Tours and Trips in Merida

Enjoy a private tour of Sotuta de Peon Hacienda, a restoration project where visitors can experience what the massive agave plantation was like in its heyday. Travel back in time as you learn about the transformation from plant to fiber. Doubling as a hotel, Sotuta de Peon features beautifully-manicured grounds, private cenotes, and a fantastic restaurant where you will enjoy a buffet lunch.

Discover both the Yucatan capital of Merida and Dzibilchaltun - an ancient Mayan archeological site - on a shore excursion from your Progreso port of call. Begin with a sightseeing tour of Merida, the peninsula's cultural center. View the elegant 19th century mansions along its Paseo de Montejo and pay a visit to the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya - an artifact-filled museum dedicated to Mayan civilization. Next explore the Dzibilchaltun ruins and its intriguing Temple of the Dolls. You can even go for a swim onsite before returning to port.

Immerse yourself in the legendary beauty of Campeche on an enriching full-day excursion from Merida. Accompanied by a professional guide, travel by luxury vehicle to the quaint village of Becal to admire its charming 17th-century church and the enormous monument dedicated to sombreros. Continue to Campeche, an ancient walled city on the rugged coast of the Gulf of Mexico, and gaze at the colossal fortress of Fuerte San Miguel, now a Mayan Archeological Museum. Revitalize with a delicious lunch, explore the historical district of the city, and see the impressive Campeche Cathedral before returning to Merida.

Explore Mayan ruins, mysterious caves, and a 400-year-old convent on this all-day guided tour. Make the most of limited time in the Yucatan with convenient hotel pickup. Visit the Mayan city of Mayapán and learn its history from an informative guide. Check out the San Miguel Arcangel convent, be awed by the caves of Lol Tun, and enjoy a delicious lunch"”included in the tour price"”of traditional Mayan dishes.

The best tour you can book if you want to know more about yucatan and its culture, the state has a lot to explore, so if you are determined to visit it you can not miss this Tour.Uxmal: Surrounded by legends, myths and anecdotes; poetic in its name and its history, is located in the valley of Santa Elena next to a series of hills that are known by the name of Puuc.Kabah: It is located 23 km southeast of Uxmal by road no. 261; taking the deviation to the right at km 16, very close to the city of Ticul, his name has been interpreted as "Lord of the strong or powerful hand". Merida: "The white city" is distinguished by being quiet and its inhabitants friendly and hospitable. Merida was founded on January 6, 1542, and built on the Mayan city of Toh.Izamal: This colonial city is known as "the city of the three cultures" because it combines features of its pre-Hispanic past, the colonial period and the current era. It is located 1 hour from Merida.

Set out from your Progreso port of call for an on shore excursion of Uxmal, an ancient Mayan ceremonial site about 50 miles south of Merida that is renowned for the Puuc architectural style of its ruins. Spend your day touring this UNESCO World Heritage Site, visiting such remarkable structures as the Pyramid of the Magician and the Governor's Palace and learning the history of this once-flourishing city from your knowledgable guide. Enjoy a box lunch on your return trip to port.

Mexico has 35 cities with "magical" designation. Take a private tour of one of them, Izamel, known "the city of the three cultures" due to its Mayan, Colonial, and Mayan traditions. The first thing you will notice is that the entire town - market, buildings, convent, everything - is painted a cheery shade of yellow. Visit the highlights, including a beautiful convent, with your expert guide while you learn more about this enchanting city. After a buffet lunch, head back to Merida.

Explore the ancient Mayan cities of Cobá and Tulum on a two-day guided tour from Cancún. After convenient hotel pickup, head to Cobá, once among the largest cities in the Mayan world. Borrow a bike"”included in the tour price"”and pedal between pyramids. Enjoy lunch (also included) and take a refreshing dip in a cenote. Tour Tulum with an archaeologist and learn about its ancient paintings and important buildings.

If your time in Mexico is limited, tick off three top attractions in one day on this private 9-hour tour from Cancun. Save time by travelling to Chichen Itza "” one of the New7Wonders of the World "” in an air-conditioned vehicle and take a personalized tour of the UNESCO-listed site. Plunge into the Ik-Kil cenote for a refreshing swim and visit the colonial town of Valladolid. Lunch and round-trip transport from your Cancun hotel are included.

