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The Yucatan capital has both colonial and Mayan treasures to discover. Nearby ruins at Uxmal give some insight into the lives of the predecessors of the conquistadores, who arrived in 1542. Mayan culture is also still evident in Merida's daily life and in the many colorful festivals celebrated here.
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1. Private Tour: Sotuta de Peon Hacieda Day Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Enjoy a private tour to visit Sotuta de Peon Hacienda which is the result of a restoration project of a monument in the heart of the old henequen zone in the state of Yucatan. During the tour, you'll get a real insight into what was once a fully functioning hacienda in the grand style and tradition of its times.
Inclusions: Round private transportation air conditioning, professional driver, certified guide and parking., Pick up directly at your hotel in Mérida., Entrance tickets to group tour of the Hacienda Sotuta de Peón, Water bottles during the tour, Taxes., Lunch (drinks not included).
Exclusions: Lunch and drinks not specified., Tip or other services not mentioned in the program as included.
Reviewed By C C
We were a group of 6 adults. We read that there would be ‘alot’ of flamingos...as you can see from the photo there were maybe 25 in this group. So the flamingo part was a bust...we then went through the mangroves. We actually saw a crocodile (it is circled in the one photo). We hired two Ubers to take us to Celestun and then paid 1800 pesos for the boat. The driver was good, but did not speak english. We then went to the beach and had lunch. The beach has lots of shells and nice white sand. Overall...I would give the day a 4 out of 10...if you are short on days, skip this tour...
2. Private Tour: Archeological Site Of Uxmal and the Chocolate Museum Day Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy a private tour to visit The Chocolate Museum Choco Story Uxmal which has an interactive approach where you will be the protagonists of the route. Then you will visit the archaeological site of Uxmal, considered one of the most powerful and beautiful cities of the Mayan culture.
Inclusions: Round private transportation air conditioning, professional driver, certified guide and parking., Pick up directly at your hotel in Mérida., Entrance ticket to Uxmal., Entrance ticket to the Cacao Museum., Water service during the tour., Taxes.
Exclusions: Lunch and drinks not specified., Tip or other services not mentioned in the program as included.
Reviewed By MaureenBlackstock
A exceptional tour offering an abundance of history for the area and demonstration of a henequen hacienda as it was, as well as the unique experience of one of best of the thousands of underground cenotes of the Yucatan. The guides are cordial and very knowledgeable. The mules that lead the carts guiding you through the plantation are well cared for. This tour is definitely a must for any visit to the Yucatan!
3. Private Tour to Uxmal, Cenote & Hacienda Yaxcopoil by Yucatan Concierge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy this private day tour from Merida which will take you to a great Yucatan Route. Starting by visiting Uxmal archaeological site accompanied by your expert guide. Continue to a cenote and the Hacienda Yaxcopoil. Experience this tour in the best way possible. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
Inclusions: PRIVATE TOUR WITH OUR TOTAL SERVICE CONCEPT, Personalized pickup in Merida, according to your preferences of time and place of departure., Private and luxury vehicle according the number of passengers with professional driver., INAH certified & bilingual guide in English or Spanish., Entry fee to Uxmal, cenote and Yaxcopoil Hacienda., Yucatecan Regional Cuisine meal, Amenities: Water, repellent, antibacterial gel, first aid kit, towels, umbrellas and souvenir gifts.
Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages and sodas, Gratuities
Reviewed By George L
Daniella is fantastic. She put together a great trip that hit the highlights of the Yucatan around Merida in the few days that I had -- Chichen Itza, Uxmal, and the protected wetlands at Celestun. Consistently excellent recommendations for hotels, restaurants, knowledgeable guide for the Maya ruins, and they were extremely helpful with the travel disruptions and changing plans caused by the coronavirus situation. Daniella is always accessible and every aspect of these tours can be personalized to your liking. This trip was too short, I would love to come back to Merida and I would certainly hire Yucatan Concierge again to help arrange the trip.
4. Private Tour: Homun Cenotes Day Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a private tour to visit Homun Cenotes (sinkholes). Homún village is located in one of the main areas of cenotes , therefore it is possible to find several types, all with clear waters and several colors. In Homún you can also visit its colonial church and convent and discover the traditional life of the people of Yucatan. The main cenotes you will visit can be Santa Rosa , Santa Maria, Yaxbakaltún , Tza Ujun Balmil and Ka.
Inclusions: Round private transportation air conditioning, professional driver, certified guide and parking., Pick up directly at your hotel in Mérida., Entrance tickets for three Cenotes at Homún., Bicycle or truck ride to visit the cenotes., Lifejacket., Water service during the tour., Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch and drinks not specified., Tip or other services not mentioned in the program as included.
