Morning: Fly with Alaska Airlines from Spokane to Cancun and land in the early afternoon. Pick up your reserved Alamo car at the airport and set off on a scenic 2‑hour drive along Highway 307 toward Tulum.
Afternoon: Check in to the beachfront Kore Tulum Retreat & Spa, unwind by the pool, and take a short walk on the white‑sand beach while the kids explore the shallow lagoon.
Evening: Dine at the hotel’s beachfront restaurant, sampling fresh Mexican seafood, and let the children splash safely in the lagoon pool.
Find HotelsMorning: Meet your guide from Selvática Adventure Tours for an adrenaline‑filled ATV ride through the tropical jungle, with a quick swim at Gran Cenote.
Afternoon: Continue the adventure on a zipline circuit high above the canopy, then explore the mysterious Cenote Calavera before heading back to the hotel.
Evening: Relax with a family movie night in the hotel lounge and enjoy a light dinner on the beach under the stars.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart for the iconic Tulum Ruins, perched above the turquoise sea, and take a guided tour to learn about the ancient city.
Afternoon: Drive inland to the sprawling Coba Ruins, where you can climb the ancient Nohoch Mul pyramid for panoramic jungle views.
Evening: Return to Tulum for a casual dinner at a local taquería, tasting authentic Yucatán tacos.
Find HotelsMorning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the terrace, then spend time building sandcastles and swimming in the hotel’s infinity pool.
Afternoon: Take a short snorkel session just off the beach, spotting colorful reef fish and sea turtles.
Evening: Watch a sunset yoga session on the beach, followed by a family‑friendly dinner at the hotel’s rooftop grill.
Find HotelsMorning: Pack up and check out of Kore Tulum Retreat & Spa**, beginning the scenic drive north to Cancun.
Afternoon: Arrive at The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort, check in, and explore the resort’s beachfront pool area.
Evening: Enjoy a beachfront dinner at the resort’s restaurant, with a kids’ menu and live music.
Find HotelsMorning: Board the CANCUN Whale Shark Tours boat for a once‑in‑a‑lifetime swim with gentle giants in the warm Caribbean waters.
Afternoon: Return to the resort for a relaxing lunch, then spend the rest of the day lounging by the pool or strolling the private beach.
Evening: Attend a cultural night show hosted by the resort, featuring traditional Mexican dance and music.
Find HotelsMorning: Take advantage of the resort’s water‑sports center—kayak, paddleboard, or a family beach volleyball game.
Afternoon: Explore nearby La Isla Shopping Village for souvenirs, or enjoy a spa treatment while the kids join the kids‑club activities.
Evening: Celebrate the final night with a beachfront bonfire and a special dessert buffet.
Find HotelsMorning: Have a relaxed breakfast, pack, and check out of the hotel.
Afternoon: Return the Alamo rental car at Cancun Airport and board Alaska Airlines for the flight home.
Evening: Arrive back in Spokane, concluding a memorable family getaway.
Find HotelsIf you’d like to extend the trip, consider adding a day trip to the iconic Chichen Itzá or a snorkeling excursion to the nearby island of Isla Mujeres. To shorten the itinerary, you could skip the zipline adventure on Day 2 or replace the free day in Cancun with a relaxed morning before departure, saving both time and a portion of the activity costs.