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Riviera Maya Adventure

Andreas Colucci

Andreas Colucci

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Cancún. Discover ancient ruins, swim in crystal-clear cenotes, and indulge in mouthwatering seafood. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Riviera Maya!

Trip to Playa del Carmen

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Wonders
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$156

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$ 8

Hotel Riviera Caribe Maya

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Parque Los Fundadores
Seaside park with sculptures, a kids' playground & traditional Mayan dance performances.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Xenses Park | por Xcaret
Outdoor amusement park with sense-themed activities & optical illusions, plus a snack bar & shop.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
60 - 72 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$78
14 - 17 min

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Zona Arqueológica de Muyil
Ancient Mayan site with temple ruins & artifacts dating from 300 BCE to 1500 CE.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
70 - 84 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$78
11 - 14 min

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Río Secreto
Hiking & swimming excursions along a turquoise underground river with stalactites & stalagmites.
8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Thrills and Chills
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$154

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$ 5

Hotel Riviera Caribe Maya

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
20 - 29 min

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Directions

La Cantina - Mexican Steak House
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$80
9 - 11 min

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Xplor
Jungle adventure park with zip-lining, amphibious vehicles, rafting & underground rivers.
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Directions

El pescador
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM
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$74

Budget breakdown: $2328 In total

Activities & Food:$2279
Transport:$50

Trip to Tulum

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Wonders
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$206

·

$ 3

Cenote Zacil-Ha
Swimming hole with crystal clear waters & a zip line, plus restroom facilities & snack areas.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
21 - 26 min

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Directions

Playa Ruinas
Narrow strip of sand at the foot of cliffs, overlooked by ruins of an ancient Mayan walled city.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
13 - 20 min

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Playa Pescadores
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
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Adelita Beach Club
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$78
10 - 15 min

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Playa Esperanza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$78
Day 2Thrills and Chills
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$242

·

$ 12

Parque Nacional Tulum
In addition to its lush views & coastal landscape, this national park features Mayan ruins.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
21 - 26 min

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Gran Cenote
Limestone cenote & cavern with snorkeling areas, equipment rentals & boardwalks.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$38
20 - 24 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$80
9 - 11 min

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Laguna de Kaan Luum
Clear, shallow lake around a deep central pool, with turquoise water, hammocks & a swimming pier.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Melipona Maya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$74

Budget breakdown: $2328 In total

Activities & Food:$2279
Transport:$50

Trip to Playa del Carmen

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Wonders
+

$156

·

$ 8

Hotel Riviera Caribe Maya

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

~

Directions

Parque Los Fundadores
Seaside park with sculptures, a kids' playground & traditional Mayan dance performances.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
•
Free
18 - 22 min

~

Directions

Xenses Park | por Xcaret
Outdoor amusement park with sense-themed activities & optical illusions, plus a snack bar & shop.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
•
Free
60 - 72 min

~

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
•
$78
14 - 17 min

~

Directions

Zona Arqueológica de Muyil
Ancient Mayan site with temple ruins & artifacts dating from 300 BCE to 1500 CE.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
•
Free
70 - 84 min

~

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$78
11 - 14 min

~

Directions

Río Secreto
Hiking & swimming excursions along a turquoise underground river with stalactites & stalagmites.
8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2Thrills and Chills
+

$154

·

$ 5

Hotel Riviera Caribe Maya

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

~

Directions

Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
•
Free
20 - 29 min

~

Directions

La Cantina - Mexican Steak House
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
•
$80
9 - 11 min

~

Directions

Xplor
Jungle adventure park with zip-lining, amphibious vehicles, rafting & underground rivers.
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
•
Free
11 - 14 min

~

Directions

El pescador
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM
•
$74

Budget breakdown: $2328 In total

Activities & Food:$2279
Transport:$50

Trip to Cancún

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Wonders
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$192

·

$ 6

Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Many sea creatures are displayed at this aquarium offering unique interactive experiences & shows.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$36
13 - 16 min

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Restaurant las Palmas
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$78
6 - 9 min

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Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Parque de las Palapas
Paved city park with playground structures, shaded tables & an open-air stage for performances.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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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.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Sunset Grill
Seafood Kitchen & Events
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$78
Day 2Thrills and Chills
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$646

·

$ 5

Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$242
57 - 69 min

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Los de Pescado Express
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$80
2 - 3 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.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$250
9 - 11 min

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Jc Steakhouse
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$74
Day 3Beach Bliss and Cenote Delights
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$373

·

$ 2

Xel-Há Park
Sprawling natural aquarium offering activities such as snorkeling & swimming with dolphins.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$208
87 - 105 min

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La Palapa
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$72
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.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$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.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$68

Budget breakdown: $2328 In total

Activities & Food:$2279
Transport:$50