Playa del Carmen Trip Overview
Come with us on this 10 hours private tour from your hotel or place of choice in Playa del Carmen. During this day trip you will be able to visit Ek Balam, Valladolid and a cenote in Valladolid.
Ek Balam is a Mayan archaeological site in Yucatan, Mexico. It is located 30 km north of the city of Valladolid. The name Ek Balam has many meanings, but it is commonly considered as “dark or black jaguar” or “bright start-jaguar”.
After that, you will continue to Valladolid. Valladolid is located east of Yucatán, 169 km from Mérida, capital of the state of Valladolid. Its name refers to a tribute to the Iberian city since it was founded by the Spanish in 1543. In 2012, Valladolid was considered as “Magical Town of Mexico”.
During your visit on this incredible city you will explore a Cenote and also have some for a buffet meal.
At the end of the tour, your private driver and guide will take you back to your hotel in Playa del Carmen.
Additional Info
Duration: 10 hours
Starts: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Come with us on this 10 hours private tour from your hotel or place of choice in Playa del Carmen. During this day trip you will be able to visit Ek Balam, Valladolid and a cenote in Valladolid.
Ek Balam is a Mayan archaeological site in Yucatan, Mexico. It is located 30 km north of the city of Valladolid. The name Ek Balam has many meanings, but it is commonly considered as “dark or black jaguar” or “bright start-jaguar”.
After that, you will continue to Valladolid. Valladolid is located east of Yucatán, 169 km from Mérida, capital of the state of Valladolid. Its name refers to a tribute to the Iberian city since it was founded by the Spanish in 1543. In 2012, Valladolid was considered as “Magical Town of Mexico”.
During your visit on this incredible city you will explore a Cenote and also have some for a buffet meal.
At the end of the tour, your private driver and guide will take you back to your hotel in Playa del Carmen.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ek Balam Village, Ek Balam Village, Yucatan Peninsula
Take the chance of visiting the incredible Archeological Site of Ek Balam with a professional tour guide. This archeological site is composed of several temples, two big palaces and a pyramid in the center of the city. Entrance ticket is included in the price of the tour.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cenote Zaci, Calle 36 x Calle 39 y 37, Valladolid Mexico
You will visit one of the most incredible cenotes in the center of Valladolid with a private official tour guide. Here you will be able to swim in its clear waters and take amazing pictures of the cenote. Is the perfect place for relax in the middle of a noisy city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Iglesia De San Servacio, Calle 41 Centro, Valladolid Mexico
Visit one of the most importan churches in Valladolid. Your private guide will explain about the history and architecture of this incredible place.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Plaza Mayor de Valladolid, Plaza Mayor s/n, 47001 Valladolid Spain
Another stop on this unique day trip is the Main Square of Valladolid, located of course in the center of the city. Around this square you will find many restaurants and important shops. Is definitely a must on this tour.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Iglesia de la Candelaria, Calle 44 s/n Corner with 35, Plaza de la Candelaria, Valladolid 97782 Mexico
Visit another important church of the city with your private official tour guide. Take incredible photos from the outside while your guide provide interesting facts about the building. Entrance ticket is not included in the price of the tour, if you want to enter inside, the entrance ticket is 30 Mexican pesos.
Duration: 15 minutes
