Top Merida Cultural & Theme Tours

Immerse yourself the mysterious allure of ancient wonder Chichen Itza on a full-day excursion from Merida. Skip crowded lines as you enter the atmospheric ruins through a private entrance, completely avoiding hassle or stress. Listen to your guide’s captivating commentary as you journey through the significant archeological site, discovering sacrificial cenotes, sacred temples and the ancient ball court. Delve into the darkened depths of the Kukulcan Pyramid to catch a rare glimpse of the Chac Mool sculpture before enjoying a fulfilling lunch and dance performance at the Mayaland Resort. A personalized experience is guaranteed on this small-group tour, with number limited to 25 people.

Discover the mystical allure of two of the Yucatan’s most significant archeological sites on a full-day tour to Kabah and Uxmal from Merida. Learn about ancient architectural styles and Mayan mysteries as you explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites with a knowledgeable guide. Discover legendary buildings like the Pyramid of the Magician, the Governer;s Palace and the Arch of Kabah before enjoying a traditional Mexican lunch at the luxurious Hacienda Uxmal Hotel. Personalized attention from your guide is guaranteed on this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 25 people.

Submerge yourself in the rich cuisine and epicurean customs of the Yucatan on a half-day culinary tour of the beautiful Mexican city of Merida. Purchase ingredients from a traditional market and enjoy a cooking class at the home of a local host. Learn about the exotic ingredients and intriguing processes used in Mexican cooking as your knowledgeable guide narrates. Finally, sample the fruits of your labor during a delicious lunch in your host’s comfortable home. Enjoy a personalized experience on this small group tour, with number limits at 12 people.

Immerse yourself in Mayan culture with this 2-day tour from Merida. Enjoy a guided visit to Chichen Itza in the early morning, before the crowds arrive, then visit Kabah and Uxmal on the second day. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Merida hotels are included.

The UNESCO World Heritage site of Chichen Itza is one of Mexico’s most visited destinations. This early morning tour gets you to the ancient capital of the Maya empire before the crowds pour in. Experience in tranquility the Kukulkan Pyramid, the sacred cenote, the ball court, and learn about these archaeological wonders from a knowledgeable guide. This full-day tour includes lunch and hotel transport from Merida.

Immerse yourself in the legendary beauty of Campeche on an enriching full-day excursion from Merida. Accompanied by a professional guide, travel by luxury vehicle to the quaint village of Becal to admire its charming 17th-century church and the enormous monument dedicated to sombreros. Continue to Campeche, an ancient walled city on the rugged coast of the Gulf of Mexico, and gaze at the colossal fortress of Fuerte San Miguel, now a Mayan Archeological Museum. Revitalize with a delicious lunch, explore the historical district of the city, and see the impressive Campeche Cathedral before returning to Merida.

Take a full day trip to Chichen Itza, one of the most sacred and important cultural sites in Mexico. The UNESCO World Heritage site is divided into three areas of ruins, and you will see them all on this comprehensive tour with a private guide. See the Observatory, Great Ball Court and Great Plaza, and of course, the great pyramid of Kukulcan, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. After the tour, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before the drive back to Merida.

Be your own guide while exploring Uxmal at your own pace. This Viator Exclusive includes luxury transport by Mercedes Benz van, plus access to the visitors welcome suite and facilities at The Lodge at Uxmal — just steps away from the archaeological ruins. (Entrance fee to the UNESCO World Heritage site is not included.)

Enjoy two classic Yucatan cultural attractions on this full day excursion. First, visit the archeological ruins of Uxmal, where the rain god Chac was the honored deity due to the site's lack of a fresh water source. Explore the temples, palaces, and pyramids while learning about their ancient Mayan history. After lunch, drive to Kabah to see another set of incredible ruins. A professional guide is at your service to answer any questions you may have about the sites.

Explore the Chichen Itza Archaeological site, then enjoy drop-off in Cancún or Riviera Maya during this 12-hour tour from Mérida. Access the site through a private entryway, then follow your expert guide to learn about the mysteries of the ancient Mayan civilization. Visit landmarks like the Temple of Kukulcan, the Observatory, the Nunnery, La Iglesia and Akab Dzib during a 2-hour tour. Return to the Mayaland Resort for a buffet lunch, accompanied by Yucatanian music and traditional dancing. Spend the afternoon exploring the ruins on your own or taking advantage of the amenities at the resort, then board your comfortable coach for transportation to Cancún or Riviera Maya.

Uncover the mysteries of the ancient Mayans during a full-day tour of Uxmal from Merida. Discover the significant archeological site in both illuminating daylight and atmospheric darkness as you witness a spectacular light and sound show. Gain insight into ancient Mayan civilizations as you follow your knowledgeable guide to the majestic Pyramid of the Magician and Governor’s Palace. Then, as darkness blankets the site, prepare yourself for one of the world’s most acclaimed and astounding light and sound shows. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, which limits numbers to 25 people.

Enjoy exclusive access to Chichen Itza on this day shore excursion from Progreso port, just north of Merida. Skip the lines with immediate entry through Mayaland Resort, then join a knowledgable guide for an in-depth tour of this renowned UNESCO-listed archaeological park. Learn its history as an ancient Mayan capital while exploring such ruins as the Great Ball Court—Mesoamerica's largest—and the imposing Temple of the Jaguars. Afterward, spend an hour exploring on your own before returning to port via Mercedes minivan.

