Ek' Balam deluxe tour with Hacienda Chukum & Valladolid
Excursions & day trips

Ek' Balam deluxe tour with Hacienda Chukum & Valladolid

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$179.00
Free cancellation
Language: Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • The ancient Maya city of Ek' Balam is on the itinerary, where you'll explore its fascinating history
  • A visit to Hacienda Chukum includes a refreshing swim in a cenote and thrilling ziplining adventures
  • You'll savour local dishes with a buffet lunch served at a delightful open-air restaurant
  • The day concludes in Valladolid, allowing you to soak up its charming Spanish vibes
  • Your guide for the day is a local expert with unrivalled knowledge of Maya civilization
What to expect

Dive into an epic adventure at the ancient Maya ruins of Ek' Balam with some adrenaline fun packed in too. You'll get to step back in time at this archaeological site, followed by ziplining and cenote swimming at Hacienda Chukum, a buffet lunch of regional classics, and a visit to Valladolid. Maria, one of our local guides, says, ‘Known as the ‘Black Jaguar' or ‘Star Jaguar', it's not every day you get to see such massive structures and what makes Ek Balam unique are its unique double walls that encircle the central area'.

At Ek' Balam, get ready for a blast into Maya history discovering over 40 structures, with the opportunity to climb several monuments. Prepare to be wowed by pyramids and the towering acropolis, offering epic shots of the site and surrounding lush jungle. Next up, let's kick the adventure up a notch at Hacienda Chukum. This isn't your typical stop – it's a jungle hideout with a cenote where you can swim or zip line across the cavern. Your guide will share snorkelling tips and fun facts about the local flora and fauna around you.

After all that action, it's time to refuel with a delicious buffet of regional favourites in an open-air restaurant. Savour dishes like pulled pork, spicy fish, and tortillas, plus some sweet treats to top it off. Our day wraps up in Valladolid, a town oozing with Insta-worthy Spanish vibes, colourful mansions, and quaint cobblestone streets. Enjoy some leisure time to explore, take photos at the Municipal Palace and soak up the laid-back atmosphere in the main plaza before heading back.

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What to remember
  • The tour runs in French on the following days: Cancun on Mondays, Riviera Maya on Tuesdays & Thursdays
  • Pickups are available from selected areas in Riviera Maya, Playacar, RM Norte and RM Sur
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
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Provider
TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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