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10 Days in Cancún: A Tropical Adventure

Athit Naik

Athit Naik

17 Oct 2023

Join me on a 10-day journey to Cancún, Mexico, where we'll explore stunning beaches, indulge in delicious cuisine, and discover the rich culture of this tropical paradise.

Day 1
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$161

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$ 7

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$38
62 - 75 min

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Tortugranja
No-frills aquarium featuring many species of turtles both indoors & outdoors, plus a gift shop.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$13
1 - 2 min

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Punta Cancun LightHouse
Classic red & white striped beacon on a windswept, rocky bluff, with sandy trails & ocean views.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
31 - 38 min

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Tradewinds Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
Chedraui
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
+

$406

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$ 7

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Cha Cha Chá
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$38
23 - 28 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$250
5 - 6 min

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Restaurant el Comejen
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$64
Cockteleria Picus
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$138

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$ 5

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Waynes Boots
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$40
27 - 33 min

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Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Plaza 28
Mexican chocolate, lucha libre wrestling masks & folk art at a bright, busy hub of souvenir shops.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Gopal´s
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$60
Centro Anahata
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
+

$413

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$ 9

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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La Trattoria
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
33 - 40 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
$250
5 - 6 min

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El Meco Archaeological Site
Ancient Mayan ruins with a pyramid & other buildings, with many iguanas inhabiting the area.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$13
13 - 16 min

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Mar Bella
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$52
Pescadería Karen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$62
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 5
+

$110

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$ 5

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

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XB Restaurante
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$30
9 - 11 min

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Parque Ecológico Kabah
Small urban park featuring a variety of vegetation & wildlife, plus running paths & a playground.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Mercado 28
Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Emara Antojitos Yucatecos
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$38
Bao Vegan
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$42
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 6
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$138

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$ 5

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Il Piaceré
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
12 - 17 min

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Playa Tortugas
Bustling public beach with calm water for swimming & also featuring umbrella & chair rentals.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
7 - 9 min

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The White Box Gastrobar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$54
Col Bigolo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$48
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 7
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$364

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$ 5

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Restaurant Dos Lunas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
10 - 12 min

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Captain Hook Cancun
Immersive pirate-themed show onboard replica ships with music & stunts, plus a bar & dinner options.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$200
3 - 4 min

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Hooters
Todos Los Deportes y Las Mejores Alitas
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$60
4 - 5 min

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Mercado Coral Negro
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Natura
Natura is the only healthy choice restaurant to be found in the Hotel Zone of Cancun. Fit for vegetarians and non vegetarians.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$62
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 8
+

$154

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$ 3

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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mb Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
1 - 2 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
$38
1 - 2 min

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Jugo de Limon
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$40
Thai Lounge
Disfrute de la mejor comida de Tailandia en un ambiente lleno de vida, colores y sabores.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$50
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 9
+

$154

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$ 3

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
6 - 9 min

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Plaza Galerias
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Centro Herbalife
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$64
Smart kitchen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$64
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 10
+

$392

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$ 5

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

76 - 92 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
15 - 22 min

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Los Olivos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$30
13 - 16 min

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Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$242
15 - 22 min

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Bio - Hotel Xcaret Mexico
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
$62
Apapachoa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$58
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $2476 In total

Activities & Food:$2429
Transport:$47