Playa del Carmen Trip Overview
Visit Chichén Itzá, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Ek Balam ad swim
in a cenote in one day.
You will be one of the first visitors of the day to explore one of the seven wonders of the modern world Chichen. With knowledge in archeology and Mayan culture, it will be easy for you to imagine how the Mayans once inhabited this city. As we stroll through the well preserved ruins we will tell you about Mayan mythology, philosophy and cosmology, to gain a deep understanding of the meaning behind the stone sculptures and platforms.
After admiring the views, have a break in the Cenote Saamal and get over the heat with a refreshing swim right next to its waterfall. Then we are ready to taste an amazing Mexican buffet lunch.
To end the trip, visit Ek Balam, probably one of the most important places for the Tlalol kingdom. Climb the pyramids to have a panoramic view of the Mayan jungle. After knowing all the secrets of this archeological site, you’ll have free time to explore on your own.
Additional Info
Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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Visit Chichén Itzá, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Ek Balam ad swim
in a cenote in one day.
You will be one of the first visitors of the day to explore one of the seven wonders of the modern world Chichen. With knowledge in archeology and Mayan culture, it will be easy for you to imagine how the Mayans once inhabited this city. As we stroll through the well preserved ruins we will tell you about Mayan mythology, philosophy and cosmology, to gain a deep understanding of the meaning behind the stone sculptures and platforms.
After admiring the views, have a break in the Cenote Saamal and get over the heat with a refreshing swim right next to its waterfall. Then we are ready to taste an amazing Mexican buffet lunch.
To end the trip, visit Ek Balam, probably one of the most important places for the Tlalol kingdom. Climb the pyramids to have a panoramic view of the Mayan jungle. After knowing all the secrets of this archeological site, you’ll have free time to explore on your own.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chichen Itza Mexico
With this Viator Exclusive, your early morning visit to Chichen Itza allows you to explore the site before the crowds so you can enjoy the rest of your day on the beach.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Cenote Saamal, Valladolid Mexico
Swim in a sacred Cenote
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: 20-minute drive from Valladolid on highway 295, direction Tizimin, Ek Balam Village Mexico
Have a guided visit to Ek Balam. Then you’ll have free time to explore on your own
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
