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Discover two important Mayan cities along the Puuc Route, Kabah and Uxmal, renowned for showcasing the finest examples of Mayan architecture "Puuc". Learn the ancient art of painting codices on clay pottery, just as Mayan people once did, and uncover the meaning behind their symbols and stories.
- Private tour through the Puuc Route: living history, art, and flavor in one day
- Explore Kabah and its majestic Codz Pop temple, covered with masks of the god Chaac
- Walk among the perfect temples of Uxmal, a jewel of Mayan art and UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the best of the Puuc Route accompanied by an expert guide in its history
- Enjoy a Yucatecan lunch with underground-cooked cochinita pibil
- Learn the details of Mayan writing in an artisan workshop: paint codices, decorate vessels, and decipher hieroglyphs
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet travelers at the hotel lobby. If you are staying at AirBnb or private accommodation please let us know once booked.
Itinerary
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Kabah: A Hidden Rival on the Puuc Route We will begin the morning exploring the archaeological site of Kabah, a key settlement along the Puuc Route. Its imposing structures reveal that Kabah once rivaled Uxmal, to which it was connected by a sacbé, an 18 km "road." The architecture of Kabah will captivate you—especially the Codz Pop temple, whose Mayan name means "rolled mat" or "royal mat." This building, adorned with hundreds of masks of the rain god Chaac, is a masterpiece of Mayan art, where each mask is made up of 30 individually carved pieces. You cannot miss this gem of Yucatán. The trip from Mérida to Kabah will last 1 hour 30 min This tour will last 1 hour
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Zona Arqueologica Uxmal
Uxmal: Secrets of a Timeless Mayan City Our next stop will be the ancient Mayan city of Uxmal, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, where we will uncover the secrets of this millenary city. Its buildings, decorated with sculptures and geometric mosaics made from thousands of polished stones, showcase an unmatched perfection in the Mayan world. This tour will last 2 hours
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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A Taste of Tradition: Savoring Yucatecan Cuisine For lunch, we will enjoy regional cuisine in a local restaurant, where you can taste cochinita pibil. If we are lucky and arrive before 1:00 pm, we will witness the traditional unearthing of the pibil, discovering the secrets of its ancestral preparation. Free time for lunch of 1 hour
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Hands-On History: Discover the Art of Mayan Writing and Pottery Are you fascinated by Mayan writing? Join us in a hands-on workshop in the community of Muna, where you’ll learn to decorate clay vessels, paint Mayan codex, and interpret the meaning of ancient hieroglyphs. Led by a contemporary Mayan family, this experience teaches you the ancestral techniques of Mayan ceramics. You’ll create your own piece while gaining a deeper understanding of the codex´s function and symbolism, filled with meaning and memories. The workshop will last 2 hours. The return trip will last 1 hour 30 min.
3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No mandatory stops at souvenir shops
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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