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

GARGI VALAND

GARGI VALAND

14 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey to Cancún, Mexico, filled with sun-soaked beaches, exhilarating water activities, and fascinating cultural experiences. Discover ancient ruins, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this tropical paradise.

Day 1Coffee, Wax Figures, and Underwater Wonders
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$162

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
3 - 4 min

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Cancun Wax Museum
Guests can pose with life-sized wax models of historical figures & celebrities at this cozy museum.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$50
2 - 3 min

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Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$72
2 - 3 min

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La Isla Paradise Experience
Bustling, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants & a Ferris wheel.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$4
Day 2Beachside Bliss and Natural Water Parks
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$428

Chula Vista
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
5 - 8 min

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Xel-Há Park
Sprawling natural aquarium offering activities such as snorkeling & swimming with dolphins.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$416
Day 3Tacos, Eco-Adventures, and Beach Relaxation
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$504

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$ 3

Pacos Tacos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
20 - 29 min

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Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$484
75 - 90 min

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Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
Day 4Archaeological Sites, Local Markets, and Cultural Delights
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$73

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$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$48
6 - 8 min

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El Meco Archaeological Site
Ancient Mayan ruins with a pyramid & other buildings, with many iguanas inhabiting the area.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
4 - 5 min

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El Niño Beach
Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Plaza 28
Mexican chocolate, lucha libre wrestling masks & folk art at a bright, busy hub of souvenir shops.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado
Contemporary, open-air Catholic church with lots of greenery, offering English & Spanish mass.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
Day 5Urban Cuisine, Shopping Excursions, and Thrilling Water Sports
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$486

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$ 6

La Patrona Cocina Urbana & Tacos
La mejor comida mexicana de Cancún.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
3 - 4 min

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Mercado 28
Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
18 - 22 min

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Ferris Wheel Cancun
Upscale seafront promenade dominated by a Ferris wheel & lined with restaurant terraces & boutiques.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$50
6 - 8 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.
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$400
Day 6Brunch, Island Exploration, and Turtle Conservation
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$441

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$ 9

Mango Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
8 - 10 min

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Garrafon Park - MX
Activity park featuring a zip line, a swimming pool, snorkeling, kayaking & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$400
7 - 9 min

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Tortugranja
No-frills aquarium featuring many species of turtles both indoors & outdoors, plus a gift shop.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$25
17 - 21 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
Day 7Party Vibes, Beach Fun, and Scenic Views
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$561

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$ 6

Señor Frogs
Señor Frog’s Food, Fiesta & Souvenirs is the place to visit if you are a customer seeking adventure and a real party experience. Full of colors, lights, sounds, textures and fun. The night-time entertainment includes DJs, MCs, conga lines with shot girls, prizes, live bands and much more.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
10 - 15 min

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Playa Forum
Long sandy beach with calm, sheltered waters & sun loungers, backed by a row of hotels.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Punta Cancun LightHouse
Classic red & white striped beacon on a windswept, rocky bluff, with sandy trails & ocean views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
60 - 72 min

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Punta Sur
Ecological park offering beaches, a lighthouse & large sculptures on a path overlooking the ocean.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$25
12 - 15 min

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Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$500
Day 8Authentic Cuisine, Ancient Ruins, and Mayan History
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$162

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$ 3

Los Gallos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
6 - 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$50
4 - 5 min

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San Miguelito Archeological Site
Mayan ruins accessed through a museum with shaded trails connecting each section of the site.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$50
12 - 17 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.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$50
Day 9Farewell to Paradise with Stunning Beaches and Fiesta on Water
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$768

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$ 9

El Conquistador
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
5 - 6 min

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Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Ventura Park
Lots of attractions, including a water park, zip line, dolphin encounter, classic rides & go-karts.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$248
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.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$500

Budget breakdown: $3628 In total

Activities & Food:$3585
Transport:$43