Puuc Hills & the South
Uxmal, Kabah & Choco-Story Tour
An Uxmal, Kabah and Choco-Story tour follows the Puuc route south of Mérida, with two of its best Mayan sites and a chocolate museum in one day. The stops are close together, so the day is relaxed. Request a quote and we can arrange pickup in Mérida.
Uxmal, Kabah & Choco-Story Tour: options & departures
This is the standard Puuc day from Mérida, and an Uxmal, Kabah and Choco-Story tour suits visitors who want more than one site without a long drive. It is a good alternative to the eastern ruins, with fewer people and finer stonework.
An Uxmal, Kabah and Choco-Story day trip can be shared or private. A private vehicle lets you choose the order and spend longer where you like, and we can add a hacienda or a cenote on the way back.
Full-day itinerary
A typical day from Mérida runs like this; we adjust the times to your hotel.
- 8:00 – Hotel pickup in Mérida
- 8:15 – Drive south via Umán and Muna
- 9:30 – Arrive at Uxmal and walk the site with your guide
- 11:30 – Visit the Choco-Story museum for the cacao story and tasting
- 12:45 – Drive to Kabah
- 13:15 – Walk the Palace of Masks at Kabah
- 14:15 – Lunch in a nearby village
- 15:15 – Drive back toward Mérida
- 17:00 – Drop-off in Mérida
What's included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or an agreed meeting point (where pickup can be arranged) in Mérida
- Air-conditioned vehicle and a local driver
- A local guide where the format includes one (language to be confirmed in your quote)
- Bottled water on board
- Time at the chocolate museum
- Time at Kabah and a lunch stop
Prices
Prices for an Uxmal, Kabah and Choco-Story tour are driven by the distance from Mérida, which is short, so they sit among our lower full-day prices. A private vehicle often splits well among three or four people.
| Format | Typical range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Shared small-group tour | USD 70–110 per person |
| Private vehicle with driver | USD 300–450 per vehicle (up to 4–6 people) |
| Typically extra | Entry fees, museum entry, lunch and tips |
Why combine these stops
Uxmal, Kabah and the Choco-Story museum sit on the same road south of Mérida. Kabah is only about 23 km past Uxmal, and the chocolate museum is close to Uxmal itself, so there is very little driving between stops.
Uxmal and Kabah also share the Puuc style, with Chaac masks and long mosaic façades, which makes the second site feel like a continuation rather than a repeat. The cacao museum gives a break from walking in the heat and links the ruins to the chocolate culture of the Maya.
What to bring
Bring the basics for a day outdoors:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen (biodegradable if you will swim)
- Cash in pesos for entry fees, snacks and tips
- A refillable water bottle
- Light clothing that covers shoulders, as there is limited shade at the ruins
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FAQs
How long is the day?
About 8 to 10 hours from Mérida, with the drive back in the afternoon.
Is the Choco-Story museum worth it?
It is a short, hands-on stop that explains cacao and chocolate in Maya culture. Visitors who prefer more ruins can skip it for Sayil or Labná.
Can we climb at Uxmal?
Climbing the Pyramid of the Magician is not permitted, but you can walk the plazas and the other buildings.
Is there much shade?
Not at Uxmal or Kabah, so bring a hat and water, and start early if you can.
Want this trip planned for you?
Tell us your dates, group size and where you are staying. We check availability with local guides and send back a price.