Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico

April 3, 2022 Darleen Reid

Discover the best top things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico including Palenque Archaeological Site from Villahermosa, PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private), Waterfall Hikes History And Zip Lines In San Juan Lachao, Paths of Mezcal, Artisan workshops tour, Magic Route, Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour, Customs of indigenous villages of Chiapas, Na Bolom Museum (Archaeological, photographic archive, Lacandon culture, nursery), 5 Days Mayan Heritage visit Tulum Kohunlich Chicanna Becan Misol-Ha Palenque Edzna Uxmal and Chichen Itza.
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1. Palenque Archaeological Site from Villahermosa

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Visit the incredible archaeological site of Palenque, declared as a World Heritage list by UNESCO. Your tour includes guided visits to the Temple of the Inscriptions, the Temple of the Foliated Cross, and the palace belonging to Maya royalty. If option selected, take in the beauty of the mountain landscapes around Palenque and visit Cascadas de Agua Azul, where you'll descend on foot to the stunning waterfalls, with time for swimming in a deep pool at the base of jungle-covered cliffs (if the weather allows). Travel on an air-conditioned vehicle round-trip to Villahermosa.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Entrance Fee

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By pedroCali

We had a great tour with Juan Carlos. He was very knowledgeable and had a wonderful personality. We had an awesome time on the tour at Parque La Venta and then got to see more artifacts at the museum. Definitely recommend!

2. PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private)

Karma Trails
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Located on the first rise of the Tumbala mountains, Palenque archaeological site looks out over the Usumacinta River flood plain. Here you’ll be confronted by the largest Mesoamerican step pyramid, the Temple of Inscriptions, spotted with hieroglyphics that have contributed significantly to the study of Mayan civilization. It is considered one of the most emblematic mayan site having been the empire of Pakal, Governor, Warrior and God of Mayan Civilization.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Everything not included in the list "What`s Included".

Reviewed By nparmelee

Salvatore was very knowledgeable and gave us a great day! He was flexible in the order we did things, suggested Tulum first before it got too hot, then lunch, Coba and then a Cenote. For us this was perfect! We all (2 couples) felt like we learned something and got some great insights to the Mayan culture and lively conversation during the drives. Absolutely recommend this tour!

3. Waterfall Hikes History And Zip Lines In San Juan Lachao

Valfred Excursiones Turisticas
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Blessed are all for having the opportunity to come and visit this piece of heaven located in the Oaxacan Coast called Puerto Escondido, you can reach this enigmatic place by air or by road, it is only 50 minutes by plane from Mexico City, and 12 hours by car. When you arrive you will have the great surprise and admiration of what is offered by all the local people, famous for its 16 ethnic groups, but one apart, which is the afromestiza culture  (The Black People) , you will enjoy 30 Tours that offers you, your Travel Agency Excursiones Turisticas de Valfred, as well as a variety of hotels, restaurants with excellent gastronomy, authentic crafts of Oaxaca and more, from your arrival we will visit you in your hotel to welcome you and explain this interesting Tour to visit the rural communities, The San Juan Lachao Village, take a hike, visit a waterfall and live the adrenaline with 2500 meters of zip lines with Tour Guides specialized on this.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Y4970VAeriks

The excursion with Valfred Excursiones Turisticas to the Coffee plantation 'La Passionaria' was a great experience. Alejandro has been a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable about the region's history and always providing us with very valuable information about the places that we visited on the way to the plantation. Alejandro es un guia muy agradable, muy simpatico y siempre dispuesto a ayudar. He entertained us with many stories and anecdotes related to the country. The visit to the coffee plantation was extremely interesting and we learned a lot. Fue un real placer y nosotros recomandamos Valfred Excursiones Turisticas a todos los que deseen visitar lugares interesantes alrededor Puert Escondido. Many thanks Alejandro!

4. Paths of Mezcal

Rayón 312, Zona Feb 10 2015, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Mexplorer Adventures
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

They are small groups, exclusive of no more than 14 people per certified guide under NOM 08, our guides attend tourism with a great quality in the service of both information and friendliness.

Inclusions: Tickets and food (does not include drinks or tips)

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Reviewed By FUagain

On our trip to Oaxaca we we're very fortunate to find Balam and the Mexplorer Adventures! He really made our trip special! He took us to Monte Alban one day on a private tour. Balam's Depth of knowledge about history and culture and his ability to be genuine are un matched! By far the best tour guide We've ever had! We liked him so much we did a second tour to a Pulqueria! SO MUCH FUN! We HIGHLY recommend them and will be booking with them for Dia de Muertos in November! Thank you Balam for such a great time..... Annetta and Jim. :)

5. Artisan workshops tour

Vicente Guerrero 105, OAX_RE_BENITO JUAREZ, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Oaxaca Dreams
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An experience that will take you to know the history, culture, crafts and gastronomy of Oaxaca in a single day.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Snacks, Entrance to the spa

Reviewed By Ontheroadtoconscious

My friend and I booked a tour to San Jose with Orlando. He told us that we would have a bilingual tour guide and we would have 2 excursions included. We were picked up for the tour on time. The tour guide barely spoke English but was very nice. We enjoyed the 3 hour ride to San Jose in a nice van. When we arrived we asked what time the first excursion began. At this point we were told that NO excursions were included. We called Orlando and the company directly, both were not cooperative. Orlando said if we wanted our money back we would have to return in the van right then. Obviously we weren't interested in turning around for another 3 hour ride. I have diligently tried since returning to communicate with the company so they would return some of the money that we paid them. Orlando required cash and collected 3500 pesos. Which is roughly $175. We paid $175 for a one way van ride. For comparison, if you ride in one of the local vans with other people it costs $7 per person. We were definitely scammed. And they promoted their great reviews on Tripadvisor.

