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Discover the ancient Maya world on a day trip from Mérida to Uxmal, Kabah, and the Choco-Story Chocolate Museum.
Explore the impressive pyramids, temples, and ornate stone façades of Uxmal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then visit Kabah to discover another remarkable example of Puuc-style Maya architecture.
Complete your journey at Choco-Story, where you can learn about the cultural significance of cacao and its role in Maya traditions. This tour combines archaeology, history, and chocolate culture in one excursion through the Yucatán Peninsula.
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Meeting and pickup
Parque Santa Ana, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico Be over the sidewalk in the church, guide will say your name
Itinerary
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1Zona Arqueologica Uxmal
Explore Uxmal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most remarkable examples of ancient Maya architecture in the Yucatán Peninsula. Discover the Pyramid of the Magician, known for its distinctive oval-shaped base, and admire the intricate stonework of the Governor’s Palace, celebrated for its elaborate geometric designs. At the Nunnery Quadrangle, explore a complex of richly decorated buildings that reveal the architectural skill and artistic traditions of the ancient Maya. As you walk through this historic city, learn about its significance as a major Maya center and discover the stories behind its impressive temples, plazas, and ceremonial structures.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Zona Arqueologica de Kabah
Explore Kabah, an important archaeological site along the Puuc Route, known for its distinctive Maya architecture and intricate stone mosaics. Admire the site’s remarkable façades, especially the Palace of the Masks, famous for its elaborate stone representations of Chaac, the Maya rain god. These detailed decorations showcase the artistic skill and architectural traditions of the ancient Maya. Although Kabah is often overshadowed by nearby Uxmal, it offers a valuable opportunity to discover another side of the Puuc region’s rich history. As you explore its ancient structures, learn about the city’s cultural significance and its place in the Maya world.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Discover the history of cacao at Choco-Story Uxmal, an interactive museum near the Uxmal archaeological site. Learn about the importance of chocolate in ancient Maya culture and how cacao was used in traditional rituals and daily life. Walk along jungle paths, explore traditional Maya-style huts, and discover exhibits about cacao cultivation and chocolate-making traditions. You may also have the opportunity to see a demonstration of how chocolate was prepared in pre-Hispanic times and sample a traditional preparation, depending on the activities available during your visit. Please note: Museum admission is not included in the tour price.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is no pick up in hotels
- If for any reason you are a no show or decide not to go the same day, this tour cannot be rescheduled, you would have to buy again.
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is no pick up in hotels
- If for any reason you are a no show or decide not to go the same day, this tour cannot be rescheduled, you would have to buy again.
- We recommend that you bring sunscreen, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, a change of clothes, water, and cash.
- A stop will be made at a convenience store before leaving Mérida to purchase water and snacks for the journey. (Alcohol and coffee are not permitted on board; bottled drinks only.)
- Free entry to the pyramids every Sunday for Mexicans (it is important to bring your INE)
- P.S.: It is important to bring cash to enter Uxmal, as they do not accept card payments.
- Wear comfortable clothing for walking (sneakers, light-colored clothing).
- Wear a cap or hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
- For Mexicans, bring identification (INE, driver's license, passport, or CURP if you are a minor).
- It is important to bring cash to enter the pyramids, as they do not accept card payments.
- Important Information – Uxmal & Kabah Entrances- Entrance fees are paid locally Uxmal: MXN $275 for Mexican adults, MXN $604 for foreign adults Kabah: MXN $85 for Mexican adults, MXN $155 for foreign adults. Payments at Uxmal must be made in cash (cards not accepted
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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