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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Culture
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8 Ratings
Av. P.º del Puerto 1180
Discover the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and immerse yourself in Mayan culture on this Costa Maya tour. Interact with local Mayan descendants and indulge in authentic Mayan cuisine.
Discover the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and immerse yourself in Mayan culture on this Costa Maya tour. Interact with local Mayan descendants and indulge in authentic Mayan cuisine.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Zona Arqueologica De Chaachoben - Explore the hidden treasures of the Mayan culture deep within the jungle. Embark on an adventure to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins, a lesser-known archaeological site dating back to 200 BC. Prepare to be amazed by the jungle’s remarkable monuments, diverse flora, and captivating fauna on this Costa Maya excursion.
- Zona Arqueologica De Chaachoben - Explore the hidden treasures of the Mayan culture deep within the jungle. Embark on an adventure to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins, a lesser-known archaeological site dating back to 200 BC. Prepare to be amazed by the jungle’s remarkable monuments, diverse flora, and captivating fauna on this Costa Maya excursion.
What's Included
- Visit to a Mayan Village
- Interaction with a local Mayan family
- Bottled water included
- Certified guide at Chaccoben Mayan Ruins
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tortilla cooking demonstration
- Lunch provided
- Visit to a Mayan Village
- Interaction with a local Mayan family
- Bottled water included
- Certified guide at Chaccoben Mayan Ruins
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tortilla cooking demonstration
- Lunch provided
What's Not Included
- $5.00 USD fee for the use of cameras at the Mayan City. This fee is paid directly at site
- The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at Ancient Mayan City of Chacchoben
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
- $5.00 USD fee for the use of cameras at the Mayan City. This fee is paid directly at site
- The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at Ancient Mayan City of Chacchoben
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Explore the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and immerse yourself in Mayan culture on this tour from Costa Maya. Your adventure begins as soon as your cruise ship docks.
Step back in time as you embark on a guided tour of the ancient Mayan Ruins of Chacchoben. Later, connect with present-day Mayan descendants in the village of Chacchoben.
Interact with your hosts…
Explore the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and immerse yourself in Mayan culture on this tour from Costa Maya. Your adventure begins as soon as your cruise ship docks.
Step back in time as you embark on a guided tour of the ancient Mayan Ruins of Chacchoben. Later, connect with present-day Mayan descendants in the village of Chacchoben.
Interact with your hosts and a local family, gaining insight into their daily lives and learning about everything from traditional tortilla-making to ancient remedies.
Experience the rich flavors of authentic Mayan cuisine with dishes prepared using time-honored techniques and local, fresh ingredients. The highlight of your journey is a delectable lunch infused with local spices and specially crafted for you.
If you’re a history enthusiast and eager to discover Costa Maya’s local culture, this tour is a perfect choice. Join us for a memorable cultural and culinary experience
- This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
- Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
- Cruise guests coming from Adventure of the Seas. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Ancient Mayan City of Chacchoben Tour
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
- Set Sail Smoothly: Remember to tell us your cruise ship’s full name for a seamless adventure.
Location
Av. P.º del Puerto 1180
Avenida Paseo del Puerto
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port.
Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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David_b
May 7, 2025
Great visit - Great site to visit. Loved the ruins and the locals were very nice. The lunch at the village was nice too. We never paid the $5 photo fee, no one approached us and I didn't see anyplace to pay for it,
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Bridget_l
Jun 14, 2024
Great Tour/Hot bus - Was an informative tour.
Enjoyed Joel's information on the ruins. The local Mayan cooked food was delicious.
Even thought there were thousands of people at the port because of 2 ships in port that day. The tour was run well as not to feel so crowded.
Only draw back which is not the tour operators fault is that it is very hot this time of the year.
The a/c on the bus was having a difficult time with the group of 18 on the bus keeping us cool and it takes 1 hr or more each way.
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Christy_w
Mar 22, 2024
Great excursion - Lorenzo was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable. The food in village was excellent. Loved looking at ruins.
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Hazelle_w
Dec 25, 2023
Authentic bridge of the ancient to modern Mayan - What an amazing experience! We wanted to visit the Mayan ruins to learn the history of this ancient civilization and jumped at the chance to visit the community decendents and share lunch. What we got was so much more educational, as our excellent tour guides, especially Joel, explained the culture of this community as it was passed down from his ancestors. We were given history from the Mayan perspective as they lived it in 500 bc. We were transported to looking at the site from the eyes of the Mayan people as they knew it before officially discovery was recorded. Then topping it off with a delicious authentic Mayan lunch, we are beyond pleased with our experience.
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Eugena_t
Dec 8, 2023
Must do with Joel - Joel was an amazing guide!! It was a very educational experience. He took us deep into the Mayan culture and history!!
Highly favored in my eyes!
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James_t
Oct 19, 2023
Wonderful excursion - It was not only experiencing the ruins, it was also getting to experience an authentic Mayan village and enjoy a home cooked meal in a Mayan home.
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Crystal_e
Jul 31, 2022
Amazing excursion for everyone. - Edder and Abner were very informative about the area and took the time to make sure we understood the history and culture of the Mayan’s. Edders knowledge and personality were amazing.
Edder especially took the the time during the tour to make sure our family was well attended to.
The trip was also moderate difficulty.
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Kathy_k
Mar 10, 2022
Genuine Experience - Loved visiting the Mayan family . Guide was knowledgeable friendly and funny. Price was right. Experience was authentic.
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St_e
Aug 10, 2025
Worst experience ever stay away from this company - This was the worst experience I’ve ever had with a short excursion. These people are thieves. My ship arrive at 8:26 AM.The driver called 8:35 am and I told him that I will there in 10 minutes. I called him in three minutes, 8:38 am to ask him where he was at I was not able to locate him at the location indicated for me to wait for them. The tour guy did not answer. I continued to call him and the company but neither one answered. I had to get assistance from local Mexicans to call them. The tour guy answered the local call, and then when the local person told him that we were waiting for him, he hung up the phone. When the local people called the company Amanda answered after few attempts. She told me that I did not show up for the excursion, which is not true as they were nowhere to be found outside of the port. By the time I reached Amanda, the local people had walked around and asked from all companies that Viator works with until we were able to find the office, which no one was there. Amanda told me to call Viator to get a refund as she has not gotten paid from Viator. I specifically asked Amanda what should I tell Viator as she’s asking me to call Viator. Amanda told me to ask Viator for a refund, but when Viator representative call Amanda, she told them not to give me the refund. When I called Amanda to ask her what did she say to Viator she wouldn’t answer me and she hung up the phone when the Viator representative came on the phone. Viator representative told me that Amanda said to them not to give me a refund because I did not show up, which is a lie. This company stole about $450 from me for an excursion that did not attend. They left me and my family, they were not answer my calls. They were not at the port. No one knew where they were out of the port. My trip was ruined. We spent the whole day miserable and we had nothing else planned as this excursion was supposed to be most of our day. I will never book with this company or Viator again as Viator allows company to do such things and not able to help me get the refund.
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