Reviewed By MaureenBlackstock
A exceptional tour offering an abundance of history for the area and demonstration of a henequen hacienda as it was, as well as the unique experience of one of best of the thousands of underground cenotes of the Yucatan. The guides are cordial and very knowledgeable. The mules that lead the carts guiding you through the plantation are well cared for. This tour is definitely a must for any visit to the Yucatan!
5. Uxmal, Haciendas and Cenotes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
It is an experience in which we suggest but you decide, it is totally personalized, the times in the places and which to visit, are you desicion. Our drivers are trained to support you on the journey and make the experience your way.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: It will suggest a place to take your food according to the time you decide to do it., Entrances to the places to visit
Reviewed By Maps06790941540
Highly, highly recommend Yucatan Excursions ! Polo is the best tour guide and I plan to call him when we are back in Yucatan. These tours were definitely the highlights of our trip!! Polo speaks excellent English, and is a wealth of information about the region. We planned two tours with Polo, and here is a summary of each.... Tour 1: We arranged to visit Uxmal, Chocolate museum, Hacienda and Cenote. We departed early morning for Uxmal and had an early tour which was wonderful— cool weather and pretty much had the ruins to ourselves. We debated about going to the chocolate museum and thankfully went. Again, we started early and had much of the park to ourselves- we fed the spider monkeys, had a mayan ritual performance that was dedicated to us, saw beautiful jaguars, and bad a traditional chocolate tasting- Polo knew the ins and outs. We then went to the Hacienda and enjoyed a private lunch. After lunch, Polo arranged for a tour of the hacienda and accompanied us for translation. We concluded our day with a trip to a off the beaten path cenote. Polo also arranged to take pictures of us in the centoe, and introduced us to local Mexican refreshments. We had an amazing day - thank you, Polo. Tour 2 - We had such a nice time with Polo that we asked if he would be open to taking us from Merida to Tulum with sightseeing along the way. We were thrilled that he agreed, and our day included: visit to the yellow city of Ixmal (including visit for breakfast at local market and visit to local ruins), El Bakal ruins, tequila tasting and tour in Mayapan, private lunch and tour around Valladolid, and then a cool off at an incredible cenote off the beaten path. Polo was very flexible, trustworthy and accommodating. We had such a great time on both tours with Polo, and I don’t think we would have had such a great time without our tours with Polo. In summary, I would highly recommend Yucatan excursions to anyone in Merida or the Yucatan region looking for an authentic Mexican experience!
6. Chichen Itza, Magic Towns And Cenote
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
What makes us different is that you do not have a strict agenda to follow, we suggest you decide how long in each place.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water
Exclusions: We suggest a place according to what you want to eat and we will wait for you, If you want to take them, you can do it, just warn us, to bring a cooler with ice., If you want to take them, you can do it, just warn us, to bring a cooler with ice.
Reviewed By Maps06790941540
Highly, highly recommend Yucatan Excursions ! Polo is the best tour guide and I plan to call him when we are back in Yucatan. These tours were definitely the highlights of our trip!! Polo speaks excellent English, and is a wealth of information about the region. We planned two tours with Polo, and here is a summary of each.... Tour 1: We arranged to visit Uxmal, Chocolate museum, Hacienda and Cenote. We departed early morning for Uxmal and had an early tour which was wonderful— cool weather and pretty much had the ruins to ourselves. We debated about going to the chocolate museum and thankfully went. Again, we started early and had much of the park to ourselves- we fed the spider monkeys, had a mayan ritual performance that was dedicated to us, saw beautiful jaguars, and bad a traditional chocolate tasting- Polo knew the ins and outs. We then went to the Hacienda and enjoyed a private lunch. After lunch, Polo arranged for a tour of the hacienda and accompanied us for translation. We concluded our day with a trip to a off the beaten path cenote. Polo also arranged to take pictures of us in the centoe, and introduced us to local Mexican refreshments. We had an amazing day - thank you, Polo. Tour 2 - We had such a nice time with Polo that we asked if he would be open to taking us from Merida to Tulum with sightseeing along the way. We were thrilled that he agreed, and our day included: visit to the yellow city of Ixmal (including visit for breakfast at local market and visit to local ruins), El Bakal ruins, tequila tasting and tour in Mayapan, private lunch and tour around Valladolid, and then a cool off at an incredible cenote off the beaten path. Polo was very flexible, trustworthy and accommodating. We had such a great time on both tours with Polo, and I don’t think we would have had such a great time without our tours with Polo. In summary, I would highly recommend Yucatan excursions to anyone in Merida or the Yucatan region looking for an authentic Mexican experience!
7. CAMPECHE AND BECAL (world Heritage City)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Our services are totally personalized, we only suggest the place, you decide the times and what places to visit, you have an accompaniment to help you in the places where you need translation and explanation of things.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, the waters go in a fridge with ice where you can add the drinks you want (juice, soda, wine, beer, etc.)
