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Private Authentic Mayan Cooking Class with Tulum Hotel Transfers

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Overview

Step off the beaten path and immerse yourself in the heart of a traditional Mayan community near Coba. This hands-on cooking class offers a rare opportunity to learn authentic Mayan dishes from a skilled local chef. Using recipes passed down through generations, you’ll make tamales, habanero salsa, handmade tortillas, and more. Discover the true essence of Yucatán’s culinary heritage, gain insight into Mexican culture, and explore Mayan traditions through food and family. A true taste of Yucatán's rich culinary heritage!

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tulum
  • Authentic Mayan cooking class
  • Home-cooked Mexican meal

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    Please meet Josué (or another available English speaking guide), at the concierge desk of your Tulum hotel. You will be dropped back to your hotel after the experience is over. Please add your hotel details when booking online.

    What To Expect

    Embark on an unforgettable culinary journey with Lucy and her family in the heart of a traditional Mayan community near Coba, Mexico. After being picked up from your Tulum hotel, you'll travel for an hour to this ancient Maya city, where you'll gain a genuine glimpse into rural life. Lucy, a master of Mayan smoke cooking, will guide you through the art of the 'pibil' technique, sharing the secrets behind its unique flavors. Participate in a hands-on cooking experience, preparing traditional Mayan dishes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. As you cook, you'll learn about the cultural significance of each dish and connect with Lucy’s family, hearing their stories and experiencing their warm hospitality.

    After cooking, sit down to share the delicious Mayan meal you've helped prepare. A few dishes you may enjoy include chayitas with sikil pak salsa (a traditional dish made with corn dough mixed with chopped chaya leaves), pollo pibil (chicken in achiote paste, orange juice, and spices) and habanero salsa with handmade corn tortillas, served with hibiscus flower cold tea, local beers, and seasonal fruit.

    Sample Menu

    Starter

    Appetizer: Chayitas with Sikal Pak Salsa

    Main

    Main Course: Pollo Pibil or Brazo de Reina Tamal

    or Rice & Beans and Habanero Salsa with Handmade Corn Tortillas

    Starter

    Drinks: Hibiscus Flower Cold Tea & 2 Beers Per Person

    Dessert

    Dessert: Local Fruit

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Menu is seasonal
    • If you have any dietary restrictions, allergies or menu preferences, please let your host know while booking the experience online
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tulum are included in the cost of the experience. Please add your hotel details when booking online

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Authentic Mayan Cooking Class with Tulum Hotel Transfers?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Authentic Mayan Cooking Class with Tulum Hotel Transfers?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tulum.
    • Authentic Mayan cooking class.
    • Home-cooked Mexican meal.
    • Local beer.
    Apr 2025
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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    Apr 2025
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    Accessibility information for the Private Authentic Mayan Cooking Class with Tulum Hotel Transfers is as follows:

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Authentic Mayan Cooking Class with Tulum Hotel Transfers will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    What's Included

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    • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tulum
    • Authentic Mayan cooking class
    • Home-cooked Mexican meal
    • Local beer

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Menu is seasonal
    • If you have any dietary restrictions, allergies or menu preferences, please let your host know while booking the experience online
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tulum are included in the cost of the experience. Please add your hotel details when booking online
    • Josué, or another experienced English-speaking guide, will join Lucy and you on this experience in the jungle of Quintana Roo

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