Mérida & the Northwest
Hacienda Ochil Tours
Hacienda Ochil tours stop at a restored estate on the road to Uxmal that now holds a restaurant, small shops and gardens. It suits travellers who want a short, easy stop for Yucatecan food and a look at hacienda architecture on the way to the Puuc ruins.
Hacienda Ochil tour options
Ochil is generally a stop on an Uxmal day trip, not a destination on its own. We can plan a lunch stop here or at another hacienda along the same route.
A hacienda ochil can be built as part of a shared day with other stops, or as a private outing with your own driver. Shared trips keep costs down; private ones let you set the pace. For a Hacienda Ochil tour, the quote form is the quickest way to confirm timing and pickup.
- Shared small-group day trip from Mérida
- Private tour with your own driver and guide
- Uxmal day with lunch at Hacienda Ochil
The history of Hacienda Ochil
Ochil is one of the many henequen estates that dotted the countryside south of Mérida. It was an agricultural estate during the fibre boom and its stone buildings reflect that era.
Restoration has turned part of the property into a visitor stop, with the main house, walls and chapel framed by gardens and trees.
What you'll see at Hacienda Ochil
Visitors typically walk through the main buildings, enjoy a meal in the restaurant and browse craft shops. The grounds are shaded and relaxed.
Some visits include a look at the old machinery or a traditional-style garden. Facilities vary by day, so we confirm details when quoting.
- Restored main buildings
- Restaurant with regional dishes
- Craft shops
- Shaded gardens
Hacienda Ochil tour prices
As a guide, shared tours with Hacienda Ochil as a stop commonly cost about US$55–95 per person, and a private vehicle with a guide for two about US$200–290. Most tours that include Ochil also visit Uxmal.
Request a quote for a Hacienda Ochil tour to see the exact figure.
| Option | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small-group tour | US$55–95 per person | Hacienda as one stop on a wider route |
| Private car and guide (2 people) | US$200–290 | Flexible timing and stops |
| Hacienda entry, tour or meal | Meal or small entry fee | Confirm current rates and what is included |
Getting to Hacienda Ochil
Ochil is about 40 km from Mérida, around 45 minutes on the highway to Uxmal. A private car or tour is the easiest way to include it.
It is a quick stop and works well as a lunch break.
Combine Hacienda Ochil with cenotes & ruins
Ochil fits into the Puuc Route. Combine it with: Planning a Hacienda Ochil tour around the weather and your energy makes the day easier.
- Hacienda Yaxcopoil, close by
- Uxmal and Kabah
- A cenote swim on the way back
Hacienda Ochil FAQs
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