Progreso Mayapan and swim cenote excursion

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Mayapan the last Mayan Capital — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Progreso Mayapan and swim cenote excursion, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the archeological site of Mayapan. These Mayan ruins are considered the last Mayan capital of the postclassic era Then refresh yourself in the cool fresh water of a beautiful cenote.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Shore Excursions Mexico by Criss & Sands Travel

Ages: Infants (1–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–55 years) · Seniors (56–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: English speaking certified shore excursion guide!
Included: Snacks
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Fully licensed and insured shore excursion transportation!
Included: Complimentary snack and bottled water!
Included: Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from your Progreso cruise ship terminal or hotel in Progreso or Merida

Not included

Not included: food and drinks at restaurant are not included

Itinerary

Mayapan Archaeological Zone

one hour Admission not included

Spend your day learning about ancient Mayan culture at the Ruins of Mayapan. Afterward, an adventure deep into the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula.Upon your arrival at Mayapan, you will first notice the 5.65 miles (9.1 km) long wall surrounding the site, this is arguably the largest defense wall found anywhere in Mesoamerica. Evidence that Anthropologists have uncovered at the site suggests that Mayapan was once the capital of the Mayans during the Late Post-Classic period. Your knowledgeable guide will show you all of the most important buildings in the center of the site, from the largest pyramid the Temple of Kukulcan, and around the ceremonial center which oratories, colonnaded halls, temples, sanctuaries, shrines, platforms, and altars. An estimated population of around 12,000 once lived inside the walled city. After about 45 minutes you will have seen all the best sites and will return to your transportation to head off towards your next stop, Nah Yah cenote.
Stop 2

2 hours Admission not included

Disembark and find yourself surrounded by jungle, follow your guide to a wooden staircase that descends into an opening in the ground. As you climb 27 feet (9 meters) down and your eyes adjust, you will see the sparkling blue water of the cenote below. Take in the cracks and crevices of the limestone surrounding this large underground body of water, 72 feet (22 meters) long by 78 feet (24 meters) wide and a maximum depth of 88 feet (27 meters). Jump in from the wooden platform to refresh yourself in the cool fresh water, just be sure to not use any sunscreen as the oils can damage the delicate ecosystem. After about 1 hour you will again board the transportation and return to the cruise terminal!

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hotel Casablanca 160
Yaakun
Hotel Temazcal 66
Hotel Boulevard Infante
Treehouse Boutique Hotel
La Casa del Turix
Hotel Hacienda Inn Aeropuerto
Casa "La 44"
Fiesta Inn Merida Altabrisa
Kuka & Naranjo
ibis Styles Merida Galerias Hotel
Nuevo Paris Hotel

and 225 more pickup points

FOR CRUISE GUESTS: you will meet in downtown Progreso. Once you disembark from the ship, head directly to the Auto Progreso FREE shuttle area and board the FREE shuttle. The shuttle will make two stops: 1. The first stop is the Auto Progreso Bus Terminal, located downtown on Street 77, between Streets 80 and 82. 2. The second stop is the

Handcraft Market, located on Street 78, between Streets 75 and 71. No matter which location you get off at, the SHORE EXCURSIONS MEXICO representative will be waiting for you. The only authorized individuals to greet guests and ensure service are Jose Arenas, Cristobal Figueroa, Bianca Crisanty, and Sallie Againts-Hirst.

FOR HOTEL GUESTS: you will meet your local shore excursions mexico representative at your hotel´s lobby.

Using your ticket

If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

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 too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide