New Excursion! Chichen Itza Tours and Vacations
April 2009
SaveOnResorts now offers all-inclusive restaurants, bars, non motorized activities, & tours to Chichen Itza at the five star Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas. National Geographic states that Chichen Itza is “One of the largest & best preserved archaeological sites in Mexico”. Don't just enjoy - learn, and experience one of the new 7 wonders of the world.
A two hour ride and you'll be in the heart of the Mayan Culture. Visit the massive pyramid temple of Kukulka, which locals call “El Castillo”. During the spring and autumn equinox 40,000 visitors watch each setting sun and the shadow serpent descend the pyramid stairs. Your journey of awe inspiring ruins continues at the Temple of the Warriors; a massive structure surrounded by hundreds of columns paying homage to Mayan warriors. The “Juego de Pelota”, the largest ball court in Mayan culture, shows just how prevalent sports were in the Mayan Culture. Capitan of the winning team would have the honor of losing their heads, as ascension to heaven was a great honor in the Mayan Culture. It is said that a whisper can be heard clearly at the other end of the court, which is five hundred feet away.
With many more ruins on site, be sure not to miss Cento Sagrado, a large sinkhole that is sixty meters in diameter. This is the site that young women were thrown into as a offering to the Mayan water god Chacc.
Mayan architecture and culture makes this tour an experience of a lifetime. Go home with a firsthand Mayan experience, the great culture of Meso-America.
Now when you book a package with SaveOnResorts.com for the Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas you will have the option to add tours such as the Chichen Itza Classic to your vacation package. After selecting your travel dates and clicking the “Book This Package” button look for the “Excursions & Tours” section on our checkout page. Click here to view Omni Cancun Hotel and Villas and other Cancun resorts.
Comments
I have been there! It is awesome!
John Johnson
from
Gresham, Oregon
(4/23/2009 8:01:16 AM)