Hotel Villa Merida

Mayan Explorer Packages

As an introduction to the wonders of the Yucatan and its incredible history, we have designed all-inclusive tour packages that include full accommodations, personal guides, and private transportation. These weekend packages allow you to hand-pick your Mayan experience or receive superb recommendations from our knowledgeable local staff. Our guides are fluent in English, Spanish, and Mayan dialects and are experts in the history and traditions of the Mayan people and region. No matter which package option you choose below, our expert guides will take you on a series of tours that will reveal the wonders of the Yucatan.

* Price per person in double occupancy.
* Price in United States Dollars.
* 2 children ages 6 & under stay for free in the same room.
* Archeological site tickets for two adults are included in the price.
* Food and beverages on tours and boat tickets are not included in the price and need to be purchased separately.
* Prices valid thru June 30, 2010.
* Ask for group packages for up to 7 people.

The Tours

Merida City Tour

This tour introduces you to the history of the walled "White City", Merida. From the oldest cathedral in the Americas on the town square. Along the Paseo de Montejo, with its grandiose European style mansions. Through the neighborhood barrios. This fascinating tour provides a wonderful and overview of this vibrant city and its warm populace.

Duration: 3 hours

Explorer Tours

Uxmal & the Haciendas Tour

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Uxmal is one of the major Mayan cities of the "post classic" period. Incredible restored structures, of the Puuc architectural style. You will marvel at the size and scope of one the finest sites in the Yucatan. As you visit and explore some of the 18th century haciendas that have been restored to their former glory, you begin to understand the wealth and power of the sisal barons.

Duration: 7 hours

Mayapan, Cenotes & Tecoh Tour

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Mayapan, the last great walled city of the Mayan civilization is also one of the most beautiful of the great archeological sites. A rival to the great city of Uxmal with a history drenched in blood and conflict. Tecoh, with its great colonial Church formed part of the great 16th century "Convent Route" and is a true Yucatecan colonial town. You'll visit and get to swim in a beautiful underground cenote.

Duration: 6 hours

Dzibilchaltun & Progreso

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This tour takes you to the Mayan city of Dzibilichaltun, a center of both trade and worship for over two thousand years, featuring a visit to the Temple of Seven Dolls. You'll get to swim in one it's sacred cenotes before traveling on to the port town of Progreso. Enjoy some time exploring the beach and restaurants in this colorful little port town.

Duration: 6 hours

Celestun

The petrified forest and mangroves of this nature preserve provide sanctuary to largest pink flamingo habitats in the northern hemisphere. Explore the reserve by boat, in this incredible nature preserve. Afterwards explore the rustic beach fishing community of Celestun.

Duration: 7 hours

Adventure Tours

Ek-Balam & Valladolid

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Ek-Balam is one of the major Mayan cities, a contemporary to - and rival of - the city states of Tikal and Palenque, founded in the Classic period (200AD to 900AD) this enormous city is still being explored, and still revealing new secrets. Recently a newly excavated royal tomb revealed over 7,000 new artifacts. The colonial town of Valladolid, a quiet town with a history going back to colonial times was the starting place of Caste Wars that tore the Yucatan apart at the end of the 19th century, a turning point in the history of the Yucatan.

Duration: 9 hours

Chichen Itza

Often hailed as the Seventh Wonder of the World, a visit to this UNESCO World Heritage site is certainly the best known archeological site in the Yucatan. A day long visit and tour of this spectacular Maya-Toltec city and its famous cenotes is a must for all first time visitors to the Yucatan. Spectacular restorations on a colossal scale make for a fascinating day long trip.

Duration: 8 hours

Izamal & Chichen Itza

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In addition to visiting Chichen Itza, this tour takes a side trip to the famed "yellow city" of Izamal. Famous for its Franciscan monastery, constructed on top of the pyramid in this ancient Mayan capital, it boasts what is claimed to be the largest courtyard in the Americas. Another stop on the Convent Route on a beautiful colonial town.

Duration: 9 hours

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