Mexico Cruises
North Americans need not go far to experience authentic Spanish architecture, open-air markets, delicious food and beautiful beaches. Mexico offers several ports of call not far from home, but quite different in culture and appearance. Book your Mexico cruise now.
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Mexico Cruise Highlights
Travel south to ports like Mazatlan and Acapulco to snorkel, scuba dive, shop, dance and more. Visit the nationally protected Marine Park in Cozumel and the Museo del Cuale in Puerto Vallarta, or snorkel through crystal blue waters in Los Cabos Bay.
Popular Mexico Cruise Ports
Cruisers can travel to Mexico in a number of ways - on Mexican Riviera Cruises, which sail from California and are usually seven nights or longer; on Mexican Baja Cruises, three- or four- night sailings from Southern California; or on Western Caribbean cruises that feature ports in Mexico. Here are three often visited ports in the colorful country:
- Cabo San Lucas: Fun in the sun is the rule in Cabo San Lucas, a resort city known for its beaches, nightlife and water sports. Go scuba diving, sport fishing, or parasailing, or stroll through Puerto Paraiso, the center of Cabo.
- Ensenada: One of Mexico's most popular ports, Ensenada is just 80 miles south of San Diego but offers a true taste of Mexico. Visit the wine country, go horseback riding on the Baja Bandidos Trail, or indulge in culinary treats like fresh oysters and rich wine.
- Costa Maya: This southern coastal city, just north of Belize, is home to ancient Chacchoben Mayan ruins, the Mahahual fishing village, and the Great Mesoamerican Reef. Visitors can also swim with dolphins and kayak through the Bacalar Lagoon.
When is the Best Time to Go to Mexico?
Though Mexico's weather varies by season and region, the country can be visited by ship any time of year. Baja cruises are offered year-round on lines like Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean, while Mexican Riviera cruises are usually offered between October and May. Like the United States, the country's coldest months are between December and February. Most itineraries depart from California - San Diego, Los Angeles, Long Beach, and occasionally San Francisco.
What Cruise Lines Go to Mexico?
Mexico is a popular destination for many cruise lines. Here are a few to explore:
- Carnival Cruise Line: Carnival offers two- to seven-day cruises out of Los Angeles year-round, to ports across Mexico. Sail to ports in the Yucatan, Mazatlan, or Puerto Vallarta, to name a few, and partake in action-packed excursions like zip-lining, parasailing and salsa dancing lessons.
- Princess Cruises: Sail on a Mexican Riviera Cruise with Princess, available from September to May with three- to eight-day itineraries. Princess' first cruise vacation was to Mexico more than 50 years ago, so the line is no stranger to ports like Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Loreto and more. Princess offers weekend getaway cruises, week-long vacations and eight-plus day adventures.
- Norwegian Cruise Line: One of the more modern ships to travel the Mexican Riviera belongs to Norwegian Cruise Line. Its ships go to Ensenada, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo, and depart from Los Angeles. Unique shore excursion opportunities include beachside camel rides and a visit to one of the world's finest tequila factories.
