Explore one of the greatest Mayan ceremonial centers on a full-day tour of Uxmal. See the Pyramid of the Magician, Quadrangle of the Nuns, and more. Then, visit the ruins of Kabah, one of the largest archaeological sites in the Yucatan.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 6 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Pick-up is included from most hotels located within the tourist area of Merida (downtown and around). An additional surcharge applies for passenger pick-up outside this area
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the extraordinary ruins of Uxmal & Kabah on a full-day tour from Merida
- See the Pyramid of the Magician and learn about the Mayans knowledge of astronomy
- Learn why Uxmal is considered by many to be the high point of Mayan art and architecture
- Admire the hundreds of stone masks of the rain god Chaac on the façade of the Palace of the Masks at Kabah
Full description
Discover some of the highest representations of Mayan art and architecture on this 6-hour tour from Merida to the ruins of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Uxmal, and the large archaeological site of Kabah.
First, drive 65 miles south to the pre-Hispanic town of Uxmal, which dates from between 700 and 1000 AD. Built on a layout revealing the Mayans knowledge of astronomy, tour the Pyramid of the Magician, Quadrangle of the Nuns, and Palace of the Governor to see why many consider Uxmal to be the high point of Mayan art.
Continue to the ruins of Kabah, a Mayan archaeological site connected to the ruins of Uxmal by an 11-mile (18 kilometer) raised pedestrian causeway. The largest archaeological site in Puuc, after Uxmal, admire the hundreds of stone masks of the long-nosed rain god Chaac on the façade of the Palace of the Masks.
The name "Kabah" or "Kabaah" is thought to come from the archaic Mayan for "Iron Fist,” and is mentioned in pre-Columbian Mayan chronicles. At one time, the site had a number of sculpted panels and lintels depicting scenes of warfare, most of which have now been moved to museums.
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- Round-trip transfers
- Meals
- Optional gratuities
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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- Please contact a Mexitours representative to confirm your hotel pick-up time at least 24 hours in advance using the phone number listed on your voucher, or send an e-mail including your hotel name and any special requests
