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Book NowOn this guided trip from Mérida, you'll see the ancient Mayan city of Uxmal and the Archaeological Zone of Kabah. After a day of learning about Mayan culture at these old sites, you can have a typical Mexican lunch.
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Book NowTo get a taste of Mexico's history and culture, head to Uxmal, Yaxcopoil, and Cenote Peba on a day excursion. You will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Mérida, and a lovely lunch will be provided.
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Book NowStart the journey with a pickup from your accommodation in Mérida. Journey to the beautiful Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve to discover a treasure of the Yucatán Peninsula, named a wildlife sanctuary in 1979.
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Book NowFind out about the old plantation and estate of Hacienda Mucuyché. Admire the partially-restored architecture of Arabic and French-style buildings as you stroll around the city center. The dining room, the stables, the church, and the engine room are all places where you may take in the ambiance.
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Book NowOn this trip, you'll get to see the old city of Uxmal come to life at night. Exploring Uxmal from a different angle is easy with Echoes of Uxmal, a light and sound display that makes use of video mapping to show you the archaeological zone from Merida.
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Book NowTake a day excursion from Mérida to Izamal and Valladolid to learn about the Yucatecan culture and history. Enjoy round-trip hotel transportation and a sumptuous buffet lunch as part of your tour.
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Book NowLearn about Yucatecan food and how to make it at home!
This morning, skip breakfast and head to Merida's main market to shop like a native. Get a taste of Yucatecan cuisine as it was meant to be experienced.
With a soundtrack of cumbia, colors, and the warmth of the vendors, you'll be able to sample seasonal Yucatan fruits as well as the most popular art dinners of Yucatan cuisine: panuchos, salbutes, and cochinita pibil.
This tour will teach you about the importance of habanero peppers and other local ingredients, as well as how tortillas are made and how they are used in Yucatecan cuisine.
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Book NowCascabel, Chaksikin, and Pool Cocom are among the three cenotes you'll see on your 8-hour trip. On your way to the cenotes, you'll be riding in an agave-leaf-hauling vehicle.
At the Cascabel cenote, you'll be able to cool down and take in the natural beauty of the surroundings.
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Book NowThe most prevalent kind of ground transportation in the city is the private van. Most visitors to Mérida choose this service because of the privacy, convenience, quality service, and reasonable pricing.
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Book NowYou will be picked up from your hotel in Merida at a time of your choice in a premium Mercedes Benz car. Go directly from your accommodation to the private entrance to the Chichen Itza Archaeological Site located at the Mayaland Resort. From there, you will have the ability to modify your itinerary.
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Book NowStart your exercise by having a walk around Merida’s downtown. Your guide will offer a quick overview of the most notable structures overlooking the Main Square and then go with you to one of the main marketplaces of Merida, Lucas de Galvez.
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Book NowChichen Itza, an ancient Mayan city, may be reached by bus from Merida in the morning. Observe the Kukulcan Pyramid, which is surrounded by other structures, including a ballgame court and an observatory.
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Book NowStart the journey by gathering in Plaza Grande, the centre of the city of Mérida. Enjoy a small-group trip of no more than ten people with an expert local guide. Discover the traditional cuisine of the city away from the big tourist attractions.
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Book NowStart with a pickup from your lodging in Mérida. Travel to the historic capital of the Mayan empire, Chichén Itzá, with your certified expert guide. Explore one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and discover more about the interesting history of the location.
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Book NowAt Motul's local market, Doa Evelia serves wonderful Huevos Motuleos to start the day. Continue on to Sinanché Town to learn about beekeeping in Yucatan and the many kinds that may be found in the area. You'll also learn about the value of bees to the ecosystem here.
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Book NowTekit is a historic Yucatecan village whose everyday life is centered on the gorgeous church, the market, and a few small enterprises. Join this tour to spend the day with a local cooperative there and explore their daily operations. Enjoy a private tour with a local guide who is just for your group, and get picked up and dropped off at your hotel for free.
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Book NowExperience authentic Yucatecan village life at its best by visiting Tekit, which is home to a stunning church, an active marketplace, and a few local shops. Learn how to make a traditional Yucatecan meal in the company of a native guide and local residents on this private trip.
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Book NowThis is the Yucatecan Happy Hour!
It is customary to spend some time with friends in the cantinas in Mérida.
On this journey, you will encounter three distinct cantinas. You will be astonished at the quantity of appetizers they will serve while ordering a single drink.
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Book NowYou may take a 6-hour tour of Merida with the help of a professional guide. The Paseo de Montejo, the Monumento a la Patria, the Hotel Casa Azul, and many more attractions are included in this trip, which is chosen to show you some of the city's most beautiful spots.
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Book NowStart the excursion with an 8:30 AM pick-up from your accommodation in Merida. Set off on a 2-hour trip towards the little settlement of Ek Balam, where Mayan is the most spoken language.
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Book NowAs part of the Merida walking tour, we hope to make your time in the city as enjoyable as possible by introducing you to our history, traditions, and local culture.
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Book NowDiscover some of the Yucatan highlights on this full-day excursion from Mérida. Embark on an early morning journey to Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to discover ancient Mayan ruins without the heat and congestion. See even more Mayan architecture at your next stop, Izamal, before closing the day with a pleasant swim in a local cenote.
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Book NowIn only one day, you'll get to see all of Yucatan's best attractions. Visit Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, early in the morning to avoid the crowds. After learning about the ancient Maya's history, traditions, and culture, you may cool yourself in a nearby cenote. The flamingos of Las Coloradas, a pink lagoon, await you at the end of the day.
