10–12 h from Playa & Costa Mujeres).
“What time is hotel pickup?”
Around 6:30 a.m., adjusted to your location.
“What is included in the price?”
Private transport, your certified guide and both entrance fees.
“Is this a private or a shared tour?”
100% private — only your group, with your own guide and vehicle.
“Do I need to pay a deposit?”
No. You reserve online and pay on the day of your tour in cash (USD or MXN), card, PayPal or Zelle.