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3N Playa del Carmen | 2N Mérida | 2N Palenque | 2N Flores | 2N San Ignacio | 2N Caye Caulker
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Wi-Fi The Mayan Discovery Tour is a well-balanced and richly layered journey. It takes you through the heartland of one of the world's most fascinating ancient civilisations. This 14-day Mayan history tour passes through Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.
It combines archaeological wonders, dense jungles, vibrant colonial cities, and tranquil Caribbean islands into one smooth experience. The Mayan ruins tour begins with your arrival in Playa del Carmen. It quickly immerses you in Mayan history with guided tours of Uxmal, Chichén Itzá, Palenque, and the awe-inspiring jungle city of Tikal.
Expert local guides bring these ancient sites to life, interpreting temples, pyramids, ceremonial plazas, and sacred rituals that shaped Mayan society for centuries. Along the way, you will come across UNESCO World Heritage Sites, remote jungle landscapes, and notable preserved stone monuments dating back over two millennia.
Beyond the ruins, the ancient Mayan civilization tour offers diverse natural experiences, from swimming in cenotes to visiting thundering waterfalls and exploring holy caves filled with ancient artefacts. Cultural encounters, such as pottery demonstrations and local cuisine, provide meaningful insights into present-day Mayan communities.
The Mayan archaeological sites tour slows in Belize, where San Ignacio's caves and ceremonial centres give way to the easygoing charm of Caye Caulker. Here, snorkelling with marine life, sunset sailing, and island relaxation provide the perfect contrast to the historical intensity of earlier days.
The Mayan Discovery Tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, culturally curious travellers, and first-time visitors to the region. It is thoughtfully paced tour blends discovery with comfort, offering an in-depth and rewarding exploration of the Mayan world.
Discover Chichén Itzá, Uxmal, Palenque, and Tikal. Explore sacred caves and jungle waterfalls and cross borders through Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. Snorkel Hol Chan Marine Reserve and relax on the Caribbean island of Caye Caulker.
Arrive either at the Cancún International Airport or the Tulum International Airport. These airports are 55 km and 104 km from the city of Playa del Carmen. Receive a warm greeting at the airport.
After a brief introduction and a few formalities, our representative will take you to the hotel in a private vehicle. Check into the hotel and unwind.
Overnight Stay - Playa del Carmen
Get out of bed a little earlier and refresh yourself. Ride a private vehicle to leave Playa del Carmen for Mérida. It is around a 3-hour journey. On the way, stop at Chichén Itzá. Here, explore Mayan ruins with our guide. The guide will explain about stone carvings and stepped pyramids. Rituals and local beliefs define the ancient Mayan Civilisation.
During your exploration of this site, you will encounter a high temple known as the Pyramid of Kukulcan. This temple features towering walls, a ball court, a grandstand, and the cenote. After that, continue to Mérida. This city is the capital of the Yucatán State. Check into the hotel and unwind. Meet the local guide in the evening.
Overnight Stay - Mérida
After breakfast, begin city exploration with our friendly local guide. First, visit the Uxmal ruins. Uxmal was founded in 700 AD. This city was home to around 25,000 Mayans and lies 65 km from Mérida. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After that, visit the Pyramid of the Magician and the Kabah.
In the latter part of the day, swim in underground pools (cenotes), enjoy bird-watching in Celestun, relax at beaches in Progreso, walk around the town, or enjoy a ride on the PUUC Route. As the sun sets, return to your hotel.
Overnight Stay - Mérida
Have your morning refreshments and be ready for the journey to Palenque. It can be a full-day journey in a private, air-conditioned vehicle that takes you through the lush jungle of Chiapas. To sort it out, you can take or request a domestic flight.
After arriving in Palenque, check in at the hotel, get into your room, and unwind. If time and your body permit, step out of the hotel and explore the area. It will help you get a sense of a new place in Mexico. As you prefer, dine at a local restaurant and return to your hotel.
Overnight Stay - Palenque
After enjoying your morning refreshments, begin exploring Palenque's Mayan ruins with our local guide. While exploring this site, you will come across the Temple of Inscriptions, the Grand Palace, and the Temple of the Cross Group. The guide will explain the significance and history of this site.
