There are some parallels with christianity that are c. Lds tours in cancun lds tours tulum city of zion, almas lds tours. Lds tours in cancun riviera maya join almas lds tours in cancun mexico, playa del carmen, riviera maya, cozumel in the most popular archaeological sites as tulum. Gabriel arroyo gabriel was born in mexico city, is the last of four children and was the only one to be born within the covenant, gabriel moved to cancun 15 years ago and soon began to develop a great interest in the relationship between the maya and the book of mormon, so he decided to become a guide and share with other people the fascinating mayan world. When you book your tulum ruins tour with us your reservation process is a breeze. The book of mormon the book of mormon is another witness of the life and ministry of the lord jesus christ, that he was and is gods son. As with most of the mayan cities, tulum was conquered by the spanish conquistadors in about 1518ad. Getting to tulum can be kind of tricky when you are traveling on a cruise ship.
The writing is poetically descriptive and beautiful. Join tom pettit from living heritage tours for an amazing book of mormon cruise to some of the ancient mayan ruins in mexico and belize. That is, during most of the book of mormon times, the yucatan peninsula was an island. Our topics will include mapping the book of mormon to help better understand the message, potential present day geographical locations based on mormon s clues, why book of mormon geography matters to the latterday saint, what joseph smith didnt know in 1830, and so. Lds tours in cancun takes you back to the book of mormon times. Cancun day trip to tulum and akumal with almas tours. Tulum was established by mayans from chichen itza, and endured until conquered by the spanish in the 1540s. God commanded lehi to lead a small group of people to the american continent. Tulum is one of the most visited of all mayan ruins, and its also the only major mayan ruin to be found along mexicos caribbean coastline on the riviera maya. Our tours are immersive, fun, and engaging, and they leave you with a whole. Temple of the descending god one of the stops we make while on the book of mormon cruise is at the ruins of tulum, mexico.
Allow our lds professional guides to help you relive the past as you learn about the engineering, writing, architecture, and the intimate presence of the book of mormon teachings in each monument. This oncethriving city is built on cliffs overlooking pristine beaches, a breathtaking site rich in historical detail. Book of mormon tours lehitours guided tours of guatemala. We will have your full itinerary emailed to you within 24 hours. Our tulum tours and activities we offer a broad range of tulum tours that are handpicked based on supplier reputation, personal experience and customer feedback. Tulum tours are what you need if it is your first time to visit the place. Feb 16, 2019 book of mormon cruise with john bytheway. At mormon encounter we design the most comprehensive guided tours to the mayan ruins, recognizing at all times that the most important message and purpose of the book of mormon is to testify of jesus christ as the universal messiah. Our tours are immersive, fun, and engaging, and they leave you with a whole new perspective on the history and culture of this region.
We will visit some of the most amazing ruins that can be seen from a cruise itinerary, including chacchoben and tulum. They do great with kids of all ages we had 18 kids including 5 five year olds. Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. If you are stopping at costa maya, you might want to book a tour with us to. His father, luis silverio petlacalco martinez, was of aztec ancestry and served as a tour guide in teotihuacan, tulum, chichen itza and uxmal for both members and nonmembers of the mormon church. It is fine, white sand, and stretches on for miles. One of these, lehi, who lived in jerusalem around 600 b. In the book of mormon the city of zarahemla was located in the center of the land on the west bank of the river sidon. Temple of the descending god living heritage tours. Undeniable archaeological evidence of the book of mormon in north america duration. Roughly 8,000 people reside in this part of riviera maya, so youll have plenty of opportunities to make some new pals.
Worlds greatest mysteries slide 5 ny daily news mysteries of the world, greatest. Tulum could not possibly have been the city of zarahemla. October 25, 2020 bible lands cruise with israel sold out october 25, 2020 bible lands cruise with israel. Tulum tours tulum in this tour we take you to an amazing mayan city that belongs to the late postclassicperiod s. This oncethriving city is built on cliffs overlooking pristine beaches, a. Tours cancun lds tours,book mormon tours by lemuel petlacalco.
Admire the backdrop of the caribbean sea while exploring the temples and pyramids of tulum with a certified guide, then head to coba to climb to the top of nohoch muulthe tallest pyramid on the yucatan peninsula. About us cancun lds tours book mormon tours by lemuel. Cancun mayan ruins tours mormon encounter lds tours. On top of that, the book is also a darn good story.
