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If you’re looking to see the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza, but don’t want to plan out the details yourself, this Chichen Itza, Izamal, and Cenote Saamal Tour from Merida does the work for you. This tour picks you up from Merida and takes you to Chichen Itza, Izamal, and Cenote Saamal all in one day. Plus, this experience is led by a guide to keep you on track during your adventure.

Enjoy two adventures in one on this combination tour to Izamel. A private guide whisks you to the "city of three cultures," aptly named for its Mayan, Colonial, and contemporary influences. Visit historical highlights and stroll through the town, whose buildings are painted a cheery shade of yellow. Afterward, visit the small archaeological site of Aké and pop into a hacienda where henequen (agave) is processed.

In the south of Yucatán, the archaeological zone of Uxmal, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, emerges spectacularly. Uxmal located 80 km. from Merida. It is said to be a little older than Chichen Itza and was built around the 4th century, but it has not been restored and remains as it was. The most impressive structure, with a unique elliptical shape and a height of more than 35 meters, is La Casa del Adivino; According to an ancient legend, this pyramid was built by a dwarf in just one night. You will find: the Pyramid of the Fortune Teller, with its Plaza de los Pájaros, the Quadrangle of the Nuns, the Ball Court, the Governor's Palace, the Great Pyramid, the Dovecote, the House of the Old Lady, the Cemetery and the Temple of the Phalluses. Kabah, the second largest religious center of the Puuc style. With its Palace, The Great Pyramid and an arch that marks the main access to the site through the sacbé of Uxmal, Manos Rojas and one of the most important called Codz Pop.

Visit in one day 4 of marvelous places from Yucatan: Chichen Itza, Izamal, Valladolid, and cenote Xcajum. First we will visit the most important city of mayan culture, Chichen Itza, where you will know more about their culture. Izamal is the town where all its streets are yellow and one of the points that you need to visit is the Convento de San Antonio de Padua. It is worth getting lost in the yellow streets of Izamal to see how the further you get from the heart, the more tradition they give off. Corners are decorated with small plaques and sculptures Refresh yourself in the Cenote Xcajum, then we will go to Valladolid, is for us the most beautiful city in Yucatan Peninsula, it is the place where you will feel the most connection and you would like to stay more days to live like a local, if youw want to get a pacific life. If you plan to travel to the south of Mexico, do not hesitate to visit this magical paradise that brings together culture, history, and natural beauty.

With this tour you will know Culture, history, adventure and gastronomy. With years of experience in tours and transfers in Mérida Yucatán, we offer you a level of security and guarantee that will make your trip an unforgettable experience. In addition, the experience of our guides will guarantee a safe and pleasant stay in Mérida. Share the experience with us and explore this State that will make you fall in love at first sight. We have a team of bilingual guides who provide personalized excursions in Yucatan, Merida. Wonderful this tour! The service is professional and the trip totally safe. The tours start at 8:00 am, the first stop is in Kabah, which is a small archaeological zone, but very important for the existence of Uxmal, with beautiful views. Then we will visit Uxmal, you can climb the pyramids and when you reach the top, you can see an incredible view. The third visit is to the Chocolate Museum, they perform a ritual of how the Mayans took Chocolate.

Visit Yucatan Merida with us. We have experience in tours and transfers in Mérida Yucatán, we offer a level of security and guarantee that will make your trip an unforgettable memory. In addition, the experience of our guides will guarantee a safe and pleasant stay in Mérida. Come share the experience with us and explore this State that will make you fall in love at first sight. We have a team of bilingual guides that provide personalized excursions in Yucatan, Merida. With this tour you will know the wonder of the Mayan world: Chichén Itzá, enjoy touring this historical site. We will also take you to know the Magic of the IK KIL Cenote, live an unforgettable experience in contact with Nature and finally you will know the magical town of Izamal, a colonial charm with the hallmark of a small town.

Enjoy a private tour. On this full-day tour we will visit Izamal, known as "The City of Three Cultures." This nickname reflects the rich history and fusion of pre-Columbian, colonial and contemporary elements present in the city. Then we will visit the Santa Bárbara cenotes where you can bathe and relax. A safe and unforgettable adventure! Different experiences, ancient places with crystal clear and magical waters. Enjoy a delicious a la carte lunch. We have a team of certified bilingual guides and we also provide a la carte food. This tour is wonderful! It is worth taking this tour and letting yourself be immersed in history, culture and gastronomy. A safe and unforgettable adventure!

When in Merida, it’s a must to explore the haciendas. This hassle-free group tour takes you to Hacienda Sotuta de Peon, where you learn all about the history and culture of the henequen industry. In addition to the hacienda tour, you also visit the Dzul Ha cenote and have the opportunity for a swim, followed by some Yucatan snacks at Restaurante KIH.

oin us for a captivating journey through time and nature as we delve into the mysteries of the enchanting cenotes of Homun. After exploring the amazing cenotes , we'll venture to Homun (another cenotes) a picturesque town known for its stunning cenotes. Dive into the refreshing waters of these natural sinkholes, adorned with stalactites and stalagmites, and marvel at the mesmerizing underground formations. Take leisurely swims, snap photos of the breathtaking surroundings, and immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of these hidden gems. To complete our adventure, indulge in a delicious meal featuring traditional Mayan cuisine,

Experience firsthand the traditional Day of the Dead celebration at any time of the year! Start visiting the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena (Valladolid), a place filled with rich history and architectural splendor, to then be transported to a Mayan village where the Day of the Dead will come alive next to a magical cenote. Engage in the ancient art of Mayan body painting, indulge in the flavors of traditional Mayan liquor, Tarentum, and savor the rich essence of cocoa and honey. Also, experience the spirituality of a sacred cenote at night, which is believed to be a portal between the living and the dead. You will be for sure captivated by what your guide tells you. Then, you will participate in a Mayan ceremony of offering to the dead led by a shaman, to pay homage to your ancestors. And finally, you will enjoy a Mexican tacos dinner to completely feel as so! This tour will allow you to be part of the Mayan community for one day!

