Merida Trip Overview
During your visit with us you will discover the unique archaeoastronomical properties of this ancient city. You will learn also about the Mayan philosophy and traditions of this period of time, the wars and its importance for this civilization, including their justifications for the different types of human sacrifices practiced in this city and how religion affected every aspect of daily Mayan life. You will also learn about the geopolitical importance of this great city and and throughout the tour we will surprise you with curious facts, myths and legends.
If you are a lover of Mayan culture and history, we recommend visiting the Chichen Itzá archaeological zone at sunset on March 21 and / or September 22, days of the beginning of the spring and autumn equinoxes respectively. This natural phenomenon lasts approximately 45 minutes from its beginning to its culmination.
A unique and unbeatable astronomical show that you cannot miss!
Additional Info
Duration: 9 hours
Starts: Merida, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
During your visit with us you will discover the unique archaeoastronomical properties of this ancient city. You will learn also about the Mayan philosophy and traditions of this period of time, the wars and its importance for this civilization, including their justifications for the different types of human sacrifices practiced in this city and how religion affected every aspect of daily Mayan life. You will also learn about the geopolitical importance of this great city and and throughout the tour we will surprise you with curious facts, myths and legends.
If you are a lover of Mayan culture and history, we recommend visiting the Chichen Itzá archaeological zone at sunset on March 21 and / or September 22, days of the beginning of the spring and autumn equinoxes respectively. This natural phenomenon lasts approximately 45 minutes from its beginning to its culmination.
A unique and unbeatable astronomical show that you cannot miss!
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chichen Itza, Chichen Itza, Yucatan Peninsula
We will leave the city of Mérida towards the east of Yucatán, 120 kilometers away we will find the legendary Mayan city of Chichén Itzá, a World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO since 1988 and a Wonder of the World since 2007. This imposing city stood out as a cultural center and politician of the old Mayan civilization and was one of the most extensive settlements in the north-central part of the Yucatan peninsula. In its heyday, it was the most powerful city in the region.
This archaeological zone is home to the most imposing work of all: The castle or pyramid of Kukulkán, where twice a year, during the spring and autumn equinoxes, a magical play of light and shadow creates the appearance of a snake that gradually descends. down one of the stairs of the pyramid to complete the emblematic feathered serpent, a phenomenon that marks the beginning of the seasons.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Yaxuna, Yaxuna, Yucatan Peninsula
¨MAYAN TRADITIONS¨
Visiting YAXUNAH Mayan Community is your opportunity to do ¨Community Tourism¨ and make a cultural immersion in a living Mayan town…
– You will learn how to cook the most traditional meal of Yucatan, cochinita pibil, the ancestral Mayan food cooked in the oven under the ground better known as buried food.
– On a bike you can visit the sustainable milpa, the ancestral Mayan plantations and learn about its techniques and also have a tasting of pozoles, the ancestral Mayan corn-based drink.
– You can also visit the artisans workshops, where you can watch them work and learn about the techniques how to make a handmade hammock.
– At the end of this experience, you can visit archeological site of Yaxunah or cool off in the blue waters of the open and beautiful cenote of the community and return to enjoy the Mayan food you prepare with the Mayan ladies of this community.
After visiting the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá you can choose this option.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Tsukán Santuario de Vida, Carretera Piste – Yokdzonot, 97751 Pisté, Yuc., Mexico
¨TZUKAN SANTUARIO DE VIDA¨
– You will visit a semi-open cenote, where you will refresh yourself in its fresh and sweet turquoise and crystalline waters or simply relax while you learn its history.
– This Santuario is amazing because you could have the opportunity to witness a mayan ritual or learn about the antiques mayan urban garden.
– At the end you will finish this experience with a delicious and traditional lunch where you will taste all mayan flavors and discover part of its tradition.
After visiting the archaeological site of Chichén Itzá you can choose this option.
Duration: 3 hours
