Private Tour UXMAL Ruins and Chocolate Museum plus Cenote
Discover the majesty of Uxmal, the most precious jewel of the Puuc Route, experience the ancestral flavor of cacao and its importance for the ancient Mayans, taste the famous Cochinita Pibil and cool off in a magnificent cenote - all on a private tour from Mérida. • Private tour to Uxmal: the Mayan jewel and UNESCO World Heritage Site • Explore Uxmal with a certified expert guide and discover its architectural secrets • Dive into the history of cacao at the Chocolate Museum and try the sacred ancestral Mayan drink • Witness a Mayan ceremony in honor of the god Chaac • Enjoy a Yucatecan lunch with underground-cooked cochinita pibil • Swim and relax in an open-type cenote. If you’re seeking adrenaline, jump from its 9-meter-high platform.
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Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Mini Van
Pickup included
What's included in Private Tour UXMAL Ruins and Chocolate Museum plus Cenote
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Zona Arqueologica Uxmal
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the heart of Yucatán, where history, culture and nature intertwine in a unique experience. From the comfort of your private transport, we will take you south, where the imposing archaeological zone of Uxmal rises, a Mayan treasure declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Uxmal: A journey through time and Mayan architecture. Explore Uxmal with our expert guides in Mayan history, who will reveal the secrets of this ancestral city. Admire its majestic constructions, adorned with intricate sculptures and geometric mosaics that reflect the perfection and ingenuity of the ancient Mayans. The trip from Mérida to Uxmal will be 1 hour 30 min. The guided tour will last 1 hour 30 min.
Choco Story uxmal
Choco-Story: A feast for the senses Immerse yourself in the world of cocoa at the Chocolate Museum, also known as Choco-Story Uxmal. Discover how the Mayans transformed this seed into the elixir of the gods, chocolate in its purest representation. Tour the interactive rooms that recreate the daily life of a Mayan village, from its houses and cornfields to its courtyards. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the traditional preparation of hot chocolate, Chokoj ha' in the Mayan language, and delight in that ancestral flavor! Mayan ceremony: An encounter with spirituality Witness an authentic Mayan ceremony in honor of the god Chaac, a mystical experience that will connect you with the essence of this ancestral culture. The guided tour will last 1 hour.
Cenote Yaal Utzil
Cenote: An oasis of relaxation in the middle of a local community Refresh and relax in the Yaal Utzil cenote, a natural oasis that will transport you to a world of peace and tranquility. If you are adventurous, dare to jump from its 9-meter-high platform. Return to Mérida: With the essence of Yucatán in your heart We conclude our tour returning to Mérida, taking with you the memories and experiences of an unforgettable day in the heart of Mayan culture. Yucatecan gastronomic stop: Delight yourself with the authentic flavors of Yucatecan cuisine in a traditional restaurant. Try the cochinita pibil, an ancestral delicacy cooked underground. This gastronomic stop is optional and can be arranged upon request. If you wish to experience it, we will be pleased to recommend a traditional local restaurant. Transfer to the cenote and time to enjoy will be 1 hour 30 min. Lunch time will be 1 hour. The return trip to Merida will be 1 hour 30 min.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Certified bilingual guide
- Minibar: refreshing beverages and snacks
- Life jacket
- Travel insurance during transportation
- Gratuities
- Lunch and other beverages
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Flexible Itinerary
- Your participation promotes sustainable tourism and cenote protection
- No mandatory stops at souvenir shops
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We will meet travelers at the hotel lobby. If you are staying at AirBnb or private accommodation please let us know once booked.
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Ticket Redemption
Please present your mobile ticket to your guide at the starting time the day of your tour.