7-Day Cancún Adventure: Explore Ancient Ruins, Delightful Cuisine, and Vibrant Culture

Carolina Sluimer-Diaz

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey to Cancún, QR, Mexico. Discover hidden gems like Hacienda Mundaca and El Meco Archaeological Site. Indulge in mouthwatering dishes at Mango Café and Pizza Casa Jaguar. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture at the Interactive Aquarium Cancún and Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado. Experience the ultimate Mexican floating fiesta at Xoximilco. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$129

$ 11

Hotel Riu Cancun

Depart from your stay 🏨

51 - 62 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

5 - 6 min

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Partially reconstructed historic residence & grounds with a pond, a stone arch & antique cannons.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

9 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$19

45 - 54 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$45

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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$19

Day 2

$398

$ 9

Hotel Riu Cancun

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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10 - 12 min

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Small, uninhabited island with secluded beaches & a prime nesting site for sea birds & turtles.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$300

47 - 57 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$51

1 - 2 min

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Guests can pose with life-sized wax models of historical figures & celebrities at this cozy museum.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$38

Day 3

$140

$ 11

Hotel Riu Cancun

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$38

9 - 11 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$56

14 - 17 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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Contemporary, open-air Catholic church with lots of greenery, offering English & Spanish mass.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Small science center offering an observatory, planetarium shows & a science museum.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$19

Day 4

$351

$ 5

Hotel Riu Cancun

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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Puerto Maya Cancún - Jungle Tour, Speed Boat, Snorkel & Mayan Experience

Speedboat rides, reef diving trips & guided jungle walks from a popular coastal tour center.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$300

6 - 9 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.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$15

Day 5

$384

$ 5

Hotel Riu Cancun

Depart from your stay 🏨

97 - 117 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

5 - 8 min

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Sprawling natural aquarium offering activities such as snorkeling & swimming with dolphins.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$312

5 - 8 min

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3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$45

Day 6

$393

$ 5

Hotel Riu Cancun

Depart from your stay 🏨

78 - 94 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

20 - 29 min

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Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$363

2 - 3 min

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3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$18

Day 7

$455

$ 9

Hotel Riu Cancun

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

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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$38

26 - 32 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$15

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.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$375

Budget breakdown: $2296 In total

Activities & Food:$2248

Transport:$49