Private Tour to Ek Balam and Valladolid: Pyramids, Culture and Food

Cancun, Mexico
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Duration10h
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore history in Ek Balam, where you can climb the Main Pyramid and enjoy a spectacular view of the Mayan jungle. This archaeological site stands out for its impressive architecture and ancient sculpted reliefs that adorn temples and palaces. An expert guide will take you through this walled city, revealing its hidden secrets, including the Acropolis and its monster-mouthed entrance.

Afterwards, enjoy free time in the Magic Village of Valladolid, where you will taste a typical meal in the restaurant El Atrio, overlooking the Temple of San Servacio.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Sunshade
  • 1 Bottle of Water per Person
  • Typical Yucatec Food in Restaurant El Atrio
  • Entrance fees to the Ek Balam archaeological site
  • Tips
  • Drinks in the restaurant

What to expect

  1. Ek Balam
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Welcome to Ek Balam which means “black or dark Jaguar” in the Mayan language; an impressive Mayan archaeological site that was once a powerful walled city where you can climb the main pyramid and enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view of the Yucatec jungle.
    The history and secrets of Ek Balam come to life as you explore its structures and learn about the ceremonial and political importance of this ancient Mayan city.
  2. Valladolid
    40m
    Valladolid known as “La Perla del Oriente” is fascinating throughout the word; its streets are home to historic sites, houses, museums, markets, fountains, shops, ice cream stands, parks and many places to explore. It has an exceptional colonial flavor and we can find the convent of San Bernardino de Siena, palpable trace of the Franciscan presence throughout the peninsula, you will feel back to the past.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick up at any hotel in downtown Cancun, hotel zone, south zone and Costa Mujeres. Wait in the hotel lobby. Please arrive 5 minutes before the indicated time. Pickup time is specific to avoid lines, but can be modified in advance.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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