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4 Days in Cancún: Sun, Sand, and Ancient Wonders

Edith Chirinos

22 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey to Cancún, Mexico and experience the perfect blend of history, relaxation, and culinary delights. Discover ancient ruins, indulge in mouthwatering pizza, and soak up the sun on pristine beaches. Join me on this unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Cancún

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tantalizing Tastes and Ancient Mysteries

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$83

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$ 9

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

47 - 57 min

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Mango Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

6 - 8 min

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Tortugranja

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

41 - 50 min

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El Meco Archaeological Site

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

8 - 10 min

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Pizza Casa Jaguar

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

14 - 17 min

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Basmati

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Luxurious Spa Retreats and Hidden Gems

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$83

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$ 6

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

56 - 68 min

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Villa Rolandi Thalasso Spa Gourmet & Beach Club Hotel

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

7 - 9 min

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Hacienda Mundaca

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Bastos Grill

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

6 - 8 min

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Greenverde

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 3Morning Coffee, Mayan Ruins, and Exquisite Cuisine

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$71

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$ 6

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

9 - 11 min

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Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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El Rey Archaeological Zone

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

6 - 9 min

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Los Gallos

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

10 - 15 min

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Bogavante Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Coastal Delights and Cultural Exploration

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$89

·

$ 3

Playa del carmen

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Captain's Cove

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$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

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Viva Mexico

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $347 In total

Activities & Food:$326

Transport:$22