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

Fabiola Rojas

18 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Cancún, where turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and ancient ruins await. Dive with dolphins, explore hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Mexico. Get ready for the ultimate tropical escape!

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Dolphins, Beaches, and Ancient Wonders

$263

$ 7

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$250

2 - 3 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Contemporary, open-air Catholic church with lots of greenery, offering English & Spanish mass.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Palm-lined promenade overlooking the Nichupté lagoon, popular for walks, cycling & jogging.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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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

12 - 15 min

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Ancient Mayan ruins with a pyramid & other buildings, with many iguanas inhabiting the area.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$13

Day 2Island Paradise and Enchanting History

$225

$ 3

Small, uninhabited island with secluded beaches & a prime nesting site for sea birds & turtles.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$200

53 - 64 min

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Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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No-frills aquarium featuring many species of turtles both indoors & outdoors, plus a gift shop.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Partially reconstructed historic residence & grounds with a pond, a stone arch & antique cannons.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$13

Day 3Thrills, Dolphins, and Stargazing

$463

$ 5

Activity park featuring a zip line, a swimming pool, snorkeling, kayaking & restaurants.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$200

10 - 12 min

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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$250

46 - 56 min

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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

14 - 17 min

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Small science center offering an observatory, planetarium shows & a science museum.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$13

Day 4Tennis, Shopping, and Immersive Experiences

$86

$ 3

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Long-running flea market with food stalls & lots of shops offering souvenirs, apparel & other goods.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Upscale seafront promenade dominated by a Ferris wheel & lined with restaurant terraces & boutiques.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Guests can pose with life-sized wax models of historical figures & celebrities at this cozy museum.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$36

Day 5Natural Wonders and Serene Beaches

$208

$ 3

Sprawling natural aquarium offering activities such as snorkeling & swimming with dolphins.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$208

93 - 112 min

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Archaeological remains of a small, circa-13th-century Mayan temple atop a beachfront knoll.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Sun loungers & straw beach shelters on a popular sandy strip backed by resort hotels.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Adventure and Mayan Mysteries

$442

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$242

65 - 78 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.

2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$200

Day 7Beach Bliss and Ancient Discoveries

$75

$ 3

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 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.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$25

12 - 18 min

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Mayan ruins accessed through a museum with shaded trails connecting each section of the site.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$25

4 - 5 min

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Excavated Mayan ruins date to 250 A.D., comprising 47 buildings, including a pyramid-shaped temple.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

Day 8Stunning Views, Fun Parks, and a Floating Fiesta

$374

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$124

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.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$250

Budget breakdown: $2161 In total

Activities & Food:$2135

Transport:$26