10 Days in Cancún: A Tropical Adventure

Maria Dora Aguilera

20 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day journey to Cancún and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, stunning beaches, and ancient wonders. From exploring archaeological sites to indulging in Mexican fiestas, this itinerary is packed with excitement and adventure.

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Ecological Wonders and Local Delights

$13

$ 6

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Small urban park featuring a variety of vegetation & wildlife, plus running paths & a playground.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Day 2Mexican Floating Fiesta and Shopping Extravaganza

$250

$ 3

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 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.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$250

26 - 32 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

Day 3Beach Bliss and Island Paradise

$13

$ 6

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

55 - 66 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Dolphins, History, and Spiritual Serenity

$263

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$250

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Jungle Thrills and Mayan Marvels

$200

$ 3

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

Directions

Puerto Maya Cancún - Jungle Tour, Speed Boat, Snorkel & Mayan Experience

Speedboat rides, reef diving trips & guided jungle walks from a popular coastal tour center.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$200

Day 6Unveiling Ancient Mysteries

$50

$ 3

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

12 - 17 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.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

Day 7Island Paradise and Wax Museum Delights

$27

$ 3

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

Bustling, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants & a Ferris wheel.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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4 - 5 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

Day 8Sun, Sand, and Archaeological Gems

$25

$ 3

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 9Aquatic Adventures at Xel-Há Park

$208

$ 3

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

94 - 113 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$208

Day 10Discover the Wonders of Xcaret Park

$242

$ 3

Hotel Mexico

Depart from your stay 🏨

73 - 88 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$242

Budget breakdown: $1319 In total

Activities & Food:$1290

Transport:$30