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10 Days in Cancún: Sun, Sea, and Adventure!

Alejandra Mariapia Vasquez Laime

Alejandra Mariapia Vasquez Laime

21 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey to Cancún, where you'll soak up the sun, explore ancient ruins, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Discover pristine beaches, swim with dolphins, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Mexico. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in paradise!

Trip to Cancún

Day 1Island Bliss and Mediterranean Delights
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$33

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$ 4

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Tortugranja
No-frills aquarium featuring many species of turtles both indoors & outdoors, plus a gift shop.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$6
62 - 75 min

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Punta Cancun LightHouse
Classic red & white striped beacon on a windswept, rocky bluff, with sandy trails & ocean views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Ólio Mediterranean Cuisine
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Caracol Beach
Sun loungers & straw beach shelters on a popular sandy strip backed by resort hotels.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Portofino Italian Cuisine
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
Day 2Beachfront Fun and Island Paradise
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$139

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$ 5

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Playa Forum
Long sandy beach with calm, sheltered waters & sun loungers, backed by a row of hotels.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
58 - 70 min

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Punta Sur
Ecological park offering beaches, a lighthouse & large sculptures on a path overlooking the ocean.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
7 - 9 min

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Bastos Grill
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$17
7 - 9 min

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Garrafon Park - MX
Activity park featuring a zip line, a swimming pool, snorkeling, kayaking & restaurants.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$100
8 - 10 min

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Mango Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 3Cultural Immersion and Beachside Bliss
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$140

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$ 5

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
56 - 68 min

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Villa Rolandi Thalasso Spa Gourmet & Beach Club Hotel
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
3 - 4 min

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Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$125
47 - 57 min

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El Meco Archaeological Site
Ancient Mayan ruins with a pyramid & other buildings, with many iguanas inhabiting the area.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$6
8 - 10 min

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Pizza Casa Jaguar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 4Museums, Aquariums, and Ancient Wonders
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$63

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$ 3

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Cancun Wax Museum
Guests can pose with life-sized wax models of historical figures & celebrities at this cozy museum.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
2 - 3 min

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Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Market Café
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$5
1 - 2 min

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Playa Ballenas
Long strip of white sand open to the public, with strong waves, showers & jet ski rentals.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 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.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$13
6 - 9 min

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Los Gallos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 5Nature Parks and Culinary Delights
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$32

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$ 4

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Parque Ecológico Kabah
Small urban park featuring a variety of vegetation & wildlife, plus running paths & a playground.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Malecón Tajamar
Palm-lined promenade overlooking the Nichupté lagoon, popular for walks, cycling & jogging.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Il Piaceré
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$15
1 - 2 min

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Playa Tortugas
Bustling public beach with calm water for swimming & also featuring umbrella & chair rentals.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Hiromi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$17
Day 6Thrilling Adventures and Scenic Views
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$123

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$ 4

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 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.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$100
8 - 10 min

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Sonora Grill - la Isla Cancún
El Asador Mexicano favorito de México, contemporáneo y cautivador, diseñado para vivir las mejores experiencias. Dj Residente & High Mixology
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$6
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Ferris Wheel Cancun
Upscale seafront promenade dominated by a Ferris wheel & lined with restaurant terraces & boutiques.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$13
25 - 30 min

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El Niño Beach
Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Pizza Casa Jaguar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 7Aquatic Wonders and Scenic Dining
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$117

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$ 2

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

96 - 116 min

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Xel-Há Park
Sprawling natural aquarium offering activities such as snorkeling & swimming with dolphins.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$104
5 - 8 min

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Chula Vista
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$5
1 - 2 min

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Restaurante la Terraza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 8Ecological Parks and Authentic Mexican Cuisine
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$129

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$ 2

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

73 - 88 min

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Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$121
2 - 3 min

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La Cocina Restaurante Mexicano
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$4
4 - 5 min

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La Caleta Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 9Ancient Marvels and Coastal Delights
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$44

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$ 4

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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San Miguelito Archeological Site
Mayan ruins accessed through a museum with shaded trails connecting each section of the site.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
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.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
13 - 16 min

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Portofino Italian Cuisine
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
4 - 5 min

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Playa Tortugas
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Taqueria los Chachalacos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 10Beaches, Theme Parks, and Mexican Fiesta
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$210

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$ 5

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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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.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$62
18 - 22 min

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La Trattoria
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
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.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$125
9 - 11 min

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Riviera Maya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9

Budget breakdown: $1059 In total

Activities & Food:$1028
Transport:$32