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Full Day Tour Chichen Magic Towns Izamal and Valladolid

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Merida, MX

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Experience the wonders of the Mayan culture on this full-day tour to Chichen Itza, Izamal, and Valladolid. Immerse yourself in the ancient world as our knowledgeable guides take you through the magnificent ruins of Chichen Itza, one of the new 7 wonders of the world. Indulge in a gastronomic demonstration where you'll learn how to make traditional dishes and explore the rich culinary diversity of the region. Take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Chichikan cenote and then journey to Valladolid, a city bursting with history and cultural richness. Discover the Convent of San Antonio de Padua in Izamal, known for its striking yellow buildings. Capture the beauty of this magical town before heading back to the starting point. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the captivating history, culture, and flavors of these enchanting destinations.

About this experience

Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
10 hours
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Private Tour, Small Group Tour
Self Guided Experience

Highlights

Visit one of the new 7 wonders of the world
Experience a unique gastronomic demonstration
Swim in crystal-clear cenote waters
Explore the history and cultural richness of Valladolid
Discover the architectural beauty of Izamal

Included

Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Life jackets & lockers in cenote

Not included

Balance foreign adult $700 mxn/mexican adult $300 mxn and $100 children: admissions, rents and fees

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Introduction

Embark on a captivating journey through the wonders of Chichen Itza and the magical towns of Izamal and Valladolid with the full-day Chichen Magic Towns Izamal and Valladolid tour. This unforgettable experience combines adventure, culture, and gastronomy to provide you with a truly immersive and enriching outing. Let our knowledgeable guides lead you through the heart of the ancient city while unraveling its intriguing history and architectural marvels.

What to expect?

Throughout this 10-hour tour, you can anticipate a variety of memorable experiences. Begin your day by exploring the breathtaking Chichen Itza, one of the new 7 wonders of the world, and marvel at its awe-inspiring structures. Immerse yourself in the Mayan culture as you participate in a gastronomic demonstration, where you'll learn to prepare iconic local dishes using traditional techniques. Indulge in a delectable buffet meal featuring flavorsome chicken, pork, fish, and vegan and vegetarian options.

Cool off by taking a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Chichikan cenote before continuing your journey to the enchanting towns of Valladolid and Izamal. In Valladolid, immerse yourself in its rich history and admire its impressive Spanish legacy embodied in its temples and old neighborhoods. Capture stunning photographs of the vibrant yellow and white architecture at the Convent of San Antonio de Padua in Izamal, a sight that will leave a lasting impression on your memory.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for cultural enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking an immersive experience into the Mayan culture and the rich heritage of Yucatan. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends or family, this tour offers something for everyone. From ancient ruins to gastronomic delights and picturesque towns, this excursion caters to diverse interests. Don't miss the opportunity to uncover the hidden secrets of the Yucatan region and discover its captivating beauty.

Why book this?

By booking the Chichen Magic Towns Izamal and Valladolid tour, you'll embark on a truly unique and enriching adventure. Immerse yourself in the mysteries of Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the new 7 wonders of the world. Discover the secrets of Mayan cuisine through a gastronomic demonstration that showcases the region's culinary diversity and ancient cooking techniques. Experience the thrill of swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Chichikan cenote, a natural wonder that will leave you revitalized.

Explore the charming towns of Valladolid and Izamal, known for their rich history and vibrant architecture. Be captivated by the yellow-colored streets of Izamal, affectionately known as the "Yellow City," and marvel at the grandeur of the Convent of San Antonio de Padua. Throughout the tour, you'll gain insights into the local culture, traditions, and history of the Yucatan region, making it a truly memorable and educational experience.

Good to know

When booking this tour, be sure to have exact cash on hand for purchasing tickets to Chichen Itza. The meeting point for the tour is outside Starbucks located on Paseo Montejo at 07:45. The total duration of the tour is approximately 600 minutes (10 hours). During the excursion, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a buffet meal featuring various options, including chicken, pork, fish, and vegan and vegetarian dishes. Drinks are not included, so you may want to bring your own refreshments. Don't forget your swimwear for the cenote visit and your camera to capture the beauty of the towns.

Reviews

Reviews from individuals who have taken this tour rave about the incredible experience it offers. They highlight the knowledgeable guides who provide fascinating insights into the history and culture of the sites visited. Travelers are particularly impressed with the gastronomic demonstration, where they learn to prepare tasty local dishes and indulge in a mouthwatering buffet. The opportunity to swim in the Chichikan cenote is often described as refreshing and serene. Visitors also appreciate the chance to explore the picturesque towns of Valladolid and Izamal, immersing themselves in their unique charm and beauty. Overall, this tour is highly recommended for those seeking an unforgettable and educational adventure in the Yucatan region.

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You can book at any time before the event

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At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

Pickup outside Starbucks located on Paseo Montejo. 07:45

Starbucks Paseo Montejo, P.º de Montejo 465, Zona Paseo Montejo, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., MX

Your Itinerary

Chichen Itza

Enjoy one of the new 7 wonders of the world

Admission Not Included

Restaurante tio Manolo

Live a gastronomic demonstration, where you will learn to make one of the iconic local dishes, as well as tortillas and sauces. Enjoy typical buffet food. Chicken, pork, fish, vegan and vegetarian options. Drinks are not included.

