Explore ancient Maya architecture, colonial towns, and a cacao plantation during this private, full-day tour of Uxmal and Merida from Cancun. Customize the day to suit your interests — your personal introduction of these highlights has a flexible itinerary. Hear about local history, climb to the top of Maya pyramids, wander through vibrant historic neighborhoods, and learn how local cacao goes from bean to chocolate bar. All transport and entrance fees are included.
Discover Uxmal and Merida: Private Tour with Cacao Experience from Cancun
$1,046
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About This Tour
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Professional certificated private guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle
- Sweet snack, soft drinks & 2 cans of beer/per person
- Food & drinks
Exclusions
- Drinks
- Tips
Tour Plan
Arrive at the UNESCO-listed archaeological site, and spend time exploring what's considered to be one of the most important sites in the Maya world in the company of your guide. Climb to the top of the Mayan Pyramid and visit the "temple of the turtle," where the female religious leaders lived.
After visiting Uxmal, continue your tour to Merida; the capital of the Yucatan peninsula. Constructed by Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century, the colonial town has colorful historic buildings around a central plaza. Walk along the main street, visit the main square, and see a historic church.
At a nearby cacao museum, learn how the ancient Maya people used cacao beans, and see the preparation of cacao into natural chocolate. Before returning to your Cancun hotel, enjoy a final stop at a traditional Yucatan hacienda; the former house of rich conquistadors and their slaves.
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on your lap
- Stroller / pram accessible
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; • To take with you: sunscreen, cash for souvenirs and drinks, camera; • OlMar Travel Mexico (local supplier) numbers to call: +52 1 998 263 6588; +52 1 998 240 3199
- Pick up from any accommodation (hotel, apartment, AirBnb, hostal, etc) in Cancun, on Riviera Maya, in Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Akumal or Tulum is included in the price.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 1 day and 23 hours or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 20% if booking is cancelled 2 days and 23 hours or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 3 days or less before the event
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3 Comments
4.2
The private tour offered a refreshing blend of history and culture, especially during the unique cacao experience that let me see the process up close. While the insights from my guide were fascinating, the long travel time from my starting point felt a bit excessive at times.
4.2
We had an incredible adventure exploring Uxmal and Merida, with the cacao experience being a highlight of our day. The private tour felt personal and allowed us to soak in the rich history and stunning architecture without feeling rushed. We particularly enjoyed the hands-on chocolate-making session, which was both fun and delicious. While the drive from Cancún can be lengthy, the scenic views made it worthwhile. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaged, adding depth to our discoveries. Overall, it was a memorable outing filled with culture and camaraderie.
4
We really enjoyed our journey to Uxmal and Merida, where we explored stunning ruins and learned about the fascinating history. The transportation was comfortable, but the long drive from Cancún felt a bit tiring for the kids.