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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| Dec 2025 | 210 cruises | $240 |
| Jan 2026 | 243 cruises | $159 |
| Feb 2026 | 211 cruises | $194 |
| Mar 2026 | 238 cruises | $229 |
| Apr 2026 | 200 cruises | $269 |
| May 2026 | 146 cruises | $219 |
| Jun 2026 | 127 cruises | $339 |
| Jul 2026 | 129 cruises | $359 |
| Aug 2026 | 141 cruises | $264 |
| Sep 2026 | 126 cruises | $254 |
| Oct 2026 | 186 cruises | $244 |
| Nov 2026 | 231 cruises | $239 |
| Dec 2026 | 259 cruises | $244 |
| Jan 2027 | 264 cruises | $340 |
| Feb 2027 | 215 cruises | $366 |
| Mar 2027 | 232 cruises | $419 |
| Apr 2027 | 189 cruises | $393 |
| May 2027 | 118 cruises | $351 |
| Jun 2027 | 90 cruises | $418 |
| Jul 2027 | 105 cruises | $548 |
| Aug 2027 | 101 cruises | $418 |
| Sep 2027 | 100 cruises | $344 |
| Oct 2027 | 122 cruises | $339 |
| Nov 2027 | 110 cruises | $332 |
| Dec 2027 | 126 cruises | $332 |
| Jan 2028 | 123 cruises | $332 |
| Feb 2028 | 101 cruises | $337 |
| Mar 2028 | 111 cruises | $347 |
| Apr 2028 | 68 cruises | $337 |
| 4 Night Western Caribbean from Tampa Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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4 Nights |
$284per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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Carnival Liberty 75 Sail Dates: 12/28; 1/11/26; 1/18/26; 1/25/26; 2/1/26; 2/8/26; 2/22/26; 3/1/26; 3/8/26; 3/15/26; See More Starting Port: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Ports of Call: New Orleans, Mahogany Bay, Belize City, Cozumel, New Orleans |
7 Nights |
$494per person
(double occupancy) |
| 3 Night Ensenada Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Ovation of the Seas 75 Sail Dates: 9/21/26; 9/28/26; 10/1/26; 10/9/26; 10/16/26; 10/23/26; 10/30/26; 11/6/26; 11/13/26; 11/20/26; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles |
3 Nights |
$325per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$322per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$354per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Tampa | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$351per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Coastal Mexico Holiday Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Navigator of the Seas 62 Sail Dates: 12/22; 1/16/26; 2/6/26; 3/9/26; 3/20/26; 4/10/26; 4/17/26; 4/24/26; 5/8/26; 5/22/26; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles |
7 Nights |
$489per person
(double occupancy) |
| 6 Night Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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Carnival Panorama 62 Sail Dates: 12/14; 12/28; 1/11/26; 1/25/26; 2/8/26; 2/22/26; 3/8/26; 3/22/26; 4/5/26; 4/19/26; See More Starting Port: Long Beach, California, United States Ports of Call: Long Beach, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, Long Beach |
6 Nights |
$229per person
(double occupancy) |
| 8 Night Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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Carnival Panorama 61 Sail Dates: 12/6; 12/20; 1/3/26; 1/17/26; 1/31/26; 2/14/26; 2/28/26; 3/14/26; 3/28/26; 4/11/26; 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 |
$494per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Mexican Riviera Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Discovery Princess 54 Sail Dates: 10/3/26; 10/10/26; 10/17/26; 10/24/26; 10/31/26; 11/7/26; 11/14/26; 11/21/26; 11/28/26; 12/5/26; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles |
7 Nights |
$564per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston | Duration | Priced from |
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Liberty of the Seas 53 Sail Dates: 10/31/26; 11/9/26; 11/14/26; 11/23/26; 11/28/26; 12/7/26; 12/12/26; 12/21/26; 12/26/26; 1/4/27; See More Starting Port: Galveston, Texas, United States Ports of Call: Galveston, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Galveston |
5 Nights |
$480per person
(double occupancy) |
| 4 Night Baja Mexico from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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Carnival Firenze 53 Sail Dates: 12/7; 12/11; 1/4/26; 1/8/26; 1/18/26; 1/22/26; 2/1/26; 2/5/26; 2/15/26; 2/19/26; See More Starting Port: Long Beach, California, United States Ports of Call: Long Beach, Catalina Island, Ensenada, Long Beach |
4 Nights |
$194per 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) |
| 7 Night Western Caribbean Holiday Cruise from Tampa | Duration | Priced from |
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Enchantment of the Seas 49 Sail Dates: 12/20; 12/27; 4/25/26; 5/2/26; 5/9/26; 5/16/26; 5/23/26; 5/30/26; 6/6/26; 6/13/26; See More Starting Port: Tampa, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Tampa, Costa Maya, Belize City, Roatan, Cozumel, Tampa |
7 Nights |
$489per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from Tampa Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$264per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral | Duration | Priced from |
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Norwegian Prima 48 Sail Dates: 12/7; 12/14; 12/21; 12/28; 1/4/26; 1/11/26; 1/18/26; 1/25/26; 2/1/26; 2/8/26; 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 |
$429per person
(double occupancy) |
| 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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5 Nights |
$474per person
(double occupancy) |
| 4 Night Catalina and Ensenada Cruise from Los Angeles | Duration | Priced from |
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Ovation of the Seas 43 Sail Dates: 9/24/26; 10/12/26; 10/19/26; 10/26/26; 11/2/26; 11/9/26; 11/16/26; 11/23/26; 11/30/26; 12/14/26; See More Starting Port: Los Angeles, California, United States Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Catalina Island, Ensenada, Los Angeles |
4 Nights |
$330per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$524per person
(double occupancy) |
| 4 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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4 Nights |
$354per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Western Caribbean and Perfect Day Cruise from Port Canaveral | Duration | Priced from |
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Star of the Seas 40 Sail Dates: 12/7; 12/21; 1/4/26; 1/18/26; 2/1/26; 2/15/26; 3/1/26; 3/15/26; 3/29/26; 4/12/26; See More Starting Port: Port Canaveral, Florida, United States Ports of Call: Port Canaveral, Perfect Day at CocoCay Bahamas, Cozumel, Roatan, Costa Maya, Port Canaveral |
7 Nights |
$1,191per person
(double occupancy) |
| 6 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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6 Nights |
$599per person
(double occupancy) |
| 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: 4/24/27; 5/1/27; 5/8/27; 5/15/27; 5/22/27; 6/5/27; 6/12/27; 6/19/27; 6/26/27; 7/10/27; 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) |
| 5 Night Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles) Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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Carnival Radiance 38 Sail Dates: 12/13; 1/5/26; 1/24/26; 2/2/26; 2/21/26; 3/2/26; 3/21/26; 3/30/26; 4/18/26; 5/14/26; See More Starting Port: Long Beach, California, United States Ports of Call: Long Beach, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, Long Beach |
5 Nights |
$219per person
(double occupancy) |
| 4 Night Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cruise | Duration | Priced from |
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4 Nights |
$319per person
(double occupancy) |