One of the more grievous examples of the twisting of the true history of the site to fit lds theology is the mormon claim that tulum was an important, thriving walled city 367 days after the crucifixion of jesus. Lds tours chichen itza, lds tours tulum almas lds tours. Almas lds tours in cancun operates tours in cancun and the yucatan peninsula, that show visitors the maya lands that relate to the book of mormons. Chacchoben, cenote azul, dzibanche, kohunlich or tulum. All cancun maya ruins tours explore the maya ruins of cancun, zipline through the jungle, snorkel with sea turtles, and more with our fivestarrated tours and activities. It is this editors opinion that the tour companies catering to the lds community are preying upon many members beliefs that the book of mormon is a historical document that took place in. Lds tours in cancun almas lds tours book of mormon in. Once you book a tour with lds tours cancun by mormon encounters, you understand why our guests continuously give us five stars on tripadvisor and facebook. Hear stories taken from the book of mormon about the walled city of tulum, a precolumbian mayan seaport. Almas lds tours in cancun list of lds tours in cancun. If you dock in costa maya, chacchoben is a great site to visit.
Nov 12, 2012 his father, luis silverio petlacalco martinez, was of aztec ancestry and served as a tour guide in teotihuacan, tulum, chichen itza and uxmal for both members and nonmembers of the mormon church. Built by the mayan people nearly years ago, the walled city of tulum is the only site in the area that overlooks the ocean. If you ask its not too hard to find an lds guide that will take you around the various ruins in mexico. Tulum is the ancient mayan city overlooking the blue waters of the caribbean, with a beautiful view and fascinating history, tulum is a destination that no cancun visitor should miss.
Chichen itza, one of the new seven wonders of the world. Meet the lds tours cancun team, our expertly trained tour guides, and learn. Book of mormon tours central america best books to read, good books. Book of mormon tour presented by living heritage tours.
It is considered one of the most important archaeological sites of the mayan culture. Tulum cancun lds tours, book mormon tours by lemuel petlacalco. The tours that we offer are private, meaning that your family will be the only one in the tour. Since there are so many places to see in this part of maya riviera, you might want to join different tours in tulum so that you will be able to take full advantage of your vacation and see as many sites as you can in this area. Our tours and trips are a must book during your stay in cancun. Its stunning location overlooking the caribbean makes it one of the most photographed of all archeological sites. Explore chichen itza, ek balam, uxmal, tulum, and more. You will love the private tours we offer in each stop. See more ideas about book of mormon, mayan ruins and lds art. Aug 26, 2012 tulum could not possibly have been the city of zarahemla. Further, tulum was build hundreds of years after the close of the book of mormon. Tulum, snorkeling at grand cenote and snorkeling at the reef of tulum for more information click the prices box. Almas lds tours in the yucatan peninsula will take you to a great archaeological site in mexico.
Pedal or glide along with silent power the beautiful southwest coast of cozumel on your pedego electric bicycle and snorkel on the best close to shore reef on the island at the famous sky reef beach club i. The guides to these tours closely toe the mormon line as far relating the history of tulum so that it dovetails with mormon mythology. Welcome to helaman tours where we will take you to the times of the mayans and show you everything that we believe relates to the book of mormon. Are ruin sites on the yucatan peninsula related to the. On this fullday trip from cancun to xcaret, swim in a lagoon, snorkel in the clear aqua waters of the caribbean, and discover a network of subterranean rivers. Tulum cancun lds tours, book mormon tours by lemuel. We show you the best maya historical sites, take you on expeditions through the jungle, and even get you swimming with sea turtles in the beautiful blue waters of cancun. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and.
Maya tulum resort is a dedicated yoga retreat offering a unique blend of. Tulum, coba and grand cenote helaman tours offers an experience that just cant be topped. Lds tours cancun lemuel petlacalco lehmann youtube. Costa maya is consistently one of the highest rated stops for a book of mormon cruise itinerary one of a few stops with ruins that date back to book of mormon time period. Between 1200ad and 1500ad, tulum was a major trade hub for the mayas. Explore the most popular maya archaeological sites in cancun with our welcoming and knowledgeable tour guides. Almas lds tours in cancun lds tours cancun, cozumel, tulum. The mayan ruins of tulum are not all that big, so you can cover the area and see the entire ruins site within about 1 12 to 2 hours. Immaculate and almost unbelievably picturesque, theyre among the most inviting beaches on the planet made all the more appealing by the clarity and warmth of the caribbean sea. Kinich na, a temple located just outside the great city of dzibanche, has a unique, imposing, and at the same time simple.
Mayan civilization and parallels to the book of mormon. Lds tours in cancun and cozumel chichen itza,tulum, coba. In lds tours in cancun, our mission is to speak about the savior jesus christ in mesoamerica and bring the book of mormon to life. It is often included in lds tour packages as a book of mormon sitelocations believed to be connected somehow with places mentioned in the book of mormon. As you explore the archaeological site, learn about the correlations between the book of mormon and the mayan civilization, as well as the latest theories that place mesoamerica as the setting for the book of mormon. Experience the most extensive private tour of mayan history and culture when you journey with our tour team here cancun adventures to the beautiful archeological sites of tulum and coba. We highly recommend this tour for any of the ruins in and around cancun they give a perspective that is in line with the lds book of mormon. Costa maya cruise ship private lds tours if you are stopping at costa maya, you might want to book a tour with us to. I take 23 groups of lds singles on these book of mormon cruises each year. The beaches of tulum aside from the tulum ruins, a key reason for tulums enduring popularity is the quality of its sandy beaches. Rather than visiting the tulum ruins on a general tour, enjoy this ldstailored experience. Tulum sits 80 miles 129 kilometers to the southwest of cancun, a notable city. See more ideas about book of mormon, mayan ruins and mayan astrology.
