Chichen Itza
Private Day Tour

Description

Early pick up by English speaking driver/guide and transfer to the archeological site of Chichen Itza one of the seven wonders of the world. Here you can see the famous pyramid of Kukulkan, the temple of the warriors, the observatory and many other monuments.

Chichen Itza had a large influence of the Toltecs from Central Mexico between 1100 and 1200 A.C. Only about 30 of all the discovered structures have been excavated up to date. The oldest date from the classic period around 600 A.C. The Toltecs constructed a huge amount of their structures on top of the Maya temples. The pyramid El Castillo is the most impressive with a height of 30 meters (about 90 feet), indicating the equinox. We continue to the largest ball court of Yucatan. The observatory “El Caracol” looks like a snail and has been discovered in 1842 by John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick Catherwood, who drew it. The astronomical observatory was used to observe Venus.

We continue our trip to a cenote, a water sinkhole, where you can refresh yourself and swim. Transfer to the colonial city of Valladolid. The idyllic city Valladolid is characterized by colonial houses of vivid colors. In Valladolid we can visit the City Hall with wonderful paintings that tell the story of the city. The church is constructed with the stones of the pyramid that used to be at the place where we find the main plaza nowadays. The optional lunch can be enjoyed in the restaurant Mesón del Marques known for its excellent typical and regional food. Transfer back to your accommodation.