• Ruins of Uaxactun - UAXACTUN: Historically known as Siaan Ka’an, meaning Born from Heaven, this city was inhabited from the Middle Preclassic period around 900 BC through the entire Classic period, reaching its peak from 500 AD to 900 AD.

The earliest record is from 328 AD on Stela 9, and the latest is from 899 AD on Stela 12, indicating it had the longest occupation in Petén. It was once considered the oldest city until the discovery of Nakbé and El Mirador to the northwest, which date back to the Early Preclassic period (1000 BC - 200 BC).

Like many other Classic cities, Uaxactún was abandoned in the early 10th century and was overtaken by the jungle until its rediscovery in 1916 by Silvanus Morley during the administration of Mr. Manuel Estrada Cabrera. Uaxactún was pivotal in laying the groundwork for Mayan Civilization research, with detailed studies primarily conducted by the Carnegie Institution of Washington. Excavations by John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick Catherwood popularized the Mayan Culture worldwide.

ITINERARY:
07:00 am Pickup from Hotel in Flores or Airport for transfer to Uaxactún.

08:30 Arrival at Garita Tikal in Zocotzal for entrance ticket purchase and check.

09:00 Arrival at the second checkpoint for bracelet placement to enter the Uaxactún Site and continue on an unpaved road.

10:30 am Arrival at the Uaxactún Site to begin the tour.

13:00 End of the site tour followed by lunch at a local restaurant.

14:00 Return to your Hotel in Flores or Auction.

17:00 Arrival at your Hotel in Flores.

OBSERVATIONS
• At the Banrural mini agency located at the Park entrance, open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., only cash in local currency (Q) is accepted for purchasing entrance tickets for sunrise, day, sunset, Uaxactún, and museum. (Debit or credit cards are not accepted).
• Bring identification for ticket purchase (Nationals need their DPI and Foreigners need their Passport, children over 10 years require an entrance ticket).
• National entrance tickets cost Q 05.00 and Foreigners Q 50.00, valid from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (tickets valid for 30 days).
• There are no ATMs inside the Tikal and Uaxactún National Park, so withdraw necessary cash at ATMs in Flores, Santa Elena, and El Remate.
• If arriving at the airport, staff will be waiting outside with a sign displaying your name after baggage claim.
• To visit the museums, purchase tickets at the Banrural mini agency, valid from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as per museum schedules.

GENERAL REMARKS
• All park tickets can be purchased at any Banking Bank network nationwide by presenting your DPI for Nationals and PASSPORT for foreigners.
• Assistance with ticket purchase is available; just send a photo of your DPI or Passport, and a refund will be processed when meeting for the tour.

IMPORTANT TO CARRY WITH YOU
• Water
• Snacks
• Suitable shoes for exploration or Tennis
• Rain jacket
• Clothing suitable for tropical weather
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen
• Personal medications

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Lunch
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Specialized Guide

• On-board WiFi
• Tips
• All Fees and Taxes

Visit one of the most enigmatic Mayan sites in Guatemala on this one-day tour of the community of Uaxactún from Flores. Discover the archeological gems scattered in a modern town and witness how the conservation of the ruins is combined with efforts to sustain the local community. Learn how Uaxactún is believed to be the cradle of the Mayan calendar and the writing system of your expert guide; see the oldest Mayan arch in the world; and admire the ancient works of art.

• You have to make good weather for this experience to be realized. If you cancel due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered another date or full refund of the amount paid.
• In this experience there must be a minimum number of travelers. If you cancel because this minimum is not reached, you will be offered another date or experience or full refund of the amount paid.
• The transport is shared with the total number of travelers who book, since the activity is carried out with a specific number of travelers.
• The activity is carried out from 2 people onwards

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.