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What to do and see in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico: The Best Archaeology Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico including Palenque Archaeological Site from Villahermosa, PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private), Paths of Mezcal, Magic Route, Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour, 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, Bonampak and Yaxchilán from Palenque, Palenque and Jungle Waterfalls from Tuxtla Gutierrez, Montealban, Alebrijes, Cuilapam and Barro Negro.
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1. Palenque Archaeological Site from Villahermosa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
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)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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. Paths of Mezcal
Overall Ratings
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. :)
4. Magic Route
Overall Ratings
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
Exclusions: Breakfast, Dinner
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!
5. Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour
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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.
6. Na Bolom Museum (Archaeological, photographic archive, Lacandon culture, nursery)
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4.9 based on 8 reviews
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.
Inclusions: Restroom on board
Exclusions: Lunch
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.
7. 5 Days Mayan Heritage visit Tulum Kohunlich Chicanna Becan Misol-Ha Palenque Edzna Uxmal and Chichen Itza
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4.7 based on 10 reviews
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.
8. Bonampak and Yaxchilán from Palenque
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4.6 based on 7 reviews
Visit Bonampak with its fascinating murals and high quality ancient Mayan frescoes as the main attractions. The pyramids are surrounded by the colors and sounds of the Jungle of Chiapas called also the Lacandon Forest. Yaxchilán is an splendid setting of an evergreen forest blanketing a magnificent archaeological site famous for its statuary art, stelae and lintels. The Maya took to building the terrain of a peninsula surrounded by a meandering river. This is a shared service.
Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks
Reviewed By The6marbles
Agua Azul is fabulous. It’s waterfall after waterfall and so expansive. There are multiple places to swim as well as a rope swing that we used to jump in. Lots of vendors and food. You can easily spend the day at the falls.
9. Palenque and Jungle Waterfalls from Tuxtla Gutierrez
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Enjoy a wonderful combo tour as you visit magical places filled with beauty. You'll see the turquoise waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Há plus the incredible archaeological site of Palenque (Named by Unesco as World Heritage Site). The time spent at the archaeological site is approximately 2.30 hours, Misolha is 45 minutes and Agua Azul is 1.5 hours. Your tour includes transport and a professional guide.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Breakfast, Driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Box Lunch
Exclusions: Additional food and drink
Reviewed By lfreede
So beautiful, an amazing experience and a perfect day! Almost didn't see it because of the wind, so it is not always a guaranteed excursion. The government can close it, even if it is a beautiful day, but the winds are higher. They opened after we thought we would miss it. Don't miss it!
10. Montealban, Alebrijes, Cuilapam and Barro Negro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Montealban is one of the places to visit if you come to Oaxaca. With more than 2,000 years of history, Montealban is unique. In addition, you can visit the workshops of alebrijes and black mud, recognized crafts of the Oaxaca Valley. You can also enjoy the architectural beauty of the Cuilapam convent.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Breakfast
Reviewed By amellalyp
The tour was informative and the places were amazing. Just take note that when you are on a tour like this you are on limited time, we wanted to stay @ Hierve el Agua longer ): also it will take all day so take a few snacks/water.
