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5-Day Cancún Adventure: Paradise, Beaches, and Local Cuisine

Victor Jiménez Gutiérrez

Victor Jiménez Gutiérrez

30 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey to Cancún, QR, Mexico. Explore the stunning La Isla Paradise, relax on Playa Langosta and Playa Delfines, and indulge in delicious meals at Hooters, Johnny Rockets, Los Gallos, and Bogavante Restaurant. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture at Parque de las Palapas and Playa Norte-Isla Mujeres. Discover local flavors at Loncheria Alexia y Geovanny and Lola Valentina. Experience the lively Mercado 28 and savor authentic Mexican cuisine at La Patrona Cocina Urbana & Tacos and Emara Antojitos Yucatecos. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Xcaret Park and delightful meals at La Cocina Restaurante Mexicano and La Caleta Restaurant.

Trip to Cancún

Day 1
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$80

La Isla Paradise Experience
Bustling, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants & a Ferris wheel.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Hooters
Todos Los Deportes y Las Mejores Alitas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
3 - 4 min

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Johnny Rockets
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2
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$128

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$ 3

Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Los Gallos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$68
10 - 15 min

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Bogavante Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 3
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$72

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$ 3

Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
45 - 54 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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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 4
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$80

Mercado 28
Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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La Patrona Cocina Urbana & Tacos
La mejor comida mexicana de Cancún.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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Emara Antojitos Yucatecos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 5
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$778

Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$650
2 - 3 min

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La Cocina Restaurante Mexicano
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$60
4 - 5 min

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La Caleta Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68

Budget breakdown: $1144 In total

Activities & Food:$1138
Transport:$6