After this exploration, you are free to participate in optional activities. Based on available daylight and your preference, choose a jungle trail hike or the Roberto Barrios Waterfalls. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight Stay - Palenque
Have breakfast at the hotel, then drive to Flores in a private vehicle. The journey passes through the jungle, crosses Guatemala, and takes you to Flores. Before checking into the hotel, explore the island of Flores and Lake Petén Itzá.
Overnight Stay - Flores
After morning refreshments, drive to the Tikal archaeological site. Walk along the Tikal ruins with our local guide. This Mayan site lies in the heart of Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It features plazas, temples, public squares, carved stone monuments, and 3,000 buildings. All these date back to 600 BC.
In the latter part of the day, swim or relax at Lake Petén Itzá. Swimming will help you unwind from the day's visit. Come back to your hotel and rest for the whole night.
Overnight Stay - Flores
Drive to San Ignacio after crossing the border at Belize. On the way, experience a pottery demonstration. Then, taste the local delicacies prepared by the staff of the women's pottery cooperative. Keep moving to Belize. It is a countryside town with a Caribbean flavour. By the afternoon or late evening, arrive in San Ignacio.
Overnight Stay - San Ignacio
The 9th day is for visiting Actun Tunichil Muknal (a holy Mayan cave) and enjoying optional activities. Have your morning refreshments and drive to the cave site. This cave has been open for the general public and tourists since 1998. It has 1,400 artifacts, including tools, pottery, and vessels used by the Mayan people.
From its entrance, you take 45 minutes to explore the entire Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave. The cave features ancient calcite formations, deep pools, and Crystal Maiden's skeleton. Before entering the cave, tie a lamp on your head. It will help you see everything clearly. Our local guide will explain whatever you encounter on this cave hike.
Come out of the cave and have a short break for some refreshments. After that, experience optional activities. Based on your choice and time availability, explore the Mountain Pine Ridge area, visit the Maya Ceremonial Centre of Xunantunich, enjoy a horse ride, or experience Barton Creek Cave Canoeing. Return to the hotel.
Overnight Stay - San Ignacio
After breakfast, start your journey to Caye Caulker. It is an easygoing and relaxed island. Its residents are welcoming and friendly. After arrival, check into your hotel and rest for a while. Have your lunch. If time allows, ride a snorkel boat to Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Come back to your hotel and sleep soundly to prepare yourself for the next day's exploration.
Overnight Stay - Caye Caulker
On the 11th day, dedicate yourself to exploring Caye Caulker. Start your day with a visit to Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Here, snorkel with green turtles, stingrays, and nurse sharks. Based on your choice, hire a bike to explore the site or relax in a Belizean style. In the middle of the day, stop at a place to have your lunch.
In the latter part, try your hand at fishing and enjoy a sunset sailing boat tour. As the dark starts to grip the area, return to your hotel after enjoying a local dish at a nearby restaurant.
Overnight Stay - Caye Caulker
After enjoying your morning refreshments, leave Caye Caulker for Playa del Carmen, the last stop of this adventure tour. Ride a water taxi to reach Playa del Carmen. It is a 45-minute drive south of Cancun.
After reaching Playa del Carmen, take a ferry to explore the reefs, turquoise waters, and towns of the island. Return to the city of Playa del Carmen. Check into your hotel.
Overnight Stay - Playa del Carmen
The 13th day is free to explore Mayan ruins and enjoy optional activities in Playa del Carmen. After breakfast, drive to Tulúm. Constructed in the late 13th century, it is the ruin site of the Mayan Civilisation. It features numerous limestone structures. Within the site area, visit El Castillo, the Temple of Frescoes, and enjoy time at the beach.
In the latter part of the day, explore Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, visit a cenote, or enjoy Tequila Testing. If you wish, enjoy Coco Bongo Disco and Show at night. After watching the show, return to your hotel.
Overnight Stay - Playa del Carmen
On the last day of this Mayan Discovery Tour, have your morning refreshments and drive to the Cancún International Airport. Within two hours, you will reach the airport. Board the designated flight and depart for the central city of your country.
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