Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Mayan Experience from Costa Maya

In Costa Maya

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5h 30 mins · 4.9 (103)
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Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Mayan Experience from Costa Maya
As soon as your cruiseship arrives to Costa Maya Port, travel through history in a guided tour through at the Mayan Ruins of Chacchoben to later interact with Mayan descendants at the village of the same name. Witness the daily life of the heirs of this great culture as you interact with your hosts and a local family that will make this experience unforgettable.They will teach you from the ingredients of the classic tortillas to ancient remedies. In this tour, you will try traditional dishes prepared with ancestral techniques that have been inherited from generation to generation with local products and fresh produce that will impress the authentic Mayan flavor of this exquisite food. The highlight of this experience is a tasty lunch cooked with local spices and fresh ingredients specially for the occasion. We recommend this tour if you want to learn more about Costa Maya local culture and you are history lover like us.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • BOTTLED_WATER
  • Certified Guided Tour at Chaccoben Mayan Ruins
  • Visit to a Mayan Village with a Mayan Family host
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
  • LUNCH

What's not included

  • $5.00 USD fee for the use of cameras at the Mayan City. This fee is paid directly at the site.
  • Souvenirs
  • GRATUITIES
  • The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at Chacchoben Mayan City

Itinerary

  1. Visit one of the least explored archaeological sites of the Mayan Culture in the heart of the jungle. Start your adventure in one of the least explored archeological sites in the Maya Zone that date back to 200 BC. and let yourself be surprised by the incredible monuments, flora and fauna that the jungle has to offer you. (1h 30min) Admission included
  2. We will visit the Maya villa of Chacchoben, the same name and ancestors of the ancient Mayan city. In this visit, witness the daily life of the heirs of this great culture as you interact with your host and his family, they will teach you from the ingredients of the classic tortillas to home remedies for some bites of the endemic fauna. A family visit could not be complete without a meal. In this tour, you will try traditional dishes prepared with ancestral techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation, with local products and fresh produce that will impress the authentic Mayan flavor. (2h 0min)

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port. Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.
End point
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port. Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.

Practical information

Operated by
Costa Maya Shore Excursions
Max group size
120 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
en, es
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

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

Important notes

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
  • Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
  • Cruise guests coming from Adventure of the Seas. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Ancient Mayan City of Chacchoben Tour
  • No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 5 hours 30 minutes. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.