Cancun Trip Overview
● Learn about the ancient Maya civilization and its people’s history and culture in this full day tour
● Visit the ruins of the once bustling epicenter that was Chichen Itza
● Explore the quaint and charming towns of Piste and Tekom
● Cook and taste age-old Maya recipes with a local family
● Witness ancient beekeeping practices in a local bee farm
Additional Info
Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Cancun, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico
● Learn about the ancient Maya civilization and its people’s history and culture in this full day tour
● Visit the ruins of the once bustling epicenter that was Chichen Itza
● Explore the quaint and charming towns of Piste and Tekom
● Cook and taste age-old Maya recipes with a local family
● Witness ancient beekeeping practices in a local bee farm
Itinerary
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Stop At: Chichen Itza, Chichen Itza, Yucatan Peninsula
The ancient Maya civilization was one of the most dominant and sophisticated indigenous civilizations in Mesoamerica. Learn about the Maya people’s complex history, day to day lives, and more in this full day tour.
Chichen Itza: We’ll start the day’s adventure with a pick up from your accommodations. Then we’ll make our way to the famous Chichen Itza. We’ll go on a guided tour of the once bustling complex, and learn about the rich history, religion, culture, and daily life of the Maya.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Piste, Piste, Yucatan Peninsula
Mayan Towns: After soaking up all that information, we’ll visit the quaint and charming towns of Piste and Tekom. We’ll explore some of the larger settlements in the area and note the evolution of the towns throughout the years. We’ll also stop by Jardin Alak and marvel at the lush greenery and tranquility of the garden.
Cooking Class: Then we’ll join a local family as they teach us how to cook age-old recipes passed on by generations. With the help of our friendly instructors, we’ll whip up some tasty local fare and even get to bring home some original recipes.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Yucatan, Mexico
Witness ancient beekeeping practices in a local bee farm
Duration: 1 hour
