Xunantunich and Cahal Pech from San Ignacio

5.0 ★ · 35 reviews · from USD165

7:30am - 8am pickup from hotels in SAN IGNACIO Town for 2 great Maya sites: Cahal Pech & Xunantunich, unique places to get yourselves familiar with Maya history. Climb, explore and fascinate yourselves with extraordinary structures built by mysterious Mayan people who continue to captivate our full attention and never ending questions as to who, where and what happened to them. Let yourself be pampered by the cool jungle settings, towering structures, let the Maya land whisper to you many of its secrets through your knowledgeable local guide, let time come to a standstill, while you admire breathtaking views of the forest-covered neighboring sites of Actuncan and San Lorenzo Valley before enjoying lunch at a local Restaurant. TOUR STARTS from SAN IGNACIO town UNLESS arrangements are made with local provider PRIOR to tour date. SPECIAL DIETS or ALLERGIES must be informed at time of booking. EXTRA FEE (payable cash at pickup time) for any pickups & drop offs OUTSIDE SAN IGNACIO TOWN.

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What Travelers Say5.0 ★ · 35 reviews

Mayan ruins combo tour (Xunantunich and Cahal Pech) is praised for knowledgeable guides like Rod/Rudolph, Peter, and Jose.
Early starts are recommended - reviewers who went early found the sites uncrowded and more intimate compared to busier ruins elsewhere.
Guides are noted for blending historical education with personal passion for Mayan culture.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves some hiking between and within sites.

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What's Included

✓ Professional local guide

✓ Bottled water

✓ Lunch

✓ Transport by private vehicle

✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)

✕ Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

✕ Entrance fees and meals for infants

✕ pickups & drop offs to hotels/resorts OUTSIDE of San Ignacio Town

Itinerary

1 hr

Enjoy this tranquil & unique maya site: 1 - 2 hrs almost to yourself. Cahal Pech gives you a perfect start to maya history before heading to a bigger site - Xunantunich. Cahal Pech and Xunantunich both share an interesting history during the same time periods yet so different in setting.

1 hr

You will explore the majestic Xunantunich maya site ( 1-2 hrs) hike, climb maya structures, enjoy amazing views of the countryside.

1 hr

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. (Lunch may change venue/location only if necessary)

Meeting Point

The Welcome Center OR your hotel/resort in San Ignacio Town. PICKUPs/DROPOFFs to ANY location more than 20 minutes driving from San Ignacio Town may NOT be provided by St Leonard's, and you will be contacted after your name and address of your hotel is confirmed by local provider.

Good to Know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
REQUIRED: min of 2 people, Children must be accompanied with one paying adult
LOCAL PROVIDER must be informed of any vegetarran, vegan, gluten free or any other FOOF ALLERGY
Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately as per local weather on day of tour
REQUEST FOR car seat must be done at least 24 hours before tour date
TOUR NOT AVAILABLE for CRUISE SHIP passengers due to duration of tour plus driving distance to & from cruise ship terminals
PICKUP time starts 7am OR EARLIER for any hotel outside of San Ignacio town as per arrangement with local provider - before tour date
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.