Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Tour with Certified Guide from Costa Maya

Travel through history and discover the ancient Maya city of Chacchoben, where impressive monuments rise among the tropical jungle. Walk through ancient plazas and ceremonial grounds as your certified guide reveals the history, secrets and legends of a civilization that flourished here centuries ago. Follow the same paths once walked by Maya priests, nobles and rulers, and imagine the ceremonies that once filled this ancient city. Walk beneath the jungle canopy as ancient temples and ceremonial structures emerge among the trees, while mysterious mounds hidden beneath vegetation hint at the secrets Chacchoben has yet to reveal. Along the way, discover native plants, tropical birds and keep your eyes on the trees for spider monkeys in their natural habitat. More than a visit to ancient ruins, this is your chance to walk through Maya history where it happened, surrounded by the monuments, stories and jungle that have guarded Chacchoben for centuries.

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   Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben

   4 hours

   Your adventure begins one hour after your cruise arrives at Costa Maya Port. Enjoy the scenic 50-minute drive to Chacchoben, an ancient Maya site dating back to around 200 BC. Follow your certified guide into the ceremonial heart of Chacchoben, a Maya city that reached its peak around 300 AD. Explore impressive temples and plazas while discovering the stories, beliefs and traditions of the civilization that once flourished here. Walk beneath the jungle canopy as restored structures rise alongside mysterious mounds still covered by vegetation. Discover native plants, tropical birds and, with a little luck, spider monkeys in the trees. Continue to the Gran Basamento, the ritual heart of Chacchoben, for spectacular views of Temple One and the surrounding jungle as your guide brings the ancient city to life. After your visit, enjoy time to browse local crafts and souvenirs before relaxing on the 50-minute drive back to Costa Maya, filled with memories of the ancient Maya world.

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

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