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Stay at the historic, beautiful Hacienda Uxmal, located in the heart of Uxmal. A favorite of distinguished personalities and royalty. Family owned and operated since 1673.
Guided tour by professional, experienced, Licensed Gray Line Guides.
Majestic Uxmal, declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The architecture of the temples at Uxmal is the most magnificent of all the ancient Mayan cities in Yucatan. The city is set among rolling hills, and steeped in mystery. The Governor's Palace, The Pyramid of the Soothsayer and the Nun’s Quadrangle are just some of the buildings that will capture your imagination!
At night, a feast for your eyes and ears await you at the Light and Sound show. The venue is the Nunnery Quadrangle and, as you sit there under the stars, you'll listen to the stories and legends related to the rise and fall of Uxmal while the temples and pyramids of the ancient city are revealed in all their glory.
After the spectacle, you will enjoy a delicious dinner served at the hotel before you turning in for the night, in an absolute peaceful atmosphere under the night of the Maya.
Overnight at the Hacienda Uxmal. On your second day, after breakfast you will visit the pre-Hispanic city of Uxmal with our specialized tour guide who will take you to explore its magnificent temples. Uxmal has remarkable friezes and architectural details.
Relax in the hotel during the afternoon. Enjoy our pool, visit the Old Hacienda or take an optional tour to Kabah, a 20 minute drive from Uxmal. Famous for its Palace dedicated to the masks of the rain god Chaac, Kabah is a most for the enthusiast in Mayan Archeology.
Inclusion
Roundtrip Transportation from Merida; Free access to the Hacienda Uxmal facilities: Swimming pools, restrooms, lounge chairs, Botanical Gardens, bird and nature trail to the Old Hacienda; Lunch; Gray Line Certified, bi-lingual, Official Guide; 1 night at a Superior Room in the Hacienda Uxmal Hotel; Breakfast (Day 2).
Exclusion
Admission fee to archaeological site and the Light and Sound show; Beverages; Dinner (Day 1); Lunch (Day 2); Gratuities.
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Departs at 9:00am.
Blackout Dates: March 19 and 23; December 12-25; January 1.
Transportation to Merida will depart at 3:30pm from the lobby of the Hacienda Uxmal hotel.
Duration
Approximately 2 days 1 night.
Policies
There is a minimum of 2 passengers for this tour.
Tour
Itinerary Subject to Change without Notice.
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