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9-Day Cancún Adventure: Explore Ancient Ruins and Beach Paradises

Rommy Ivan Guzman

Rommy Ivan Guzman

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey to Cancún, QR, Mexico. Discover the ancient ruins of San Miguelito and El Rey Archaeological Zone. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Two Eyes Cenote and Playa Marlín. Experience the vibrant Mexican culture at Xoximilco and Mercado 28. Relax on the stunning beaches of Playa Delfines and Playa Tortugas. This itinerary is designed for solo travelers seeking adventure and relaxation in paradise.

Trip to Cancún

Day 1
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$25

Museo Maya de Cancún y Zona Arqueológica de San Miguelito
Important collection of Mayan archaeological artifacts housed in a sleekly designed setting.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$25
Day 2
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$25

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$ 2

Two Eyes Cenote
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
117 - 141 min

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Punta Cancun LightHouse
Classic red & white striped beacon on a windswept, rocky bluff, with sandy trails & ocean views.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$250

Xoximilco | Mexican Floating Fiesta in Cancun
Theme park built around Mexican culture, customs, music & food on gondolas through the Mayan jungle.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$250
Day 4
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$25

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$ 2

Playa Marlín
White-sand beach open to the public, with bathrooms, showers & nearby restaurants.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
7 - 9 min

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El Rey Archaeological Zone
Excavated Mayan ruins date to 250 A.D., comprising 47 buildings, including a pyramid-shaped temple.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$25
Day 5
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$25

Torre Escénica del Embarcadero de Cancún
80-m. tower at Xcaret park offering sweeping coastal views from its rotating observation deck.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$25
9 - 14 min

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Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 2

La Isla Paradise Experience
Bustling, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants & a Ferris wheel.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 7
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$25

Ferris Wheel Cancun
Upscale seafront promenade dominated by a Ferris wheel & lined with restaurant terraces & boutiques.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
Day 8
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$0

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$ 2

Forum By The Sea
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Playa Tortugas
Bustling public beach with calm water for swimming & also featuring umbrella & chair rentals.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 9
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$0

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$ 2

Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
47 - 57 min

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Mercado 28
Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $382 In total

Activities & Food:$375
Transport:$7