Exclusions: The place to eat is suggested according to the time and place where we are!, Use of bicycle, tickets to museums, turibus (city tour)
Reviewed By Maps06790941540
Highly, highly recommend Yucatan Excursions ! Polo is the best tour guide and I plan to call him when we are back in Yucatan. These tours were definitely the highlights of our trip!! Polo speaks excellent English, and is a wealth of information about the region. We planned two tours with Polo, and here is a summary of each.... Tour 1: We arranged to visit Uxmal, Chocolate museum, Hacienda and Cenote. We departed early morning for Uxmal and had an early tour which was wonderful— cool weather and pretty much had the ruins to ourselves. We debated about going to the chocolate museum and thankfully went. Again, we started early and had much of the park to ourselves- we fed the spider monkeys, had a mayan ritual performance that was dedicated to us, saw beautiful jaguars, and bad a traditional chocolate tasting- Polo knew the ins and outs. We then went to the Hacienda and enjoyed a private lunch. After lunch, Polo arranged for a tour of the hacienda and accompanied us for translation. We concluded our day with a trip to a off the beaten path cenote. Polo also arranged to take pictures of us in the centoe, and introduced us to local Mexican refreshments. We had an amazing day - thank you, Polo. Tour 2 - We had such a nice time with Polo that we asked if he would be open to taking us from Merida to Tulum with sightseeing along the way. We were thrilled that he agreed, and our day included: visit to the yellow city of Ixmal (including visit for breakfast at local market and visit to local ruins), El Bakal ruins, tequila tasting and tour in Mayapan, private lunch and tour around Valladolid, and then a cool off at an incredible cenote off the beaten path. Polo was very flexible, trustworthy and accommodating. We had such a great time on both tours with Polo, and I don’t think we would have had such a great time without our tours with Polo. In summary, I would highly recommend Yucatan excursions to anyone in Merida or the Yucatan region looking for an authentic Mexican experience!
8. Private Northern Yucatan Route
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
We make interesting places even more interesting. We have specialized and passionate guides who will make your experience unique. Tours at your own pace, according to your age, physical ability and interests.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast
Exclusions:
Reviewed By EveSli
The Guide Tzamn is one of the best guides I‘ve ever had around the world so far! I was travelling a lot and my experience with Mextisoul was one of the best! Very competent, deep knowledge about various cultures which impressed me a lot. Very reliable, helpful and kind! It was a great experience to travel 3 days though Yucatan with Tzamn, the owner of Mextisoul... I really recommend to book a trip! It‘s worth the money! I was/am very satisfied! Would definitely book again when next time in Yucatan!???? (btw. I was travelling there in May 2019, but could not select that)
9. Flavor of Honey & Coconut Eco-Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Honey and coconut are the perfect combination! Learn about honey production in Sinanché and visit the mangroves by boat in San Crisanto. Refresh yourself in a freshwater reserve and try the famous Huevos Motuleños in a local market. Finish the day under the palm trees by the sea.
Inclusions: Breakfast (Huevos Motuleños) in Motul's market., Lunch in a local restaurant., Air-conditioned vehicle, Beekeeping tour with guide and beekeeping equipment. , Daytime mangrove tour in a small boat in canals within the reserve. , Access to the beach area with palapas, showers and bathrooms.
Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal activities and expenses outside the program.
Reviewed By taylordan504
I cannot day enough about this amazing experience! Ismael was such a great guide. He was courteous and kind and accommodating. He took care of everything and made sure we enjoyed all of our experiences to the fullest. Now the excursion itself...humbling is probably the word I would use the most. Chichen and it’s history as massive story was our start. Next...we had a personal cooking class with the most amazing women at the Yok Co-Op. They were patient and funny and so very informative. They take great pride in traditional Mayan cooking and we were in awe of the freshness and flavors that come from such traditional methods. These women are collectively doing so much for the town and community and the pride in their work and efforts is just incredible. The Cenote was a great finish to our day. Refreshing and beautiful and calm. We wanted one away from the main tourist type places and one that was easy to get in and out of and Yok was just ideal and perfect. This excursion is a journey and a lesson rich in Mayan history and we are so deeply grateful for a perfect day.
10. Chichen Itza and Cenote X´cajum Private Tour from Merida
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Chichén Itzá Archaeological Zone is part of the 7 modern wonders because it was and still is an important Mayan city. We will visit Xcajum, one of the most beautiful cenotes in the state of Yucatan, where you can have a fun time, it is already one of the most beautiful in the open air and you can see through its four viewpoints so that you can contemplate its natural beauty.
Inclusions: Food Food), Round transportation
Exclusions: Entrance fees to tourist sites, Drinks, Tips
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