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The Temple of the Mayan Sun — Private Tour to the Ruins of Kohunlich

Location Bacalar, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
$181.40
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Skip the crowds. See something real.
While everyone else heads to Chichen Itza, you'll stand before the Maya Sun Temple at Kohunlich — five massive Sun God faces carved in stone, perfectly preserved after over a thousand years. One of the most stunning archaeological secrets in all of Mexico, and almost nobody knows it exists.
This is a private tour. No strangers, no rushing, no surprise fees. We pick you up at your door, drive you through the jungle, and bring you back. Your certified English-speaking guide handles everything — tickets, history, stories, photos.
One hour south of Bacalar. Zero crowds. All yours.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Kohunlich: The Temple of the Sun
Private Tour to Kohunlich: Private tour, no crowds. Climb the pyramids and watch the Temple of the Mayan Sun — the only one of its kind in the world.
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Pickup from your accommodation — we arrive to you, no meeting points
  • Fresh seasonal fruit — locally sourced
  • We wait for you — no rush, we will take you back to your accommodation
  • Certified native English guide to the ruins
  • Professional local driver — Spanish speaking
  • Tickets included — no surprise fees at the ticket office
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Soft drinks and bottled water in icebox
  • Permission for video filming for a device
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for your guide and driver — appreciated but never mandatory

  • Kohunlich
    1.-We start with the pick-up at the hotel or meeting point. 2.- We leave for the Kohunlich Archaeological Zone. with a journey of 1 hour and 15 minutes. 3.- Explore the ancient ruins of Kohunlich, the most beautiful! From the south of Quintana Roo, which has multiple buildings with different uses, from residential spaces, palaces, government buildings, public squares, temples and a Mesoamerican ball game. In addition to being completely surrounded by an impressive palm forest. The approximate time exploring the site is between 2 to 3 hours, varying depending on the group and weather conditions. Upon arrival there will be 10 minutes to get ready, prepare. your equipment and use the services, then we begin the walk on the site, to see the most outstanding monuments of the pre-Hispanic city. 4.- Return to the hotel or meeting point. with a journey of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. 5.- farewell and end of the tour.
  • Zona Arqueologica de Dzibanche - Kinichna
    Upgrade : Visit to Dzibanché If you choose the optional upgrade, your experience will continue with a guided tour of the stunning archaeological area of Dzibanché, one of the most important Mayan cities in southern Quintana Roo. Walk among monumental pyramids and wide ceremonial squares surrounded by jungle, learn about Dzibanché’s role as an ancient political and ceremonial capital, and enjoy a quiet exploration, away from the crowds found in the most famous archaeological sites.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 70% of the site's walking area is accessible to wheelchairs or strollers. But they could only look at the pre-Hispanic monuments from the base.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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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    The Temple of the Mayan Sun — Private Tour to the Ruins of Kohunlich

    Location Bacalar, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
    $181.40
    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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