10 Days in Cancún: A Tropical Adventure

Monica Ugalde

15 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day journey to Cancún, QR, Mexico. Explore stunning beaches, indulge in delicious cuisine, and discover the rich history and culture of this vibrant city.

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$146

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

1 - 2 min

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Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Speedy passenger ferries connecting the mainland with Isla Mujeres & Cozumel in 15 minutes.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$50

4 - 5 min

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Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$60

Day 2

$580

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$500

27 - 33 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$68

5 - 6 min

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Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 3

$136

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

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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$50

8 - 10 min

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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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$16

Upscale seafront promenade dominated by a Ferris wheel & lined with restaurant terraces & boutiques.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$50

Day 4

$193

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

3 - 4 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$50

2 - 3 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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$75

8 - 11 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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White-sand beach open to the public, with bathrooms, showers & nearby restaurants.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 5

$346

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

6 - 8 min

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Lots of attractions, including a water park, zip line, dolphin encounter, classic rides & go-karts.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$250

7 - 9 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$60

8 - 12 min

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Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

$115

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

4 - 5 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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$50

72 - 87 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

15 - 18 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

4 - 6 min

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Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 7

$581

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

7 - 9 min

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Ecological park offering beaches, a lighthouse & large sculptures on a path overlooking the ocean.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

13 - 16 min

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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$500

3 - 4 min

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Villa Rolandi Thalasso Spa Gourmet & Beach Club Hotel

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$20

Day 8

$428

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

12 - 15 min

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Activity park featuring a zip line, a swimming pool, snorkeling, kayaking & restaurants.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$400

7 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 9

$480

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

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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$416

5 - 8 min

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3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$44

Day 10

$564

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

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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$484

2 - 3 min

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3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$56

Budget breakdown: $3612 In total

Activities & Food:$3569

Transport:$43