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Uxmal, Cenote, and Traditional Lunch Tour from Mérida

By Traveltour Yucatan
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €71 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Visit Uxmal and the impressive Temple of the Magi.
  • You will enjoy authentic Yucatecan cuisine, rich in tradition and flavour.
  • Discover two cenotes with sacred, crystal-clear, and refreshing waters
  • You support and contribute to the livelihoods of local communities

Activity location

    • Mérida
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Parque de Santiago, C. 72, Barrio de Santiago, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., México | Next to the fountain
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

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Tour of Uxmal, Cenote, and Traditional Food Departing from Mérida

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€70.79 x 1 Adult€70.79
Total
Price is €70.79
Until Sun, 3 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Regional lunch at a local lunchería
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cenote admission ticket
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission ticket for the federal fee to Uxmal
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bilingual driver-guide during the tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Comfortable return transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour inside the ruins (minimum of 5 people required)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Water

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Bachelor & hen party groups, Bikes, Drones
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Uxmal
Discover the grandeur of Uxmal on an exclusive small-group tour, ideal for enjoying the site with greater comfort and personalised attention. This archaeological gem, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most impressive Mayan cities in the Puuc region, renowned for its elegant architecture, intricate stone mosaics, and profound historical significance.

Unlike other archaeological sites, Uxmal stands out for its harmonious design and symbolism, largely dedicated to the rain god Chaac, whose depictions can be seen on numerous façades. During the tour, you will be amazed by the imposing Temple of the Magi, a pyramid that is unique for its oval shape and is shrouded in legend. You will also explore the majestic Quadrangle of the Nuns, an architectural complex rich in symbolism and details that reflect the Mayan worldview.

You will also visit the Governors Palace, considered one of the masterpieces of pre-Hispanic architecture in Mesoamerica. From here, you can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the site, perfect for capturing unforgettable photographs.

Typical food
We will continue to a traditional kitchen, where dishes are prepared using recipes and techniques passed down through generations. It's not a luxury restaurant, but that's precisely where its charm lies: authentic flavours, local ingredients, and a completely genuine experience that will connect you with the region's true cuisine.

The traditional lunch is called Salbutes y Panuchos, two of the most popular dishes among the local community. These are soft, slightly puffed tortillas that are filled with beans before being fried, giving them a unique and delicious flavour.

Cenotes
The Puuc region is also home to numerous cenotes, true natural treasures of the peninsula. During the tour, we will visit two rural or community cenotes, managed by the local residents themselves, who protect and share these unique spaces.

Here, you can swim in the crystal-clear waters of these natural pools, formed thousands of years ago and surrounded by rainforest, in a much more authentic and peaceful setting. Beyond the experience itself, your visit also has a positive impact, as it directly contributes to the livelihoods of local families and to the care of these stunning ecosystems.

A perfect day combining history, flavour, and nature: explore the majesty of Uxmal, marvel at the authentic local cuisine with traditional salbutes and panuchos, and cool off in cenotes tucked away in the midst of the rainforest.

A complete experience that connects you with the essence of Yucatán, supporting local communities while you enjoy unique and unforgettable moments.

Location

Activity location

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    • Mérida
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Parque de Santiago, C. 72, Barrio de Santiago, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., México | Next to the fountain
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico