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8-Day Cancún Adventure: Explore Paradise in Mexico

Monica Castrillon

Monica Castrillon

20 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey to Cancún, QR, Mexico. Discover stunning beaches, ancient ruins, vibrant markets, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Join us as we explore the best of Cancún's attractions and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Trip to Cancún

Day 1
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$18

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$ 3

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Restaurante los Alcatraces
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
1 - 2 min

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Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
+

$8

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$ 3

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Ah Cacao Chocolate Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
1 - 2 min

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La Isla Paradise Experience
Bustling, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants & a Ferris wheel.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$2
Day 3
+

$48

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$ 5

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
2 - 3 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
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$38
5 - 6 min

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Playa Chacmool
Turquoise waters, a white-sand shoreline & big ocean waves are the main draw to this public beach.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
+

$49

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$ 3

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Captain's Cove
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
Day 5
+

$56

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$ 6

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

61 - 74 min

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Mango Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
6 - 8 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
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$13
69 - 83 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.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
Day 6
+

$21

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$ 6

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

71 - 86 min

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Villa Rolandi Thalasso Spa Gourmet & Beach Club Hotel
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
13 - 16 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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$13
56 - 68 min

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Plaza 28
Mexican chocolate, lucha libre wrestling masks & folk art at a bright, busy hub of souvenir shops.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
+

$0

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 8
+

$248

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$ 3

Dream Lagoons Cancun (DR01)

Depart from your stay 🏨

79 - 95 min

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Pacos Tacos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
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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$242

Budget breakdown: $472 In total

Activities & Food:$447
Transport:$26