Ek Balam, Rio Lagartos, Las Coloradas, Tequila Production and Tequila Factory Private Tour

Flamingo flocks and pink lakes on Rio Lagartos, mysteries of the ancient Mayans at one of the most incredible Mayan cities – Ek Balam, real Mexican flavor in a tequila factory. This private unique tour has it all, and if it is was not enough – lunch is also included!

This tour combines a visit to archaeological complex Ek Balam and a close acquaintance with amazing Yucatan’s nature. During this full of bright contrasts journey you will visit:

• The ancient city of Ek Balam, named after its last governor, Black Jaguar, is one of the last discovered Mayan cities and opened to the public only recently. You will see the places where sacrifices were performed, climb the Acropolis – the governor’s palace, considered the biggest Mayan monument so far, and try to resolve the altar’s mystery, which guards the entrance to the kingdom of dead.

• Tequila factory and production, where you learn all about the process of making and types of this famous beverage and, of course, you will taste it.

• The biosphere reserve Ria Lagartos, where we will wade through the mangroves on small boats, observing flocks of flamingos, Cayman crocodiles and other inhabitants of the reserve searching of the symbol of good luck – the “sea cockroach”.

• Las Coloradas. It’s a valley of pink lakes. Due to the high content of minerals and salts, the water gains a special pink color and its consistency is like one of the Dead Sea.

• There, if you want, you will be able to take a natural white clay bath and then wash it away swimming in the Gulf of Mexico.

Included / Not included in the price:

free hotel pickup and drop-off
transport by comfortable private air conditioned vehicle
professional certificated private guide
private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
lunch (buffet)
sweet snacks, soft drinks, bottled water & 2 cans of beer/per person
all the entrance fees, no hidden charges
beverages during the lunch
tip (optional)

What to bring:

towels
bathing suites
comfortable shoes are recommended
sunscreen
hats because of the sun
cash for the souvenirs

The guide was informative, professional, attentive and I just can’t say enough to let you know what a great day we had. Smartest thing I ever did finding this company. Absolutely positive all around.

Rebecca

The guide was extremely nice and he was very informed and was happy to answer any questions we had. He led us through various activities at Chichén Itzá and throughout the day to keep us entertained. Would highly recommend this tour and also very welcoming for children as well.

Alexander

Excellent all around!! Galo was our tour guide and he was incredible! Bus was large and had plenty of space for any souvenirs purchased and bags. All of the stops up to and including the Chichen-Itza was amazing and well worth it. Incredible experience! Highly recommend

Barbara & Andrea

An absolute must, the tour was awsome, the guide explanation were great, the purification ceremony a wonderful experience and the temazcal top ! Swimming at night in the cenote is amazing.

Peter

We loved this tour. This is not the typical “go to a restaurant and try different things”, it’s a cultural experience. Very educational and everything that we had was delicious. Our guide explained how the market worked and why it worked that way. Understanding and immersing yourself into a culture is what traveling is about, and that is what this tour does. If your looking for a taste of “real” Mexican foods and culture, this is it!

Alicia