• Mayapan Archaeological Zone - Explore one of the last inhabited Mayan cities, showcasing architecture influenced by Chichen Itza and featuring masks of the rain god Chaac, reflecting Uxmal’s influence and trade between the cities.
  8:30 a.m. | Pick-up from your chosen hotel or Airbnb with direct transfer to Mayapan.
  9:30 a.m. | Arrive at the archaeological zone, with 10 minutes to purchase entrance tickets (not included, direct payment of $95.00 pesos per person).
  9:40 a.m. | Begin a 40-minute tour of the area.
  10:20 a.m. | Depart from the area.
• Nah Yah Cenote - 10:20 a.m. | Depart from Mayapan and head directly to the Nah-yah cenote, a limestone formation created by rainwater erosion over thousands of years, forming a dome and revealing a fresh water vein, an oasis in the jungle. For the Mayans, it symbolized the entrance to the underworld.
  10:40 a.m. | Arrive at the Nah-yah cenote, pay the entrance fee directly at the Mayan cooperative’s box office, and note that life jackets are mandatory (100 pesos per person).
  10:45 a.m. | Begin swimming in the cenote, with a maximum stay of 1 hour.
  11:45 a.m. | Depart from the cenote and travel directly to the town of Mágico de Maní.
• Mani - 11:45 a.m. | Depart from Cenote Nah-yah with direct transfer to the magical town of Maní, the historical starting point. It was in Maní where Fray Diego de Landa conducted the act of faith, burning most Mayan codices, deemed profane. Today, only three codices remain in museums worldwide.
  12:35 p.m. | Arrive in Maní and first visit the Meliponario U LU’UMIL KUXTAL. The visit is free, but a suggested donation of 50 pesos per person is appreciated to support the family maintaining the garden. The visit lasts 45 minutes.
  1:15 p.m. | Leave the Meliponario and head to a local restaurant (food and drinks not included), with a dining time of 1.5 hours. Afterward, begin the historical tour.
  2:15 p.m. | Start the historical tour.
  3:30 p.m. | Return to Merida.
  4:30 p.m. | Approximate arrival at your hotel.

• Private transportation
• Carbonated beverages
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees
• tips
• Lunch

What makes this expedition remarkable is the exploration of 1 ancient Mayan pyramid, 1 natural pit, 1 historically significant enchanted town from the Mayan conquest era and finally, a visit to 1 Meliponario. This is home to the Mayan Melipona Bee, also known as XunanKab. These stingless bees are fascinating because they pose no danger. For centuries, the Mayans have harvested the distinctive dark honey they produce, recognized for its culinary and healing properties. Truly a singular destination.

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