8 Days in Cancún: Sun, Sand, and Adventure!

Alan Cortés

12 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Cancún, where turquoise waters, ancient ruins, and mouthwatering cuisine await. Dive into the vibrant culture, soak up the sun on pristine beaches, and indulge in delicious local flavors. Get ready for an epic adventure in paradise!

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beach Bliss and Archaeological Wonders

$83

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

8 - 12 min

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Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Excavated Mayan ruins date to 250 A.D., comprising 47 buildings, including a pyramid-shaped temple.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Chocolate Delights and Underwater Exploration

$119

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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2 - 3 min

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Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$36

11 - 14 min

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Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$34

5 - 6 min

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Ancient Mayan ruins with a pyramid & other buildings, with many iguanas inhabiting the area.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

12 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 3Coastal Dining and Mayan History

$71

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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Museo Maya de Cancún y Zona Arqueológica de San Miguelito

Important collection of Mayan archaeological artifacts housed in a sleekly designed setting.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

4 - 6 min

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This beach side restaurant transports you to Tuscany with it's authentic Italian fare. It's like being on two vacations at once.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Italian Flavors and Floating Fiesta

$314

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

10 - 12 min

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Xoximilco | Mexican Floating Fiesta in Cancun

Theme park built around Mexican culture, customs, music & food on gondolas through the Mayan jungle.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$250

24 - 29 min

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Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 5Island Escape and Sea Turtle Sanctuary

$95

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

6 - 8 min

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No-frills aquarium featuring many species of turtles both indoors & outdoors, plus a gift shop.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

2 - 3 min

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Lori, one of the founders of the Mango Cafe, has opened her own restaurant in El Centro. Same nuevo Isla approach to cooking - and a lot of traditional dishes served just a little better.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 6(Title for Day 6)

Day 7Tacos, Cultural Park, and Authentic Mexican Cuisine

$286