Tour in shared service. Duration of tour 8 hr. We will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Puerto Progreso. You will have time to pick up the place, visit the boardwalk and go for a swim. Then we will go to the ecological reserve El Corchito, it has 3 palapas for resting, camping area, bridge to cross the canal and dock. We will continue our tour to the salt ponds, where you can appreciate the pink tone of these small ponds. At the end of the tour we will return to Merida.

Enjoy a private tour of Sotuta de Peon Hacienda, a restoration project where visitors can experience what the massive agave plantation was like in its heyday. Travel back in time as you learn about the transformation from plant to fiber. Doubling as a hotel, Sotuta de Peon features beautifully-manicured grounds, private cenotes, and a fantastic restaurant where you will enjoy a buffet lunch.

Visit Campeche City without the stress of planning on this private full-day tour with round-trip transport from your Merida accommodations. In addition to navigating, your bilingual guide facilitates an artisan workshop visit in Becal and offers important historical background about Campeche City and its walled fortress. The tour includes free time to grab lunch (own expense) and explore Campeche's colorful streets at your own pace.

Our tour combines 3 representative destinations of the Mayan Culture: Archaeological, Historical Monument and Nature in a single day. We will guide you in each step of the journey by the hand of a certified guide; Relive the history of the Mayan people in 3 facets. The Pyramid of Uxmal (Mayan life before La Colonia), Cenote Carlota & Cenote Azul (Maya Cosmogony), Hacienda Mucuyche (La Colonia Rise & Fall)

Experience everyday Yucatecan life on this day trip to Tekit. Bake artisan bread in a stone oven and visit a traditional Mayan household. Learn about the production of melipona bees and the guayabera. Finally, discover the archaeological site of Mayapan.

Visit Yucatan Mérida with us. With years of experience in tours and transfers in Mérida Yucatán, we offer a level of security and guarantee that will make your trip an unforgettable experience. In addition, the experience of our guides will guarantee a safe and pleasant stay in Mérida. Come share the experience with us and explore this State that will make you fall in love at first sight. Explore the beautiful magical towns of Valladolid and Izamal, on a private tour. One of the most popular and largest cenotes you will find near the city of Valladolid, Cenote Hubiku. This semi-open cenote features an opening in the ceiling of the cave through which natural light enters to illuminate the interior, while long tree roots cascade into its waters. Something really beautiful. Our tours are perfect for travelers interested in history, culture, and natural beauty.

Tour in shared service. Duration of tour: 13 hr The operator will pick you up at your hotel at 8:00 am in downtown Merida. First visit the archaeological site of Chichen Itza. Admire the Kukulkan Castle, where the equinox is presented and marvels you every year with its spectacular snake that descends in the form of a shadow; also, visit the Sacred Cenote and the Ball Game. We will also visit the Ik Kil cenote located next to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza. We will visit the town of Valladolid, which has an exceptional colonial flavor. Walk through its streets, with its colorfully painted mansions, the neighborhoods with their churches. Then we will go to the magical town of Izamal where we will have time to get to know this city all painted in yellow and white by the will of authorities and neighbors, it maintains an image of elegance and charm of past times. At the end we return to the city of Merida.

The Archaeological Zone of Chichén Itzá is part of the 7 modern wonders because it was and still is an important Mayan city. Get to know the magical town of Izamal with the history that represents our state as the founder of the first convent in Yucatán, its uniformity in the yellow color throughout the town. We will visit Yokdzonot, one of the open cenotes in the state of Yucatan, where you can have a fun time, it is already one of the most beautiful open air and you can contemplate its natural beauty. It has the attraction of rappelling or zip lining.

This is a journey full of adventure, nature and history. You will have an approach with the history of an ancient town and its legacy, as you will witness its vestiges and its living culture still present today.

Discover the wonders of the Mayans on this unique tour. Leave Mérida to visit the great Chichén Itzá, one of the 7 New Wonders of the World. Take a cooking class with a local community and cool off in the amazing Yokdzonot cenote.

Visit Yucatan Mérida with us. We offer a tour to visit the archaeological site of Chichen Itza, you will experience a guided tour of the Cenote de Suytun and the Magical Town of Valladolid. Cenote de Suytun, a closed cave-type cenote, its vault has an entrance of light that illuminates its interior and highlights even more the beauty of the blue color of its waters. It has a stone walkway where you can walk to the center to take one of the most beautiful photos you can have in the Yucatan Peninsula. Looking up you can enjoy the natural formations that will make you fall in love. Valladolid offers those who venture to visit it a rich proposal of traditions, natural beauty and gastronomy that honors the culinary heritage of Yucatan. The stillness that is breathed in its streets full of historic sites, mansions, museums and an air of friendliness position Valladolid as a charming Magical Town in the southeast of Mexico.

The first point to visit will be the archaeological zone of Chichen Itza where you will learn in depth, in the company of our certified guide, the Mayan culture through its pyramids and buildings. Later, we will go to a typical restaurant in the area. In this place you can taste and enjoy our regional and most traditional dishes from Yucatan. Your palate will be delighted. Finally, we will go to the Ik-kil tourist hostel, where one of the most famous cenotes in the entire Peninsula is located for its beauty and history: the Ik-kil cenote. To end this adventure full of knowledge and experience, we will return you back to your hotel so you can continue enjoying your stay in the city and in the state of Yucatan.

You will experience the authentic living of a Yucatecan by playing their games, building your Mayan toys and hearing of unique stories of their childhood in Merida.