Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza was a large pre-Columbian city built by the Maya people of the Terminal Classic period. The archeological site is located in Tinúm Municipality, Yucatán, Mexico, between the cities of Valladolid and Mérida.
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Travel to Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya
Chichen Itza, Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
€94per day · budget€154per day · standard5 daysrecommendedMarbest months
Things to do in Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya
- Chichen Itza
- Isla Mujeres
- Playa del Carmen
- Ik Kil
- Xcaret Park
Isla Mujeres
Isla Mujeres is an island where the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea meet, about 13 kilometres off the Yucatán Peninsula coast in the State of Quintana Roo, Mexico. In the 2010 census, the…
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Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen is a resort city along the Caribbean Sea in the southeastern state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is part of the municipality of Playa del Carmen, and is around 68 kilometers away from Cancun.
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Ik Kil
Ik Kil is a cenote outside Pisté in the Tinúm Municipality, Yucatán, Mexico. It is located in the northern center of the Yucatán Peninsula and is part of the Ik Kil Archeological Park near Chichen Itza.
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Xcaret Park
Xcaret Park is a privately owned and operated theme park, resort and self-described ecotourism development located in the Riviera Maya, a portion of the Caribbean coastline of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It is part of Xcaret…
Wikipedia ↗How much does a trip to Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya cost?
Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €35 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €55 |
| Private room with bathroom | €73 |
| Standard hotel | €114 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €16 | €31 |
| Local transport | €5 | €9 |
| If you cook yourself | €9 | |
| Total per day | €94 | €154 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €37 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €41 |
💶 5 days in Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya: ≈ €548 on a budget or ≈ €848 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
Best time to visit Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya
The most pleasant months are March. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Jan26°22°💧15
Feb27°23°💧11
Mar28°23°💧10
Apr29°24°💧8
May30°25°💧14
Jun30°26°💧19
Jul31°26°💧16
Aug31°26°💧20
Sep31°25°💧22
Oct29°24°💧22
Nov28°23°💧16
Dec27°22°💧14
Frequently asked questions
How much does a trip to Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya cost?
On a budget, about €94 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €154. For 5 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €548 to €848, not counting flights.
When is the best time to visit Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya?
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are March.
How many days do you need in Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya?
We recommend 5 days to see the essentials without rushing.
What are the best things to do in Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya?
The must-sees: Chichen Itza; Isla Mujeres; Playa del Carmen; Ik Kil; Xcaret Park.
Where to stay in Cancún, Tulum & Riviera Maya?
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €73 per night and a hostel bed €35.
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