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

Veronica Sifuentes

10 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey to Cancún, Mexico. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, relax on stunning beaches, and explore ancient ruins. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in paradise!

Trip to Cancún

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Viator

Day 1Ecological Wonders and Nightlife Delights

$33

$ 3

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 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

6 - 8 min

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Compact venue offering slot machines & live gaming tables, plus down-home Mexican food & a buffet.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2Beach Bliss and Mayan Marvels

$45

$ 3

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 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

16 - 20 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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$13

23 - 28 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$17

1 - 2 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 3Pirate Adventures and Archaeological Wonders

$132

$ 4

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Immersive pirate-themed show onboard replica ships with music & stunts, plus a bar & dinner options.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$100

17 - 21 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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3 - 4 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

Day 4Beach Hopping and Shopping Extravaganza

$20

$ 3

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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Sandy strip dotted with palm trees & lined with seafood restaurants, plus snack & floatie vendors.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Mexican chocolate, lucha libre wrestling masks & folk art at a bright, busy hub of souvenir shops.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 5Aquatic Encounters and Exotic Cuisine

$99

$ 4

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

12 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$62

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

23 - 28 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 6Beach Paradise and Mexican Fiesta

$135

$ 4

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 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

15 - 18 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.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$125

9 - 11 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 7Turtle Sanctuary and Island Bliss

$20

$ 3

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Airy, woodsy cafe with a terrace offering comfort food & desserts, plus coffee & juices.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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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

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Day 8Thrills at Garrafon Park and Culinary Delights

$108

$ 3

Hostal Casa Madre Naturaleza

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 min

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