Magic Puuc Route

Magic Puuc Route is a ten-hour day for explorers and adventurers who want to see five archaeological sites in one outing and learn about their pre-Hispanic past and their importance for the ancient Mayan civilization. The listed duration is 600 minutes.

You are accompanied by an archaeologist from the region, who is there to answer the questions you may have. The guide is also the driver, so you travel with the same person throughout the day.

Uxmal is the first stop and is planned for about two hours. From there the route continues to Kabah, about 45 minutes, and then to Sayil, about an hour. Xlapak follows for 45 minutes, and the day closes at Labná, also about 45 minutes, according to the itinerary.

The tour is meant for people who like archaeology and enjoy a full, active day walking through several sites. The source asks for at least a moderate level of physical fitness and does not recommend it for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health. On the family side, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, specialized infant seats are available, and service animals are allowed.

Private transportation and an icebox with water and fruit are included. The source lists no meal, no entrance fees and no exclusions, so ask the operator what is covered and whether to bring cash for site tickets and lunch. Sun protection and comfortable walking shoes are sensible choices for a day of outdoor sites, though this is general advice rather than something the source states.

Travelers are picked up at the location they mention. The guide and driver says he will pick up visitors in a Nissan sedan, a Peugeot Rifter, a Suzuki Ertiga or a Volkswagen Caddy, depending on need and availability.