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10 Days in Cancún: A Tropical Adventure

Amalia Yáñez

Amalia Yáñez

20 Nov 2023

Join me on a 10-day journey to Cancún, where we'll explore beautiful beaches, indulge in delicious cuisine, and discover ancient ruins. Get ready for an unforgettable tropical adventure!

Trip to Cancún

Day 1
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$42

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$ 4

Mango Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
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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$6
16 - 20 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
42 - 51 min

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Pizza Casa Jaguar
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
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.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$6
12 - 15 min

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Basmati
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 2
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$135

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$ 2

Pompeya
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
10 - 12 min

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Isla Contoy
Small, uninhabited island with secluded beaches & a prime nesting site for sea birds & turtles.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$100
34 - 41 min

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Cocina Libanesa Sahara
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$17
4 - 5 min

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Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Cheester
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 3
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$34

Ah Cacao Chocolate Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
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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$1
2 - 3 min

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Johnny Rockets
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$4
1 - 2 min

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Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$19
2 - 3 min

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Cambalache
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$5
Day 4
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$157

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$ 2

Hooters
Todos Los Deportes y Las Mejores Alitas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
12 - 17 min

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Malecón Tajamar
Palm-lined promenade overlooking the Nichupté lagoon, popular for walks, cycling & jogging.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 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.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$125
9 - 11 min

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La Trattoria
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$5
1 - 2 min

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Riviera Maya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 5
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$133

Captain's Cove
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
3 - 4 min

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Puerto Maya Cancún - Jungle Tour, Speed Boat, Snorkel & Mayan Experience
Speedboat rides, reef diving trips & guided jungle walks from a popular coastal tour center.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$100
6 - 9 min

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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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
5 - 8 min

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Viva Mexico
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
Day 6
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$118

Chula Vista
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
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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$104
5 - 8 min

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Restaurante la Terraza
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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La Cocina del Pueblo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 7
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$47

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$ 1

Viva Mexico
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
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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$13
7 - 9 min

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Cambalache
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$5
1 - 2 min

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Cancun Wax Museum
Guests can pose with life-sized wax models of historical figures & celebrities at this cozy museum.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Hooters
Todos Los Deportes y Las Mejores Alitas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 8
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$24

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$ 3

La Patrona Cocina Urbana & Tacos
La mejor comida mexicana de Cancún.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
3 - 4 min

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Mercado 28
Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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El Cafe Mexicano
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
6 - 8 min

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San Miguelito Archeological Site
Mayan ruins accessed through a museum with shaded trails connecting each section of the site.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$13
5 - 6 min

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Rosato Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 9
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$37

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$ 1

Los Gallos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
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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$13
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
14 - 17 min

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Ólio Mediterranean Cuisine
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$11
4 - 6 min

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Caracol Beach
Sun loungers & straw beach shelters on a popular sandy strip backed by resort hotels.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Portofino Italian Cuisine
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 10
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$150

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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$121
2 - 3 min

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La Cocina Restaurante Mexicano
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$14
4 - 5 min

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La Caleta Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9

Budget breakdown: $886 In total

Activities & Food:$876
Transport:$11