Private tour in Merida Raul G

Uxmal, cenote and abandoned sisal fiber Hacienda Private Tour from Merida

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Raul G.

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Hi, my name is Raul, I am a native of the Yucatan and I am married with 2 kids. Since I was a young kid I have always loved history, languages and I think of myself as a very service oriented person. It is working as a tour guide that I feel fulfilled. I have a bachelor degree in hospitality and business management and I have been working in the tourism industry since I was in high-school. I am a certified tour guide since 2009 and I guide tours in Spanish, English and French in the whole of the southeast of Mexico. During my training to become a licensed guide I was guided around all the Mayan archeological sites of the Yucatan state by the archeologists who were on those years in charge of the restoration of those sites, I am also a member of a continuous education program focused on Mayan archeological sites of Mexico which is provided by the University of Yucatan (UADY) in agreement with the Tourism Bureau of the state (SEFOTUR). In 2018 I was awarded as the tour guide with the best reviews from clients by one of the best mexican travel companies and I have 10 year experience working for high-end british travel companies. Among the subjects I master and I am passionate about are: the ancient Maya civilization (I am a Mayan person myself), the unique natural formations of the Yucatan called "cenotes", the old colonial architecture of Mexico, the old sisal fiber plantations of the Yucatan and the common habits of the most common birds that come to the Yucatan peninsula to nest or to rest during their migrations from the north of the Americas to the south of the Americas. If you come to Progreso in a cruise ship I cannot pick you up at the cruise ramp but I can meet you at the LIGHTHOUSE of Progreso which is located right outside of where the cruiseship shuttle drops you off.

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Overview of your Merida tour

Uxmal is according to the experts, one of the most beautiful sites of ancient Mexico and it has also been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After we see the site at your own pace we will stop to see the remains of a sisal fiber plantation (sisal fiber is extracted from an agave plant and the comercialization of this fiber made the Yucatan the richest state of Mexico in the late XIX and early XX century). Before driving back to Merida or Progreso, we will stop for a refreshing swim in one of the thousands of crystal clear water natural formations that are unique of Mexico called Cenotes. According to the list "The one hundred things we have to do before we die" swimming in a cenote is considered one of those things we have to do before we die!!!

Your Merida tour itinerary

8:00 am departure from meeting point 9:20 am arrival to Uxmal 11:30 am departure from Uxmal to go to the cenote for a refreshing swim 12:30 am arrival to cenote for a swim 1:30 pm departure from cenote to go to the sisal fiber hacienda 2 pm arrival to the hacienda 2:30 pm departure from the hacienda to head back to Merida 4 pm drop off at your hotel or home in Merida Know that the tour is customizable

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

We will get to the destinations in a 2022 SUV Suzuki XL7 with capacity for up to 4 people. Once in the sites the only way to explore them is by walking.

What's included
Other: Bottles of water during our tour
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance tickets to Uxmal (560 pesos per person) and the cenote (150 pesos per person).
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Entrance fee to Uxmal (560 pesos per person) and the cenote (150 pesos per person)
Meeting location

Progreso, Yucatan, Mexico

Airport, Hotel or Accomodation, If you come by cruise I can only meet you at the lighthouse of Progreso.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Adventure
Day Trip
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
History
Tour reference number
526684
Languages
English
Spanish
French
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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Who is this private tour in Mérida best suited for?

This private tour in Mérida is perfect for travellers who want to explore the majestic Mayan site of Uxmal, experience the historical significance of a sisal fibre hacienda, and enjoy a refreshing swim in a cenote. It's suitable for families, including kids and seniors, as it is wheelchair accessible and has a light activity level. It's also ideal for those who prefer a personalized experience with a local guide like Raul G., who can offer deeper insights into the region's history and culture.

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