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Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida


Discover the archaeological areas of Uxmal and Kabah with a full tour accompanied by a certified guide. Walk through structures that highlight the Puuc style of the area and keep mysteries and legends. Marvel at the Puuc style.
Visit the Chocolate Museum (Choco Story).Entrance fee is already included. Learn about the ancient history of cocoa, from its origins, distribution and uses around the world, to ancient Mayan methods of preparation. Walk through the museum and visit the botanical gardens with cocoa trees. Complement your visit with a tour of the animal shelter, where you can admire endemic wildlife rescued. Visit to the meliponium and a play area for children.
Duration: 9 hours.

Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History


This Mayan Culture adventure will take us to the Ruins of Uxmal, this site has multiple structures that have been well preserved. You can even climb some structures. Our guide will take us back in history with a guided tour and then free time to keep exploring and taking photos

Our next stop will be at the Kabah Ruins, our guide will teach us about the reasoning the Mayans had when they were building everything among other interesting facts. There is also free time and guided time!

Now it's time to enjoy a 3 course meal at a Mexican restaurant! It's time to move on to the last stop

To finish the adventure, we'll visit an Artisanal Mayan Chocolate Factory, here authentic mayan people will teach us the ways to create chocolate. There will be a tasting and also a Mayan Ceremony!
Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes.

Private Tour UXMAL Ruins and Chocolate Museum plus Cenote


On this tour you will go deep into the mountains of the ¨Ruta Puuc¨ and discover UXMAL. This ancient Mayan city is decorated with highly detailed sculptures, buildings made with thousands of small stones perfectly polished and adjusted to geometric mosaics of a perfection not found in the entire Mayan area. You can go up to the top of one of the buildings to enjoy the impressive view it offers!
We will continue our tour visiting the Cacao Museum, where you will travel back in time to an era of splendor of the Mayan people. You will be able to witness the original preparation of the hot chocolate and discover the taste of this ancient drink, an extraordinary experience for your senses!
Before returning to Merida, we will make an stop to discover an amazing cenote, a unique and memorable place you cannot miss during you visit to Yucatan.
You will have free time to enjoy the Yucatecan food in a regional restaurant.
Duration: 8 hours.

Cultural Day in Uxmal, Kabah Ruin from Mérida Tour


Discover 2 of the most important archaeological sites of the Peninsula in a professional tour, during a few hours where you will learn more about the wonderful Mayan culture and enjoy its archeology (Uxmal & Kabah). Takes impressive photos of the archaeological zone and the beautiful cenote with an amazing view of its crystalline and shallow waters. Don't miss this opportunity!

We will continue the tour in an interactive chocolate museum, where you will learn about the chocolate process and why not if you want you can buy handmade chocolate or a souvenir.

Do not hesitate and take this tour that you will never forget!
Duration: 9 to 10 hours.

Tour to Archaeological Uxmal


On the tour you visit the city of Uxmal with an approximate time of 2 hours to enjoy each part of the archaeological zone, in which you can enjoy the landscape and the magnificent pyramids.
Visit the chocolate museum to learn about the history of cocoa.
Tour of the beautiful archaeological area of Kabah where you can see various pyramids such as the palace group, the triumphal arch among others.
Duration: 5 hours.

Amazing Trip to Uxmal, Chocolate Museum from Mérida


In this tour you will visit 3 spots: Uxmal, Kabah y Chocolate Museum

After a dip you can enrich your knowledge about the Mayan culture by visiting one of the most important archaeological sites in the region, Uxmal is considered one of the great mysteries of the Mayans because its name means "built three times" which indicates that it could have been a refuge for different civilizations, here you can have a guided tour and free time to explore.

Continuing with the route of our tour, we will go to a chocolate museum where you will learn about the process of chocolate and why not if you want you can buy handmade chocolate or a souvenir.
Duration: 10 hours.

5-Day Riviera Maya and Yucatan Tour, Mexico


Our 5-day tour of the Yucatan Peninsula will take you to discover the best of this region full of history and natural beauty.

Explore stunning Mayan archaeological areas such as Chichen Itza and Uxmal, marvel at the colonial architecture of Izamal, Valladolid and Merida, and relax in the crystal clear waters of the cenotes.

You will enjoy authentic local gastronomy and delve into Mayan culture as you tour ancient haciendas.

