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From the Milpa to Tourism: Farming, Cenote & Ek Balam Pyramids Tour

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750 minutes
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Discover the fascinating Mayan culture and history in this tour from Merida. Visit Ek Balam to explore the Mesoamerican agricultural system, swim in an amazing cenote, and discover the archaeological site of Ek Balam. Enjoy the perfect balance of culture and nature with this full-day ecotour.

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With transportation & guide

Private tour: This option includes the transportation service during the whole trip.
Pickup included

From₱17,985.34Per Person

What's included in From the Milpa to Tourism: Farming, Cenote & Ek Balam Pyramids Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Ek Balam Village

Start with pickup at 6:30 AM and drive to Ek Balam, a village where Mayan is the most-spoken language. Enjoy a delicious breakfast to build your strength, before setting out on a bike ride to explore local farming practices. Visit a milpa, a Mesoamerican crop growing system, accompanied by a local guide. Taste traditional pozole and sweets made from regional crops, as you learn about the Mesoamerican agricultural system. Enter the k'áax, or jungle, to learn about traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and trees used in the construction of houses.

X'Canche Cenote

Afterwards, start the 2-kilometer journey by bicycle or tuk-tuk through the jungle to get to Cenote X’Canché. Refresh yourself in the cool waters and appreciate the biodiversity around the crystal clear cenote. Before leaving, enjoy a traditional Yucatecan lunch at the cooperative’s restaurant.

Admission Ticket Included

Ek Balam

The final stop on the tour is at the Ek Balam archeological site, famous for its stunning Mayan architecture and its importance in pre-Hispanic times. Admire the incredible views from the top of the pyramids. Return to Merida, where you’ll be dropped off at approximately 7 PM.

Admission Ticket Included

Inclusions

  • Admission fee to Ek Balam's archaeological site.
  • Entrance to X'Canché Cenote and access to its facilities.
  • Bike tour to the milpa with a local guide.
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Gratuities
  • Guided tour in Ek Balam's archaeological site.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.

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Operator

Co´ox Mayab