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Ek Balam Majestic Mayan Ruins and Cenote Tour

Location Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
$169
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Overview

Ek Balam, a Mayan city over 1000 years old, was a major capital. Named after Ek Balam, its founder in 300 B.C., it thrived under Ukit Kan Lek Tok, who adorned it with enduring murals and facades. Enjoy stunning views from its main structure.

After exploring the site, a cultural pause awaits. Witness craft-making, savor handmade tortillas, Xtabentun, and a shaman's blessing. Indulge in a diverse Yucatan-style feast.

End with a swim in a cenote, a historic water source. Absorb energy in this mystical spot. Enjoy every moment.
Mayan Cenote & Ek Balam
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours

  • Bottled water during the excursion.
  • Buffet-style regional meal (beverages not included).
  • Life jacket.
  • Bilingual guide certified by the INAH (National Institute of Anthropology and History).
  • Swimming in a cenote.
  • Transportation with air conditioning and traveler's insurance.
  • Conservation fee
  • Lockers (No mandatory)
  • Souvenirs or photographs
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Gratuities

  • Ek Balam
    Discover Ek Balam with a guide and after the guided visit you will have free time to explore by yourself.
  • Hacienda Oxman Cenote
    To finish this incredible adventure, you will enjoy a refreshing swim in an ancestral cenote. These were and are sources of water for the peoples of the region. Fill yourself with energy in this mystical place.
  • Kaua
    After visiting the archaeological site, we make a cultural stop where you’ll admire local handicrafts at a stone workshop and watch artisans create them. You will taste handmade corn tortillas prepared by Maya women, sample Xtabentún, a traditional regional drink, and receive a blessing from a Maya shaman. Here, you will also enjoy a delicious buffet featuring a variety of regional Mexican dishes in the Yucatán style.
  • Valladolid
    One of the spots to enjoy is the wonderful colonial city of Valladolid. There, our guides will tell you about the city's great history and take you to visit the 16th-century San Servacio Cathedral, which holds a rich history. The main park is a place where you can relax and taste sweets, ice cream, and many typical things from this wonderful city.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This expedition is not suitable for people with severe physical or motor handicaps or serious heart problems
  • It is definitely not recommended for pregnant women.
  • People under the influence of alcohol will definitely not be permitted to participate in this expedition.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Ek Balam Majestic Mayan Ruins and Cenote Tour

    Location Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
    $169
    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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