Cruises operate year-round (see my note on hurricanes on my when to go page). Most ships sail roundtrip out of Los Angeles or San Diego. Cruise lines:

Mexican Riviera
cruise lines by category

Click blue links below to go directly to a cruise line's website to book or for rates, schedules and other information.

Luxury

Crystal Cruises

Upmarket

Holland America Line

Mainstream

Carnival Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line
Princess Cruises
Royal Caribbean International

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Mexican cruise
insights

Geography

The Mexican Riviera runs about 1,500 kilometers (1000 miles) along Mexico's west coast from Cabo San Lucas to Acapulco.

Cruise length

Short cruises last 3 to 5 days (Ensenada and Cabo San Lucas in Baja California are the only two Mexican ports visited). Long cruises last 7 to 11 days. Generally, the longer the cruise, the more ports of call.

Something for everyone

Mexican Riviera cruises are popular because they provide travelers with a wide assortment of to do and see on land. There's bound to be something you enjoy:

 

Attractions include

Aqua-blue seas Cliff diving Cultural events Ethnic restaurants Folkloric dances Historic colonial towns Mariachi bands Colonial-era cathedrals Open-air markets Sleepy villages Swimming with dolphins Tropical beaches Whale watching

 

Activities include

Bar hopping Beach lazing Shopping Deep-sea fishing Golfing Horseback riding Kayaking Parasailing Sipping margaritas Snorkeling Tennis Ziplining

 

 

Candidl advice
Top 4 Mexican Riviera ports
Mexican Riviera - Best time to go
Mexican Riviera - More helpful info

 

Mexico Tourism Board

 

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