Mayan Train Presented to Ambassadors from Around the World
The head of the Ministry of Tourism, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora, recently led a special tour of the Mayan Train, which was attended by more than 60 ambassadors.
During this trip, Rodríguez Zamora explained the social, cultural, and tourism benefits that this emblematic project of the Mexican government brings to the communities of the southeast of the country, highlighting the deep commitment to social justice for indigenous peoples of Mayan origin.
This experience, organized in conjunction with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, included the participation of diplomats who were able to explore firsthand the unique attributes of the Mayan Train.
The central purpose was to provide detailed information on the strategic plans for promoting and positioning the train internationally as a hub for sustainable economic development and regional integration.
The Mayan Train as an engine of social justice and sustainable tourism
During the tour, Secretary Rodríguez Zamora emphasized that the Maya Train is much more than a tourist attraction.
It is an initiative that seeks to redress historical inequalities in southeastern Mexico, directly benefiting Indigenous communities through decent jobs, economic opportunities, and a better quality of life.
The goal is to make the Maya Train a tangible symbol of historical justice, allowing Indigenous peoples to actively participate in the region’s tourism economy.
Rodríguez Zamora invited the diplomats to communicate this vision in their respective countries, positioning Mexico as a nation committed to its historical and cultural heritage, while also highlighting the responsibility toward environmental sustainability that this major tourism infrastructure entails.
In-depth knowledge of the project for better international projection
During the meeting with ambassadors, Rodríguez Zamora emphasized the importance of gaining in-depth knowledge of this initiative in order to properly disseminate it globally.
The visit allowed the diplomats to familiarize themselves with the specific tourism promotion efforts designed to attract international visitors, as well as with the comprehensive network of complementary services that support the operation of the Maya Train.
The official explained that, since its inauguration in December 2023, the Maya Train has been key in increasing tourist flow to the region, highlighting a considerable 171% increase in ticket sales in April 2025, compared to the same period last year.
She also highlighted the creation of a broad tourism offering, which includes 34 strategically located stations connected to more than 40 important archaeological sites in the states of Chiapas, Tabasco, Campeche, Yucatán, and Quintana Roo.
A comprehensive network of tourist, cultural and environmental services
During the event, which was also attended by Raquel Serur Smeke, Undersecretary for Latin America and the Caribbean, Diego Prieto Hernández, Director General of the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), and Joaquín Díaz Mena, Governor of Yucatán, the complementary network of tourism services integrated with the Maya Train was emphasized.
This network includes hotels operated by the Olmeca-Maya-Mexica Airport, Railway, and Auxiliary and Related Services Group, generating jobs and strengthening local tourism.
Finally, Secretary Rodríguez Zamora expressed her gratitude to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Juan Ramón de la Fuente, as well as to Óscar Lozano Águila, Director General of the Maya Train, for their close collaboration in jointly promoting the project.
He also invited the general public to learn about the various offerings available through the official Maya Train website and the Visit Mexico portal, to experience this unique experience that connects history, culture, and nature in the heart of the Mayan World.
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