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10 Days in Cancún: Sun, Sand, and Adventure!

Andres Felipe Gomez

Andres Felipe Gomez

3 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey to Cancún, where you'll soak up the sun, explore ancient ruins, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in this tropical paradise!

Day 1Beach Bliss and Culinary Delights
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$148

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$ 2

100% Natural
Somos un grupo de restaurantes dedicados a promover el consumo de alimentos y bebidas saludables a todo aquel que persiga un estilo de vida natural y sano.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$38
6 - 9 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
Free
9 - 14 min

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Plaza Galerias
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Mar Bella
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
4 - 5 min

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El Niño Beach
Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Restaurant Mandinga
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$52
Day 2Island Paradise and Cultural Gems
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$181

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$ 5

Isla Mujeres
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$38
7 - 10 min

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Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado
Contemporary, open-air Catholic church with lots of greenery, offering English & Spanish mass.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Cheester
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$64
7 - 10 min

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Dubai Palace
Compact venue offering slot machines & live gaming tables, plus down-home Mexican food & a buffet.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$25
9 - 11 min

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Mercado 28
Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Pescado con Limon
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$54
Day 3Scenic Dining and Natural Wonders
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$346

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$ 3

Restaurante la Terraza
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$40
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
$208
8 - 10 min

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La Palapa
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
$60
8 - 10 min

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Oscar & Lalos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
Day 4Gourmet Cuisine and Retail Therapy
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$180

Viento Bar & Grille
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
7 - 10 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
$2
2 - 3 min

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Thai Lounge
Disfrute de la mejor comida de Tailandia en un ambiente lleno de vida, colores y sabores.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$52
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
$36
2 - 3 min

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Cambalache
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$54
Day 5Authentic Flavors and Eco-Adventure
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$352

Los Olivos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$30
15 - 22 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
4 - 5 min

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La Caleta Restaurant
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
$38
5 - 8 min

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La Laguna
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$42
Day 6Archaeological Marvels and Stunning Views
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$188

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$ 3

Waynes Boots
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$36
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
$25
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
Free
9 - 11 min

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Cambalache
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$54
6 - 9 min

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Ferris Wheel Cancun
Upscale seafront promenade dominated by a Ferris wheel & lined with restaurant terraces & boutiques.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$25
9 - 11 min

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Punta Cancun LightHouse
Classic red & white striped beacon on a windswept, rocky bluff, with sandy trails & ocean views.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Habanero Ceviche & Tacos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$48
Day 7Local Delicacies and Marine Conservation
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$177

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
8 - 10 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
14 - 17 min

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Café Mogagua
Airy, woodsy cafe with a terrace offering comfort food & desserts, plus coffee & juices.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Sunset Grill
Seafood Kitchen & Events
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$60
7 - 10 min

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Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Taqueria Glenssy
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$62
Day 8Gourmet Dining and Iconic Landmarks
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$379

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$ 3

Casa Rolandi Restaurant Gourmet & Yacht Club
Swiss-Northern Italian cuisine cooked in a firewood oven.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
3 - 4 min

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Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$250
12 - 15 min

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Punta Sur
Ecological park offering beaches, a lighthouse & large sculptures on a path overlooking the ocean.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$13
64 - 77 min

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Hard Rock Cafe Cancun
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$40
1 - 2 min

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Playa Forum
Long sandy beach with calm, sheltered waters & sun loungers, backed by a row of hotels.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Hooters
Todos Los Deportes y Las Mejores Alitas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$50
Day 9Caribbean Vibes and Historical Treasures
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$379

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$ 3

Caribbean Brisas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
7 - 9 min

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Garrafon Park - MX
Activity park featuring a zip line, a swimming pool, snorkeling, kayaking & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$200
71 - 86 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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$64
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.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$25
4 - 6 min

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Pina Colada Restaurant
This beach-side restaurant and bar is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast with a view of the sunrise or a break from the beach while still relishing in the outdoors. Open for breakfast and lunch, Pina Colada has the most delicious drinks as well.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$64
Day 10Thrilling Attractions and Mexican Fiesta
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$524

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$ 6

Sea & Stones
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$30
7 - 9 min

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Ventura Park
Lots of attractions, including a water park, zip line, dolphin encounter, classic rides & go-karts.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$124
18 - 22 min

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La Trattoria
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$62
10 - 12 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.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$250
9 - 11 min

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Riviera Maya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$58

Budget breakdown: $2878 In total

Activities & Food:$2853
Transport:$25