Your Travel Experience with Galapagos PRO
Archeology site Xcambó
Xcambó is located on the Laguna Rosada near the Gulf Coast. Today it is home to Mayan ruins, a Catholic church and several freshwater springs. Between 100 BC and 600 AD, the Mayan city played an important role, supplying Izamal, Uxmal and Chichén-Itzá with salt and protein-rich foods from fish and seafood. To this day, salt is extracted in the area.
A day full of magic and enriching encounters awaits you. Start with a visit to the mystical site of Xcambó on the Gulf of Mexico. There, the history of the ancient Mayan civilization comes to life. Explore the ancient ruins and be enchanted by the magic of times past.
San Crisanto
After this cultural highlight, the tour leads to San Crisanto, a picturesque coastal village. Then delve deep into the authentic life of the indigenous Mayan people and visit a village community that raises sacred Mayan bees. In a workshop, you'll learn the art of drawing candles from pure beeswax and design your own ornate candles.
A delicious lunch at the village community rounds off the experience, sampling traditional delicacies of the region and being pampered by the flavors and flavors of Mayan cuisine. Enjoy the warm hospitality of the locals.