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Book NowExplore some of the history of the Yucatan area on this day excursion from Merida to Hacienda Yaxcopoil and the Mayan city of Uxmal. You'll learn about the regional importance of the farm before going back to a different time of Mexican history as you appreciate Uxmal's ancient remains. Plus, stop at Cenote Peba for a swim. This trip helps you to skip the trouble of making your own way to these destinations so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned day.
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Book NowMake time to visit one of the world's newest wonders, Chichen Itza, while you're in Mexico. As you depart from Mérida, your private guide will take you to the ancient Mayan city of Tikal, where you will learn about the city's history and see the ruins. After you're done swimming, go to the Xcajum cenote to eat a big meal of Mexican and other foods from around the world.
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Book NowOn this action-packed boat trip of Mexican nature, you'll get to see indigenous wildlife, have a Mayan mud bath, and visit a region noted for its "pink sea." Traveling by boat allows you to see flamingos, herons, storks, and crocodiles, as well as secluded locations that would otherwise be inaccessible. The best part of the trip is stopping at Las Coloradas, a small village known for its beautiful pink lagoons after a mud bath.
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Book NowCombine visits to three cenotes on this full-day excursion from Merida. Explore and swim in the Cascabel, Chaksikin, and Xoch cenotes, learning how they were developed and their significance in the community as you journey. Lunch at a nearby restaurant and round-trip transportation from Merida hotels are included.
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Book NowIn order to get the most out of a single day, we've devised this itinerary to eliminate the need for several tours.
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Book NowDiscover ancient Mayan history and culture on this private trip from Merida. Your first destination is the ruins of Ek Balam, where you wander along the 8th-century roadways and admire Mayan pieces of art. Then, drive to the ancient city of Valladolid to visit old Spanish structures, including the San Bernadino Convent. Your day closes with a plunge into a refreshing cenote.
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Book NowThe UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza is one of Mexico’s most visited sites. This early morning trip brings you to the ancient capital of the Maya empire before the masses come in. Experience in tranquility the Kukulkan Pyramid, the holy cenote, and the ball court, and learn about these ancient masterpieces from a qualified guide. This full-day excursion includes lunch and a hotel transfer from Merida.
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Book NowTake a day excursion to Uxmal to learn about Mayan history and culture. Visit Choco Story, a sensory museum dedicated to cocoa, which the ancient Mayans termed "the drink of the gods." You will also spend time at an archaeological site to discover more about Uxmal's past as a center of power in ancient times. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a hacienda before traveling back to Merida.
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Book NowPrivate tours of the Sotuta de Peon Hacienda, an agave plantation that has undergone extensive restoration, are available. As you learn about the process of turning a plant into fiber, you'll travel back in time. At Sotuta de Peon, which is also a hotel and has well-kept gardens, private cenotes, and a great restaurant, you get a buffet meal as part of your stay.
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Book NowThere is no lodging or food included on the trip; you must purchase these separately once you reach your destination. Relax and unwind in one of our well-equipped flats while taking advantage of our friendly staff and easygoing atmosphere.
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Book NowThis Merida street food tour introduces you to Yucatecan delicacies. Visit Merida's major market, a seafood restaurant, and a gelato store with the help of a local guide. Enjoy a variety of local cuisine, including empanadas, tamales, and fish tacos, as well as 'cochinita pibil' (slow-roasted pork) and 'panuchos' (sandwiches), while sipping fruit drinks (tortillas stuffed with refried black beans). Delicious!
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Book NowLearn to prepare a typical Yucatec three-course meal with a Yucatecan chef in a Merida house and experience the distinct flavors of Yucatecan cuisine. Starting in the Merida market, you'll stock up on fresh fruits, veggies, and Yucatec spice mixes before getting down to business in the kitchen. Learn about Yucatec cuisine and daily life in the bustling metropolis with this cooking session that takes you from the market to your own kitchen!
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Book NowRio Lagartos and Las Coloradas are the finest natural locations in Yucatan. They convey peace and amazing settings.
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Book NowWe will experience the thrill of discovering 3 of the most magnificent cenotes in all of Mexico while we learn about their history and why they are so significant to the state of Yucatan. The cenotes of Santa Barbara in Homun, Yucatan, are famed in the region for their cenotes and the distinctive technique of accessing them. The excursion through the many cenotes is done in "trucks", which are miniature carts driven by horses with an awesome sense of adventure.
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Book NowPrivate day trips to Uxmal, the ancient Mayan city outside of Merida, are a great way to get away from the crowds. Archaeological treasures may be found in the form of intricate sculptures and geometric mosaics during a guided walk of the famous site. Visit the Cacao Museum to learn about the ancient Mayan culture and how they used cacao beans. You may chill down at a private cenote on a property at the end of the day.
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Book NowEnsure yourself a pleasant and hassle-free arrival in Merida. Private, one-way airport shuttles offer a front-door greeting at the arrivals terminal. Travel comfortably to your hotel accommodation in an air-conditioned, WiFi-equipped car with your own driver. Private vans can fit up to eight people, so this is a great option for families or large groups.
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Book NowAt our first stop, Uxmal, the Yucatán's most magnificent archaeological zone and one of the most fascinating to visit, we'll take a guided tour to learn about its history and mysteries, as well as its stunning and distinctive landscapes.
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Guided tours are all-inclusive group travel experiences often guided by a local travel guide and follow a set agenda for a particular tourist attraction or local activity. Several sightseeing guided tours, skip-the-line tickets for major tourist destinations, group day/night trips, food and wine tastings, and even airport transfers are available.
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