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10 Days in Cancún: A Tropical Adventure

Giovanna López

Giovanna López

19 Oct 2023

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

Trip to Cancún

Day 1
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$65

El Rey Archaeological Zone
Excavated Mayan ruins date to 250 A.D., comprising 47 buildings, including a pyramid-shaped temple.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$25
6 - 9 min

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Los Gallos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$30
10 - 15 min

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Bogavante Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$10
Day 2
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$102

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$ 2

Playa Langosta
Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
11 - 14 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
$38
1 - 2 min

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Johnny Rockets
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$34
2 - 3 min

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Cambalache
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$30
Day 3
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$36

Parque Ecológico Kabah
Small urban park featuring a variety of vegetation & wildlife, plus running paths & a playground.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Mu. Burgerhouse Av. Nichupte
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$8
12 - 17 min

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XB Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28
Day 4
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$65

Museo Maya de Cancún y Zona Arqueológica de San Miguelito
Important collection of Mayan archaeological artifacts housed in a sleekly designed setting.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$25
4 - 6 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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$10
5 - 8 min

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Viva Mexico
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$30
Day 5
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$77

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$ 3

Playa Delfines
Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
70 - 84 min

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Tortugranja
No-frills aquarium featuring many species of turtles both indoors & outdoors, plus a gift shop.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$13
10 - 15 min

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Bastos Grill
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$30
4 - 5 min

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Mango Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$34
Day 6
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$270

Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$250
3 - 4 min

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Villa Rolandi Thalasso Spa Gourmet & Beach Club Hotel
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$12
44 - 66 min

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El Varadero
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$8
Day 7
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$26

Playa Norte- Isla Mujeres
Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Loncheria Alexia y Geovanny
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$10
2 - 3 min

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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
$16
Day 8
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$266

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$ 2

Xoximilco | Mexican Floating Fiesta in Cancun
Theme park built around Mexican culture, customs, music & food on gondolas through the Mayan jungle.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$250
10 - 12 min

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La Trattoria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$8
1 - 2 min

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Riviera Maya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$8
Day 9
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$0

Day 10
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$288

Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$242
2 - 3 min

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La Cocina Restaurante Mexicano
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$28
4 - 5 min

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La Caleta Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18

Budget breakdown: $1200 In total

Activities & Food:$1194
Transport:$6