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From Mérida: Uxmal and Sotuta de Peon Hacienda Tour w/Lunch

1. From Mérida: Uxmal and Sotuta de Peon Hacienda Tour w/Lunch

Begin the trip along the Puuc Route, in the ancient city of Uxmal, declared World Heritage. It is one of the most important cities of the Mayan world together with Chichen Itza. Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch of local food. Head next to Sotuta de Peón and discover a historic hacienda. Swim in the underground cenote and you will learn about the soda production process based on Henequen.

From Mérida: Uxmal, Hacienda Yaxcopoi, Cenote Tour

2. From Mérida: Uxmal, Hacienda Yaxcopoi, Cenote Tour

Discover the ancient mysteries of Uxmal, one of the most legendary archeological sites in the Yucatan Peninsula, on a full-day tour from Merida; as you gain insight from your knowledgeable guide, and discover the rich legacy left by the Mayan civilization. Your first stop will be Yaxcopoil Hacienda where you can visit the interior of the hacienda, it has its origin in the parcels on the arrival of the Spaniards, it is usually included houses of important value architecture and other minor buildings focused on the works of the field, built in the age of splendor of green gold. Next visit Uxmal, known to many by way of legend, myth, or anecdote, and visit the pyramid of the Magician, and the Governer’s Palace. Afterward, you will visit a cenote which is an underground type of water deposit, where you can enjoy its crystalline waters.

From Mérida: Uxmal, Hacienda Yaxcopoil and Cenote with Lunch

3. From Mérida: Uxmal, Hacienda Yaxcopoil and Cenote with Lunch

Explore the rich culture and heritage of Mexico on a day trip to Uxmal, Yaxcopoil, and Cenote Peba. Benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off in Mérida, and enjoy a delicious lunch during the tour. After pickup from selected hotels, head to Hacienda Yaxcopoil, a colonial estate. Admire the arched buildings of this country house, wander through the large halls, and see the original furnishings. Stroll in the lush gardens and learn about the hacienda’s history, from its origins to the henequen industry. Continue back in time to the pre-Hispanic era, with a guided tour of Uxmal. Discover the features and architectural style that make this Mayan archaeological site unique. Climb the Pyramid of the Fortune Teller, see the Quadrangle of the Nuns, and enter the Governor’s Palace. Stop to enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant, before continuing to Cenote Peba. Cool down with a swim in the beautiful cenote, soak in the natural beauty, and feel the benefits of this mineral-filled water on your skin. At the end of your tour, you’ll be dropped off back at your hotel.

Uxmal: Private Plantations Tour in a Vintage Land Rover

4. Uxmal: Private Plantations Tour in a Vintage Land Rover

Embark on an expedition through the estate grounds of Hacienda Uxmal and take in the beauty of the Mayan Jungle. Take the wheel of a Land Rover Defender Classic to drive through the plantations with your private group and tour the buildings and surrounding Yucatan jungle with a private guide. Pick up the keys to your vintage Land Rover and take a quick test drive to make sure your travels go smoothly. Follow your guide to discover unique spots in the Mayan region of Yucatan, full of dense jungles and traditional Mexican architecture. Reach Hacienda Uxmal for a tour inside its grandiose structures and surrounding plantations that still bear organic fruits and vegetables. See a mix of well-kept facilities and ancient ruins and hear about the history of this Hacienda, or estate, that’s been running since its establishment in 1673. Make your way to a lookout point for panoramic views of the Mayan jungle with the peak of the Uxmal Mayan Pyramids on the horizon. Spend some free time driving around the estate before heading back. Make a quick final stop at nearby citrus groves for a tasting of organic seasonal fruits.

Uxmal: Vintage Land Rover Expedition to Uxmal Cenotes

5. Uxmal: Vintage Land Rover Expedition to Uxmal Cenotes

Embark on an adventurous expedition through the wilds of the Yucatán jungle in Uxmal on board a vintage Land Rover. Discover the natural wonder of cenotes while admiring local wildlife and scenery. Take advantage of included entry to 2 cenotes. Meet your guide, then hop on a classic Land Rover vehicle for an unforgettable experience inside the Yucatán jungle. Prepare to cross the same adventurous paths taken by the first explorers in the area. Visit 2 cenotes, where you’ll experience magical entrances to another world and the fountain of life for the Mayans. Choose to swim and refresh yourself in their clear and fresh underground waters before the end of your experience.

