Yucatán Adventure: Uxmal Ruins & Cenote Swim

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Embark on an unforgettable archaeological and cultural tour from Merida. Explore the ancient sites of Uxmal and Kabah, swim in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Peba, and learn about the fascinating Mayan culture. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!

Duration: 10 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Zona Arqueológica Uxmal - Explore Uxmal, one of the most remarkable Mayan cities on the Puuc Route, situated 80 km from Mérida in Yucatán. Known as “The Thrice-Built City,” it was established in the 7th century and is renowned for its sophisticated architectural style and detailed stone mosaics.
Key attractions include the Pyramid of the Magician,…

Zona Arqueológica Uxmal - Explore Uxmal, one of the most remarkable Mayan cities on the Puuc Route, situated 80 km from Mérida in Yucatán. Known as “The Thrice-Built City,” it was established in the 7th century and is renowned for its sophisticated architectural style and detailed stone mosaics.

Key attractions include the Pyramid of the Magician, the Nuns Quadrangle, and the Governor’s Palace, all of which are masterpieces showcasing the magnificence of the Mayan civilization. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Uxmal also features the nighttime videomapping show “Ecos de Uxmal,” a mesmerizing experience that animates its ancient walls with light and sound.

A must-see destination to appreciate the grandeur of Mayan culture in Yucatán.

Museo Choco-Story Uxmal - Enhance your visit with a rewarding trip to the Choco-Story Chocolate Museum, conveniently located just a short walk from the Uxmal archaeological site. This engaging experience offers a fascinating journey through the history of cacao—from its sacred role in ancient Mayan society to its transformation into the chocolate enjoyed globally today.

Nestled in lush tropical surroundings, the museum invites guests to wander along jungle paths, discover traditional Mayan homes, and explore cacao plantations and carefully curated exhibits featuring genuine artifacts and historical insights. A highlight of the visit is the live demonstration of traditional pre-Hispanic chocolate preparation, complete with a chance to taste this ancient treat.

Please note: Museum admission is not included in the tour price. However, it is a highly recommended addition, offering a refined cultural and sensory conclusion to your Uxmal adventure.

Zona Arqueológica de Kabah - Explore Kabah, one of the most iconic cities on the Puuc Route and one of the few Mayan sites that retains its original pre-Hispanic name, meaning “the powerful hand.” Mentioned in the Chilam Balam of Chumayel, Kabah was a significant city comparable to Uxmal, linked to it by an ancient sacbé (white road) extending 18 km.

Its most notable structure is the Codz Poop, or “Royal Mat,” a masterpiece of Mayan architecture adorned with hundreds of stone masks of the rain god Chaak. Each intricately carved detail reflects the artistic complexity and splendor that characterize the Puuc region.

Kabah is a must-visit destination for those eager to experience the grandeur and mysticism of the Mayan world in Yucatán.

What's Included

Bilingual Guide.
Roud Transportation.
Lunch at restaurant.

What's Not Included

Access to Archaeological Zone of Uxmal
Drinks in restaurant and bus are not included.
kabah Entrances Fee

Additional Information

This experience combines the finest elements of the Puuc region into an unforgettable adventure. Visit the magnificent city of Uxmal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its elegant architecture and enchanting ambiance. Uncover the hidden treasure of Kabah, linked to Uxmal by an ancient sacbé, and featuring the remarkable Codz Poop façade…

Location

C. 60 61

Calle 60

Sol turquesa offcie is located nex to OK MAGUEY office esq. con calle 61 Calle 60, C. 61 499, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Mr_t_grizzly

Mar 14, 2024

Better than chancing the public bus - I recommend the jaunt to visit Kabah and Uxmal. Sammy was a great guide and provided honest insights and information. I could have passed on the Chocolate tour, although it never hurts to have chocolate. I signed up for the tour b/c options are sparse and sometimes unreliable for visiting these sights (and getting back!) using the public bus. Signing up for this tour made it easy, plus there was the bonus of the guided narrative and the opportunity to share the experience with others.

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Brian_s

Jan 25, 2024

Good, but still room for improvement - This was the first tour we took in the Yucatan and was by far the best! While I have no complaints about our guide Samuel, the staff at Sol Turquesa where the meeting point is, seem to lack the most basic customer service skills and seem to only care about Mexican clients. And as some others have said, we drove 2 blocks to pick up another party, who literally could've walked to the meeting point. That being said, the tour itself wasn't bad. We arrived in Kabah first and our guide collected payment afterwards, so we could enjoy the site before other tour groups arrived. The best part was, you could climb the ruins. My only complaint here is that we didn't get taken to the famous corbelled arch. Our next stop was Uxmal. I did feel a little rushed at the Main Pyramid, but our guide later gave us 45 minutes to explore the less popular sections by ourselves. The site honestly isn't very big, and we did technically have enough time to go back to the areas we were taken to at the beginning, but we didn't feel like backtracking. So maybe some free time at the first sections would have been nice, but Samuel was very knowledgeable and gave great commentary throughout the entire tour, and even answered questions about other elements of Mexican culture. My main complaint at Uxmal was the payment method. We paid 95 pesos and tried to enter the site, only to be told by our guide that we need to pay another 400 something pesos at another window before we can enter. Our guide said it's because the local and foreign rates are different and have different taxes, but surely there could be some way to process everything in one transaction. Certainly would've been easier here for the guide to collect our money and buy the tickets himself, as everyone in our group was confused by this. My only other complaint was the lunch stop, which was a restaurant located at the site. Our guide disappeared, and had another client from our group not come for us, we wouldn't have known we can enter the restaurant. Then there was a lot of confusion and mix up regarding people's orders. Our guide 100% should have been present when our food was being served. We personally found the meal here very disappointing, though the others in our party seemed to enjoy it. I do feel the lunch stop was a bit long, and the time could have been better utilized to see more of Kabah and Uxmal. Afterwards, we were driven across the street to the Choco Story Museum. This seemed like one of those tourist trap places, and it was in some aspects (I question the authenticity of the Mayan ritual), but the place was very interesting, as they have replica huts, exhibits, animals and demonstrations. One piece of advice I will give, buy your chocolate at the airport. It's literally the same exact chocolate they sell at the museum for lower prices. All in all, we were fairly satisfied with this tour.

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Conrad_l

Jul 15, 2024

Disappointing service - The tour destination was great but Viator was not very helpful when our tour was canceled because of weather. We asked for help in re-booking and for confirmation about re-booking and didn’t get it from Viator. The tour company Viator booked us through gave us incorrect information about what to bring and where we were going and the tour was bilingual, so our guide had little time to answer our questions in English.

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Priyanka_g

Mar 13, 2024

Good tour but biased guide - The lower rating is given only because of the bad tour guide Andreas. As such the operator was very nice - they picked me up and dropped me from/to the hotel even though it was not in the policy. The uxmal archaeological site was magnificent. But from beginning to end, Andreas kept ignoring my repeated request of explaining in English even though my booking clearly mentioned English speaking guide. At one point he joked about my religion (Hindu) which was outright racist and crude. Seeing the Mayan civilization in my own eyes was my childhood dream but because of his non cooperation of English explanation, my dream remained somewhat unfulfilled.

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