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2-day Tour of the Mayan Culture – Takalik Abaj + a farm + a museum + downtown
Retalhuleu Downtown
Takalik Abaj Archeological Site
Takalik Maya Lodge
Takalik Maya Lodge

Mayan Heritage Escape: Takalik Abaj, Farm Encounter & City centre

By Guat2do Travel Experiences
Price is CA $1,361 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

We will discover an ancient Mayan city and learn about crops of extreme importance from ancient times to the present. In addition, we will go city centre Retalhuleu. We will do all these activities on a two-day tour from Tapachula in Mexico.

This is the ideal tour for all history and archaeology lovers interested in the Mayans, their heyday, their cities, and how modern Mayans live today.

We will depart from the Central Park of Tapachula on day 1 at 7:00 AM and return to the same point on day 2 between 4:00 and 6:00 PM. Relax and enjoy while you get to know a new place in the company of an expert tour guide with years of experience, so you don't miss a single detail.

Travel in a modern air-conditioned bus and stay at a hotel located inside a natural reserve with mesmerising views of Santiaguito Volcano. Don't give it second thoughts and reserve your spot.

Activity location

  • Miguel Hidalgo Central Park
    • Av. Sexta Nte, Centro
    • Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Parque Central Miguel Hidalgo
    • Avenida Sexta Norte
    • 30700, Tapachula de Córdova y Ordóñez, Chiapas, Mexico

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Mayan Heritage Escape: Takalik Abaj, Farm Encounter & City centre
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d2d
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 7:00 a.m.
Price details
CA $1,360.77 x 1 AdultCA $1,360.77

Total
Price is CA $1,360.77

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water for each participant
  • What's includedWhat's included1 night stay in a double room in one of the best hotels in the region
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fee to the Takalik Abaj archaeological site
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour guide who will be always with the group
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport for the group with air conditioning
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fee to the agronomic tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided visit to an archaeological site + agrotourism + city centre Retalhuleu
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedMeals and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Accommodation is in double rooms. A double room will be given to every 2 passengers
  • Bring fresh clothes for tropical weather, sun protection and mosquito repelent
  • Don´t forget your swimming costume and sandals for swimming in natural pools
  • A jumper for the night

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Takalik Abaj Archaeological Site + Agroturism Experience
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Accommodation will be in El Patrocinio Natural Reserve. If that hotel is not available, a similar one will be provided.
Miguel Hidalgo Central Park
  • 3h
This adventure will start in Mexico by picking you up at 7:00 am at Miguel Hidalgo Central Park in Tapachula. Our team of professionals will be happy to be at your service at all times and ensure your satisfaction, well-being, and joy. The time on the round will only be 3 hours to get from Tapachula in Mexico to Retalhuleu in Guatemala, so lay back on your sit, relax and enjoy the scenery.
Tak'alik Ab'aj
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
On our first day, we will visit the Archaeological Site of Takalik Abaj. Its name means Standing Stone in the Maya Quiche language. This place is located on the southwestern side of Guatemala and is one of the most historically important. This is the only Mayan site where two indigenous cultures coexisted simultaneously, the Mayan and the Olmec. Due to this, we can find different sculptures representing the beliefs of each culture. The archaeological site has a total of 86 buildings and 230 sculptures. Its buildings are not as tall or as "impressive" as those in northern Guatemala (Tikal, El Mirador, among others) since the construction materials were different. In the north, they used stones that were much easier to shape and transport. In the south, their only source of building materials was river stones which were heavy, and hard to transport and shape. If we are lucky, we will be able to witness a Mayan ceremony. We must observe with total respect.
Finca Patrocinio
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
After our archaeological visit, we will go to a place located less than 1-hour away from the archaeological site, where we can rest, have our lunch, and recharge our energy for the next activity of the day. After our delicious lunch, we will do agrotourism. This type of tourism is focused on getting to know the plantations first-hand. Be part of an interactive plantation tour of coffee, cacao, rambutan, and macadamia nut. The Mayans used to believe that chocolate was a sacred drink of the Gods and only kings and rulers could drink it because of their connection with them. They drank it with a combination of chilli and other herbs, not like we drink hot chocolate nowadays. You will learn all the ancestral cultivation techniques directly from the locals.
Finca Patrocinio
  • 3h
At the end of the day, we will go back to our hotel and enjoy the amenities, the fresh air, nature, and the company of our loved ones. After your free time in the hotel, we will have dinner and get some rest to be ready for day 2.
Day 2: Retalhuleu City centre
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Parque Central de Retalhuleu
  • 1h
Our last stop on the tour will be to visit the urban centre of Retalhuleu. This space is very important for the locals. We will observe and learn about the town's church, the central park, the municipal building, and the current dynamics of the inhabitants and descendants of the ancient Mayans of the region. Our specialised tourist guide will be happy to tell you every detail and answer all your questions. We hope that, like us, you fall in love with this little piece of the world full of magic, history, a great legacy, and much more.
Retalhuleu
  • 4h
Once we've explored the vibrant city centre, get ready for a delightful culinary adventure! We'll whisk you away to a charming traditional restaurant where your taste buds will dance with delight as you savour a variety of mouthwatering Guatemalan dishes for lunch. With satisfied appetites, we'll embark on a picturesque journey back to Tapachula, Mexico, a thrilling drive that promises enchanting vistas along the way. As we hit the road, fear not, for your comfort is our priority. We'll make a convenient stop, allowing you to indulge in snacks or use the facilities as you please. Our dedicated team is at your beck and call, ready to assist with any request you may have. From guiding you to hidden gems to ensuring your utmost satisfaction, we're here to create a memorable experience filled with joy and excitement. So, don't hesitate to reach out, as your happiness is our ultimate goal!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMiguel Hidalgo Central Park
    • Av. Sexta Nte, Centro
    • Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEParque Central Miguel Hidalgo
    • Avenida Sexta Norte
    • 30700, Tapachula de Córdova y Ordóñez, Chiapas, Mexico

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