Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Quantum of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
09/22/2026
from
$ 288

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A Mexican Riviera cruise follows the Pacific coast in a sun-drenched atmosphere: you arrive before the sculpted rocks of Cabo San Lucas, continue to the palm trees and Malecón of Puerto Vallarta, then reach Mazatlán's colorful facades and lively squares.
The journey alternates among beaches, marinas, fish tacos, boat trips, historic centers, and Pacific sunsets. It is an easy destination to enjoy during a port call, with highly distinctive ports and a good balance of relaxation, walking, and water activities.
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Mexican Riviera
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Quantum of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
09/22/2026
from
$ 288
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Catalina, Ensenada, Los Angeles



40 other departures
Ovation of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
11/16/2026
from
$ 290
Other departures:
12-19-26 Oct 2026
02-09-23-30 Nov 2026
14 Dec 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, Los Angeles



3 other departures
Voyager of the Seas
7 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
10/16/2026
from
$ 298
Other departures:
30 Oct 2026
09-23 Apr 2027
Itinerary : San Diego, Catalina, Ensenada, San Diego



11 other departures
Serenade of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
San Diego
01/17/2027
from
$ 307
Other departures:
11 Oct 2026
29 Nov 2026
06 Dec 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : San Diego, Catalina, Ensenada, San Diego



1 other departures
Serenade of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
San Diego
02/07/2027
from
$ 307
Other departures:
21 Mar 2027
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



5 other departures
Navigator of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
01/24/2028
from
$ 336
Other departures:
15 Nov 2027
07 Feb 2028
06-27 Mar 2028
Other departures
Itinerary : San Diego, Catalina, Ensenada, San Diego



Serenade of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
San Diego
03/07/2027
from
$ 348
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



1 other departures
Navigator of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
02/28/2028
from
$ 354
Other departures:
10 Jan 2028
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



4 other departures
Ovation of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
11/01/2027
from
$ 357
Other departures:
04-11-18-25 Oct 2027
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Voyager of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
02/15/2027
from
$ 377
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Navigator of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
12/20/2027
from
$ 380
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Catalina, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Navigator of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
12/13/2027
from
$ 398
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Catalina, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Navigator of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
11/29/2027
from
$ 398
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Catalina, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Los Angeles



1 other departures
Voyager of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
10/22/2026
from
$ 399
Other departures:
05 Nov 2026
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles



Ovation of the Seas
6 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
10/04/2026
from
$ 403
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Los Angeles



4 other departures
Voyager of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
11/13/2026
from
$ 408
Other departures:
27 Nov 2026
22 Jan 2027
19 Feb 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Ovation of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
09/27/2027
from
$ 412
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles



Voyager of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
12/11/2026
from
$ 416
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Catalina, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles



Voyager of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
10/08/2026
from
$ 419
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Catalina, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Voyager of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
01/04/2027
from
$ 421
Itinerary : San Diego, La Paz - Pichilingue, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, San Diego



4 other departures
Serenade of the Seas
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
San Diego
10/25/2026
from
$ 429
Other departures:
04 Oct 2026
03 Jan 2027
28 Mar 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Los Angeles



Quantum of the Seas
6 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
09/17/2026
from
$ 445
Itinerary : San Diego, Ensenada, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, San Diego



2 other departures
Serenade of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
San Diego
11/01/2026
from
$ 449
Other departures:
08 Nov 2026
28 Feb 2027
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles



9 other departures
Voyager of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
12/04/2026
from
$ 453
Other departures:
20 Nov 2026
21-28 Dec 2026
08-15 Jan 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, Los Angeles



Norwegian Encore
6 d
Inside Stateroom
Los Angeles
02/08/2028
from
$ 459
| Season | Weather & swimming | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
February - April | The best compromise: often-dry weather, moderate heat, a pleasant sea, and ports that are easy to explore. | Probably the most comfortable time to combine Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlán, especially if you want to alternate sightseeing, beaches, and time onboard. |
May - June | Warmer but still appealing. The atmosphere may be quieter, depending on departures, while the heat becomes more noticeable in the cities. | Worth considering if you want a less crowded Mexican Riviera. Plan sightseeing early and leave time for the beaches or ship. |
July - October Hot, humid, and more variable. Expect intense heat, higher humidity, and greater weather-related risk along Mexico's Pacific coast. Possible depending on the itinerary, but less ideal for long port calls. Focus on water activities, mornings, and flexible plans. | ||
November - January | Mild and very pleasant. Comfortable temperatures, a busy cruise season, and good conditions for walking and enjoying the beaches. | An excellent time for a first Mexican Riviera cruise, with a good balance of sunshine, city stops, and boat trips. |
The Mexican Riviera works especially well as a cruise destination because each port has a clear identity. Cabo focuses on its natural setting, Puerto Vallarta on its promenade and seaside atmosphere, Mazatlán on its historic center, and Ensenada on the more food-focused, relaxed side of Baja California.

