Have you ever imagined enjoying a Cirque du Soleil show while enjoying a delicious dinner? Well, Joyà, a unique show by Cirque du Soleil Riviera Maya, offers all of this inside Vidanta, a spectacular hotel in Playa del Carmen.
Many people ask if Cirque de Soleil is in Cancun, the answer is no. Joyá is in Playa del Carmen, in Riviera Maya.
In this post I will tell you a little about the show and provide relevant information so that you can buy your ticket, find out how to get there and all the details to enjoy this wonderful show in the Mexican Caribbean.
So, if you are wondering if Joyà Cirque du Soleil is worth it, read this text until the end and find out everything you need to know to have a great time at Vidanta Resort Riviera Maya.
Joyà Riviera Maya: A gastronomic spectacle
Cirque du Soleil’s Joyà is the Canadian group’s first show outside of the United States. Performed at the Cirque du Soleil Theater at the Vidanta Riviera Maya resort, Joyà is a must-see during your trip to Mexico.
Plus, this is the first Cirque du Soleil show to include a gourmet dinner option along with the performance!
Joyà tells the story of an alchemist and his granddaughter embarking on a fantastic journey to discover the secrets of life. The two will stumble upon a treasure hidden in a mangrove swamp, which will transmit the poetry of love and life to future generations.
Where is Cirque du Soleil Riviera Maya?
The Cirque du Soleil theater, where Joyà is performed, is located in the Vidanta Riviera Maya resort, about 20 minutes from Playa del Carmen and 45 minutes from Cancun. The theater is located within the same resort, on the Cancun-Tulum highway, and there are signs so you can find it without any problem.
How to get from Cancun or Playa del Carmen to the Cirque du Soleil theater?
There are several options to transport you from Cancun to Playa del Carmen to the Cirque du Soleil theater in the Riviera Maya
Cirque du Soleil itself provides a bus that takes you to and from Cancun (Plaza la Isla) or Playa del Carmen (Playacar Center, which is in front of the Royal Hideaway hotel) to the Vidanta Riviera Maya theater.
In my opinion, it is the most comfortable and safe, as you don't have to worry about anything.
My recommendation is to book one of the online packages that includes show tickets, dinner, and transportation. If you wait to buy your tickets in Riviera Maya, you may find prices much higher and you may even be left without tickets during peak season.
On the other hand, if you book online, in addition to being able to pay in reais and even pay in 12 installments, your plan will be complete and you will avoid last-minute rushes.
If you are using the bus or other public transport on your own, it is important that you tell the driver where you want to stop before boarding. You should also keep in mind that the bus will drop you off on the road and you will have to walk to the theatre (it is not very close).
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I don't want to have dinner at the theater, can I go to Joyà?
Yes. The show offers a dinner option, however, it is not mandatory to purchase dinner tickets included in order to enjoy the show.
In addition, there is also the possibility of entry with a glass of champagne, entry with dinner and VIP entry (which includes the best tables in the theater and unlimited champagne until before the show).
For all options, you have the option of purchasing the ticket with or without transportation.
Joyà Riviera Maya Ticket Prices
The price of tickets for the show varies greatly depending on the option chosen. The cheapest option is the one that does not include dinner or transportation.
This is the standard ticket and starts at approximately R$330 per person. Transportation costs around R$80 more per person.
If you want the option of a half bottle of champagne and snacks, the price is approximately R$670 per person (always take into account the extra R$80 if you want to include the transport option).
The option of a full dinner and half a bottle of champagne costs around R$930 per person, without transport.
Finally, there is the VIP option. It includes the best seats in the theater, priority access, a welcome cocktail, dinner and unlimited champagne. The price is R$1.260 per person, without transportation.
Where to buy tickets for Cirque du Soleil Riviera Maya?
Personally, I recommend that you book your tickets in advance. If you wait to buy at the time, you may end up paying more and with less serious companies that could cause problems.
Cirque du Soleil Riviera Maya Schedule
Joyà takes place twice a day: at 18:00 pm and 21:30 pm, from Tuesday to Saturday.
What other services does the Cirque du Soleil theater offer?
Nektar Vidanta
The complex surrounding the Cirque du Soleil theater at the Vidanta Riviera Maya resort includes a show souvenir shop, a bar with relaxing music and NEKTAR, a restaurant where you can dine if you don't have a dinner reservation for the show or if you want to have a drink after the show.
Fun facts about Joyá Playa del Carmen:
- 200 3-course dinners and 1.428 gourmet canapés are served at each show;
- the champagne served is Mercier, produced by Moet & Chandon in France and imported to Mexico exclusively for the show;
- around 200 bottles of champagne are consumed at each show;
- the artists and technicians are from more than 15 countries, including Mexico;
- the music of the show, the voices and the sounds heard by the audience, are completely live;
- some of the artists are Olympic athletes;
- an artist can wear more than 7 different costumes in a single role;
- It is the only Cirque du Soleil show that produces its own costumes;
- the show's drummer, Abraham Buchanan, is originally from Aguascalientes and is present in all roles;
- artist Nobu Ando is the fastest double rope jumper in the world;
Now that you know all the details about Cirque du Soleil Riviera Maya, you have no more excuses for not going to one of the most original shows by the famous Canadian group.
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