Visit old hacienda with yellow city of Izamal and swim in the cenote
Departure time: 8:00 AM
Duration: 10 hours
Seasonality: Whole year
We would love to invite you on an unforgettable journey from Mérida to the enchanting Yellow City of Izamal!
Our day kicks off at the historic Hacienda Aké, where we'll dive into the fascinating world of henequen processing. Trust me, it's way cooler than it sounds! Then, we're off to Izamal, a place so charming it'll make your heart skip a beat. Imagine streets lined with buildings painted in sunny yellow, giving the town its famous nickname. We'll explore the impressive Pyramid of Kinich Kakmó and the iconic yellow-painted convent. It's like stepping back in time, but with better photo ops! After working up an appetite, we'll treat ourselves with some traditional yucatecan cuisine at a local restaurant. But wait, there's more! We'll wrap up our adventure with a refreshing dip in a cenote. It's the perfect way to cool off and embrace the natural wonders of Yucatán. So, if you're up for a day filled with history, culture, and a splash of natural beauty, this tour to Izamal is the perfect choice for you!
What is included?
Transportation from Mérida
Guide (fluent English)
Minibar on board (Water, soda, juice, local beer)
Visiting Hacienda Aké with tour of Henequen processing)
City tour in Izamal (Mayan pyramid Kinich kakmó)
Visiting 1 Cenote
Lunch
Tour Itinerary
8:00 AM: Start your day with a comfortable hotel pickup.
9:30 AM: Arriving at Hacienda Ake. This hacienda is one of a few in Yucatan where the original henequen processing can be still seen. Enjoy the tour!
11:30 AM: Take a walking tour of Izamal with us. Visit the famous yellow-painted Convento de San Antonio de Padua and explore the streets, markets, and local shops. Climb the pyramid Kinich Kakmó and see the beautiful landscape and its elements from different eras of history.
13:00 PM: Have a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant.
3:30 PM: Visit the cenote and take a refreshing swim or simply bask in the tranquility of this magical place.
6:00 PM: Return to Mérida and drop off in your hotel.
*In case that visiting hacienda would not be your cup of tea, we can replace this activity with visiting several different cenotes.