7-Day Ultimate Cancun Itinerary for Two in Late May

Day 1: Arrival and Beach Relaxation

Cancun, Mexico on May 24, 2025

9:00AM

Breakfast at El Café de la Habana

Start your day with a delicious breakfast featuring Cuban coffee and fresh pastries at this cozy spot open from 7:00AM to 12:00PM.
MXN150, 1 hour

10:30AM

Relax at Playa Delfines

Visit Playa Delfines, one of Cancun’s most famous public beaches known for its stunning turquoise waters and scenic views. Free to access and open all day.
MXN0, 3 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Lorenzillo's Seafood Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood dining right by the lagoon; their lobster dishes are a must-try. Open daily from 11:00AM to 10:00PM.
MXN600, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Explore Cancun Hotel Zone

Take a stroll along the Hotel Zone to check out shops, cafes, and stunning beachfront views. Open access all day.
MXN0, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at La Parrilla Cancun

Dine on authentic Mexican dishes with live mariachi music. The restaurant is open until 11:00PM.
MXN400, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Isla Mujeres Excursion

Isla Mujeres, Mexico on May 25, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at your hotel

Fuel up with a quick breakfast before your island trip, with many hotels offering buffet options between 7:00AM and 9:00AM.
Included, 1 hour

9:00AM

Ferry to Isla Mujeres

Catch the Ultramar ferry from Puerto Juarez (tickets about MXN250 per person round trip). Boats run from 6:00AM until 9:00PM, crossing takes about 20 minutes.
MXN500, 30 minutes (including waiting)

10:00AM

Visit Punta Sur and Garrafon Park

Explore the southern tip with scenic cliffs and Mayan ruins, then enjoy snorkeling and zipline activities at Garrafon Park. Garrafon is open from 8:00AM to 6:00PM; entry costs around MXN500.
MXN500, 4 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Mango Cafe

Sample fresh local dishes and tropical drinks at this popular spot on Isla Mujeres, open from 9:00AM to 7:00PM.
MXN300, 1 hour

3:30PM

Beach time at Playa Norte

Relax on one of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico with calm clear water, perfect for swimming and sunbathing. Open all day and free.
MXN0, 2 hours

5:30PM

Return ferry to Cancun

Take the ferry back in the late afternoon to avoid peak crowds.
Included, 30 minutes

7:30PM

Dinner at La Destileria Cancun

Experience authentic Mexican cuisine and tequila tasting in a lively atmosphere. Open until 11:00PM.
MXN450, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Mayan Ruins & Cenote Visit

Tulum & Cenote Region, Mexico on May 26, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy an early breakfast to prepare for a full day trip south to Tulum and nearby cenotes.
Included, 1 hour

8:00AM

Drive or guided tour to Tulum Ruins

Explore the breathtaking cliffside Mayan archaeological site, open from 8:00AM to 5:00PM, with entry around MXN85.
MXN85, 2 hours

10:30AM

Visit Gran Cenote

Swim and snorkel in this pristine freshwater cave cenote near Tulum, open 8:00AM to 5:00PM with entry at MXN350.
MXN350, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Sale e Pepe near Tulum

Enjoy hearty Italian dishes with local ingredients in a relaxed setting. Open from 12:00PM to 10:00PM.
MXN350, 1 hour

2:30PM

Return to Cancun

Drive back to Cancun for the evening.
MXN0, 2 hours

5:00PM

Rest at hotel

Relax after the day trip and prepare for your evening.
MXN0, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Harry’s Prime Steakhouse and Raw Bar

Indulge in premium steaks and seafood with elegant ambiance, open until 11:00PM.
MXN600, 2 hours
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Day 4: Eco Park Adventure

Xcaret Park near Cancun, Mexico on May 27, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Prepare for an active day at Xcaret with a nutritious breakfast, usually available from 7:00AM to 9:00AM.
Included, 1 hour

8:00AM

Full day at Xcaret Park

Experience a natural eco-archaeological park full of wildlife, snorkeling, cultural shows, and underground rivers. The park is open 8:30AM to 10:30PM. Admission is around MXN2200 per person.
MXN4400, 9 hours

5:30PM

Dinner inside Xcaret Park

Enjoy Mexican cuisine while watching cultural performances, with several dining options inside the park open until late.
MXN500, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Downtown Cancun & Market Visit

Cancun, Mexico on May 28, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Nader

Start your day downtown with excellent coffee and fresh baked goods, open from 7:00AM to 3:00PM.
MXN150, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Mercado 28

Explore this bustling market for souvenirs, local crafts, and street food. Open daily from 10:00AM to 7:00PM.
MXN0, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Marakame Café

Enjoy a casual yet modern dining experience with great Mexican fusion dishes, open from 12:00PM to 11:00PM.
MXN300, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Museo Maya de Cancun

Learn about the rich Mayan history at this well-curated museum open from 10:00AM to 5:00PM. Tickets cost about MXN80.
MXN80, 2 hours

4:00PM

Coffee break at Ah Cacao Chocolate Café

Sample local chocolate and relax in a charming café, open until 9:00PM.
MXN150, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at La Habichuela Sunset

Savor Caribbean-inspired dishes in a magical garden setting with sunset views, open until 11:00PM.
MXN450, 1.5 hours
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Day 6: Chichen Itza & Cenote Ik Kil

Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico on May 29, 2025

5:30AM

Early breakfast and departure

Grab an early continental breakfast to start your full-day tour to Chichen Itza, usually served before 6:00AM at your hotel.
Included, 1 hour

6:30AM

Drive or join a guided tour to Chichen Itza

Spend the morning exploring one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The site opens at 8:00AM and entry costs approximately MXN533.
MXN533, 3 hours

11:30AM

Visit Cenote Ik Kil

Cool off at this famous cenote located near Chichen Itza, open 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Entry fee around MXN80.
MXN80, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at nearby restaurant

Enjoy traditional Yucatecan cuisine at a restaurant near the archaeological site, open from 12:00PM to 4:00PM.
MXN350, 1 hour

3:00PM

Return to Cancun

Drive back to your hotel and rest after your long day.
MXN0, 3 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Elefanta Indian Cuisine

Change the pace and enjoy flavorful Indian dishes in downtown Cancun, open until 11:00PM.
MXN350, 1.5 hours
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Day 7: Relax & Final Shopping

Cancun, Mexico on May 30, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at your hotel or local café

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with ocean views or at a nearby café, open from 7:00AM to 11:00AM.
Included or MXN150, 1 hour

9:30AM

Relax at Playa Tortugas

Spend your last morning unwinding at this beautiful beach, less crowded and perfect for swimming. Open all day and free.
MXN0, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at El Fish Fritanga

Casual waterfront restaurant famous for grilled seafood and ceviche. Open 11:00AM to 9:00PM.
MXN300, 1 hour

1:30PM

Shopping at La Isla Shopping Village

Last chance for souvenirs and gifts at this upscale shopping center with stores, restaurants, and entertainment. Open 10:00AM to 10:00PM.
MXN0, 2 hours

4:00PM

Return to hotel and pack

Prepare for your departure the next day.
MXN0, Rest of afternoon

7:00PM

Final dinner at Rosa Negra Cancun

Celebrate your trip with vibrant Latin American cuisine and cocktails, open until 11:00PM.
MXN600, 2 hours
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