A Different Merida Tour
10 Days: A Different Merida Tour Package
Our A Different Merida Tour is a cultural adventure to discover famous archaeological sites like Canceh and Mayapan; you will visit Mani, a city with one of the Franciscan convents where Mayan codices were destroyed. You will also discover haciendas, nature reserves, and colorful markets, and in our culinary experience, you will have the opportunity to prepare and taste different Yucatecan and Mexican plates.
Duration:10 Days, 9 Nights
Difficulty: Moderate
Group Size: Minimum 2
Comfort Level: Standard to Luxury
Pick up / Drop off locations
Transportation
Merida International Airport
Minibus | Boat
Physical demand
Trips may include activities like walks and boat rides.
Destination
- Merida
- Celeste
- Canceh
- Mani
- Mayapan
- Haciendas
Highlights
- Culture & History
- Archaeology
- Markets
- Cooking Class
- Nature
- Birdwatching
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A Different Merida Tour Plan
A Different Merida Tour itinerary can be customized to suit your and your family’s interests. Contact us; we are pleased to hear your comments, wishes, and expectations and are ready to design a trip that meets your needs.
Day 1: Arrival in the city of Merida to Start A Different Merida Tour
The Martsam Travel team will welcome you at the Merida International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a relaxing holistic massage to recharge your energy for the adventurous A Different Merida Tour. At night, you will have an authentic Mexican dinner.
Six-night lodging at Merida City.
Day 2: Cuisine and Tasting
During the morning, you will have a short trip to Merida City. Then, you will visit the Hacienda Teya and Hacienda Vista Alegre, colonial jewels from the 17th century dedicated to the Henequen plantation.
The first stop will be Hacienda Teya. You will tour the Hacienda and then enjoy a delicious Yucatecan lunch.
Afterward, you will visit Hacienda Vista Alegre, one of the most important and prestigious producers of rum and exotic fruit liquor. The visit includes visiting the oak barrels, ceramics, and distillery area, tasting the product, and explaining its process.
The day will end with a visit to a 100-year tavern in Merida’s historic center. The saloons, or cantinas, are a tradition in Yucatan. They surged along with the production of the Yucatecan Brewery. During this day, you will have the opportunity to try typical tapas and Mexican liquors.
At night, return to your hotel.
Day 3: Markets and Cooking class with Yucatecan flavors
In the morning, transfer to Muna (30 minutes). The experience begins with a visit to the local market, where you will learn about seeds, tubers, and another ingredient such as fruits and vegetables used in Mexican cuisine.
Afterward, you will be transferred to a Yucatecan Mayan family home. You will have the opportunity to prepare different Yucatecan and Mexican plates and enjoy lunch of what is cooked with the family. Also, you will visit a Maya pottery workshop.
As the sun sets, you will visit a serene cenote for a tranquil night snorkeling experience in crystal-clear waters, a perfect way to end your day.
Day 4: A Different Merida Hacienda Tour
On this day, you will get to know an essential part of Yucatecan history through the Haciendas producers of Henequen and the culture of the people who lived the conquest, necessity, and glory.
Get ready to satisfy your taste buds with a delightful lunch at Hacienda Pedro Ochil, a beautiful, wholly restored hacienda serving a delectable array of Mexican and international cuisine. This will surely make you hungry for more.
In the afternoon, transfer to your hotel.
Day 5: Cultural City Tour
Today, you will enjoy a cultural city tour around the historic center of Merida. Here, you will see modern and classic art galleries and enjoy the Anthropological and Historic museums in the Canton Palace, such as the Casa Quinta Montes Molina Museum and the most ancient Cathedral of the American continent. You will also visit the Casa Montejo house, the handicrafts market, and many other places of interest.
Day 6: Mayan Cities
After breakfast, depart from the hotel to visit archaeological sites. The first stop will be Canceh (40 minutes). Its principal plaza features two restored buildings: the Pyramid and the Estucos Palace.
After that, we transferred to Mayapan, the last Mayan capital and today a walled city. Between its temples, we found a lower-dimensional replica of the Chichen Itza Castle, named Kikulkan. Here, we can see administrative and religious buildings, as well as the former governor’s residences.
You will also be able to visit Mani, a city with one of the Franciscan convents where Mayan codices were destroyed.
In the afternoon, return to your hotel in Merida.
Day 7: Celestun
After breakfast, departure to Celestun (1.5 hours). Upon arrival, you will board a boat for a birding and nature tour around the mangroves and spot flamingos and other shorebirds. After the tour, transfer to a resort to rest and enjoy the beach.
Three-night stay in Celestun.
Day 8 & 9 Free Days
You will have two free days to rest and enjoy the beautiful beaches in Celestun.
Day 10: Back Home end of Your A Different Merida Tour
At your convenience, transfer to the International Airport of Merida (1.5 hours) in time for you to take your flight back home.
Your adventure around Yucatan has finished.
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