From Merida: Uxmal Light and Sound Night Experience Tour

6. From Merida: Uxmal Light and Sound Night Experience Tour

Watch the ancient city of Uxmal come back to life at night on this tour experience with lunch. Take off from Merida to discover the Uxmal archaeological zone through Echoes of Uxmal, a light and sound show that uses video mapping to give you a new perspective of Uxmal. Uxmal is undoubtedly one of the most important archaeological zones in the state of Yucatan. On this tour, meet majestic buildings such as the Great Ball Court, the Pyramid of the Fortune Teller, the Quadrangle of the Nuns, and many more. Come night, witness the story of Uxmal through a magical show of lights and sounds. See a play of light shadows projecting to illuminate the city ruins as the narrative of the ancient city comes to life right before your eyes.

Uxmal with Private Guide and Transportation from Merida

7. Uxmal with Private Guide and Transportation from Merida

You will be picked up from your hotel in Merida at the time of your preference aboard a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle. Go directly from your hotel to Uxmal’s Archaeological Site, known by many as place of legend and myth. It is situated within a series of hills known as the Puuc or “mountainous area” in the Mayan language.  In this amazing archaeological site a private bilingual guide will take you to explore colossal constructions like the Magicians Pyramid, the Governors Palace, the Dove’s Temple and the Nuns Quadrangle. The archaeological structures and buildings located throughout Uxmal are ornamented with geometrical figures and masks of the rain god, Chaac. The rain god was considered by the Maya people as one of the most important of their deities. After your visit you will have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch at the restaurants of either the beautiful Hacienda Uxmal or in the gardens of the Lodge at Uxmal surrounded by unique Maya Palapas (at your own expense). Visit the Choco Story Museum to learn about the history of cocoa, its importance to the Mayas, the way it is cultivated and the traditional process to make chocolate. You will return to your hotel in Merida at your time of preference aboard a private Mercedes Benz vehicle.

Cancun: 3-Day Ek Balam, Chichen Itza, Uxmal & Pueblos Tour

8. Cancun: 3-Day Ek Balam, Chichen Itza, Uxmal & Pueblos Tour

Welcome to a 3-day adventure in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico! Day 1 Begins with a 30-minute pickup service to the ancient Ek Balam ruins, where a 2.5 hour tour explores the rich history of the Mayan civilization. Then, visit the Chichikan Cenote for a 2-hour immersion in local traditions, food, and crystal-clear waters. After a 45-minute stop in the "Yellow City" of Izamal, end the day with a city tour in Merida. Day 2 Starts with a 30-minute pickup to the Uxmal ruins for a 1 hour and 45 minute tour, followed by a visit to the Sotuta de Peon Hacienda for a 2 hour tour and typical meal. After a 45-minute cenote swim, end the day with free leisure time in Merida. Day 3 Begins with a 30-minute pickup to Chichen Itza, a 2 hour and 45-minute tour of the famous ruins, followed by a 45-minute stop in Valladolid and a visit to a breathtaking cenote for a meal and leisure time. After a 2-hour journey back, the 3-day adventure ends with memories to last a lifetime.

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What people are saying about Uxmal

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 37 reviews

It was a great day with many impressions. The tour guide himself was Maya and was able to explain a lot to us about the culture, history and language. Uxmal is beautiful and should definitely be at the top of your Mexico itinerary.

This tour is just perfect if you want to cover the most important sites around Mérida. Especially less crowded Uzmal was spectecular. Our tour guide Israel had a lot of interesting stories to tell. It was fantastic!

Entrance to Uxmal is a bit expensive (~ 20 €) but the site is magnificent! Our guide Israel was excellent and showed us the beautiful Merida cemetery as we left town.

Our guide, Gabriel, was great. Very knowledgeable and diligent in taking us from one point of interest to the other.

It was a great day. Very smooth. Israel was a great guide.