Xunantunich Mayan Site Tour from Belize City
Xunantunich Mayan site is one of the most popular Archeological site in Belize. Whilst making your way to the top of El Castillo the tallest temple on the site our guest also get to see the remarkable stucco frieze,this are interesting hieroglyphic writings and symbols representing the Mayan religious beliefs in-scripted on both the east and west side of this huge temple. Arriving on top you will be mesmerize by the picturesque beauty of the mountainous landscape of western Belize. This tour begins from Belize City and take you across the country going westward for two hours until you arrive just about a mile from the Belize/Guatemala border just before the bordering town of Benque Viejo. Here you will cross the Mopan river by a hand crank ferry the way it have traditionally being done. This full day activity of Xunantunich allows you to view the countryside of Belize a well as learning a lot about the history and culture of the ancient Mayan Civilization.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Xunantunich, Belize
This guided tour then begins at the Museum were you are given detail information of this particular site and you get to see some Mayan artifacts that was found during excavation. The tour then continue to the plazas and temples. As more information is being presented, you will see the different temples and walk through the plazas. If you have the energy you are also allow to climb the temples including El Castillo the tallest temple at Xunantunich and the second tallest excavated in Belize. This temple goes up to 137ft from plaza floor. As you make your way to the top halfway you will notice a large stucco frieze of hierogylphic writing and symbols inscribe on both the east and west side of the temple. Your guide will also make a presentation of these amazing inscriptions on your way up.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time"
"Stroller accessible"
"Dress code is formal"
"A minimum of 4 people per booking is required"
"A maximum of 15 people per booking"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
08:00 AM
Duração: 5 To 6 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
If you are coming from San Pedro Ambergris Caye or Caye Caulker in Belize City you will be picked up at the water taxi terminal In Belize City or we could also pick you up from the Municipal Airstrip also from Belize City
Our guests staying at any of the hotels in Belize City you will be picked up at your hotel
For our guest coming by cruise ship, we will be at the tourism village in Belize City awaiting your arrival just outside at the steps at terminal 1
Airports- Philip S.W. Goldson Intl Airport, Belize City Belize
Ports- Fort Street Tourism Village Belize City
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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