Private Tour Uxmal Ruins and Chocolate Museum plus Cenote

4.9 (43 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Immerse yourself in a private experience blending Maya heritage, cacao traditions, and natural serenity. In Uxmal, a jewel of the Puuc Route, explore one of the most refined Maya cities in Mesoamerica, where architectural harmony and symbolic temples reflect centuries of wisdom.

Continue with an immersive cacao experience, discovering its cultural and spiritual importance for the Maya through an open-air setting that bridges past and present.

End the day at an open cenote within a local community, a natural sanctuary ideal for swimming, refreshing, and reconnecting with nature.

A journey designed for calm discovery, depth, and connection.

Highlights

Uxmal, jewel of Puuc art: UNESCO World Heritage site known for monumental architecture and finely carved stone mosaics.
Cacao in Mexico: Learn its history and enjoy a hot chocolate demonstration using pre-Hispanic techniques.
Community cenote: Swim in an open cenote and experience its natural beauty in a contemporary Maya setting.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: TRAVELEZZA

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Youth (4–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Life jacket
Included: Certified bilingual guide
Included: Minibar: refreshing beverages and snacks
Included: Travel insurance during transportation

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Zona Arqueologica Uxmal

3 hours Admission included

Explore the archaeological site with your private guide, uncovering its temples, palaces, and the remarkable architectural mastery of the Maya civilization.

The drive from Mérida to Uxmal takes 1 hour 30 min.

The guided tour lasts 1 hour 30 min.
Choco Story uxmal

2 hours Admission included

Explore the sacred origins of cacao in the Maya world through immersive outdoor exhibits set in the heart of the jungle, and taste traditional chocolate prepared in the same way the ancient Maya once did.

Enjoy a lunch stop at a local restaurant we recommend, or at your preferred venue within Uxmal.

The guided tour lasts 1 hour.

Lunch time: approximately 1 hour.
Cenote Yaal Utzil

3 hours Admission included

Enjoy a refreshing swim in a crystal-clear cenote surrounded by nature, with the option to jump from its platform.

The return trip to Mérida takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Temazcal 66
Hotel Boulevard Infante
Hotel El Caminante
Treehouse Boutique Hotel
Decu Downtown
La Casa del Turix
Hotel Hacienda Inn Aeropuerto
Hacienda Kancabchen
Casa "La 44"
Hotel Chariot
ibis Styles Merida Galerias Hotel
Camino Real Merida

and 177 more pickup points

We will meet travelers at the hotel lobby. If you are staying at AirBnb or private accommodation please let us know once booked.

Using your ticket

Please present your mobile ticket to your guide at the starting time the day of your tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children's Policy: Children under 12 years old are welcome on this tour. Children 12 years or older pay as adults. Children under 5 years old must use a stroller.
Your participation promotes sustainable tourism and cenote protection
Flexible itinerary
No mandatory stops at souvenir shops