Affordable Mexico Travel Plan from Canada: Budget-Friendly Itinerary and Pricing

Day 1: Arrival and settle

Mexico City, Mexico on April 18, 2025

8:00am

Flight from Toronto to Mexico City

Take a direct flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Mexico City International Airport (MEX). Prices typically range from CAD 350 to CAD 600 round trip if booked early.
CAD350-600, 5h0m

2:00pm

Check-in at budget hotel

Stay at a centrally located budget hotel like Hostal Regina for about CAD 40-60 per night, offering comfortable rooms and easy access to city attractions.
CAD40-60, N/A

7:00pm

Dinner at El Huequito

Try authentic tacos al pastor at El Huequito, open until 11pm, where meals cost around CAD 5-8.
CAD5-8, 1h0m
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Day 2: City sightseeing

Mexico City, Mexico on April 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Lalo!

Enjoy a Canadian-favourite breakfast spot serving eggs, pancakes, and excellent coffee, open from 8am to 4pm. Breakfast meals are around CAD 8-12.
CAD8-12, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Zócalo and Metropolitan Cathedral

Explore Mexico City's main square and the historic cathedral nearby. Free entrance, open all day.
CAD0, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Mercado de San Juan

Sample local cuisine including fresh seafood and tropical fruits; budget about CAD 10-15 per person.
CAD10-15, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit National Museum of Anthropology

One of Mexico City's top museums showcasing rich cultural artifacts, open 9am to 7pm. Admission is about CAD 5.
CAD5, 3h0m

5:00pm

Dinner at El Cardenal

Famous for traditional Mexican dishes; expect to pay around CAD 15-25 per meal. Open until 10pm.
CAD15-25, 1.5h
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Day 3: Teotihuacan tour

Mexico City, Mexico on April 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Cafe Nin

Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee before your day trip. Open from 7am to 8pm. Cost around CAD 7-10.
CAD7-10, 1h0m

8:30am

Day trip to Teotihuacan

Visit the ancient city of Teotihuacan, famous for the Pyramid of the Sun and Moon. Admission is about CAD 5, tours range from CAD 30-50 including transport. Open 9am to 5pm.
CAD35-55, 7h0m

5:30pm

Dinner at La Casa de Toño

Taste pozole and other Mexican comfort foods; meals cost roughly CAD 10-15, open until 11pm.
CAD10-15, 1h0m
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Day 4: Travel to Cancun

Cancun, Mexico on April 21, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Grab a quick breakfast included in hotel or nearby cafe options within CAD 5-10.
CAD5-10, 0.5h

9:00am

Flight to Cancun

Book a domestic flight from Mexico City to Cancun, about CAD 80-150 one-way, 2.5-hour flight.
CAD80-150, 2.5h

12:00pm

Check-in at Cancun hotel

Choose an affordable option like Selina Cancun for CAD 40-70 a night, near the beach.
CAD40-70, N/A

2:00pm

Lunch at El Fish Fritanga

Enjoy fresh seafood specialties with meals under CAD 15, open until 6pm.
CAD10-15, 1h0m

4:00pm

Relax on Cancun beaches

Spend the afternoon at Playa Delfines, free access beach known for its beauty, open all day.
CAD0, 3h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at La Parrilla

Try regional Mexican dishes in a festive atmosphere, meals from CAD 15-25, open 7pm-11pm.
CAD15-25, 1.5h
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Day 5: Island day trip

Cancun, Mexico on April 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe Nader

Known for fresh coffee and pastries, open 7am-6pm, breakfast costs approx CAD 7-10.
CAD7-10, 1h

9:30am

Ferry to Isla Mujeres

Short ferry ride from Cancun to Isla Mujeres costing about CAD 10 round trip, boats run from 6am to 8pm.
CAD10, 30m

10:00am

Explore Isla Mujeres

Visit Playa Norte beach and enjoy snorkeling or biking around the island. Rent a bike for CAD 10-15 for the day.
CAD10-15, 5h

3:00pm

Return ferry to Cancun

Head back to Cancun in the afternoon to relax or prepare for evening plans.
CAD0, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at La Habichuela

Enjoy Mexican and Caribbean dishes in a lovely garden setting, around CAD 20-30 per meal, open until 10:30pm.
CAD20-30, 1.5h
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Day 6: Departure day

Cancun, Mexico on April 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Relax with breakfast included or nearby cafés under CAD 10.
CAD5-10, 0.5h

11:00am

Flight back to Canada

Return flight from Cancun to Toronto ranges CAD 350-600 round trip if booked early. Plan a 4-hour total travel window including airport check-in.
CAD350-600, 4h
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