Xunantunich Day Trip from San Ignacio
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Experience Highlights
Discover one of Belize's most impressive ancient Mayan cities with this full-day excursion from San Ignacio to Xunantunich . In small groups of about 16 people and together with an expert guide you will see majestic ruins and climb to the top of the sacred pyramids. You will also enjoy an adventure visiting underground caves.
This tour includes pick-up and drop-off service to hotels in San Ignacio as well as lunch.
- Delve into the ruins of Xunantunich with this small group day tour .
- Travel by comfortable bus from your hotel in San Ignacio and enjoy panoramic views from the top of the main pyramid.
- Learn all about Mayan history and culture from an expert guide .
What’s included
- Day trip to Xunantunich for small groups.
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel in San Ignacio.
- Expert guide.
- Entrance fees to the archaeological site and the Che Chem Ha cave.
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Step by Step
This day trip from San Ignacio to Xunantunich is perfect if you are looking to delve into the history of this Mayan city. Your day will start with a comfortable pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in San Ignacio and continue to the archaeological site of Xunantunich.
Upon arrival, and in small groups of about 16 people, you will have the opportunity to explore the ancient structures and learn about the fascinating history of this civilisation. Your expert guide will take you through the temples and plazas, telling you stories and legends about life in the ancient Mayan city .
Throughout the day you will climb to the top of the main pyramid, from where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding jungle. After exploring Xunantunich, the excursion will continue to a wonderful cave full of stalactite and stalagmite formations. You will descend into the cave with the help of your guide, who will take you through the different rooms and show you the most impressive formations. You will be able to admire the beauty of the cave and also learn about its importance in the Mayan culture.
As well as exploring a Mayan underworld, you can also enjoy a fun tubing adventure. You will be provided with all the tubing equipment and life jackets before you start the activity.
Don't worry about a thing. Transport back to your hotel is included. And you can also enjoy lunch.
