Cancún trip cost estimate
A Caribbean resort destination with beaches, reefs, nightlife, and access to cenotes and Maya archaeological sites.
Daily budget baseline: $110 USD. Beach resort escapes
Top attractions
- 1. Hotel Zone Beaches — Turquoise water and long sand stretches.
- 2. Isla Mujeres — Ferry day trip for snorkeling and beach clubs.
- 3. Chichen Itza — Major Maya ruins reachable as a long day trip.
- 4. Cenotes — Freshwater sinkholes for swimming and cooling off.
- 5. Puerto Morelos / reef snorkel — Easier reef access than the busiest beaches.
Must-try dishes
- Cochinita pibil tacos — Slow-roasted citrus pork tacos. (avg $3.00)
- Ceviche — Citrus-cured seafood with onion and chili. (avg $10.00)