Mexican Riviera Cruises

Introduction

The Mexican Riviera is the world’s fourth most popular cruise destination. The resort towns along Mexico’s west coast accommodate many different types of tourist and are positively designed for cruise ships and passengers. Warm weather and fabulous beaches are the main reason many people decide to take a cruse along the Mexican Riviera.

Princess Cruises

‘Princess Cruises’ are the longest running cruise company to the Mexican Riviera. They offer three different packages offering passengers a choice of 4, 7 or 10 day cruises all leaving from Los Angeles, California or San Francisco in the United States. The seven day excursion is aboard the ‘Sapphire Princess’ which has numerous dining, entertainment and activity facilities on board. After departing from America the ship stops at Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas, before heading back to the States. Prices range from $549 per person for an interior room to $1049 per person for a suite.

Holland America Cruises

‘Holland America Cruises’ offer a variety of different cruises to the Mexican Riviera, which ass begin and end in San Diego, California. ‘Holland America Cruises’ offer 6, 7, 10, 11, 14 and 21 day cruises. They also offer an eight day Christmas cruise. The seven day excursion is aboard the MS Oosterdam. After departing from San Diego, the ship travels to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Caba San Lucas before returning to San Diego on the seventh day. Holland America also offer shore excursions and tours whilst moored in the Mexican bays. Prices range from $449 per person for an interior room to $1299 per person for a deluxe veranda suite. Price for a 21 day cruise range from $1199 per person for an interior room to $4999 per person for a deluxe veranda suite.

Crystal Cruises

‘Crystal Cruises’ have numerous different options for customers wishing to take a cruise along the Mexican Riviera. They have several themes for their cruises including mind body and spirit, Riviera discovery, wine and food and sun kissed shores. The cruises vary in price from $2165 for a 7 day vacation to $3580 for a 10 day trip. All of the cruises depart from Los Angeles, California and stops include La Paz, Loreto, Puerto Vallarta, Caba San Lucas, Topolobampo and Mazatlan before returning to Los Angeles.

Carnival Cruises

‘Carnival Cruises’ are a company who specialise in affordable cruises to the Mexican Riviera. Carnival have an optional departure point from either San Diego or Los Angeles. For a seven day trip, prices range from $419 for an interior room to $1429 for a suite; and for a nine day trip, prices range from $509 for an interior room to $1499 for a suite. From departure in California, stops include Caba San Lucas, La Paz, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta before returning to California.

Conclusion

There are numerous companies available on line and in malls that specialise in cruises to the Mexican Riviera. There is a vast range of prices that often reflect the cruise ship and the destinations visited. Many of the companies offer day trip excursions at the stops to enable passengers to get the most out of each place although these are an optional extra and will cost more. Cruises are a fantastic way to visit the Mexican Riviera, and are an affordable holiday option when compared to other destinations worldwide.