Discover a biosphere reserve that shelters a thriving population of migratory birds on a full-day trip to Celestún from Mérida with an experienced guide. Enjoy the day at a relaxed pace, with plenty of time to visit local restaurants, beach-side bars and the town square. Soak up the sun on the beach and take in views of the Gulf of Mexico. Watch for wildlife on a scenic sunset boat ride along the coast, then pause for dinner in a nearby restaurant before returning to Mérida.

Visit one of the Yucatan's most important cultural land historical landmarks, Chichen Itza, on a day trip with a private guide. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, Chichen Itza is a massive complex of pyramids, observatories, and plazas and was once a bustling city. The center of the site is the Pyramid of Kukulcan (also known as El Castillio) which was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to Riviera Maya.

Unravel the Mayan mysteries and architectural marvels of one of Mexico’s most significant and spectacular archeological sites, on a 2-day tour to Uxmal from Merida. Explore the sacred structures of the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a knowledgeable guide, visiting legendary landmarks like the Governor’s Palace and the Pyramid of the Magician. Awaken your senses to the explosive colors and vibrant sounds of the Uxmal light and sound show during a spectacular nighttime show. Personalized attention is guaranteed on this small group tour, with numbers limited to 25 people.

Enjoy a private tour of Sotuta de Peon Hacienda, a restoration project where visitors can experience what the massive agave plantation was like in its heyday. Travel back in time as you learn about the transformation from plant to fiber. Doubling as a hotel, Sotuta de Peon features beautifully-manicured grounds, private cenotes, and a fantastic restaurant where you will enjoy a buffet lunch.

Discover both the Yucatan capital of Merida and Dzibilchaltun—an ancient Mayan archeological site—on a shore excursion from your Progreso port of call. Begin with a sightseeing tour of Merida, the peninsula's cultural center. View the elegant 19th century mansions along its Paseo de Montejo and pay a visit to the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya—an artifact-filled museum dedicated to Mayan civilization. Next explore the Dzibilchaltun ruins and its intriguing Temple of the Dolls. You can even go for a swim onsite before returning to port.

Benefit from the attention of a private guide on a day trip from Merida to the ancient Maya city of Uxmal, a World Heritage site. You'll discover the features of the archaeological ruins on a personalized tour, then relax with access to the swimming pools and restaurants of Hacienda Uxmal and the Lodge at Uxmal. Round-trip private transport by Mercedes Benz vehicle is provided from your hotel.

Venture out into the Yucatan countryside on this combination hacienda and cenote adventure. Haciendas are large ranches or plantation homes and on this tour you will see three of them. After hotel pickup in Merida, visit Hacienda Yaxcopoil and Hacienda Uayalceh with guided tours of each. Afterward, visit two exquisite cenotes. Finally, have lunch at a hacienda with its own restaurant and cenote-pool before heading back to Merida.

This 2-day action-packed tour takes you to UNESCO site Chichen Itza and the charming colonial city of Merida. With the help of a certified guide, learn about Chichen Itza’s top landmarks such as the Kukulcan Pyramid and the Ball Court. Explore even more sightseeing gems with your choice of visiting Uxmal and Kabah — two spectacular pre-Hispanic cities — or settling in for Uxmal’s impressive nighttime light and sound show. Enjoy flexibility and take the tours in the order that you prefer. Some meals and hotel transport from Merida are included.

Set out from your Progreso port of call for an on shore excursion of Uxmal, an ancient Mayan ceremonial site about 50 miles south of Merida that is renowned for the Puuc architectural style of its ruins. Spend your day touring this UNESCO World Heritage Site, visiting such remarkable structures as the Pyramid of the Magician and the Governor's Palace and learning the history of this once-flourishing city from your knowledgable guide. Enjoy a box lunch on your return trip to port. 

Discover the Mayan monuments of Uxmal, one of Mexico’s best-preserved archeological sites, on a 9-hour day trip from Merida. Ideal for lovers of history and culture, this excursion combines a guided tour of Uxmal’s mighty pyramids and ballcourts with a self-drive tour in a 4x4 Land Rover Defender. Refreshments and hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour, limited to 10 people.

day1:Mérida airport transfer to hotel Rest of the day free and overnight. day2:Hacienda Xcanatún,Kabah,Uxmal,In the morning,depart to the archaeological site of Kabah,Then, we will continue our journey to the impressive archaeological zone of Uxmal,Enjoy lunch and in the afternoon we will be able to witness the majestic show of Light and Sound that takes place in this place. day3:Loudge Uxmal,Hacienda Xcanatun.In the morning we'll transfer back to Merida,Afterwards we'll transfer to Hacienda Xcanatun.  day4:Hacienda Xcanatun,Izamal,Hacienda San Jose.In the morning we'll depart to Izamal.  day5:Hacienda San Jose,Bungalows Mayaland Chichen.We'll be free in the morning and then in the afternoon transfer to the Mayaland Resort. day6:Chichen Itza,Cancun. we will visit chichen itza,Lunch and later transfer to the selected hotel in Cancun.day7:Cancun.After check-out we will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.

Take a day trip to Uxmal to learn about Mayan history and culture. Visit Choco Story, a sensory museum dedicated to cocoa, which the ancient Mayans called "drink of the gods." You will also spend time at an archaeological site to learn more about Uxmal's history as a center of power in ancient times. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a hacienda before heading back to Merida.