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Izamal, Yucatan, Mexico

Izamal

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Izamal

Welcome to Izamal, the "Yellow City" of Mexico! This vibrant town in Yucatan boasts a captivating blend of ancient Mayan ruins and colorful colonial architecture. Get lost in its sun-drenched streets lined with charming yellow buildings and indulge in delicious local cuisine like cochinita pibil tacos. Don't forget to visit the iconic Convent of San Antonio de Padua and soak up the rich history and charm of this magical town.

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Magical towns and their gastronomy.

If you visit Yucatan.Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday let yourself be pampered It is the only gastronomic tour in magical towns of Yucatan combined with Mayan temples and enjoy the typical dishes of each place.

$100.00
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4/5
240 h

10-Day Yucatan Heritage Ecofriendly Tour from Cancun

Enjoy a fantastic trip through the World Heritage Sites of the Yucatan Peninsula. This trip has a perfect combination of the core nature and cultural activities, that sum up what Yucatan Peninsula is all about! Explore the amazing Sian Ka’an, Calakmul and Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserves as well as the second largest coral reef of the world, the amazing Mayan jungle, the unique wetlands and the wide biodiversity that these ecosystems have to offer. Truly understand the history of the Mayans by visiting impressive archaeological sites such as Coba and Chichen Itza and visit the colonial cities of Valladolid and Merida.

$6,990.00
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7 h

Izamal: The Magic Yellow Town - Private Full Day Tour from Merida

Discover the charm of Izamal, "The City of the 3 Cultures," on this full-day private tour, perfect for all ages. Explore the vibrant yellow town as you visit the historic Convento de San Antonio de Padua, the impressive Mayan pyramids Itzamatul, Kinich Kakmó, and Hun Pik Toc, and the Museo Centro Cultural. Wander through Plaza Izamal, and enjoy a hands-on experience at a jewelry workshop using cocoyol and henequén thorns. With its rich blend of prehispanic, colonial, and modern influences, this tour offers stunning photo opportunities and a deep connection to Mexico's cultural heritage. Get ready for an unforgettable day in Izamal!

$655.00
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72 h

Tour 3-Day Private Yucatan Peninsula Tour Including Mayan Community

Enjoy a 3-day tour which includes private transportation to all main archaeological sites as well as a Mayan community. You will also visit a cenote and see the main landmarks in Merida and Uxmal. The visit to the Mayan community is the best because you will get to live the culture in living color. You will get the most out of it and try the Mayan cuisines at the local market there is nothing like it.

$2,600.00
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Full-Day Tour in New Seven Wonders of the World Itza and Yucatan

Chichen Itza is the most important capital of the Maya world. We will visit the Castle or the Pyramid of Kukulcán where many secrets will be revealed, in 2007 it became one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. We will also also explore, the largest Ball court area in Mesoamerica, and the astronomical Observatory, where the ancient Maya made astronomical calculations with unbelievable accuracy. A visit to the yellow city of Izamal, a great cenote for swimming and cool of and a great Mexican food buffet will make this tour amazing.

$354.70
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Chichen Itza and Izamal Private Tour from Merida

Join us on a private tour with us and explore the most emblematic and significant ruins of the Mayan civilization. Chichen Itza, a majestic archaeological site brimming with mysticism, holds astronomical, mathematical, and architectural marvels, making it a must-visit destination for Yucatan travelers. Accompanied by a certified guide, you will unravel the wonders of this ancient site, including the awe-inspiring Pyramid "El Castillo," the Observatory, The Ball Court, and numerous other fascinating structures. After our visit to Chichen Itza, we will continue our journey to Ik-Kil, an incredible cenote where you can refresh yourself in its cool waters while reveling in the spectacular view. To finish our tour, we will visit Izamal, a colonial city known as "the city of three cultures," as it combines features from its pre-Hispanic past, colonial period, and the present era. We will visit Its most significant construction, the Conjunto Conventual de Nuestra Señora de Izamal.

