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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.

Gita di un giorno a Chichen Itza dalla Riviera Maya
Playa Del Carmen
Gita di un giorno a Chichen Itza dalla Riviera Maya
3.9(82)·12 ore
da$110/ persona
via Viator
Maya Adventure da Cancun Coba e Tulum Ruins con Cenote nuotare
Cancun
Maya Adventure da Cancun Coba e Tulum Ruins con Cenote nuotare
4.9(30)·10 ore
da$189/ persona
via Viator
Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Solo Adulti o Per Famiglie
Cancun
Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Solo Adulti o Per Famiglie
4.6(3,528)·6 ore
da$55/ persona
via Viator
Tour di Chichen Itza, Cenote e Valladolid, dalla Riviera Maya
Playa Del Carmen
Tour di Chichen Itza, Cenote e Valladolid, dalla Riviera Maya
3.7(10)·12 ore
da$39/ persona
via Viator
Tulum Akumal Snorkel Tour e 4 cenotes per piccoli gruppi Tutte le tasse incl
Tulum
Tulum Akumal Snorkel Tour e 4 cenotes per piccoli gruppi Tutte le tasse incl
4.8(29)·6 ore
da$159/ persona
via Viator
Cancun: tour in catamarano 3 in 1 all-inclusive a Isla Mujeres
Cancun
Cancun: tour in catamarano 3 in 1 all-inclusive a Isla Mujeres
4.5(45)·7 ore
da$75/ persona
via Viator
Combo Saver: Chichen Itza e Cenote + Isla Mujeres Catamaran
Cancun
Combo Saver: Chichen Itza e Cenote + Isla Mujeres Catamaran
4.1(13)·48 ore
da$64/ persona
via Viator
Top Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour con Snorkel Open Bar e pranzo a buffet
Riviera Maya And The Yucatan
Top Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour con Snorkel Open Bar e pranzo a buffet
3.9(90)·8 ore
da$37/ persona
via 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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