Tulum situated on the yucatan peninsula, tulum is a precolumbian city. These ruins offer some of the most spectacular views of any ruin site since these ruins sit on top of high cliffs overlooking the caribbean sea. Our goal is to show our visitors from all over the world the spiritual and historical connection with the mayan lands and book of mormon. Tulum and cenote with book of mormon perspective tripadvisor. Jul 26, 20 lds tours in cancun and cozumel chichen itza, tulum, coba, ek balam stay safe and healthy. The testifying spirit of your guide brings the scripture into context. Ancient myan ruins support the book of mormon blogger. Transportation is included for anyone staying in the riviera maya. At the ruins of chichen itza, you can visit the kukulcan pyramid and the ball game court. Escape for the day to xcaret, mexicos ecological and archeology park located in riviera maya. Almas lds tours in cancun is an established business a fully licensed, bonded and accredited professional independent tour operator hosting thousands of lds visitors in cancun, tulum, riviera maya and throughout the yucatan peninsula. Perhaps at tulum youll be surprised to see zama a maya city, book of mormon like setting perched as a light house on the shore the important structures here include the castillo, a former temple and the temple of the frescos with th century wall painting this is the garden tomb of book of mormon lands for us. It helps remind me of the reasons i love tulum, where we have our second home and increases my intimacy with the area. Book now lemuel petlacalco and cancun lds tours look forward to making your visit to the archeological zones in the yucatan peninsula and through out mexico the most tangible experience according to the book of mormon, contact us.
Visit two of the most important maya archaeological sites on this fullday tour. These ruins are located deep in the jungle and we have a lot of information that wed love to share with you and your family. On pages 6667 of my book, the lives and travels of mormon and moroni, i offer a possible solution to this conundrum. Without a doubt, tulum, coba, and the refreshing cenote tamcach ha a natural sinkhole make this tour the most memorable experience during your. Dont lose your faith on the things that you know because of the things that you dont know.
His knowledge of the mayan culture is superb and the lds perspective he offers enriched the whole experience. If youre staying in cancun, please call us at 8885379797 or contact us. The amazing history and views all over the place will leave you breathless. Click here for details of our upcoming lds singles cruises and other tours. December 26, 2020 israel tour with john hilton iii. Engage yourself on a oneofkind journey exclusively offered by alma. Chichen itza is an ancient city built by the mayan civilization. Tulum and cenote with book of mormon perspective helaman. Tulum accommodation and airfare deals can easily be secured via travelocity, and just wait until you see how much you save. A seminar will be offered this morning which will introduce us to our book of mormon tour. Book of mormon, mayan and aztec archaeology and geography in north america part 28 duration. Helaman took my family to coba, tulum, and swimming in a cenote, and included a delicious buffet lunch.
These mayan cities date back thousands of years and show evidence of the cultures, religious beliefs, and traditions which are also found in the book of mormon. Learn about the rich maya and mesoamerican culture, history, and ties between the maya people and the book of mormon. Lemuel petlacalco lehmann lemuel was born in the outskirts of mexico city in 1971. In my book, i present two ancient maps that show the yucatan as an island see example below. All parallels are based on speculation by lds archaeologists and historians, most of whom have spent years trying to find proof that the book of mormon exists among the many artifacts and temples that the mayans have left behind. Lds tours cancun by mormon encounter lds tulum mayan. One of the mayan cities we visit is the beautiful city of tulum which is located in mexico. Lds cancun tours by mormon encounter has designed this tour to help you understand the truth about this mysterious episode in the history of. Take almas lds tours in tulum, meaning wall in mayan and being one of the most intriguing and mysterious of all mayan cities. We are a tour operating company based in provo, utah, with operations in mexico through our offices in. Tulum tours tulum mayan ruins cheap cancun tours, hotels.
The church of jesus christ of latterday saints has not officially sanctioned any mayan sites as book of mormon sites. Just simply choose your tour below, fill out the customer details form on the tour page, and let us do the rest. Contact cancun lds tours, book mormon tours by lemuel. His father, luis silverio petlacalco martinez, was of aztec ancestry and served as a tour guide in teotihuacan, tulum, chichen itza and uxmal for both members and nonmembers of the mormon.
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