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Playa del Carmen in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days around Playa del Carmen balances ruins, cenotes and eco-parks. Here is how to spend three perfect days on the Riviera Maya — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Chichen Itza
  2. 2Day 2: Tulum & cenote
  3. 3Day 3: Eco-park
  4. 4Ruins, cenotes & fun

Day 1: Chichen Itza

The wonder of the world and a cenote.

Day 2: Tulum & Akumal

Clifftop ruins and sea turtles.

Day 3: eco-park

Spend a day at Xcaret, Xel-Há or Xplor.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Playa del Carmen — prices per person.

Chichen Itza von Tulum mit Cenote, Valladolid und Maya-Küche
Tulum
Chichen Itza von Tulum mit Cenote, Valladolid und Maya-Küche
4.9(371)·13 Stunden
ab$29/ Person
über Viator
Private Tulum-Ruinen, Schildkröten in Akumal und Cenote Adventure
Playa Del Carmen
Private Tulum-Ruinen, Schildkröten in Akumal und Cenote Adventure
4.9(724)·7 Stunden
ab$375/ Person
über Viator
From Cancun to Isla Mujeres Luxury FERRY by Xcaret
Cancun
From Cancun to Isla Mujeres Luxury FERRY by Xcaret
4.7(194)·30 Min
ab$21/ Person
über Viator
All-Inclusive Isla Mujeres Catamaran with Free Transportation
Cancun
All-Inclusive Isla Mujeres Catamaran with Free Transportation
4.9(372)·7 Stunden
ab$119/ Person
über Viator
Chichen Itza mit exklusiver Cenote Maya und Valladolid Freizeit
Tulum
Chichen Itza mit exklusiver Cenote Maya und Valladolid Freizeit
4.9(211)·10 Stunden
ab$140/ Person
über Viator
Ruinen von Tulum schwimmen mit Schildkröten in Akumal und Cenote
Playa Del Carmen
Ruinen von Tulum schwimmen mit Schildkröten in Akumal und Cenote
4.8(12)·10 Stunden
ab$125/ Person
über Viator
2 Day Combo Tour, Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Xplor and Chichen Itza Option
Cancun
2 Day Combo Tour, Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Xplor and Chichen Itza Option
4.5(327)·12 Stunden
ab$280/ Person
über Viator
Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club
Playa Del Carmen
Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club
4.8(526)·3 Stunden
ab$85/ Person
über Viator

Playa del Carmen in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for the Riviera Maya?
Three days is ideal — Chichen Itza on day one, Tulum and a cenote on day two, and an eco-park like Xcaret on day three, covering ruins, cenotes and family fun from Playa del Carmen.
What is the best day trip from Playa del Carmen for 3 days?
Chichen Itza is the most iconic, Tulum the most scenic, and the eco-parks the most fun for families; all are rewarding.
How do I plan a 3-day Playa del Carmen itinerary?
Spend day one at Chichen Itza, day two at Tulum and a cenote, and day three at an eco-park, booking the popular tours ahead.

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