This unique experience is designed to combine adventure, culture and comfort, ensuring an unforgettable trip.
Duration: 5 days.

Private Tour:Uxmal, Choco-Story Museum & Hacienda Yaxcopoil by Yucatan Concierge


Enjoy this tour full of history departing from the city of Mérida.
The visit begins in the archaeological zone of Uxmal accompanied by an expert guide. You will continue to the Choco-Story museum where you will learn about the history of chocolate in our region.
The last stop will be at Hacienda Yaxcopoil where you will get to know the splendor of the henequen era. Experience this tour at your own time. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

Private 2 Day Yucatan Peninsula Highlights Tour Chichen Itza Ik-kil Merida and Uxmal


Visit the most important ancient Mayan towns in the Yucatan Peninsula including Chichen Itza and Uxmal, as well as the capital of Yucatan: Merida. Swim in the crystal waters of Ik-KIl cenote, learn about cacao-making process and the colonial lifestyle. This tour will allow you to b become a real expert in the Maya culture in only 2 days.
Duration: 2 days.

One-Day Tour to Uxmal, Choco Museum, & an Open Cenote


Visit the archeological site of Uxmal + a chocolate museum + a beautiful cenote with crystal-clear waters, all in one day on a private tour from Merida.

The first stop of the tour will be the archeological site of Uxmal. This is an ancient Mayan City, as important as others like Chichen Itza, Palenque, and Tikal. This big city used to control over 350 villages around.

You will fall in love with the pyramids, history, and legacy of this city. Then come with us to a chocolate museum, to understand why cacao was so important for the Mayas.

Cacao has been used as a type of money to exchange goods, some chocolate-based beverages were given only to governors as this was a direct connection with their gods.

Finally, at the end of the tour, visit one of the most mesmerizing cenotes in the region. This is an open-type cenote with turquoise waters. Swim, relax, and enjoy.

This tour is the best way to know Merida, its culture, heritage, history, archeology, gastronomy, and nature.
Duration: 8 hours.

2-Day Private Guided Tour to The Heart of Yucatan with Pickup


This private 2-day tour will allow you to dive into the history, culture and life of the Yucatan Peninsula.

We start the tour picking you up at your hotel and go to visit Chichen-Itza, swim in the cenote Ik Kil, and move to the capital of Yucatan Peninsula, Merida City. You will have a guided city tour there and after making a check in in the hotel, you have a whole evening to enjoy a real colonial Mexican city.

The second day begins with breakfast in the hotel and visit of Uxmal archeological site. The following stop is the cacao museum and you will visit an ancient mysterious Manor called Yashkopoil. Then, the last place in our program is we will visit the Yellow Small Town of Izamal.
Duration: 2 days.

8 Days Private Exclusive Tour - All Shades of Mexico


Embark on an extraordinary 8-day odyssey exploring Mexico's cultural tapestry and natural wonders. Your journey begins in the vibrant heart of Mexico City, weaving through the historical charm of Puebla and the coastal allure of Veracruz. Traverse the ancient wonders of Villahermosa, marvel at the enigmatic relics of La Venta, and wander through the mystical ruins of Yaxchilan and Misol-ha.

Palenque beckons with its archaeological splendor, a gateway to Mayan mystique, while Campeche reveals its colonial elegance. Merida, a blend of Spanish and Mayan heritage, leads to the awe-inspiring Uxmal and the iconic Chichen-Itza, where history comes alive. Take a refreshing plunge into the crystal-clear cenote Ik-Kil and explore the enchanting town of Valladolid.

Finally, unwind in the sun-kissed paradise of Cancun or the Riviera Maya, where turquoise waters meet pristine beaches. This meticulously crafted journey promises not just destinations but immersive experiences.
Duration: 8 days.

8-Day Tour through the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico


Vive Mayan Tours is a tour operator with over 10 years of experience in organizing exclusive routes across the Yucatán Peninsula, based in Playa del Carmen.

We specialize in offering unique experiences that combine the cultural, natural, and archaeological richness of the region, steering away from mass tourism.

We have certified guides, authorized tourist vehicles, and a highly skilled team to ensure the safety, comfort, and satisfaction of our clients, providing tours filled with learning and adventure.
Duration: 8 days.