Full-Day Trip to Chichén Itzá from Mérida

Overview

This full-day excursion from Mérida takes you to discover the treasures of the Yucatán in a small group, limited to 18 participants, for a personalised service. The 6:00 am departure allows you to arrive early at Chichén Itzá, one of the seven modern wonders of the world, to avoid the crowds and intense heat. You will enjoy a guided tour of Mayan history and culture, followed by free time to explore the site. The itinerary continues with a swim in a Mayan cenote with crystal-clear waters, followed by a regional buffet lunch with one drink included. The day concludes in Izamal, a colonial town known as the magic town for its yellow facades. You can visit the iconic convent, climb the Kinich Kak Moo temple, and stroll through the streets.

Itinerary

1. Merida

   We will start this great adventure by meeting at the meeting points already mentioned.

   · 30 min

2. Chichén Itzá

   We will begin our tour to the archaeological zone of Chichén Itzá, where we will begin to share a general background of the Mayan culture, so we can enjoy and better understand the site.

   · 1 h 30 min

3. Chichén Itzá

   Our expert guides and Mayan descendants will share the history in a masterful way and help you take the best photos. 60 minutes accompanied by the Guide and 60 minutes of free time. As you will be one of the first to enter the site, these are the main benefits: -No lines -No crowds -You will take the best photos but the most important -You will avoid the intense heat of midday, all our travelers enjoy it the most.

   · 2 h

4. We will begin our transfer to the magical waters of the Xcajum cenote

   · 30 min· Admission not included

5. Swimming in the waters of a cenote is an incredible experience, so you will have the opportunity to cool off in its crystal clear waters. After swimming we will eat in a delicious buffet with the main dishes of Yucatecan gastronomy, but there are also international options and of course vegetarian options.

   · 2 h· Admission not included

6. Izamal

   We will begin our journey to the magical town of Izamal, along the way we will tell you about the general history of this small town.

   · 1 h

7. Izamal

   Izamal better known as the yellow town, you will know its history, but you will also have the opportunity to climb one of the largest temples of the Mayan culture, the temple of Kinich Kak mo, when we go down we go to the convent of San Antonio de Padua where you can have some amazing photos and try the delicious marquesitas.

   · 1 h 20 min

8. Merida

   The time has come to return to the White City, the beautiful city of Merida. So we will start our return to that city.

   · 1 h

9. Merida

   We will conclude this GREAT experience, at the same meeting points where we picked you up in the morning.

   · 30 min

How to use your ticket

Ticket handed over by the operator on site

Upon arrival at the archaeological site you will be given your ticket

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Assistance animals are welcome.
• Public transport is available nearby.
• Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
• Not recommended for travellers with spinal problems.
• Not recommended for pregnant women.
• Not recommended for travellers with cardiovascular problems.
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
• The group is limited to a maximum of 18 travellers.
• Confirmation is immediate upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• The activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather or if there are insufficient participants.

Who is it for?

• Travellers looking for a small group (maximum 18 people).
• Enthusiasts of Mayan history and culture.
• People wishing to visit Chichén Itzá early in the morning to avoid the heat.

What makes it different

• Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• Regional buffet lunch with one drink included.
• Itinerary combining an archaeological site, a cenote, and a colonial town.

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Product code: 298748P1

Activity offered by Guías de Yucatán via Viator.