8
HOURS
FULL-DAY TOUR
Ek Balam with Cenote and Espita Magical Town
Mérida
Departure
Departure time 7:00 am
The trip from Mérida to Ek Balam will take approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Ek Balam
Ek Balam Archaeological Zone
Enjoy a leisurely tour at your own pace through this ancient Mayan city, renowned for its monumental Acropolis and its impressive reliefs and masks.
Entrance to the Ek Balam Archaeological Zone
Cenote X'Canché
Visit and swim in this cenote surrounded by jungle, an ideal natural space to refresh yourself and connect with the environment.
Entrance to the X'Canché Cenote
Spigot
Casona Restaurant
Free time for lunch at a restaurant located inside the Casona de los Cedros boutique hotel.
Lunch not included
Espita
Walking tour of the Magical Town of Espita, stroll through its main square and colonial church, discovering the calm essence of this small and beautiful traditional town.
Guided tour
Mérida
Arrival
Arrival time 4:00 pm
Return to Mérida to enjoy the city and its cuisine. Choose your drop-off point: your hotel or the restaurant of your choice.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Private transportation
Certified bilingual guide
Entrance to the Ek Balam archaeological zone
Entrance to the cenote
Life jackets
Minibar: soft drinks
Travel insurance during the transportation
Optional departure with an additional cost from Valladolid
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Overview
Delve into the ancestral heart of Yucatán through a private experience that intertwines history, nature, and local life. At Ek Balam, you'll walk among ancient walls, plazas, and reliefs, discovering a city that still echoes with its grandeur and mysticism. The journey continues to an open cenote, a natural sanctuary hidden in the jungle, where the water invites you to take a refreshing break in a serene and captivating setting.
To end the day, you'll arrive in the charming Magical Town of Espita, where the pace of life is slow and authentic. Stroll through its main square, admire its colonial church, and enjoy a carefully selected lunch at a boutique hotel, savoring the local essence in an intimate and welcoming atmosphere.
An experience designed to explore without haste, feel deeply and connect with the living soul of Yucatán.
Highlights
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Private Transportation: Enjoy the comfort of our door-to-door service, to and from your accommodation.
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Exclusive guide: private tour accompanied by our certified bilingual guides, local hosts, and experts in the region’s history and culture.
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Ascent to the Acropolis of Ek Balam: one of the few monumental pyramids that can still be climbed in Mexico. From the top, the jungle stretches as far as the eye can see, offering a sense of immensity and silence that makes this moment one of the most memorable in Yucatán.
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Espita, a small, lesser-visited Magical Town, a hidden gem in eastern Yucatán. Known for its artisan traditions and tranquil atmosphere, it offers a leisurely stroll through its main square and church and a glimpse into authentic, uncontrived everyday life in Yucatán, like discovering a well-kept secret.
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Take your time: a flexible itinerary that gives you the freedom to enjoy each place at your own pace, without feeling rushed.
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Carefully designed itinerary to avoid crowds and commercial stops.
Difficulty level: Easy
Monday to Sunday