Admission Included

Chichikan

Cool off by swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Chichikan cenote

Admission Included

Valladolid

Let yourself be enchanted by the history and cultural richness of Valladolid: a hospitable city full of history that makes Yucatan proud. For centuries it has been identified by the richness of the Spanish legacy embodied in its temples and the ancestry of its old neighborhoods.

Izamal

Discover the Convent of San Antonio de Padua: the second largest atrium in the world, only after Saint Peter's Square itself in the Vatican. It is this architectural feature, combined with its height, that gives the building its appearance of grandeur. Take photographs of the unmistakable yellow color with white details that predominates in the former convent, which has led to the entire town being painted in those colors.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Does not include admission to Chichen ($700 MXN per Adult - $90 MXN per child)

Reviews

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4.5 (33)

David J

The guide was very knowledgeable on the ruins,i learned a few new things She was very fluent in english whuch was great for those of who's spanish sucks. I have only one complaint no leg room in the van, so if your 6ft and over its not very comfortable. All in all it was a great time

April C

Glendi our tour guide was AMAZING. She did very well transitioning from English to Spanish and her knowledge of the history is impeccable. When they say this is a FULL DAY tour it is just that. The arrival time at the meeting point was 07:45 (make sure you check your messages in the Trip Advisor app) the time on the app says 07:00 but I received a message saying to meet at 07:45. We didn't get back to our meeting point until 21:00. Chichen Itza was a marvel to see. I highly recommend you bring a hat or umbrella because it gets hot. My complaint at this location is the dismount upon arrival was a bit disorganized and the tour guides should have a flag or umbrella that distinguishes their location. This is a very touristy location so be prepared to see lots of people and vendors lined up upon arrival and while walking the grounds. The buffet location was okay. Thus far the food in the Yucatan isn't my favorite but that's just me. I feel like this is a tourist trap. I say that because tips are encouraged but the waiters and dancers are really pushy about the tips. It takes away from the experience in my opinion. The gift shop items are beautiful but pricey. I appreciated the demonstration of how the paste is made for the cochinita pibil, the woman making tortillas (5,000 per day between 2 ladies), and the ceremony with the shaman. The cenote was stunning. I liked that we were the last group of the day so it wasn't crowded. The establishment requires that life vests be worn regardless if you are swimming or just taking pics. The bathrooms and changing rooms were nice and clean. We visited the two other towns which were 30-minute stops and I felt it was enough to see what needed to be seen. I highly recommend this tour. It is worth the money and the long day.

ericlK3599SK

We were lucky to have a small group and went straight to Chichen Itza arriving early. Our tour guide was great and the site lived up to our expectations. We then were treated to a free buffet lunch along with demonstrations on Maya cooking and ceremonies. We visited Valladolid square although there wasn’t much there. We visited an amazing Cenote—you need to see one if you haven’t before. Our tour guide was very flexible and we left early so that during our visit to Izamal we could also walk up the local Maya pyramid. The last stop was the cathedral at Izamal at sunset which was great. A great day packed with great stops. Highly recommend.

beachbum082

I enjoyed the tour. Note that the Trip Advisor time is incorrect ( I got there an hour earlier) so check with the tour itself. The guide was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot. There was a slight miscommunication between them and their office but they were accommodating and managed to sort it out for me. I had a great day and a good group.

Laura_M

The Cenote and Chicen Itzá. The way the tour was set up was perfect. The guide was very knowledgeable and nice.

Lillianna_R

The tour guide was very kind and charismatic. Despite the immense amount of rain it was still an amazing experience and the cenote felt wonderful. The buffet and a box lunch were included as well as waters so not much was needed to bring. I do recommend some light snacks and a jacket though. And you do bring your own towels.

satpalkaurp2023

The vies were amazing the guide was very good and spoke in English. The only down fall was the food. I am vegetarian and asked for vegetarian soup as starter instead of the meat one, but I had chicken in the soup they gave me. Not much choice for vegetarians.

Trip729082

The tour guide took us to the WRONG Cenote. They took us to chichikan cenote. Your tour itinerary states you go to cenote ik kil. We booked this tour as we had wanted to go to this specific cenote as well as Chichen itza. After questioning the guide on the day, apparently the trip from Merida never goes to that cenote. Had we known this we would not have booked, the trip is falsely advertised. Please Refund 50% of my money

416justens

Amazing sights, the tour guide and driver were wonderful and made the process enjoyable and enlightening. I will never forget my time in Mérida/Yucatan, Mexico.

Bristoltravellers100

This tour was well the money. I was picked up in a modern comfy van and received great information about everywhere we visited. The guide spoke excellent English and ensured we were cared for well and answered all our questions. She certainly had a wealth of info about the individual places and explained well the intricacies of Chichen Itza. It is worth going on these tours as you learn so much more than you would by wandering yourself. Timings were good and we certainly got the most out of the tour - I well recommend this company for this tour.

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2024-07-02 18:10