Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Tour with Certified Guide from Costa Maya

4.8(26)4 hoursEnglish, SpanishBook 12 hours aheadCosta Maya, Mexico

From

$89

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.

Included

Bottled water
Approximately 2-hour guided tour of the Mayan ruins
Certified Tour Guide
Entrance fees to Chacchoben Archaeological Site
Roundtrip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

$5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.
Souvenirs
Gratuities

What you'll do

Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
Zona Arqueologica de Chacchoben, Chacchoben, Mexico
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.
4 hoursAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

1 location

Pickup details

Your tour departs one hour after your cruise arrives at Costa Maya Port. Meet at Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the port area. Allow 15 minutes to walk from your ship. Provide your full cruise ship name when booking. Detailed directions and a map will follow confirmation.

Good to know

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