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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Maya Village Experience from Costa Maya 20% OFF

Location Costa Maya, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
$206.40
$258.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Authentic Mayan Experience Combo Tour offers a unique journey through history right after your cruise ship docks at Costa Maya Port. This immersive experience allows you to engage with the Mayan culture and savor traditional dishes that have been crafted over generations.

  • 🏺 Visit the Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben, one of the least explored archaeological sites of the Mayan culture, dating back to 200 BC.
  • 🌿 Start your adventure surrounded by the incredible monuments, flora, and fauna in the heart of the jungle.
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Interact with a local Mayan family in the village of Chacchoben, learning about their daily life and traditions.
  • 🌮 Discover the secrets behind classic tortillas and ancient home remedies from your hosts.
  • 🍽️ Taste authentic Mayan dishes prepared with local ingredients, featuring fresh vegetables and optional poultry or meat.
  • 💧 Enjoy complimentary bottled water throughout your tour to keep you refreshed.
  • 🚍 Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned vehicle for the duration of your trip.
  • 💵 A $5.00 USD copyright fee for camera use at Chacchoben is payable directly at the site.
  • 🍼 Infants and small children can enjoy the tour as pram/stroller access is available, along with specialized infant seats.
  • 🔒 Guaranteed return to the port before boarding time, with a full refund if your cruise does not call at Costa Maya.

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Chacchoben Ruins & Authentic Mayan Experience from Costa Maya
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

  • Certified tour guide
  • Visit with a local Maya family in Chacchoben village
  • Traditional tortilla-making demonstration and hands-on experience
  • Guided tour of Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
  • Authentic home-cooked Maya lunch
  • Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees and tickets to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenirs
  • $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.

Meeting point
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port. Our meeting point is located at Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside Costa Maya Port. Once your reservation is confirmed, we will email you detailed and easy to follow instructions of meeting point, directions and a map.
Return details
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port. Our meeting point is located at Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside Costa Maya Port. Once your reservation is confirmed, we will email you detailed and easy to follow instructions of meeting point, directions and a map.

  • Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
    Your adventure begins with transportation from Costa Maya, departing 1 hour after your cruise ship arrives in port. Enjoy the approximately 50-minute drive to Chacchoben, passing through local villages along the way. Spend approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes exploring the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins with your guide, discovering an ancient Maya ceremonial center surrounded by tropical jungle. Walk among impressive temples, plazas, and structures while learning about the history and secrets of this fascinating city. Follow the jungle trails and discover the contrast between restored temples and structures still partially covered by the jungle, while enjoying the native plants, tropical birds, and wildlife that make Chacchoben such a special setting. After exploring the ruins, continue approximately 15 minutes to Chacchoben village, where you’ll meet a local Maya family for the second part of your experience.
  • Chacchoben
    After exploring the ruins, continue approximately 15 minutes to Chacchoben village, where a local Maya family will welcome you and share a glimpse of their traditions and everyday life. Spend approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes with your hosts, learning about traditional home remedies, local ingredients, and family recipes passed down through generations. See how tortillas are traditionally prepared and try making your own, while getting to know the people who continue these traditions today. And no family visit would be complete without a meal. Sit down with your hosts and enjoy a home-cooked Maya lunch prepared especially for your visit, made with fresh local ingredients, regional spices, and traditional family recipes. More than just lunch, it’s a chance to share food, conversation, and a little of everyday life in Chacchoben. After saying goodbye to your hosts, relax on the approximately 50-minute return drive to Costa Maya Port, with your cruise schedule always kept in mind.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
  • Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
  • Cruise guests arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options
  • No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
  • The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at the Mayan City
  • This experience is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older.
  • Visitors are not permitted to climb the temples.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements or food allergies.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen.
  • The tour operates rain or shine, so please dress according to the weather.
  • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
  • Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors on jungle trails with some rocks, roots, and uneven surfaces.
  • Wheelchairs: Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Maya Village Experience from Costa Maya 20% OFF

    Location Costa Maya, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
    $206.40
    $258.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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