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IZAMAL – The Yellow Magical Town – Private Tour

About this experience

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!!!

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr–10 hr
  • Private experience

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IZAMAL - The Yellow Magical Town
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr–10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr–10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Cooler with bottles of water and soft drinks
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Beverage are not incluided

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Airport/Departure Tax

Itinerary and highlights

You will explore and walk through the corridors of the convent, you will enter the sanctuary and admire the beautiful gold-plated altarpieces and the small museum in honor of Pope John Paul II, you will enjoy the beautiful view of the second largest atrium in the world surrounded by arches & more...

You will Climb The Kinich Kakmo pyramid located north of the main square of the city of Izamal is one of the largest in Mexico, with a volume of 700,000 m³. it is one of the tallest Mayan Temples in the hole Yucatan Peninsula and one of the five temples in downtown IZAMAL

Then, your favorite part The Gastronomical Adventure is coming, You will Visit & Enjoy The MOST Traditional Restaurant in the Town!!
You will enjoy the real Yucatecan seasoning and delight your palate with the typical dishes of the peninsula.
you will love it !!!

Our city tour could be on foot walking through the beautiful streets and alleys surrounded by colonial and yellow buildings or if you decide we could do it on a Calesa (traditional horse-drawn carriage and adorned with flowers)

Meeting and pickup information

  • WHAT TO BRING: Indispensable to follow the Sanitary Measures to the world situation due to the virus COVID-19 and present their protective equipment (face masks, masks & gloves) •Swimming suit and towel. •Cap or hat for sun protection. •Biodegradable sun protector & mosquito repellent. •Extra dry cloths and a light jacket. •Tennis shoes, sandals, or boots. •Photographic or video camera. •Extra cash for souvenirs and other personal expenses. •Have breakfast before the tour or bring a box lunch.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Tulaka México

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Order the baby seat in advance
  • Some places such as the Mayan Temple and the Museum are not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr–10 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
WHAT TO BRING:
Indispensable to follow the Sanitary Measures to the world situation due to the virus COVID-19 and present their protective equipment (face masks, masks & gloves)
•Swimming suit and towel.
•Cap or hat for sun protection.
•Biodegradable sun protector & mosquito repellent.
•Extra dry cloths and a light jacket.
•Tennis shoes, sandals, or boots.
•Photographic or video camera.
•Extra cash for souvenirs and other personal expenses.
•Have breakfast before the tour or bring a box lunch.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 0+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Some places such as the Mayan Temple and the Museum are not wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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