EK BALAM, the temple of “Sir JAGUAR “

We begin our tour by visiting the colorful market of Valladolid town.
You will stroll among the Maya people and their customs, to learn about their lifestyle and products.
This colonial city evokes important stories of the past in its historic center. We will continue our adventure to the peculiar ruins of “Señor Jaguar“, in the quiet archaeological zone of “Ek Balam”, surrounded by trees, nature and peace.
In the Mayan language Ek Balam means “shining star jaguar”.
The Late Classic Period , was its peak( 700 – 1000 A.D.).
Architecturally, “The Tower” and the decorations of the builders stand out, which with stucco and limestone achieve a special feline identity to the Ek Balam complex.
Afterwards, a moment to enjoy the sacred mineral waters of a beautiful cenote. To finish enjoying the typical regional gastronomy, prepared with love and affection by our Mayan people.

CHILDREN  PRICE: 2502 MXN (from 4 to 11 years old)

BABIES FREE (from 0 to 3 years old)

 

SCHEDULE:

5:30 – 7:00 am Pick up at Hotel

09:00 am Valladolid Market

09:45 am the historic center

10:30 am To Ek Balam

11:00 am Archaeological guide in Mayan ruins

12:30 pm Towards the cenote

13:00 Refresh in cenote

14:00 Varied buffet lunch

15:00 To hotel

17:00 – 18:00 Return

INCLUDES:

• Transportation
• Bilingual archaeological guide
• Visit to the market
• Walk in the historic center of Valladolid.
• Visit to the archaeological site of Ek Balam
• Cenote bathing
• Buffet lunch and natural water

NOT INCLUDED:

• Federal archaeological taxes 10 USD or 200 MXN (payable in cash the day of the tour).
• Taxation of video cameras in the archaeological site
• Lockers in the cenote