Xichén is part of Grupo Xcaret, the company behind the best-known parks in the Riviera Maya. Here is what to expect if you live in or visit Playa del Carmen.
What it is
Grupo Xcaret’s guided tours to Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders. Versions add a stop in the colonial town of Valladolid, a buffet lunch or a cenote swim.
Where it is
Chichén Itzá, Yucatán, about 2.5 to 3 hours from Playa del Carmen, with hotel pickup. Official website
Highlights
- Guided visit to Chichén Itzá and the Pyramid of Kukulcán
- The Sacred Cenote
- Stop in colonial Valladolid
- Buffet lunch on the Deluxe version
- Cenote swim on the Classic version
Who it suits
Culture and history lovers, first-time visitors and families with older kids.
Practical tips
A long day with early pickup; bring a hat, water and comfortable shoes. Opening days and schedules can change, so confirm on the official site before you go.
Other Xcaret parks and tours
- Xcaret guide
- Xel-Há guide
- Xplor guide
- Xplor Fuego guide
- Xenses guide
- Xoxi Cancún (formerly Xoximilco) guide
- Xenotes guide
- Tulum Tour by Xcaret guide
- ATV Xperience by Xcaret guide
- Xailing by Xcaret guide
Living near it
Playa Realtors is a licensed boutique brokerage based in Playa del Carmen, with an office in Tulum, and we have represented buyers in Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and across Quintana Roo since 2008. We never represent developers. If you are thinking about owning a home close to Playa del Carmen, we can show you the neighborhoods that fit how you want to live. Plan on closing costs of 7 to 10% of the purchase price.
Keep exploring
- Parks and nature in Playa del Carmen
- Arts and culture in Playa del Carmen
- Things to do in Playa del Carmen
- Shopping in Playa del Carmen
- Nightlife and entertainment in Playa del Carmen
- Playa del Carmen neighborhood guide
- Restaurants we recommend in Playa del Carmen
- Centro and 5th Avenue neighborhood guide
- Coco Beach neighborhood guide
- Playacar Phase II neighborhood guide
- Selvamar neighborhood guide
- Playa del Carmen properties for sale
- Talk to a buyer’s agent
