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8 Days in Cancún: Sun, Sea, and Tacos!

Diego Bravo

14 Dec 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey to Cancún, where turquoise waters, ancient marvels, and mouthwatering tacos await. Join me as I explore stunning beaches, vibrant markets, and indulge in the flavors of Mexico. Get ready for a week of adventure, relaxation, and pure bliss!

Trip to Cancún

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Viator

Day 1Beach Bliss and Taco Delights

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$116

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$ 9

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Playa Langosta

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Parque de las Palapas

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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La Patrona Cocina Urbana & Tacos

La mejor comida mexicana de Cancún.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$60

3 - 4 min

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Mercado 28

Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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El Niño Beach

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

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Pizza Casa Jaguar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 2Floating Fiesta and Paradise Experience

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$644

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$ 6

La Trattoria

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

24 - 29 min

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Hooters

Todos Los Deportes y Las Mejores Alitas

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$68

1 - 2 min

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La Isla Paradise Experience

Bustling, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants & a Ferris wheel.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$4

2 - 3 min

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Johnny Rockets

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 3Nature's Wonders and Authentic Cuisine

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$508

Chula Vista

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

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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$16

3 - 4 min

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La Cocina del Pueblo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 4Taco Heaven and Cultural Immersion

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$612

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 5Archaeological Marvels and Culinary Delights

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$314

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$ 6

Los Gallos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

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

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$50

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.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$50

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$60

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Ferris Wheel Cancun

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

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$50

6 - 9 min

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Cambalache

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 6Wax Figures and Underwater Wonders

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$178

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$ 9

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

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

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$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

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$72

8 - 10 min

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Bogavante Restaurant

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

2 - 3 min

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Playa Delfines

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Veneto Restaurante

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 7Island Escapes and Local Flavors

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$513

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$ 9

Mango Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

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

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$400

6 - 8 min

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Bastos Grill

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$20

10 - 15 min

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Tortugranja

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$25

17 - 21 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres

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

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Loncheria Alexia y Geovanny

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 8Spa Indulgence and Coastal Beauty

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$569

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$ 6

Villa Rolandi Thalasso Spa Gourmet & Beach Club Hotel

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

12 - 15 min

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Punta Sur

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

12 - 15 min

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Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$500

47 - 70 min

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El Varadero

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$16

4 - 5 min

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Greenverde

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $3495 In total

Activities & Food:$3454

Transport:$41