Highlights
Engage deeply with the rich heritage of the Maya through a private cultural experience that blends traditional cuisine, craftsmanship, and history. Begin with a heartfelt welcome adorned with vibrant flower necklaces, setting the tone for a day of discovery. Master the art of cooking cochinita pibil, a Yucatán classic, and savor a freshly prepared meal complemented by refreshing local aguas frescas. Participate in a hands-on workshop with local artisans, crafting unique souvenirs from bull-horn. Explore a serene Maya archaeological site, gaining insights into ancient civilizations, and conclude with a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lol-Há Cenote, surrounded by nature's tranquility.
About This Deal
Duration
10 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - German
- Human tour guide - Portuguese
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Italian
- Human tour guide - French
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Yaxuna
Yaxuna, Yucatan
Upon arriving at the community, experience a warm, traditional greeting with a fresh flower necklace welcome. This is the perfect local ritual to begin your day immersed in Yucatecan hospitality. Take part in one of the ancient culinary traditions of the Mayan world. Grind local spices on a stone metate to make the rich recado rojo seasoning paste. You will help marinate the pork, wrap it in banana leaves, and witness the cooking process in the subterranean PIB oven (underground pit with hot stones). Enjoy this world-class Cochinita Pibil lunch served with hand-pressed tortillas and fresh fruit waters. Then we meet the community's master craftsmen. You will learn the meticulous process of carving raw horn into beautiful accessories, from material shaping to final polishing. Under their expert guidance, craft your own custom bull horn souvenir to take home.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Zona Arqueologica de Yaxunah
Carr. a Chankom S/N, Yucatan
Explore an incredibly peaceful, non-commercialized Mayan archaeological site that peaked between 900 and 600 B.C. Walk among the majestic Acropolis, the ancient ball court, and learn about the Sac-Bé (white road) connecting Yaxunah to Cobá, the longest known highway in the ancient Mayan world.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Cenote Lol-Ha
Yaxuna, Yucatan
Cool down at the end of the day by swimming in a stunning, open cenote in the heart of the town. Descend the wooden stairs into crystal-clear, fresh waters reaching depths of up to 30 meters. It is a breathtaking, natural oasis to relax in before your private ride back to the coast
Duration: 1 hour
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Private professional guide in your language
- Hands-on bull horn artisan workshop (includes the souvenir you create)
- Traditional fresh flower necklace welcome
- Entrance ticket to Cenote Lol-Há and mandatory safety gear (life vest)
- Entrance tickets and guided exploration of the Yaxunah Archaeological Site
- Private round-trip hotel transportation in a comfortable vehicle with AC from Cancun or Riviera Maya
- Interactive cooking class and full traditional lunch
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Additional local souvenirs or purchases
Traveler Pickup Information
We offer pickup for all travelers staying within the area from Cancun to Tulum
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Fine Print
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