Explore the Uxmal archaeological site accompanied by an expert guide in its history, admire its temples, and uncover the meaning behind each architectural detail. Discover an ancient henequen hacienda restored from the ruins and refresh yourself in its two magnificent cenotes.
Duration: 8 hours
Car / Van / Sprinter
Pickup included
Uxmal: Mysteries and Majesty of Puuc Architecture Our first stop will be the archaeological site of Uxmal, “The Thrice Built,” located 80 kilometers from Mérida. Led by your certified private guide, you will explore this impressive site and admire the majestic Puuc-style architecture, typical of this region. The ancient structures still preserve the mysticism of Mayan legends. You will visit the Temple of the Magician, the Nunnery Quadrangle, the ball court, the Governor’s Palace, and the Great Pyramid. If you’re feeling energetic, ask your guide to take you to the newly opened section known as El Palomar. The trip from Mérida to Uxmal will last 1 hour 30 minutes The guided tour will last 2 hours. (Time is flexible).
Hacienda Mucuyché: History, Legends, and a Cenote Adventure After this immersion in Mayan culture, we will head to Hacienda Mucuyché and its cenotes. Here, you will learn about the history of the haciendas and the relevance of henequen to the Yucatan Peninsula and Mexico. A local host will take us through the ruins of the hacienda, sharing legends as we enter its cenotes. The first stop is cenote Carlota, a semi-open cenote that holds a story that we will discover during the tour. Then, we will swim through a water canal surrounded by lush vegetation, which will lead us to the impressive cenote Azul, a cavern that will leave you breathless. Throughout this experience, our certified bilingual guide will be by your side, providing personalized attention and ensuring an unforgettable visit. However, due to the internal policies of Mucuyché, the tour in the hacienda will be shared with other travelers, even though the overall experience is private. The guided tour will last 2 hours.
Flavors of Yucatan: Time to Savor Regional Cuisine To conclude the tour, you’ll have free time to enjoy the exquisite regional cuisine at the hacienda’s restaurant. Mealtime is flexible to suit your pace. We’ll then begin our return journey to Mérida to conclude the tour. Lunch time will be 1 hour (flexible time) The return trip to Mérida will last 1 hour 30 minutes
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
We will meet travelers at the hotel lobby. If you are staying at AirBnb or private accommodation please let us know once booked.
Please present your mobile ticket to your guide at the starting time the day of your tour.