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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Mayan Family Experience from Costa Maya

Costa Maya from Cruise Shore Expeditions
  • Duration5h 30m
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryAgent Low Quality Product, Bus Tours

Overview

Discover the Maya story from past to present in one unforgettable experience. Explore the ancient city of Chacchoben, where temples and ceremonial plazas hidden in the jungle reveal the history of a civilization that flourished here centuries ago.

Then experience a side of Maya culture that is still very much alive. In the village of Chacchoben, spend time with a local Maya family and discover traditions passed down through generations — from making traditional tortillas and learning about ancient natural remedies to sharing dishes prepared with local ingredients and ancestral cooking techniques.

More than a visit to the ruins, this experience connects the ancient Maya city with the people, flavors, and traditions that continue today.

Join us and experience the Maya legacy from past to present, with the people who continue to keep these traditions alive today.

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What's included

  • Traditional Mayan lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients

  • Bottled water

  • Authentic Mayan Family Experience in a local community

  • Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle

  • Guided tour of Chacchoben with a professional local guide

  • Entrance to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins

What's Not included

  • $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.

  • Souvenirs

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  • Your adventure begins one hour after your cruise ship arrives in Costa Maya, with an approximately one-hour ride through the southern Yucatu00e1n countryside toward Chacchoben, an ancient Maya city hidden in the tropical jungle.nnExplore Chacchoben Mayan Ruins with your guide, walking beneath the jungle canopy as you discover impressive temples, ceremonial plazas, and structures dating back to around 200 BC. Learn about the people who once lived here, their traditions, and the history behind this remarkable Maya city while keeping an eye out for spider monkeys and tropical birds in the surrounding jungle.nnBut your connection with Maya culture doesnu2019t end at the ruins. From Chacchoben, continue to the nearby Maya village, where youu2019ll meet a local family and experience how generations of traditions remain part of everyday life today.

  • Continue to the Maya village of Chacchoben, where the history you discovered at the ruins becomes a living culture. Spend time with a local Maya family, hear their stories, discover traditions passed down through generations, and get a closer look at everyday life in the community.nnEnjoy traditional dishes prepared with local ingredients and ancestral cooking techniques, sharing the flavors and hospitality of your hosts while experiencing a side of Maya culture few visitors to Costa Maya get to see.nnAfter your Mayan Family Experience, relax on the comfortable ride back to Costa Maya Port.

Good to know

  • 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 arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options

  • No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all

  • The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at the Mayan City

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for jungle trails with occasional rocks and roots.

  • Visitors are not permitted to climb the archaeological structures

  • Bring cash for optional purchases, as card payments may not be available at Chacchoben.

  • This tour operates rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately for the dayu2019s weather.

  • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.

  • Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please provide any dietary requirements at the time of booking so arrangements can be made in advance.

  • Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.

Cancellation Policy

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

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time
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