What your quote can include
- Round-trip flightsFrom your home airport in the US
- 6 nights at an all-inclusive resortAll-inclusive resort in the Hotel Zone, Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya
- Airport transfersArranged to match your flight times
- Tours & reservationsFor the activities in this plan
- Your day-by-day planPlus a book-ahead checklist
Pick only what you need. Each part is quoted with current prices before anything is booked.
Trip overview
An all-inclusive week with plenty of pool time, plus a handful of the best excursions in the Riviera Maya, paced so nobody gets worn out. When to go: The sweet spot is December through April, when skies are clearest and humidity is lowest. For seasonal details, see our best time to visit Cancún guide.
- Suggested base
- All-inclusive resort in the Hotel Zone, Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya
- Fly into
- Cancún International Airport (CUN)
- Trip style
- All-inclusive & family
Day-by-day itinerary
A sample plan. We adjust the days, pace and activities to fit your trip.
Arrive at your resort
Settle in, find your favorite pool and book any à la carte restaurant reservations early.
- Resort spa and pool afternoon. Book a temazcal (traditional sweat lodge) or a massage, then enjoy the pool. Ideal for an arrival or departure day.
Beach and resort day
Your resort's beach, kids' club or adults-only pool, at your own pace.
- Beach day in the Hotel Zone. Claim a palapa on the sand and swim in the clear Caribbean. Playa Delfines is the famous public beach with the colorful Cancún sign; check the beach flag system before swimming, since some east-facing beaches have strong surf.
Swim with sea turtles
Go with a registered guide at Akumal Bay, then swim in a nearby cenote.
- Swim with sea turtles at Akumal. Green sea turtles graze on the seagrass in Akumal Bay. Go with a registered guide and follow the rules: keep your distance and don't touch or chase the turtles.
- Cenote swimming. Swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear freshwater sinkholes the Yucatán is known for. The cenotes along the Ruta de los Cenotes near Puerto Morelos and the ones around Tulum are easy to combine with other stops. Use biodegradable sunscreen or none at all.
Eco-park day
A full day of underground rivers, lagoons and shows. Great for kids.
- Eco-park day (Xcaret or Xel-Há). Large parks that bundle underground rivers, snorkeling lagoons, wildlife and evening shows. Popular with families who want a full day with everything arranged.
Slow day
Rest in the morning, then an evening stroll and dinner on Quinta Avenida.
- Beach day in the Hotel Zone. Claim a palapa on the sand and swim in the clear Caribbean. Playa Delfines is the famous public beach with the colorful Cancún sign; check the beach flag system before swimming, since some east-facing beaches have strong surf.
- Evening on Quinta Avenida. Stroll Playa del Carmen's pedestrian Fifth Avenue for tacos, street snacks, shops and rooftop bars. Calle 38 and the streets just off the avenue have some of the best local food.
Chichén Itzá (optional)
A long but unforgettable day to the great pyramid. Skip it for another beach day if the kids are tired.
- Chichén Itzá and a cenote. A long but memorable day trip to the UNESCO-listed Mayan city and its pyramid of Kukulcán. Arrive early to beat heat and crowds, and pair it with a swim at a nearby cenote such as Ik Kil.
Departure
A final swim before your transfer.
- Beach day in the Hotel Zone. Claim a palapa on the sand and swim in the clear Caribbean. Playa Delfines is the famous public beach with the colorful Cancún sign; check the beach flag system before swimming, since some east-facing beaches have strong surf.
Choose your comfort level
The same itinerary works at different budgets. Pick the level that fits, and we'll quote it for your dates.
Essential
- A comfortable, well-reviewed 3-star resort
- Economy flights at sensible times
- Shared airport transfers
- The plan's must-do tours, the rest at your own pace
Area to consider: Playa del Carmen
Choose EssentialSignature
- A 4-star resort in a well-located area
- Economy or premium economy, best-timed flights
- Private airport transfers
- Guided tours and reservations for the key days
Area to consider: Hotel Zone (Zona Hotelera)
Choose SignatureLuxury
- A 5-star resort, with room upgrades where available
- Premium cabins where available
- Private transfers and guides
- Spa, dining and special-occasion reservations
Area to consider: Hotel Zone (Zona Hotelera)
Choose LuxuryPrices depend on your dates, departure city and hotel, so we quote each comfort level on request. You can mix and match, for example a Signature hotel with Essential transfers.
Where to stay
Hotel Zone (Zona Hotelera)
A 14-mile strip of resorts between the Caribbean and the Nichupté Lagoon. Closest to the airport, with the classic turquoise beaches, nightlife around Punta Cancún and plenty of family-friendly all-inclusives. North-facing beaches near Playa Langosta and Playa Tortugas have calmer water.
Playa del Carmen
A walkable beach town about 45 minutes south of the airport, centered on pedestrian Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue). Good for travelers who want restaurants and shops outside the resort, and the ferry to Cozumel leaves from here.
Book these ahead
These parts of the trip need reservations or timed tickets that can sell out:
- Resort spa and pool afternoon
Pricing and policies, up front
Your quote shows the total trip price, per person and for your group, with taxes and the mandatory fees we can see included. Anything paid separately, such as some resort fees collected at check-in, local tourist taxes or checked bags on some fares, is listed clearly.
Many hotels, resorts, cruise lines and tour operators offer a deposit with the balance due before departure. Options vary by supplier, and we confirm them before you book.
Policies depend on the supplier and fare. We tell you the exact cancellation deadlines and any fees in writing before you commit.
Fares and rates change until they're booked. Some suppliers let us hold a rate briefly and many airfares can't be held, so we'll tell you what's possible for your trip.
You pay the travel provider directly, and RoamPlanned never takes payment for travel. How booking works.
Similar trips
Prefer a different pace? Try the 5-Day Cancún Itinerary: Beaches, Isla Mujeres & Tulum, read the full Cancún & Riviera Maya travel guide, or build your own Cancún plan.
