Valladolid & the East
Yaxuná Tours & Day Trips
Yaxuná tours visit a lightly restored Maya city south of Chichén Itzá, once the endpoint of a long sacbe to Cobá. They suit independent-minded travellers who prefer quiet ruins and are comfortable on rural roads.
Yaxuná tour options
Yaxuná is a specialist stop and most visitors reach it with a private driver, often pairing it with Chichén Itzá or a nearby cenote. Roads and facilities are basic, so we confirm access before the trip.
Most visitors choose between a shared small-group departure and a private Yaxuná tour. When you ask about Yaxuná tours, tell us your hotel and dates.
- Shared small-group day trip from Valladolid
- Private tour with your own driver and guide
- Yaxuná as an add-on to a private Chichén Itzá day
What's included on a Yaxuná tour
Typical inclusions on a trip like this:
- Return transport from Valladolid in an air-conditioned van or car
- A local guide for the visit
- Bottled water on board
- Drive time and a guide who knows the route
- Entrance fee: shown in your quote as either included or paid on arrival
- Usually not included: meals, tips and souvenirs
Sample Yaxuná tour itinerary
- 8:00 Pickup in Valladolid or Chichén Itzá area
- 9:15 Drive to Yaxuná on rural roads
- 10:00 Walk the acropolis and plazas
- 11:30 Sacbe viewpoint
- 12:30 Lunch in a nearby village
- 14:30 Return
Yaxuná tour prices
Typical market prices, not fixed rates: small-group tours to Yaxuná from Valladolid usually cost about US$90–130 per person, while a private car and guide for two runs about US$250–350. Entry fees and meals are sometimes extra.
A quote for Yaxuná tours will show exactly what is included.
| Option | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small-group tour | US$90–130 per person | Fixed schedule, shared van |
| Private car and guide (2 people) | US$250–350 | Flexible start and stops |
| Private, larger group | Per-vehicle price | Often cheaper per head |
| Site entry fee | Low; confirm on arrival | Paid at the gate unless your quote says otherwise |
What you'll see at Yaxuná
The main acropolis rises from a broad plaza with stepped platforms and restored stairways. Yaxuná was occupied for centuries and later fought over by its powerful neighbour Chichén Itzá, evidence of which has been found at the site.
A sacbe, or raised road, once ran from Yaxuná some 100 km to Cobá, among the longest Maya causeways. Little of it is visible, but guides can point out where it begins.
- Acropolis
- Main plaza platforms
- Start of the Yaxuná to Cobá sacbe
Best time to visit Yaxuná
Early morning is best before the heat. Dry months from November to March keep the dirt roads accessible.
Bring water and food; there are no services at the site. These details help when you are choosing dates for Yaxuná tours.
Combine Yaxuná with nearby sites
Yaxuná tour FAQs
Want this trip planned for you?
Tell us your dates, group size and where you are staying. We check availability with local guides and send back a price.