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Exploring Yucatán on a day trip from Mérida: Chichen Itza, bathing in a Cenote and Izamal

Explore the wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula during a day trip, from Chichen Itza to the colourful city of Izamal and a swim in a Cenote!

The essentials

Explore the wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula during a day trip, from Chichen Itza to the colourful city of Izamal and a swim in a Cenote!

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Duration
10 hours
Languages
English
Spanish
Starting time
8:20 AM
Cancellation Free cancellation with conditions

Highlights

Exploring Chichen Itza, one of the seven wonders of the modern world

Swimming in a Cenote

The guided tour of Izamal

Guide, transfers and lunch included

Description

Explore the wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula for a day, from Chichen Itza to the colourful city of Izamal and a dip in a Cenote!

You'll hit the road with your guide early in the day and head to the Mayan civilization's most famous site: Chichen Itza.  You'll explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your guide and see, among other things, the famous pyramid of Kukulkán "El Castillo", the Temple of the Warriors and the astronomical observatory of El Caracol.

You'll then head off to a Cenotefor a refreshing break. Cenotes are natural sinkholes, partially filled with fresh water. You can relax in this natural pool or enjoy some snorkelling. 

The third stop of the day is the the charming town of Izamal, nicknamed the "Yellow City" due to its buildings' sunny facades. This Yucatan Peninsula city features architecture from two major historical periods: the pre-Hispanic period with its Mayan temples and Franciscan convents dating back to the colonial period. You'll also get some free time to explore city.

You'll then be driven back to your hotel or the meet-up point after a fun day in the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula.

Meeting point

Important information

  • Availability: every day (except under exceptional circumstances)
  • Departure time: 8.20 am
  • Duration: 10 hours

  • Pick-up is from hotels in central Mérida. If your hotel isn't in the city centre, you'll receive an email from our tour operator 24 hours before departure giving you a meet-up point. The meet-up point will be in central Mérida. Transfer from 7.40 am
  • Lunch is at a restaurant offering an à la carte menu
  • If you wish to take a camera to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza you'll have to pay a supplement when you arrive at the site
  • We recommend you take water, antibacterial gel, comfy clothes and shoes, sunscreen and a mosquito repellent (biodegradable if possible)
  • Essential gear: swimwear and a towel!

Included

  • Transfers from/to your hotel or meet-up point

  • The bilingual English/Spanish guide

  • Exploring the archaeological site of Chichen Itza

  • Swimming in a Cenote

  • The visit to Izamal

  • Lunch (excluding drinks)

  • Transport by air-conditioned coach

Not included

  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Any other extras

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