Chacchoben Mayan City and Mayan Experience Combo Tour
Description
As soon as your cruiseship arrives to Costa Maya Port, travel through history in a guided tour through the Archaeological Zone 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 medicines. 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. We recommend this tour if you want to learn more about our local culture and you are history lover like us.
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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.
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.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(5)
Fabulous. Tour guide, Elliott, was amazing, personable and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend. The Chaccohben site was worth the trip. The special treat was making tortillas and having lunch with the REAL women of Chacchoben in the small town nearby. My 87 yr old mother went and this was the highlight of the cruise for her.
Our guide Eric was awesome and very informative. The ruins were amazing and worth the drive. The family meal was a definite high lite.
Hi Joseph, We’re so happy to hear you had a great time with us at Chacchoben Mayan City during your cruise vacation onboard the Norwegian Dawn at Costa Maya Perfect Day Mexico! It’s wonderful to know that Eric made the experience informative and enjoyable, and that the Mayan ruins and authentic family meal were true highlights of your day in the Mexican Caribbean. Thanks for choosing Next Experience Travel to explore one of the most impressive Mayan archaeological sites in Costa Maya. Feel free to share your amazing stories and tag us on Instagram and Facebook @NextExperienceTravel so other travelers can discover this beautiful destination too! Hope to welcome you again on another Caribbean adventure. Tropical regards, The Next Experience Travel Team 🌴
The people involved in this experience really take it to the next level. The guides were incredibly friendly and helpful. We loved learning about and touring the ruins. Visiting the Maya descendants in their home, learning how their traditional tortillas were made, and having a delicious lunch they prepared for us was incredible. That lunch was my favorite meal of my vacation. Unlike many tours, there weren't constant attempts to up-sell and they weren't pushy about the opportunities there were nor with tip requests. Highly recommended!
Hi Adrian, We’re so happy you had an amazing time with us in Costa Maya during your cruise on the Harmony of the Seas! It sounds like our guides took your Chacchoben journey—and tortilla-making with local Maya families—to the next level. And wow, your words about that homemade lunch really made our day! Thanks for choosing to spend your day in the beautiful Mexican Caribbean with us and for noticing how genuine and relaxed the experience is—no upsells, no pressure. Feel free to share your memories and tag us on Instagram or Facebook at @NextExperienceTravel—we’d love to see your photos and inspire other travelers! Can’t wait to welcome you back on your next adventure! Warm regards, The Next Experience Travel Team 🌴
Great experience with great people and amazing food. Erick Romero and Peter were great to us and we’re very knowledgeable about everything. Would definitely recommend.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you had a great time with Erick and Peter on your Chacchoben Mayan City and Mayan Experience Combo Tour. It was a pleasure to welcome you to Costa Maya during your MSC Seashore cruise! Feel free to share your favorite moments and tag us on Instagram and Facebook at @NextExperienceTravel — we’d love to see your adventure and help inspire other travelers to discover this beautiful part of the Mexican Caribbean! Tropical Regards, The Next Experience Travel Team
One of the most beautiful tours that either made the place and fantastic if you come on a cruise you absolutely must do it!!!
Hola Ales! Thank you for taking the time to share your comments! We are glad you had enjoyed your visit to our Archeological sites and the Mayan village! We look forward to showing you a bit more of Costa Maya and Mexico next time you are back!