Explore the ancient ruins of Coba, including early morning access with an archeologist guide. Take this Viator exclusive tour, which can't be booked anywhere else, to discover one of Mexico's most spectacular ruins during this all-day excursion. Enjoy lunch and round-trip transportation from Cancun hotels. Climb Nohoch Mul, the tallest pyramid on the Yucatán Peninsula while learning about one of the largest settlements during the Classic period from your knowledgable guide. Swim in the refreshing waters at Aktun Chen cenote to cool off.

Explore Chichen Itza in style with a private guide and transportation in a deluxe SUV. During this outing from Cancun, travel to these ancient Mayan ruins, one of the New7Wonders of the World. Walk through the ruins with your guide, listening to commentary about ancient Mayan traditions and culture. Spend some free time exploring on your own and taking photos of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Appreciate the personalized attention and flexible itinerary on this private tour. Stop at Cenote Ik Kil for a refreshing dip, then enjoy a buffet lunch before heading back to Cancun.

Merida was founded by the Spaniard Francisco de Montejo on January 6, 1542, however the Mayan Indians had a large city known as T'ho long before the Spaniards arrived, The stones of said city were used to build the Santa Iglesia de la Catedral, located in the zócalo. Here you can also see the La Casa de Montejo, the Government Palace and the Municipal Palace.Merida is also known as the white city with its main avenue Paseo de Montejo. Chichen Itzá, the most important and renowned vestige of the Mayan civilization. In 1988 it was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco and in 2007 it was chosen as one of the New Seven Wonders of the Modern World. the Cenote Ik-Kil.  Optional: Optional visit to Tulum & Xel-ha: Our all-inclusive tour to Tulum and Xel-há includes a visit to the Mayan ruin of Tulum as well as the the adventure in Xel-há one of the most famous ecotourism parks of Quintana Roo, a perfect mix of adventure, culture and fun.

This private tour includes two major archaeological attractions of the ancient Maya plus swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Ik-Kil (Sacred Blue Cenote). With a personal guide you'll explore Chichen Itza, designated one of the New7Wonders of the World, and climb the Yucatán's tallest pyramid at Coba: Nohoch Muul. Hear informative commentary and dine on a buffet lunch, with private hotel transport included from Cancun.

Visit two premier Maya archaeological sites in one day: Tulum and Coba. Admire breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea while exploring the Tulum ruins with a certified guide, then climb to the top of  Nohoch Muul, the Yucatán's tallest pyramid at Coba. You'll hear stories at a local Maya community and sit down for a regionally inspired lunch. Transport is provided from Cancun.

Marvel at thousands of vibrant pink flamingos during an idyllic boat ride on a full-day tour of the spectacular Celestun Wildlife Refuge from Merida. During your excursion, observe some of the 225 mammal species that inhabit the beautiful Biosphere reserve, gazing at pelicans, flamingos and fish as a knowledgeable guide directs your attention. Cruise through atmospheric mangroves before reclining on the soft sands of a local beach. An intimate experience is guaranteed on this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 25 people.

Enjoy a private tour to two main archaeological sites in the Yucatan Peninsula: Uxmal and Kabah. Accompanied by a professional guide, you'll tour these places and discover all about the richness of the Maya civilization. As you arrive, enjoy the tranquility of the places without large crowds, making this a not-to-be-missed experience. Your tour includes transportation and lunch.

Enjoy a sampling of the Yucatan's offerings on this private tour from Merida. An expert guide picks you up from your hotel and provides context and historical background for the things you will see throughout the day. Explore the archaeological site of Uxmal. Then, visit Hacienda Sotuta de Peon, a sprawling, elegant plantation-style resort with lush gardens and a cenote. Relax and enjoy the surroundings before heading back to the city.

Enjoy exclusive access to Chichen Itza on this day shore excursion from Progreso port, just north of Merida. Skip the lines with immediate entry through Mayaland Resort, then join a knowledgable guide for an in-depth tour of this renowned UNESCO-listed archaeological park. Learn its history as an ancient Mayan capital while exploring such ruins as the Great Ball Court - Mesoamerica's largest - and the imposing Temple of the Jaguars. Afterward, spend an hour exploring on your own before returning to port via Mercedes minivan.