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8 Days of Adventure in Cancún!

Melissa Lucero

Melissa Lucero

20 Jan 2024

Join me on an epic journey through the stunning beaches, vibrant markets, and thrilling attractions of Cancún. Get ready for a week filled with delicious food, breathtaking views, and unforgettable experiences. Let's dive into the beauty of Cancún together!

Day 1Beach Bliss and Pirate Adventures
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$218

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$ 2

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
4 - 6 min

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Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Captain Hook Cancun
Immersive pirate-themed show onboard replica ships with music & stunts, plus a bar & dinner options.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$200
7 - 9 min

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Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Day 2Hidden Gems and a Mexican Floating Fiesta
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$256

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$ 5

“El Atajo” restaurante
Tenemos la mejor comida casera mexicana de Cancún, menú ejecutivo a partir de $80.00 mx. También un selecto menú a la carta con precios muy accesibles.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$6
6 - 8 min

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El Niño Beach
Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Mercado 28
Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
24 - 29 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.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$250
Day 3Exploring Paradise and Underwater Wonders
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$73

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$ 3

Col Bigolo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
7 - 9 min

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Ultramar
Speedy passenger ferries connecting the mainland with Isla Mujeres & Cozumel in 15 minutes.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
27 - 33 min

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La Isla Paradise Experience
Bustling, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants & a Ferris wheel.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$2
2 - 3 min

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Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$36
Day 4Island Delights and Natural Beauty
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$237

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$ 2

Ruben's Cocina Económica
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$24
4 - 5 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Garrafon Park - MX
Activity park featuring a zip line, a swimming pool, snorkeling, kayaking & restaurants.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$200
5 - 8 min

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Punta Sur
Ecological park offering beaches, a lighthouse & large sculptures on a path overlooking the ocean.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$13
Day 5Dolphins, Ferris Wheels, and Pristine Beaches
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$293

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
2 - 3 min

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Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$250
70 - 84 min

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Ferris Wheel Cancun
Upscale seafront promenade dominated by a Ferris wheel & lined with restaurant terraces & boutiques.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$25
9 - 11 min

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Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Day 6Coastal Delights and Ancient Treasures
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$33

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$ 2

Captain's Cove
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$8
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
$25
7 - 9 min

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Playa Marlín
White-sand beach open to the public, with bathrooms, showers & nearby restaurants.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $1123 In total

Activities & Food:$1110
Transport:$14