$240.00
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Private Tour: Chichen Itza, Cenote & Izamal Magic Town by Yucatan Concierge

Enjoy this private day tour from Merida which will take you to Chichen Itza archaeological site accompanied by your expert guide and continue to Izamal magic town. Experience this tour in the best way possible. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

$545.00
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5/5
8 h

Chichen Itza, Cenote Swim & Magical Towns Tour with Lunch

Enjoy comfortable transportation to Chichén-Itzá. At Chichén-Itzá you will learn more about the ancient civilization that shaped the future of a continent, the Mayans were an advanced people, and you’ll be able to learn more about their history, culture, and contributions. After your guided tour of Chichen-Itza, you will also get to explore a cenote, an ancient clear body of water with clean, refreshing water, here we will provide you with a tasty homemade lunch. You will make a quick stop at Izamal, a small-town city where you can take a short walk in the plaza, track down some local desserts, or just take some pictures if you so desire. Unravel the magic of one of the seven wonders of the world; Chichén-Itzá. Enjoy comfortable, modern transportation while enjoying nature. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the waters of a Mayan Cenote. Experience the small colonial town of Izamal; brimmed with charm and history

$109.00
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5/5
8 h

Chichén Itzá Premium & Cenote Experience

Your day begins with an early departure at 6:30 AM, granting privileged access to Chichén Itzá in its most serene hours, before the arrival of the crowds. Accompanied by a certified expert, you will explore this extraordinary ancient city through a deeper, more refined cultural perspective. The journey continues into the heart of the Yucatán, where you will be welcomed into a local Mayan home for an intimate culinary experience. Here, traditional recipes, fresh ingredients, and genuine hospitality come together to offer a true taste of regional heritage. To conclude, you will be immersed in the natural beauty of a carefully selected cenote — a peaceful sanctuary of crystal-clear waters — offering the perfect setting to relax and reconnect before your return to Mérida.

$198.39
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5/5
12 h

Mérida: Maya Train, Chichén Itzá, Izamal & Cenote Tour with Lunch

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Yucatán. Begin your journey aboard the Maya Train, traveling from Mérida to Izamal, the charming Yellow Town, with its streets filled with history and tradition. Then we will continue with the itinerary in our van.

$113.62
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5/5
15 h

Pearls of Yucatan

UXMAL Uxmal is a stunning archeological site in the style of the mayan baroque. Pyramid of the Diviner, Monastery of the Nuns, Governor’s Palace, are still fascinating for visitors. The present name seems to derive from Oxmal, meaning “three times built”. MERIDA The capital city of Yucatan is a gem of colonial architecture. Historic residences from the turn of the 19th and 20th century palaces, universities, and hotels add to its charm. We will visit the National Palace, Paseo Montejo and the Cathedral. We will try local cusine here. IZAMAL This magical town is located in the in the north of Yucatan state. The colonial Izamal is a one-of-a-kind city, all the buildings are painted in yellow. In the pre-Columbian period, this city was one of the important centers of Mayan culture, to this day you can admire the pyramids. In the sixteenth century, the Spaniards built at the top of the pyramid the church and convent of the Franciscans Convento de San Antonio de Padua.

$250.00
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11 h 30 mins

Chichen Itza, Izamal & Cenote Private Tour from Merida

Experience the very best of Yucatán on your own terms with this private, all-in-one adventure—designed just for you! Start with exclusive early access to Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Skip the crowds and the midday heat as you explore at your own pace, guided by a dedicated expert. Next, cool off with a refreshing swim in a sacred Mayan cenote, where crystal-clear waters and then, enjoy a delicious private buffet lunch filled with traditional Yucatecan flavors! End your day in the picturesque town of Izamal, known for its golden-yellow charm and colonial-meets-Mayan heritage. With private transportation, personalized guiding, and a relaxed pace, this is more than a tour—it’s your own unforgettable Yucatán journey. Perfect for first-timers and seasoned travelers alike!

$398.00
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5/5
6 h 30 mins

Private tour at magic town of Izamal with Atv´s

On this tour, you will get to know this beautiful city on a four-wheel drive vehicle, in which you will visit the Kinich Kakmo, Habuc, Itzamatul and Tuul temples. Then, continue visiting the colonial precincts, including the San Antonio de Padua Convent and other nearby chapels of importance. At the end of the tour, you will have an authentic traditional Yucatecan meal in a restaurant with atmosphere and decoration very much in the style of this city.

$295.00
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5/5
10 h

Chichén Itzá archaeological site, cenote and Izamal

Tour in shared service. Duration of tour 11 hr. The operator will pick you up at your hotel at 7:00 am in downtown Merida. First visit the archaeological site of Chichen Itza. Admire the Kukulkan Castle, where the equinox is presented and marvels you every year with its spectacular snake that descends in the form of a shadow; also, visit the Sacred Cenote and the Ball Game. We will also visit the Ik Kil cenote located next to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza. Afterwards we will go to the magical town of Izamal where we will have time to get to know this city painted yellow and white by the will of authorities and neighbors, it maintains an image of elegance and charm of past times that distinguish and define it with a stately air in the regional context. At the end we return to the city of Merida.

