Tours and Activities

Visit the famous Yaxcopoil and San Pedro Ochil haciendas (Mexican estates) to discover the rich history of the henequen (agave), the Yucatan's green gold. Also take a swim inside the beautiful cenotes located in San Antonio Mulix.

Take a break during your trip to the beach and resorts to discover the tradition and big cities of real Mexico. During this trip you will visit a hacienda, beautiful old house in amazing fields where people used to produce and market different types of products.

Explore some of the most impressive hidden treasures of the Yucatan Peninsula on this day trip from Merida. Visit the mysterious Grottos of Tzabnah, the ancient monastery of San Miguel Arcangel, the colonial town of Mani and the famous archaeological site of Mayapan. Get off the beaten track and see the real Yucatan!

Enjoy an early access tour to two main archaeological sites in the Yucatan Peninsula: Uxmal and Kabah. Accompanied by a professional guide, you'll tour these places and discover all about the richness of the Maya civilization. As you get there early, you'll enjoy the tranquility of the places without the crowds, making this a not-to-be-missed experience. Your tour includes transportation and lunch.

Live a complete Mayan experience of two days with this tour. On the first day, you will explore Chichen Itza with a professional guide and enjoy the tranquility of your morning visit before the crowds. On day 2, you will head to Uxmal and Kabah, see the temples and learn about the Maya civilization. This is the ultimate tour to learn all about the Maya culture while having an unforgettable time.

Spending a little time in Mexico and want to be able to communicate with the locals? This innovative program will introduce you to the Spanish Language and the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world while developing structural accuracy for communication. The program's teaching method is known as the Communicative approach because you learn to speak by speaking but it is also integrated because the program combines culture, conversation and grammar. Practical examples, visuals, games and flashcards are used in every class.The culture-seminars, cultural activities and excursions will help you understand the social context in which the language is used and will enhance your Spanish learning experience.

Enjoy a wonderful early access tour to Chichen Itza from Merida. Upon arrival at the archaeological site, you'll truly enjoy the tranquility of your visit before the crowds. Accompanied by a knowledgeable and professional guide, you will learn essential background about this place so you better understand the history of Chichen Itza. Your tour includes transport and lunch.

Immerse yourself in Mayan history and drama with skip-the-line access to the Light and Sound Show at Chichen Itza. From your front-row VIP seat, enjoy this brilliant execution combining ancient architecture with 3D mapping projection technology, where Kukulcán Pyramid (El Castillo) turns into a living canvas with undulating images, enhanced by dramatic lighting. Before the 45-minute show, a private guide takes you on a brief introductory tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Round-trip transport from Merida hotels is included.

Immerse yourself in Mayan culture at Chichen Itza, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, where a private entrance awaits you – without the lines! This day trip from Merida takes you throughout the archeological park to top attractions like the Great Ball Court, La Iglesia and the sacrificial cenote. Step inside the Pyramid of Kukulcán for a rare glimpse of the Chac Mool sculpture. Enjoy lunch and a dance performance at Mayaland Resort, with access to the swimming pool. Receive personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 25 people.

While in port in Progreso, explore the Yucatan on a shore excursion to colonial Merida and the ancient Mayan city of Dzibilchaltun. See the lovely mansions and churches of Merida's Paseo de Montejo and gain entry to the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya (The Grand Mayan World Museum). Then visit the nearby archaeological site and learn about excavations at the Temple of the Seven Dolls. Stop for a swim at the Xlacah Cenote before return transport by Mercedes minivan. Receive personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people.

Discover the architectural marvel of Uxmal, one of the largest and most significant of the ancient Mayan cities on the Yucatan peninsula! This overnight trip from Merida takes you on a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site – including the Pyramid of the Magician and Governor's Palace – set amid rolling hills and steeped in mystery. Be amazed by the evening Uxmal light and sound show from the Nunnery Quadrangle, plus an optional tour of nearby Kabah. Enjoy personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 25 people.

Get up close to thousands of pink flamingos and other incredible wildlife species on a boat ride through the estuary of Celestun Wildlife Refuge. This official Biosphere Reserve is home to more than 225 mammal species and you're sure to spot some of them on this day trip from Merida! Your knowledgeable guide will point out pelicans and other birds as you coast through the mangroves, with a visit to Tampeten petrified forest and a local beach in Celestun. Enjoy personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 25 people.

Uncover the mysteries of the Yucatan as you explore two significant archeological sites with a local guide – Kabah and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Uxmal. Learn about the Puuc architectural styles of the ancient Maya at spectacular pyramids and buildings such as the Pyramid of the Magician, the Governor's Palace, the Palace of Chaac Masks and the Arch of Kabah. Stop by Hacienda Uxmal Hotel for lunch and some free time at the swimming pool before return transport to Merida! Enjoy personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 25 people.

Get a true taste of Yucatecan cuisine and meet the local people of Merida as you shop at the market for fresh ingredients and prepare several tasty dishes. Your half-day culinary tour includes a cooking class at the home of a local host with the assistance of your knowledgeable guide. Learn about various culinary traditions of Mexico and enjoy the light lunch you've prepared! Numbers are limited to 12 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group of like-minded food lovers.

For a hassle-free airport arrival transfer, book this economical, shared-ride, door-to-door transportation service from Merida's Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID) to your hotel in Merida. This easy and efficient transfer picks you up curbside at the airport and takes you directly to your accommodation. Transfer services are available from 8am-8pm, seven days a week. Your wait is a maximum of 30 minutes from the time you and your luggage are curbside.

See one of the new Seven Wonders of the World – Chichen Itza – and unearth the mysterious power of the Maya in the Balankanche Caves. This two-day trip from Merida takes you on a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed archeological park, with visits to the astronomical observatory and the famous Pyramid of Kukulcán. Explore ceremonial caverns, and watch a light and sound show that illuminates Mayan rituals practiced there for centuries. Enjoy personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 25 people.

After your cruise ship docks in the Progreso port, take a shore excursion to Chichen Itza! you'll pass through a private entrance at Mayaland Resort without waiting in line, and explore the Maya-Toltec city with your guide. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, this archeological park includes the Pyramid of Kukulcán and Temple of the Warriors. Afterward, enjoy Mayaland's swimming pool as well as soft drinks and a box lunch served aboard the Mercedes minivan. Receive personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people.

Experience the wonders of the ancient Maya by both day and night on an Uxmal sound and light tour from Merida. Take a guided tour of the Nunnery Quadrangle, Pyramid of the Magician and Governor's Palace at Uxmal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the Puuc architecture of the ancient Maya. Then see the sites floodlit at night during one of the world's most acclaimed and spectacular light and sound shows. With all entrance fees included, enjoy personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 25 people.

Dive into the clear waters of three Cuzama cenotes on this day trip by minivan from Merida. Stop en route at the Mayan site of Acanceh to view the excavated pyramid before visiting a rare Gothic-style church and an old hacienda. A rail-mounted horse-drawn truck takes you to the caverns, where you'll descend on foot for a refreshing dip in the pools! This activity has a medium to high difficulty level, and lifejackets are available for rental. Enjoy personal attention on this small-group tour, limited to 25 people.

For a hassle-free airport departure transfer, book this economical, shared-ride, door-to-door transportation service from your hotel in Merida to Merida's Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID). This easy and efficient transfer picks you up at your hotel and takes you directly to the airport. Transfer services are available 8am-8pm, seven days a week.