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8 Days in Cancún: Sun, Sea, and Adventure!

Vatsalya Dixit

8 Dec 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey to Cancún, where pristine beaches, ancient marvels, and vibrant culture await. Immerse yourself in the turquoise waters of Playa Delfines, get up close with marine life at the Interactive Aquarium, and savor mouthwatering pizza at La Pizzarra. Each day brings new excitement and discovery, from exploring the Mayan ruins at San Miguelito to indulging in delicious local cuisine at Cheester. Get ready for a vacation of a lifetime!

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beach Bliss and Underwater Wonders

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$94

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$ 2

Los Gallos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Playa Delfines

Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Interactive Aquarium Cancún

Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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Directions

La Pizzarra

La mejor pizza de Cancun, con servicio a domicilio en el Zona Hotelera marca al 124 2622

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Elefanta

Inspirados en la cultura, la arquitectura y principalmente la gastronomía de la India, fue creado el restaurante Elefanta.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2History, Palapas, and Pachamaya

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$95

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$ 2

Captain's Cove

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Directions

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

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Parque de las Palapas

Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Pachamaya

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$34

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Cheester

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 3Reef Adventures and Pizza Delights

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$170

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$ 6

Arrecifes

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Ventura Park

Lots of attractions, including a water park, zip line, dolphin encounter, classic rides & go-karts.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$124

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Pizza Casa Jaguar

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$8

7 - 9 min

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Directions

El Niño Beach

Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Café Donceles

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Italian Delicacies and Floating Fiesta

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$314

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$ 5

La Trattoria

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

10 - 12 min

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Directions

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

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$250

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Riviera Maya

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Bugambilias

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 5Island Hopping and Culinary Delights

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$82

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$ 2

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Playa Langosta

Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

49 - 59 min

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Directions

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

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Ruben's Cocina Económica

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

2 - 3 min

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Directions

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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$34

Day 6Brunch, Nature, and Grilled Goodness

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$41

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$ 5

Mango Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

7 - 9 min

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Directions

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

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Bastos Grill

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Restaurant la Lomita

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 7Tacos, Ecotourism, and Riviera Vibes

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$286

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$ 3

Pacos Tacos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

20 - 29 min

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Directions

Xcaret Park

Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$242

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Apapachoa

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$10

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Riviera Blue Light

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 8Farewell to Paradise

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$0

Budget breakdown: $1102 In total

Activities & Food:$1082

Transport:$21