6. Magic Route

Gral. Antonio de León 1, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Lescas Co Tours
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Something that we have identified from others, are our Guides, all of them are part of the Lescas family and we want to share what we like about our beautiful Oaxaca, fun, ambitious and knowledgeable about the history and traditions of Oaxaca, we believe that the guide It has the ability to transmit the passion and come to appreciate everything from a different vision

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Travel insurance

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Reviewed By mamisa1982

I joined the half day tour on 11 April. The bus came on time. Our guide señor Hugo was very informative. I really enjoyed the tour. Thank you!

7. Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour

Alameda de Leon 2, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico Lescas Co Tours
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

We have quality service, our guides are certified but above all we have a lot of charisma and spark in what we like to do, to pamper the traveler in order to know the wonders of our state.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, travel insurance

Exclusions: Breakfast, Does not include Tickets or Admissions

Reviewed By 635klp

We didn’t want to do a full day tour so it was really easy to just use the shuttle option. Evelyn, who helped us, was very nice and I was so thankful to her and the driver when they helped me retrieve my phone after having left it in the van.

8. Customs of indigenous villages of Chiapas

Iguana Hostel, Chiapa de Corzo 16, Barrio del Cerrillo, 29220 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chis., Mexico Experiencias Chiapas
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I grew up with the traditions and legends of indigenous and mestizo peoples of Chiapas, where I come from. I learned them from my grandparents, parents and later, during my university career, I delved into diferent historical and social aspects. I also lived a historical moment in my town, witnessing the armed revolution of the EZLN (Zapatistas). My passion for traditions and legends continues to be more and more alive and I enjoy sharing it with visitors from Chiapas. I have shared it for 10 years, receiving very positive comments.

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Reviewed By 321phoebea

Words cannot describe how amazing this tour with Experiencias Chiapas is. I would recommend it to everyone. Rudy is the most kind, knowledgable and patient guide. He is so happy to answer all of your questions (in perfect English!) and he allows the day to flow very naturally allowing time for each person to complete their pottery and ask anything! Also it was great that he just takes small groups (only 3 of us when I went) because this makes the experience feel a lot more relaxed and authentic. I came away with not only an insight into the ladies' clay pottery techniques but knowledge on their culture too. Not to mention the BEST food I've had in Mexico that the ladies prepare for you to sit around a table and enjoy with them! The ladies do not push it at all (because they're just passionate about their art) but I would recommend bringing some cash because once you get there you'll definitely want to buy some of their beautiful pottery. I don't want to give too much away... but long story short YOU HAVE TO DO THIS EXCURSION. I will be sure to recommend this experience for years to come! Thank you!

9. Na Bolom Museum (Archaeological, photographic archive, Lacandon culture, nursery)

Av. Vicente Guerrero 33, Barrio del Cerrillo, 29220 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chis., Mexico Asociación Cultural Na Bolom
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We are a non-profit Civil Association. Funded by a museum, hotel and restaurant. Where 43% of our income is allocated to social programs. Such as: Climate change, Lacandón medical fund, culture and heritage, Mayan artisan program and research and archives.

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Reviewed By Sandy S

We had hoped that the museum in this former seminary offer deep insights into the cultures of the indigenous peoples of the mountain villages. However, the displays focused more on the life and explorations of the founder, Blom, and his photographer wife. Her portraits of the Mayan people are worth a isit in themselves.

10. 5 Days Mayan Heritage visit Tulum Kohunlich Chicanna Becan Misol-Ha Palenque Edzna Uxmal and Chichen Itza

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This 5 days tour has been specially created for all those people interested in knowing more about the south east of Mexico. A trip back in time to learn more about one of the greatest civilization ever: The MAYAS. We will visit: Tulum, Kohunlich, Chicanna, Becan, Misol-Ha, Palenque, Edzna, Uxmal and Chichen Itzá and a few beautiful colonial towns along the way. Our hotels rates are 3 star comfortable hotels for 4 nights.  The type of vehicle used for this trip is regularly a comfortable Ford Transit Van with capacity of either 6 or 12 people depending on the number of reservations.

Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation. Hotels: Calakmul Xpujil (Night 1), Nutuntun Hotel (Night 2), H177 Hotel (Night 3) and Gran Real Yucatan or Los Aluxes Hotel (Night 4), All admissions to the archaeological sites, All activities, Driver/guide, Guaranteed departure with at least 2 passengers booked.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Meals during the trip are NOT included but our staff will surely recommend some great places where to eat along the way., Gratuities

Reviewed By Bettybetty714

I dealt with Pepe for the reservation piece and he was very professional. I traveled with a party of 7 family members. We decided to go with private tours to go at our own pace and have the flexibility of customizing. We took a private tour to Chichen Itza one day and a private tour to Coba and Tulum another day. Manuel was our guide and Jose was the driver and both a pleasure to have. Manuel was extremely knowledgeable.

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