$87.17
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IZAMAL - The Yellow Magical Town - Private Tour

Mexico has 121 cities with "magical" designation & IZAMAL was the first one. HEY!! Let´s have fun & learn a lot of the Mayan Traditions in this adventure at one of them, IZAMAL, known "the city of the three cultures" due to its Mayan, Colonial, and Contemporary influences. The first thing you will notice is that the entire town—market, buildings, convent, everything—is painted a cheery shade of yellow. Visit the highlights, including a beautiful Convent of San Antonio de Padua, The Mayan Ruins in the middle of the town (let´s Climb one of the tallest temple in the Yucatan Peninsula with an amazing landscape from the top, the Kinich Kak Mo Temple, which translates as Fire Macaw ), you will learn more about this enchanting city, it could be the oldest colonial city, within which five pyramids stand Then your favorite part The Gastronomical Adventure is coming, You will visit The MOST Traditional Restaurant in the Town. You will enjoy the real Yucatecan seasoning!!!

$470.00
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5/5
7 h

Adventure 4 cenotes

The Cenotes tour in Homún, Yucatán, is considered special for several reasons that differentiate it from other tours in the area: Four different cenotes in one tour The venue includes three impressive cenotes—Restabulary, Chacsic, Xoch and Pool Cocom—each with unique features (open, semi-open and cave). This allows you to live different types of experiences without having to move to multiple sites. Crystal clear waters and well-preserved environments Cenotes are very well maintained, with clean, blue and transparent waters, ideal for swimming, taking photos and relaxing.

$117.23
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5/5
10 h

Archaeological area of Chichen Itza magic village of Izamal

Private Tour: Discover the magic of Yucatan in a day Enjoy a private tour designed for travelers seeking comfort and authenticity. Begin the adventure in Chichen Itza, one of the seven wonders of the modern world, accompanied by a national guide expert in archaeology who will share the secrets of Mayan civilization. Afterwards, get to know Izamal, the Yellow City, a Magic Town full of history, color and tradition. Here, too, you will live a unique gastronomic experience in the renowned Kinch restaurant, tasting a strong dish typical of the region. Includes private transportation, entrance fees and personalized service for a worry-free experience.

$335.22
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Private Tour Two Magical Towns in one day

Discover the historic heart of Yucatán through a private tour of Valladolid and Izamal, two Magical Towns where time moves at a different pace. Among centuries-old convents, ancient Mayan pyramids, and colorful cobblestone streets, you’ll experience a relaxed immersion into the region’s cultural essence. Walk through settings that blend Mayan heritage with colonial legacy, visit iconic landmarks, enjoy local flavors, and let yourself be immersed in the serene atmosphere of these towns that invite contemplation and connection. A day designed to connect you with the history, beauty, and soul of Yucatán through a private, authentic, and carefully curated experience. Highlights: • Colonial architecture: explore the historic convents of Valladolid and Izamal. • Local walks: discover the authentic essence of Yucatán. • Mayan pyramid: climb Kinich Kakmó for stunning views. • Your own pace: enjoy every moment without rushing. • Curated to avoid crowds and commercial stops.

$376.00
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5/5
7 h

Private Tour Izamal, Pyramids and Mayan Handicraft Workshop

Let yourself be enchanted by the charms of this magical town painted in yellow. Discover its pyramids located within the colonial city as you wander through its cobblestone alleys. Along the way, uncover the ancestral secrets of one of the Great Mayan Master Artisans of Mexico and savor the best traditional cuisine in town. - ⁠Discover Mayan, colonial, and contemporary history in this Magic Town - ⁠Climb the largest pyramid in Yucatán and capture the best views in town - Walk along cobblestone streets, colonial houses, and learn about living legends - Visit a museum filled with traditional art - Taste authentic Yucatecan cuisine in a fusion of ancestral and contemporary flavors - Meet one of the Greatest Mexican Artisan Don Esteban and his Mayan jewelry Workshop

$267.00
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5/5
120 h

5-Day Riviera Maya and Yucatan Tour, Mexico

Our 5-day tour of the Yucatan Peninsula will take you to discover the best of this region full of history and natural beauty. Explore stunning Mayan archaeological areas such as Chichen Itza and Uxmal, marvel at the colonial architecture of Izamal, Valladolid and Merida, and relax in the crystal clear waters of the cenotes. You will enjoy authentic local gastronomy and delve into Mayan culture as you tour ancient haciendas. This unique experience is designed to combine adventure, culture and comfort, ensuring an unforgettable trip.

$1,575.43
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