Today we will visit one of the most important examples of the Mayan-Toltec civilization in Yucatán, Chichen Itza, exploring the fusion of Mayan construction techniques with new elements from central Mexico. As one of Mexico's most visited tourist destinations, it was granted World Heritage Site status in 1988 by UNESCO World Heritage Site and was recently selected as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. After learning all about the dazzling ancient city, we will head to Cenote Ik-Kil for some local cuisine as well as relaxing and feeling refreshed in the uniquely peaceful and beautiful environment.
Boarding location: We pick up all guests from hotel.
- Hotel Zone: Hotel Lobby (7:20am-8:10am);
- Detailed information refers to "Departure Map"
Itinerary:
Cancun Chichén Itzá(90mins) Cenote Ik-Kil (90mins) Suytun cenote (30mins) Cancun
Chichén Itzá
Chichén Itzá is a complex of Mayan ruins on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. A massive step pyramid, known as El Castillo or Temple of Kukulcan, dominates the ancient city, which thrived from around 600 A.D. to the 1200s. Graphic stone carvings survive at structures like the ball court, Temple of the Warriors and the Wall of the Skulls. Nightly sound-and-light shows illuminate the buildings' sophisticated geometry.
Cenote Ik-Kil
Ik Kil is a cenote outside Pisté in the Tinúm Municipality, Yucatán, Mexico. The cenote is open to the sky with the water level about 26 meters (85 ft) below ground level. There is a carved stairway that leads down to a swimming platform. Ik Kil was considered sacred by the Mayans who used the site as a location for human sacrifice to their rain god, Chaac.
Suytun cenote
Located outside the charming town of Valladolid in southeast Mexico, Suytun Cenote is a breathtaking natural sinkhole that attracts many travelers. The highlight is the middle platform of the cenote, which offers a stunning photo op, especially when rays of sunlight shine through the cave opening above. Just remember to bring a camera that can handle the low light.
Groups with an English tour guide:Minimum of 2 people to be required.
Groups with a Chinese tour guide:
Wednesday and Thursday: Minimum of 2 people to be required.
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: Minimum of 4 people to be required.
*We strongly recommend that you purchase travel accident insurance.