Yucatán: Mayan Adventure – RY Marketplace

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Description
Few Mexican destinations can dazzle you with colonial architecture, azure Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico waters, and colonial cities all in one fell swoop. Actually, there’s only one: The Yucatán Peninsula. The peninsula comprises parts of Belize and Guatemala, as well as three separate Mexican states: Yucatán, Quintana Roo, and Campeche. On this trip, you’ll be visiting the state of Yucatán. Enjoy a full weekend in one of México’s most beautiful and trendy territories, The Yucatan Peninsula. This amazing place will dazzle you with ancient Mayan culture, colonial architecture, magic towns, underground water sinkholes, and gorgeous sunny beaches with white sand, all in one fell swoop.

You will stay in the booming colonial city of Merida, the capital of the state and two times named the American Capital of Culture. It was founded on top of an ancient Maya city called T’ho whose stonework was repurposed by the Spaniards as foundations to erect the building we see today such as lofty catholic churches and colonial mansions. Merida’s culture is a distinctive blend of traditions inherited from the ancient Maya civilization and customs brought by Spaniards with a vibrant cultural identity that continues to shape this dynamic city and one of the best Mexican cuisine.

During this side trip, you will be able to visit one of the new seven wonders of the world, Chichen Itza. The pre-Columbian Mayan city was one of the largest and most diverse and features a mix of architectural styles. It’s also popular for equinoxes when the Castillo (castle) temple forms a shadow evoking the appearance of a serpent slithering down the pyramid’s steps. On both days, you will enjoy the fresh and crystal waters of the cenotes. These natural formations were created by a deadly asteroid that slammed into the seafloor off the coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, 66 million years ago, wiping out the dinosaurs and creating freshwater sinkholes and caves called cenotes.

If you are looking to experience things for the first time again, and visit places you’ve never seen before, this is the side trip for you.

Itinerary 

Day 1 – Friday
– Arrival and check in to the hotel
– Free evening (a list of recommendations will be provided)

Day 2 – Saturday

You will visit the famous site of Chichen Itza, recently declared one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. A guide will explain the splendid Castle and share with you the vast knowledge the Mayas used to have about the cosmos, math, and science. There, you will find the biggest ball game court in the Mayan world. To finish the day we will head to a cenote, a refreshing treat to swim in its crystalline waters and relax. A delicious Yucatecan menu will be served for the group to enjoy.

– Breakfast at the hotel

– Departure from the hotel
– Visit Chichen Itza archaeological site
– Visit Cenote and complimentary lunch at the cenote
– Go back to Merida
– Free evening

Day 3 – Sunday

Today you will discover two fantastic gems of the Yucatan, Haciendas, and Cenotes. 

We will be visiting “Hacienda Mucuyché” a site that dates back to the XVIIth Century.
At the hacienda, we will have a guided tour to learn about the “henequen” a fiber that was used in the world before plastic existed.
After that, you will swim in the majesty of the cenotes (water sinkholes) and their crystalline water to refresh, one of them half open and the other completely closed, with an open sealing river that connects both of them. Wrap up in nature and live an experience in total harmony.

– Breakfast at the hotel

– Departure from the hotel
– Visit Hacienda Mucuyche and Cenotes
– Complimentary lunch
– Pool time to relax
– Go back to Merida
– Free evening

Day 4 – Monday

– Breakfast at the hotel
– Free day to work, we recommend booking a late flight so you can visit playa Progreso. 
– Fly back to Mexico City

What’s Included

– 3 nights in shared double rooms (2 full beds and a private bathroom per room)
– Breakfast at the hotel every day
– Pool, high-speed internet, and workspace in the hotel
– Visit Cenotes: transportation, entrance, cooler, cenotes, lunch.
– Visit Chichen Itza: transport, entrance, cooler, and lunch
– Local Host during day trips

What’s Not Included

– Plane tickets from/ to Mexico City
– Shuttle to and from airports (but we can help arrange it)
– Any extras that were not mentioned above
– Lunches not specified and Dinner every day
– Extra drinks and snacks during activities
– Other tours, museum entrances, etc

Things You Should Know
– Dinner is not included on any day

– 3 Breakfast at the hotel included
– Lunches are included on just the days of the experiences (2 lunches: Sat / Sun)
– There is WIFI at the accommodations
– Great biodiversity and unique landscapes
– This is a tropical region
– Yellow fever vaccine is recommended but not obligatory
– Plastic bags are not allowed inside the Cenotes
– Please bring: Sneakers and comfortable shoes for water areas, Clothes for 30ºC-34ºC (86ºF-94ºF) May can get hotter, Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses, and Repellent (sensitive to mosquitoes), A swimsuit, most of the activities will be water-related, Identity documents and medical insurance proof. 

Host Introduction

Rodolfo Santos was born and raised in CDMX, Mexico. He’s 30 years old and has been working with Remote Year and in the tourism industry for about 7 years. He’s passionate about Merida city where he now lives and loves to share his city with visitors from all parts of the world. He’s a big fan of sunsets in Merida and spending a day by the beach. Foodie, and a tequila lover!

Minimum To Operate

8 people

Maximum Capacity

19 people

Deadline To Book
1 week prior to the start of the trip

Duration | From Friday to Monday

Time | We recommend booking a late flight on Monday so you visit Progreso Beach. 

Good for | Anyone who is interested in exploring a new area, learning more about the Mayas, and likes adventure! Good for a foodie and people who enjoy outdoor activities and nature. 

What is the refund policy?

For questions concerning refunds, please email [email protected]. Please note most bookings made within 24 hours are fully refundable. Bookings made outside the 24 hour policy are not eligible for a refund. Please keep in mind, we will automatically refund bookings that are disrupted by extreme weather conditions, last minute cancellations from our suppliers or the minimum number is not met by the booking deadline.

What happens if my booking is changed/cancelled due to weather?

We’ll control the weather. Just kidding! Remote Year can’t control the weather or many other factors that go into planning events. In the event of a change due to weather, the City Manager will do their best to provide a make-up option. Due to last minute changes and busy monthly schedules, we cannot guarantee it works for everyone but we’ll do our best! If you are not able to attend the make-up date(s), we will fully refund your booking.

I have a discount or gift code, can I use it to complete my purchase?

Yes, once you add your item to your cart and check out, you will be able to input the code before completing the purchase. If you need help finding your code, please double check your inbox. You received an email from Marketplace with the code.

Can I book for a friend / family member?

Yes! We welcome your friends and family coming to visit you while you travel the world. Please refer to our Friends and Family policy: Friends & Family (visitors of active Remotes and active Citizens) may be granted access to private Remote Year events, Local Experiences, Side Trips, Community Events, Local Amenity and Services at an extra cost determined by the Marketplace or City Team. Remote Year reserves the right to deny access to Friends / Family who are over using Remote Year services. To avoid abuse of services, non-active Citizens, op-out Remotes, or Remotes who have left a Program can not use services as Friends & Family of Active Remotes or Active Citizens.

I haven’t received a booking confirmation email, can you help? If I cannot attend, can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, you may transfer your ticket to another Remote, Citizen or Family/Friend. Please notify the City Manager as soon as possible to confirm the change. Please note, in the case of special dietary requirements, we might not be able to accommodate special requests on last minute changes. Any bookings that require advanced ticketing linked to an individual’s ID might not be approved.

I’m not currently an active Remote Year participant, can I still book?

As a non-active Remote or Citizen, you forego access to any private Remote Year events including Core Experiences, Local Experiences, Community Events, Local Amenity and Services through the Marketplace. Exemptions will be made on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the City Manager. 

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