The Xcaret Mexico Route

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Heather Ruggles

Ruggles & Routes Travel Co

Overview

Adventure • Indulgence • Culture • All-Inclusive

Welcome to The Xcaret Mexico Route

This is Mexico, but not the typical all-inclusive version.

Xcaret combines the beauty of the Riviera Maya with incredible dining, natural rivers and cenotes, immersive Mexican culture and some of the region’s most unforgettable adventures. Choose Hotel Xcaret México for a vibrant experience designed for all ages, or Hotel Xcaret Arte for a more sophisticated, adults-focused escape.

Either way, this is a vacation that can be as adventurous or as indulgent as you want it to be.

One day might have you soaring above the jungle on a zip line, swimming through underground rivers or discovering hidden cenotes. The next might mean a slow morning, a beautiful lunch, cocktails by the water and absolutely nowhere you need to be.

That freedom is what makes Xcaret so special.

I’ve designed this five-night sample Route to show you just how much is possible without turning your vacation into a checklist. You’ll experience some of Xcaret’s signature adventures while still leaving room for incredible meals, resort time and those wonderfully unplanned moments that often become the best part of a trip.

Adventure when you want it. Luxury when you don’t. And so much of it is already included.

THIS ROUTE IS PERFECT FOR:

Couples who want more than a traditional beach getaway
Friends looking for equal parts adventure, great food and downtime
Families with kids or teens ready for a vacation everyone can enjoy
Celebrations from birthdays and anniversaries to milestone getaways

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Trip Details

Xcaret Mexico

Set along Mexico's Riviera Maya, Xcaret brings together luxury accommodations, incredible dining, natural rivers and coves, immersive Mexican culture and an extraordinary collection of parks and adventures. It's a completely different take on the ...

So much is already included...

One of the best things about Xcaret is how easy it is to say yes once you're there. Your stay includes much more than your room and meals. You'll have access to an incredible collection of parks, adventures and resort experiences, making this one ...

Pricing

Hotel Xcaret Starting at $2,000 per person Hotel Xcaret Arte Starting at $3,000 per person Low deposits + flexible payment plans available Your stay includes luxury accommodations, all-inclusive dining and beverages, access to Xcaret parks and sel...

Day 1 · Riviera Maya/Xcaret Resort, Mexico

✈️ Travel to Cancun Mexico

Roundtrip shared shuttle service to/from the Cancun Airport to/from Xcaret Hotel included.

Choose Your Xcaret Experience

One destination, two incredible ways to experience it. Both Hotel Xcaret México and Hotel Xcaret Arte pair a beautiful resort stay with Xcaret’s signature All-Fun Inclusive concept, giving you access to many of the Riviera Maya’s most memorable pa...

Hotel Xcaret Mexico | Family Friendly

Carretera Chetumal - Puerto Juárez, Kilómetro 282, Solidaridad, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Hotel Xcaret México turns the traditional all-inclusive vacation into something much bigger. Here, the resort, dining, culture and adventures throughout the Riviera Maya all become part of the experience. The property is woven into its natural sur...

Hotel Xcaret Arte | Adults Only

Carretera Chetumal - Puerto Juárez, Kilómetro 282, Solidaridad, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico

A sophisticated, adults-focused resort where Mexican culture, incredible cuisine and adventure are all part of the experience. Hotel Xcaret Arte is much more than an all-inclusive resort. Beautiful architecture, natural rivers and coves, rooftop p...

Welcome to Xcaret | Settle In & Start Exploring

Welcome to Xcaret! After check-in, drop your bags, change into something comfortable and start exploring. Whichever resort you choose, your first afternoon is intentionally left open to discover everything right outside your door. Wander the prope...

Xcaret Ferry

Discover the spectacular beauty of Isla Mujeres from Cancun or Cozumel from Playa del Carmen sailing aboard modern boats. Your ferry ticket and round-trip transportation to the pier are included.

Day 2 · Riviera Maya/Xcaret Resort, Mexico

Xplor | Zip Lines, Caves & Jungle Adventure

Today is all about adventure! Head to Xplor for a full day of zip lines, underground rivers, caves and jungle trails. Fly above the treetops on Xplor's famous zip-line circuits, climb aboard an amphibious vehicle and drive through the jungle and u...

Evening Back at the Resort | Recharge & Unwind

Back at the Resort | Recharge & Unwind You'll come back from Xplor happily worn out, so tonight is about good food and no agenda. Chibali is a beautiful choice after an active day, with hearty regional dishes and a welcoming feel that suits the wh...

Xplor Fuego | Optional Evening Adventure (No Reservations Required)

Still have some adventure left in you? Xplor takes on an entirely different personality after dark. At Xplor Fuego, the jungle comes alive by torchlight as you soar through the night on zip lines, drive amphibious vehicles through jungle trails an...

Day 3 · Riviera Maya/Xcaret Resort, Mexico

Xel-Há | Snorkel, Float, Climb & Splash

Get ready for a full day in the water at Xel-Há, one of the Riviera Maya's most beautiful natural playgrounds. Spend the day snorkeling through the enormous natural inlet, floating along the river, biking the jungle paths and exploring hidden corn...

Xel-Há Total: The Upgraded Admission

Everything the all-inclusive day already includes... unlimited snorkeling in the natural inlet, the river float, the lighthouse climb and slide, jungle trails, hammocks, and open bar with buffet dining... plus one premium activity of your choice. ...

An Evening to Slow Down

After a full day of sun and water at Xel-Há, tonight calls for something a little more special. Clean up, dress for dinner and settle into one of Xcaret's beautiful restaurants. Xin-Gao offers an Asian-inspired menu and a sophisticated change of p...

Day 4 · Riviera Maya/Xcaret Resort, Mexico

Xenotes

Today takes you away from the traditional parks and into the heart of the Mayan jungle for one of the most unique experiences of the trip. The Xenotes tour visits four private cenotes, each completely different from the next. Swim through brillian...

Celebrate the Day

Today was one of the most memorable of the trip, so let's make dinner feel like a celebration. Teatro del Río pairs dinner with atmosphere right along the water, a lovely way to relive the day's adventures together. For a more laid-back night, Res...

Day 5 · Riviera Maya/Xcaret Resort, Mexico

Xcaret | Underground Rivers + México Espectacular

Save one of Xcaret's biggest experiences for your final full day. There is so much to see here that you don't need to try to do everything. Choose what sounds fun and make the day your own. Swim through Xcaret's incredible underground rivers, wand...

The Perfect Finale | Dinner & México Espectacular

You've saved one of Xcaret's biggest experiences for last, and the evening deserves the same energy. Before the show, enjoy a standout dinner at one of the resort's signature venues. La Trajinera is a beautiful choice for your final full night, el...

Day 6 · ✈️ Travel Home

One Last Splash | Enjoy Xcaret Before Heading Home

No rushing today. Sleep in, enjoy a leisurely breakfast and spend your final hours soaking up everything you love about Hotel Xcaret Mexico. Head back to a favorite pool, float in the river, grab a kayak or paddleboard, find a spot by the water or...

However You Like to Vacation

Spend the afternoon exploring, claim a favorite spot by the water, book some time at the spa, meet for cocktails before dinner or simply disappear into a hammock for a while. Xcaret gives everyone the freedom to vacation a little differently — wit...

Ready to Join the Route?

You've seen what five nights at Xcaret could look like. Now let's make it yours. Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a trip with friends, a family adventure or a celebration worth traveling for, your Route will be designed around you. We'll...