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7-Day Adventure in Cancún: Explore Ancient Ruins, Stunning Beaches, and More

Maria Mattiassi

11 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey to Cancún, QR, Mexico. Discover ancient ruins, indulge in delicious cuisine, and relax on picturesque beaches. Join us as we explore the vibrant culture and natural beauty of this stunning destination.

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$273

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$ 2

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

3 - 4 min

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Directions

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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$25

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Puerto Maya Cancún - Jungle Tour, Speed Boat, Snorkel & Mayan Experience

Speedboat rides, reef diving trips & guided jungle walks from a popular coastal tour center.

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$200

6 - 9 min

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Directions

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.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 2

+

$111

·

$ 2

Los Gallos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

6 - 9 min

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Directions

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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Directions

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

3 - 4 min

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Directions

San Miguelito Archeological Site

Mayan ruins accessed through a museum with shaded trails connecting each section of the site.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

12 - 17 min

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Directions

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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$25

4 - 6 min

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Directions

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.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 3

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$246

Chula Vista

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Directions

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

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Restaurante la Terraza

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4

+

$296

·

$ 2

Pacos Tacos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

20 - 29 min

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Directions

Xcaret Park

Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$242

69 - 83 min

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Playa Marlín

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

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

La Destileria

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 5

+

$65

·

$ 6

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

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

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado

Contemporary, open-air Catholic church with lots of greenery, offering English & Spanish mass.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Parque de las Palapas

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 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

13 - 16 min

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Directions

El Meco Archaeological Site

Ancient Mayan ruins with a pyramid & other buildings, with many iguanas inhabiting the area.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$13

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Pizza Casa Jaguar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 6

+

$76

·

$ 3

Ah Cacao Chocolate Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

2 - 3 min

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Directions

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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$38

2 - 3 min

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Directions

La Isla Paradise Experience

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$2

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Playa Chacmool

Turquoise waters, a white-sand shoreline & big ocean waves are the main draw to this public beach.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

67 - 81 min

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Directions

Tortugranja

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

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$13

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Bastos Grill

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 7

+

$47

·

$ 2

Ruben's Cocina Económica

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Hacienda Mundaca

Partially reconstructed historic residence & grounds with a pond, a stone arch & antique cannons.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Bastos Grill

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $1127 In total

Activities & Food:$1113

Transport:$14