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The Ultimate Yucatan Adventure

cecilia ansaldi

cecilia ansaldi

12 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 15-day journey through Cancún, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum. Discover ancient ruins, swim in crystal-clear cenotes, and relax on pristine beaches. This itinerary is packed with adventure, culture, and mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

Trip to Cancún

Day 1Beach Bliss and Ancient Wonders in Cancún
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$151

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$ 5

Waynes Boots
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
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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$25
4 - 6 min

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Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
11 - 14 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
10 - 12 min

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Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Cocina Libanesa Sahara
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 2Delight in Nature and History in Cancún
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$334

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$ 2

Los Olivos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
15 - 22 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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$242
80 - 96 min

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El Niño Beach
Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Mar Bella
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 3Island Paradise and Breathtaking Sunsets in Cancún
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$286

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$ 2

Restaurante la Terraza
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
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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$208
132 - 159 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Sunset Grill
Seafood Kitchen & Events
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $2398 In total

Activities & Food:$2319
Transport:$79

Trip to Playa del Carmen

Day 1Beach Bliss and Ancient Wonders in Cancún
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$90

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$ 3

Restaurante Riviera
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
6 - 9 min

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Playa Xcalacoco
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Parroquia de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Museo Frida Kahlo Playa Del Carmen
Compact venue featuring interactive exhibits, sculptures & collages of Kahlo reproductions.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Parque Los Fundadores
Seaside park with sculptures, a kids' playground & traditional Mayan dance performances.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Xaman - Ha Aviary
Nature trails around ponds & forest enclosures, home to tropical birds like macaws & flamingoes.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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La Caleta Restaurant
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$52
4 - 5 min

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Zona Arqueológica de Xcaret (dentro del parque ecoturístico XCARET)
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
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Free
Day 2Delight in Nature and History in Cancún
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$92

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$ 4

Mio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
28 - 42 min

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Playa Maroma, Riviera Maya
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Gran Coyote Golf
Designed by pro golfer Nick Price, this 18-hole course features upscale suites with ocean views.
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Botticelli
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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$54
6 - 9 min

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Playa del Carmen Archeological Site
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Capilla de Santa María de Todos los Ángeles
11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Free
Day 3Island Paradise and Breathtaking Sunsets in Cancún
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$78

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$ 2

Los Olivos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
15 - 22 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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Free
27 - 33 min

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Public beach
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Olio
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
9 - 14 min

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Playa Punta Esmeralda
8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Coastal Delights and Archaeological Marvels in Playa del Carmen
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$98

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$ 5

The Buffete
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
19 - 28 min

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Xenses Park | por Xcaret
Outdoor amusement park with sense-themed activities & optical illusions, plus a snack bar & shop.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Native Park Playa del Carmen
Jungle environment where visitors can drive ATVs, ride zip lines & explore underground caves.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Playacar Beach
Palm-lined beach backed by upscale resorts, known for its fine sand, clear water & sunset views.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Bait Lajam Tacos Arabes
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$62
12 - 15 min

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Cenote Chaak Tun
Visitors can explore, swim & snorkel in these low-lit caverns with natural pools & stalactites.
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Thrills, Cenotes, and Mayan Mysteries in Playa del Carmen
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$72

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$ 3

Asadero el Memes
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
15 - 22 min

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Xplor
Jungle adventure park with zip-lining, amphibious vehicles, rafting & underground rivers.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Free
23 - 34 min

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Río Secreto
Hiking & swimming excursions along a turquoise underground river with stalactites & stalagmites.
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
53 - 64 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$42
14 - 17 min

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Zona Arqueológica de Muyil
Ancient Mayan site with temple ruins & artifacts dating from 300 BCE to 1500 CE.
9:30 PM - 12:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $2398 In total

Activities & Food:$2319
Transport:$79

Trip to Tulum

Day 1Beach Bliss and Ancient Wonders in Cancún
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$165

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$ 12

El Rincon de Bohemio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
10 - 12 min

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Cenote Santa Cruz Tulum
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
2 - 3 min

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Cenote Car Wash
Divers & snorkelers are drawn to this scenic cenote with clear water, with showers & a small fee.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
5 - 6 min

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Cenote Mariposa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$25
16 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 2Delight in Nature and History in Cancún
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$192

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$ 12

Cockteleria el Dorado
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
14 - 17 min

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Cenote Zemway
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
7 - 9 min

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Cenote Zacil-Ha
Swimming hole with crystal clear waters & a zip line, plus restroom facilities & snack areas.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
5 - 6 min

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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$50
5 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 3Island Paradise and Breathtaking Sunsets in Cancún
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$161

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$ 12

El Suspiro
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
6 - 8 min

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Gran Cenote
Limestone cenote & cavern with snorkeling areas, equipment rentals & boardwalks.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
3 - 4 min

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Cenote Calavera
Swimming hole with crystal clear waters also known for scuba diving & underground caves.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$25
8 - 10 min

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Tulum Tower
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
Day 4Coastal Delights and Archaeological Marvels in Playa del Carmen
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$128

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$ 9

Tierra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
14 - 17 min

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Laguna de Kaan Luum
Clear, shallow lake around a deep central pool, with turquoise water, hammocks & a swimming pier.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
8 - 10 min

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Cenote Naharon
Natural limestone pool in the jungle, known for clear water & popular with snorkelers & cave divers.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 5Thrills, Cenotes, and Mayan Mysteries in Playa del Carmen
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$152

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$ 9

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

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Cenote Mayan Blue
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Cenote Chan Aktun Ha
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
3 - 4 min

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Cenote Corazón del Paraíso
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 6Indulge in Local Flavors and Natural Wonders in Playa del Carmen
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$159

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$ 9

Curry by Po Thai
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
9 - 11 min

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Cenote Escondido (Mayan Blue)
Paid access to a swimming hole on a rugged hiking trail, surrounded by jungle & mangrove swamps.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
12 - 15 min

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Cenote Aldea Zamá
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
14 - 17 min

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Parque Nacional Tulum
In addition to its lush views & coastal landscape, this national park features Mayan ruins.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$25
31 - 46 min

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Villa Pescadores Tulum
18 beach cabanas hotel on Playa Pescadores in Tulum Mexico. Experience the authentic Tulum. For Old Tulum Vibes, Contact us today
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 7Beachfront Bliss and Eclectic Sights in Playa del Carmen
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$162

Loco Tulum
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
11 - 16 min

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Temple of the Frescoes
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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El Castillo
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
2 - 3 min

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Playa Ruinas
Narrow strip of sand at the foot of cliffs, overlooked by ruins of an ancient Mayan walled city.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
13 - 20 min

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Mariachi BeachClub
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62

Budget breakdown: $2398 In total

Activities & Food:$2319
Transport:$79