Ek Balam Mayan traditions and Cenote Experience
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Discover what makes your experience truly unique. Explore the ancient city of Ek Balam, one of the great capitals of the Maya world, where impressive temples, detailed stone carvings, and breathtaking views from the Acropolis create an unforgettable adventure. Continue with an immersive cultural stop: watch artisans craft stone pieces, taste handmade corn tortillas prepared by Mayan women, sample the traditional Xtabentún liqueur, and receive a blessing from a Mayan shaman. Enjoy a delicious buffet of authentic Yucatán-style dishes. Refresh yourself with a magical swim in the beautiful Cenote Oxman, a natural sanctuary filled with crystal-clear water. Finally, visit the charming colonial city of Valladolid. Stroll through its historic center, learn about its rich past, admire the 16th-century San Servacio Cathedral, and savor traditional sweets and local treats in the main square. This tour combines history, culture, nature, and authentic Mayan traditions in one perfect day.
Departure Point
- outside the parroquia
- outside the store
- in the corner entrance outside
- outside the restaurant
- outside the parking
- meeting point outside parking
- meeting point in the entrance of the superstore
- meeting point outside the parking lot
- outside the parroquia
- outside the store
- in the corner entrance outside
- outside the restaurant
- outside the parking
- meeting point outside parking
- meeting point in the entrance of the superstore
- meeting point outside the parking lot
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Ek BalamEk-balam, 20-minute drive from Valladolid on highway 295, direction Tizimin, Ek Balam Village, YucatanEK BALAM The city of Ek Balam dates back over a thousand years and was one of the main capitals of the Mayan world. Founded by a character named Ek Balam, hence its name around 300 B.C. Its main ruler, Ukit Kan Lek Tok, gave it its splendor by commissioning buildings with murals and facades with impressive details that still endure today, such as those of his tomb in the main building. Enjoy the magnificent view from the top of its main building and live a unique experience.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: KauaKaua, YucatanCULTURAL STOP AND BUFFET MEAL: After touring the archaeological site, we make a cultural stop where you will appreciate handicrafts in the stone workshop, watching the artisan create them. You will taste handmade corn tortillas prepared by Mayan women, enjoy Xtabentún — a traditional regional drink — and receive a blessing from a Mayan shaman. Here, you will savor a delicious buffet featuring a variety of regional Mexican dishes in the Yucatán style.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Hacienda Oxman CenoteValladolid, YucatanSWIM IN THE MAYAN CENOTE To end this incredible adventure, you will enjoy a refreshing swim in an ancient cenote. These were and are water sources for the villages in the region. Recharge your energy in this mystical place. In this impressive cenote, you can enjoy the extreme with its breathtaking rappel, where you will descend into the interior if you choose to live this adventure. Once inside, you will have fun with the zip line and vines, or if you prefer, just relax floating in its refreshing waters.Duration: 1 hourStop At: ValladolidValladolid, YucatanVALLADOLID: One of the highlights to enjoy is the wonderful colonial city of Valladolid. There, our guides will tell you about the city’s rich history and take you to visit the 16th-century San Servacio Cathedral, which holds great historical significance. The main square is a place where you can relax and savor sweets, ice cream, and many traditional treats from this marvelous city.Duration: 45 minutesAdditional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lifevest in The cenote
Discover what makes your experience truly unique. Explore the ancient city of Ek Balam, one of the great capitals of the Maya world, where impressive temples, detailed stone carvings, and breathtaking views from the Acropolis create an unforgettable adventure. Continue with an immersive cultural stop: watch artisans craft stone pieces, taste handmade corn tortillas prepared by Mayan women, sample the traditional Xtabentún liqueur, and receive a blessing from a Mayan shaman. Enjoy a delicious buffet of authentic Yucatán-style dishes. Refresh yourself with a magical swim in the beautiful Cenote Oxman, a natural sanctuary filled with crystal-clear water. Finally, visit the charming colonial city of Valladolid. Stroll through its historic center, learn about its rich past, admire the 16th-century San Servacio Cathedral, and savor traditional sweets and local treats in the main square. This tour combines history, culture, nature, and authentic Mayan traditions in one perfect day.
Departure Point
- outside the parroquia
- outside the store
- in the corner entrance outside
- outside the restaurant
- outside the parking
- meeting point outside parking
- meeting point in the entrance of the superstore
- meeting point outside the parking lot
- outside the parroquia
- outside the store
- in the corner entrance outside
- outside the restaurant
- outside the parking
- meeting point outside parking
- meeting point in the entrance of the superstore
- meeting point outside the parking lot
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Ek BalamEk-balam, 20-minute drive from Valladolid on highway 295, direction Tizimin, Ek Balam Village, YucatanEK BALAM The city of Ek Balam dates back over a thousand years and was one of the main capitals of the Mayan world. Founded by a character named Ek Balam, hence its name around 300 B.C. Its main ruler, Ukit Kan Lek Tok, gave it its splendor by commissioning buildings with murals and facades with impressive details that still endure today, such as those of his tomb in the main building. Enjoy the magnificent view from the top of its main building and live a unique experience.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: KauaKaua, YucatanCULTURAL STOP AND BUFFET MEAL: After touring the archaeological site, we make a cultural stop where you will appreciate handicrafts in the stone workshop, watching the artisan create them. You will taste handmade corn tortillas prepared by Mayan women, enjoy Xtabentún — a traditional regional drink — and receive a blessing from a Mayan shaman. Here, you will savor a delicious buffet featuring a variety of regional Mexican dishes in the Yucatán style.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Hacienda Oxman CenoteValladolid, YucatanSWIM IN THE MAYAN CENOTE To end this incredible adventure, you will enjoy a refreshing swim in an ancient cenote. These were and are water sources for the villages in the region. Recharge your energy in this mystical place. In this impressive cenote, you can enjoy the extreme with its breathtaking rappel, where you will descend into the interior if you choose to live this adventure. Once inside, you will have fun with the zip line and vines, or if you prefer, just relax floating in its refreshing waters.Duration: 1 hourStop At: ValladolidValladolid, YucatanVALLADOLID: One of the highlights to enjoy is the wonderful colonial city of Valladolid. There, our guides will tell you about the city’s rich history and take you to visit the 16th-century San Servacio Cathedral, which holds great historical significance. The main square is a place where you can relax and savor sweets, ice cream, and many traditional treats from this marvelous city.Duration: 45 minutesAdditional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lifevest in The cenote
Need To Know Info
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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