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- Spanish
Experience Chacchoben across centuries, from the ancient Maya city to the present-day community that still carries its name. Begin among temples and ceremonial structures as your guide brings the history of this remarkable city to life, then continue to Chacchoben village, where the story becomes personal.
Spend time with a local Maya family and discover traditions that remain part of everyday life. Learn about traditional home remedies and family recipes, try making your own tortilla, and see how local ingredients and techniques have been passed through generations.
Then sit down with your hosts for a home-cooked Maya lunch prepared especially for your visit. Share food and conversation while experiencing the culture directly with the people who continue these traditions today.
From ancient temples in the jungle to a meal shared around the family table, this experience connects Chacchoben’s remarkable past with the Maya culture that continues to thrive today.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port. Our meeting point is located at Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside Costa Maya Port. Once your reservation is confirmed, we will email you detailed and easy to follow instructions of meeting point, directions and a map.
Itinerary
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1Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
Your adventure begins with transportation from Costa Maya, departing 1 hour after your cruise ship arrives in port. Enjoy the approximately 50-minute drive to Chacchoben, passing through local villages along the way. Spend approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes exploring the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins with your guide, discovering an ancient Maya ceremonial center surrounded by tropical jungle. Walk among impressive temples, plazas, and structures while learning about the history and secrets of this fascinating city. Follow the jungle trails and discover the contrast between restored temples and structures still partially covered by the jungle, while enjoying the native plants, tropical birds, and wildlife that make Chacchoben such a special setting. After exploring the ruins, continue approximately 15 minutes to Chacchoben village, where you’ll meet a local Maya family for the second part of your experience.
2 hours 45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Chacchoben
After exploring the ruins, continue approximately 15 minutes to Chacchoben village, where a local Maya family will welcome you and share a glimpse of their traditions and everyday life. Spend approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes with your hosts, learning about traditional home remedies, local ingredients, and family recipes passed down through generations. See how tortillas are traditionally prepared and try making your own, while getting to know the people who continue these traditions today. And no family visit would be complete without a meal. Sit down with your hosts and enjoy a home-cooked Maya lunch prepared especially for your visit, made with fresh local ingredients, regional spices, and traditional family recipes. More than just lunch, it’s a chance to share food, conversation, and a little of everyday life in Chacchoben. After saying goodbye to your hosts, relax on the approximately 50-minute return drive to Costa Maya Port, with your cruise schedule always kept in mind.
2 hours 45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
- The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at the Mayan City
- This experience is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older.
- Visitors are not permitted to climb the temples.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements or food allergies.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen.
- The tour operates rain or shine, so please dress according to the weather.
- Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
- Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors on jungle trails with some rocks, roots, and uneven surfaces.
- Wheelchairs: Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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