Top Merida Archaeology Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

Be your own guide while exploring Uxmal at your own pace. This Viator Exclusive includes transport by Mercedes Benz van, plus access to the visitor's 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 adventures in one on this combination tour to Izamel. A private guide whisks you to the "city of three cultures," aptly named for its Mayan, Colonial, and contemporary influences. Visit historical highlights and stroll through the town, whose buildings are painted a cheery shade of yellow. Afterward, visit the small archaeological site of Aké and pop into a hacienda where henequen (agave) is processed.

Visit an ancient Mayan capital, a sacred cenote, and a beautiful colonial city on all-day guided tour. After a time-saving hotel pickup, travel to Chichén Itzá and learn about the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site from an informative guide. Make the most of limited time and swim in a cenote, enjoy a lunch of traditional dishes, and stroll the atmospheric streets of Izamal on one convenient outing.  

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.

Explore one of the New 7 Wonders of the World during a 2-day trip to Chichen Itza from Merida. With a knowledgeable guide, uncover the secrets of Mexico’s most impressive archeological site as you visit significant structures like the Pyramid of Kukulcan and the ancient Ball Court. Enjoy overnight accommodation at the Mayaland Hotel, along with some meals and use of the facilities.

See the wonders of the Riviera Maya during this full-day, guided, multi-stop tour. Learn the history of an ancient society at Chichen Itza (entry fee additional cost) and snap a selfie in front of the iconic pyramids. Cool off with a swim in an underground cenote and recharge with a buffet lunch before heading to Tulum or Playa del Carmen.

Explore one of the most significant Mayan archeological sites and see a stunning audio-visual display on this convenient all-day guided tour. Save time with hotel pickup and travel to the ruins of Uxmal. Learn about the history of this ancient city from an informative guide. Enjoy a dinner of traditional Yucatecan dishes—included in the tour price—and finish the night with a memorable sound and light show.

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.

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.

Combine two outings in one convenient day trip. On this exclusive tour just for your party, visit Cenotes Santa Barbara, where you will see the difference between three kinds of cenotes: open, semi-open, and closed. Take a dip in these refreshing waters, which is a uniquely Yucatan experience. Afterward, your guide will take you through the village and explain the cultural and historical highlights. Enjoy lunch on your own before heading back to Merida.

We will start this beautiful day picking you up at the meeting point, the objective is to get to the archaeological zone of Chichen itza early, since it is the most visited, at that time we will find fewer people and we will take advantage of the morning that is cool and not so hot, inside of the area we will explain the importance of this great Mayan city. Afterwards we will continue to refresh ourselves in the fresh and crystalline waters of a cenote that belongs to a Mayan community and that is surrounded by abundant vegetation, flowers and birds, the Mayan community also has a restaurant where they offer a great variety of typical regional food, thus as well as vegetarian options. After eating we will continue to the magical city of Izamal known as the city of the three cultures due to its pre-Hispanic, conquest and modern past. We will visit the Mayan temple of Kinich kak mo which we can climb to the top, the convent and its beautiful streets. At the end we will return to the city of Merida

Travel back in time on a day trip that takes you to two off-the-beaten path archeological sites. Designed with history buffs in mind, this excursion puts the hieroglyphics of Loltún Cave and the ancient landmarks of Uxmal into context, and ensures that you receive personalized attention by limiting group numbers to only 15 people.

Take complete control of your sightseeing experience and explore one of the New 7 Wonders of the World your way on this Viator Exclusive tour from Merida. This exclusive tour, available nowhere else, includes access to Chichen Itza via a private entrance and the use of an exclusive visitor's welcome suite in the Mayaland Resort. Spend as much time as you like in the Chichen Itza archeological site before you revitalize with flavored water beside the pool.

Travel by comfortable, climate-controlled minivan to the pre-Columbian Mayan site of Mayapan on an affordable all-day tour. Visit the former capital of the Yucatán’s Mayan culture in the Yucatán with a certified guide and learn about the rich history of the Maya. See restored structures, excavated pyramids, preserved artifacts, and the “Palace of the Stuccos,” which contains many elaborate friezes. Afterward, take a refreshing dip in a cenote.

We named it "Undiscovered Mayapan & Telchaquillo" due to a previous family trip. In this half-day tour we offer you a combination between the gorgeous archeological zone as it is Mayapán and this cozy and private cenote, will totally disconnect you for a while with the noisy city and stressful routine.

◆ The Pyramid of the Chichen Itza ruins was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988 and the 2007 New World Wonders, and is a staple spot for tourists from all over the world. An English guide will explain the ruins! ◆ The Cenote Equill has attractive vine curtains that flow from the ceiling. There is no doubt that you will be able to take photogenic photos [Included] Lunch, 1 bottle of water [Not included] Entrance fee for each visit Ikil Cenote: Locker fee ($3 USD) Life jacket (about $2 USD) Drinks at lunch, tips [Tour Notes] At Cenote, you can swim after removing makeup and sunscreen. Only the folding stroller can be brought into the car. It is forbidden to bring large backpacks into the ruins. Bringing a video camera to the ruins costs 45 pesos. When a child swims, please be sure to bring a guardian with you and keep a close watch on your child.

Plan a stress-free visit to Valladolid with this full-day tour that includes round-trip transport from accommodations in Merida. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about the ancient Mayan archaeological site of Ek Balam and the colonial town of Valladolid. The tour also features free time to relax and have lunch at Cenote Saamal, one of many natural sinkholes unique to the Yucatán’s landscape.

We will visit the city of Izamal, the first magic town in México, considered a colonial jewel. We choose IZAMAL because is a truly Magic Town with a unique mix of Mayan archaeological remains hidden in its fantastic colonial architecture, its gastronomy that combines pre-Hispanic techniques with Colonial flavors, its legends, its traditions that take you back in time 5 centuries. We will guide you to climb the top of one of the largest pyramid in the world. We also will visit the San Antonio de Padua Convent built upon a Mayan shrine with one of the biggest closed atrium in the world. To make you experience authentic and memorable, we will take you to meet one of the master handcrafts men of México, you will discover his original jewel technique using organic plants and also you will learn in a workshop how to create a Mayan piece. Because you cannot leave Izamal without tasting the best of its gastronomy, we will take you to a magnificent culinary space of Yucatecan food.

This tour is unique, since 3 destinations are visited, combining archeology, nature and culture in just one day.

Yucatan has a lot of attractions to visit, through ecological tourism you can do various activities and have a direct contact with nature, know the culture, traditions and Mayan roots. In ecotourism you can observe birds, swim in the fresh waters of the mystic Mayan cenotes, practice cave diving, cross the mangroves, attend Mayan ceremonies, make mountain bike tours, kayak and sport fishing These are some of the activities you can do in the company of your family and spend a different and unforgettable holiday. Besides that with the visit you have the opportunity to contribute to the conservation of the natural and cultural resources of the region, to coexist with the Mayan communities and to be part of them in this adventure that is Yucatan.