| Month | Number of Cruises | From Price |
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| Jan 2026 | 121 cruises | $214 |
| Feb 2026 | 205 cruises | $175 |
| Mar 2026 | 237 cruises | $169 |
| Apr 2026 | 197 cruises | $174 |
| May 2026 | 143 cruises | $184 |
| Jun 2026 | 127 cruises | $264 |
| Jul 2026 | 125 cruises | $294 |
| Aug 2026 | 136 cruises | $194 |
| Sep 2026 | 121 cruises | $234 |
| Oct 2026 | 179 cruises | $234 |
| Nov 2026 | 223 cruises | $234 |
| Dec 2026 | 251 cruises | $229 |
| Jan 2027 | 255 cruises | $324 |
| Feb 2027 | 209 cruises | $354 |
| Mar 2027 | 222 cruises | $391 |
| Apr 2027 | 191 cruises | $389 |
| May 2027 | 126 cruises | $351 |
| Jun 2027 | 101 cruises | $418 |
| Jul 2027 | 115 cruises | $548 |
| Aug 2027 | 109 cruises | $414 |
| Sep 2027 | 108 cruises | $314 |
| Oct 2027 | 138 cruises | $324 |
| Nov 2027 | 166 cruises | $314 |
| Dec 2027 | 200 cruises | $332 |
| Jan 2028 | 193 cruises | $332 |
| Feb 2028 | 160 cruises | $337 |
| Mar 2028 | 181 cruises | $347 |
| Apr 2028 | 103 cruises | $337 |
| 4 Night Western Caribbean from Tampa Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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4 Nights |
$299per person
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| 7 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$564per person
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| 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Tampa | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$479per person
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| 5 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$309per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$349per person
(double occupancy) |
| 6 Night Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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6 Nights |
$245per person
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| 8 Night Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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Carnival Panorama 58 Sail Dates: 1/17; 1/31; 2/14; 2/28; 3/14; 3/28; 4/11; 4/25; 5/9; 5/23; See More Starting Port: Long Beach, California, United States Ports of Call: Long Beach, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, La Paz, Cabo San Lucas, Long Beach |
8 Nights |
$549per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Mexican Riviera Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Discovery Princess 54 Sail Dates: 10/3; 10/10; 10/17; 10/24; 10/31; 11/7; 11/14; 11/21; 11/28; 12/5; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles |
7 Nights |
$504per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Miami | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$1,009per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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Carnival Dream 50 Sail Dates: 5/24/27; 5/29/27; 6/7/27; 6/12/27; 6/21/27; 6/26/27; 7/5/27; 7/10/27; 7/19/27; 7/24/27; See More Starting Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ports of Call: New Orleans, Cozumel, Progreso, New Orleans |
5 Nights |
$439per person
(double occupancy) |
| 3 Night Ensenada Getaway Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Ovation of the Seas 50 Sail Dates: 4/23/27; 4/30/27; 5/7/27; 5/14/27; 5/21/27; 5/28/27; 6/4/27; 6/11/27; 6/18/27; 6/25/27; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles |
3 Nights |
$412per person
(double occupancy) |
| 4 Night Baja Mexico from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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4 Nights |
$189per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise from Tampa | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$351per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Mexican Riviera Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Norwegian Encore 47 Sail Dates: 10/18; 10/25; 11/1; 11/8; 11/15; 11/22; 11/29; 12/6; 12/13; 12/20; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles |
7 Nights |
$869per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Mexican Riviera Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Navigator of the Seas 45 Sail Dates: 5/28/27; 6/4/27; 6/11/27; 6/18/27; 6/25/27; 7/2/27; 7/9/27; 7/16/27; 7/23/27; 7/30/27; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles |
7 Nights |
$605per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from Tampa Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$309per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$449per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral | Duration | Priced from |
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Norwegian Prima 43 Sail Dates: 1/18; 1/25; 2/1; 2/8; 2/15; 2/22; 3/1; 3/8; 3/15; 3/22; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Great Stirrup Cay, Montego Bay, Georgetown , Cozumel, Port Canaveral |
7 Nights |
$559per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral | Duration | Priced from |
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Norwegian Prima 42 Sail Dates: 1/18; 1/25; 2/1; 2/8; 2/15; 2/22; 3/1; 3/8; 3/15; 3/22; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Great Stirrup Cay, Montego Bay, Georgetown , Cozumel, Port Canaveral |
7 Nights |
$559per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from New Orleans | Duration | Priced from |
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Mariner of the Seas 40 Sail Dates: 11/7; 11/14; 11/21; 11/28; 12/5; 12/12; 1/2/27; 1/9/27; 1/16/27; 1/23/27; See More Starting Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ports of Call: New Orleans, Cozumel, Georgetown , Falmouth, New Orleans |
7 Nights |
$558per person
(double occupancy) |
| 6 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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6 Nights |
$549per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Miami | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$1,009per person
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| 7 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay and Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral | Duration | Priced from |
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Harmony of the Seas 38 Sail Dates: 4/17/27; 4/24/27; 5/1/27; 5/8/27; 5/15/27; 5/22/27; 6/5/27; 6/12/27; 6/19/27; 6/26/27; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Perfect Day at CocoCay Bahamas, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Port Canaveral |
7 Nights |
$843per person
(double occupancy) |
| 4 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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4 Nights |
$394per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$175per person
(double occupancy) |
