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

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26 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey to Cancún, Mexico. Discover ancient ruins, swim with dolphins, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Join me as I explore the vibrant culture and breathtaking beauty of this tropical paradise.

Trip to Cancún

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Viator

Day 1Chocolate Delights and Ancient Wonders

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$238

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$ 11

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Ah Cacao Chocolate Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

2 - 3 min

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Interactive Aquarium Cancún

Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$72

9 - 11 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

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Los Gallos

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$60

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.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$50

3 - 4 min

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Bogavante Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 2Palapas, Thrills, and Mediterranean Delicacies

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$388

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$ 17

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Restaurante los Alcatraces

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

1 - 2 min

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Parque de las Palapas

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

23 - 28 min

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Ventura Park

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$248

24 - 29 min

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Il Piaceré

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$68

5 - 6 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

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Ólio Mediterranean Cuisine

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 3Island Adventures and Local Flavors

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$117

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$ 11

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

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

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$25

36 - 44 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Loncheria Alexia y Geovanny

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Lola Valentina

Lori, one of the founders of the Mango Cafe, has opened her own restaurant in El Centro. Same nuevo Isla approach to cooking - and a lot of traditional dishes served just a little better.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 4Tacos, Ecological Parks, and Authentic Mexican Cuisine

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$612

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$ 6

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

78 - 94 min

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Pacos Tacos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

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

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$484

2 - 3 min

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La Cocina Restaurante Mexicano

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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La Caleta Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 5Stunning Views, Natural Wonders, and Traditional Fare

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$580

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$ 6

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

98 - 118 min

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Chula Vista

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

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

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$416

5 - 8 min

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Restaurante la Terraza

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$60

3 - 4 min

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La Cocina del Pueblo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 6Island Escape, Art, and Mexican Heritage

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$506

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$ 11

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Pompeya

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

10 - 12 min

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Isla Contoy

Small, uninhabited island with secluded beaches & a prime nesting site for sea birds & turtles.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$400

51 - 62 min

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Da Vinci's Restaurant

This beach side restaurant transports you to Tuscany with it's authentic Italian fare. It's like being on two vacations at once.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

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.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$50

4 - 6 min

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Viva Mexico

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $2500 In total

Activities & Food:$2441

Transport:$59