In Cabo San Lucas
El Arco remains the destination's great visual landmark, best discovered by boat from the marina.

In Puerto Vallarta
Los Arcos offers a rewarding natural complement for snorkeling, boat trips, and views of the bay.

In Ensenada
La Bufadora makes for a focused, dramatic excursion to a Baja California marine blowhole.

In Puerto Vallarta
The Malecón, Zona Romántica, and Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe create a pleasant port call that is easy to explore on foot.

In Mazatlán
Centro Histórico, Plaza Machado, and the cathedral add genuine cultural depth to the journey.

In Ensenada
The waterfront and fish-taco spots let you enjoy an easy port call at a pleasant pace.

In Cabo San Lucas
The view of El Arco from the sea captures the Mexican Riviera's most recognizable image.

In Mazatlán
El Faro offers one of the coast's finest views, encompassing the city, port, islands, and Pacific.

In Puerto Vallarta
Sunset from the Malecón or Playa Los Muertos makes a highly photogenic end to the port call.
Approach El Arco by boat from Cabo Marina
Cabo San Lucas often stands out as the most visually spectacular stop. Travelers enjoy the boat ride to El Arco, the sea lions, nearby beaches, and the feeling of moving within minutes from the lively marina to a striking rocky landscape.
Walk on the Malecón de Puerto Vallarta to the Zona Romántica
Puerto Vallarta appeals for its balance of waterfront scenery, a lively city, and an easy-to-experience Mexican atmosphere. Travelers remember the Malecón's sculptures, bay views, the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the lanes of the Zona Romántica, and leisurely food stops on a terrace.
Discover Mazatlán, from Plaza Machado and pulmonías to the Pacific
Mazatlán brings a more cultural tone to the itinerary. Travelers enjoy Centro Histórico, colorful facades, Plaza Machado, pulmonía rides, and the long Malecón, which conveys a true sense of a Mexican city facing the sea.
Eat fish tacos near the Cabo marina
In Cabo, travelers who venture beyond the most conventional excursions often enjoy an unpretentious stop for fish tacos. It is a more local way to experience the port, between returning from the water, small casual eateries, and the marina's lively atmosphere.
Stroll through Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romántica for ceviche on a patio
In Puerto Vallarta, the Zona Romántica is often praised for feeling livelier and less impersonal than the hotel districts. Travelers find walkable streets, terraces, small ceviche or taco spots, and a natural continuation toward Playa Los Muertos.
Climb to El Faro before heading back to Mazatlán's historic center
In Mazatlán, El Faro offers a very different perspective on the city. After the climb, travelers enjoy views of the port, islands, Pacific, and Malecón before returning to the more urban colors of Plaza Machado and Centro Histórico.
A cruise to the Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya or Mexican Riviera combines all the criteria for an exotic sea voyage. Fine sandy beaches lined with turquoise water, one of the world's largest coral reefs, and age-old relics of the Mayan era await you on your cruise along the Riviera Maya. The Riviera Maya is located on the Mexican coast bordering the Caribbean Sea. It stretches from the fishing village of Puerto Morelos to the Sian Ka'an reserve, classified by UNESCO as one of the world's biosphere reserves. This vast territory, created in 1998 by the State of Quintana Roo, the Circonscription de Solidaridad and the region's tourism operators, is Mexico's leading tourist destination. It owes its success to its masterful blend of ecotourism and luxury tourism. In addition to its exuberant natural beauty, this Mexican cruise destination boasts a rich historical heritage. The region is home to 5,000 archaeological sites that recall the past of the Mayan people. The Mexican Riviera also boasts Cancún, an ancient Mayan territory converted into a fashionable resort in the 1970s, to the extent that beaches such as Playa Linda and Tortugas have stolen the spotlight from archaeological museums.
A cruise to the ancient land of the Mayas
Surrounded to the north by Cancún and to the south by Punta Allen, the Riviera Maya boasts a vast expanse of beaches. But if the seaside is magnificent, especially due to the presence of the famous coral reef where sea turtles and multicolored fish abound, the main attraction of the region is the heritage left by the Mayas. Take advantage of your stopovers to discover the Mayan pyramids of Coba. Don't hesitate to climb the few hundred steps to the top of the Yucatan temple. It's well worth the effort, because at the end of your ascent, you'll be rewarded with a panoramic view of the other surrounding ruins and the lush jungle that surrounds them. And don't miss a visit to Chichén Itzá, one of the new wonders of the world. Even though vacationers and souvenir vendors are plentiful, the place still retains its authentic charm. Its landmark monument, El Castillon, and its observatory, El Caracol, bear witness to the Mayans' advanced knowledge of mathematics, astronomy and astrology.
Amusement parks are also numerous along the Mexican Riviera, but the most exceptional is undoubtedly Xel-Ha, a natural aquarium made from a mixture of freshwater and Caribbean seawater, where various species of manatees, rays and turtles form a charming ballet. You can admire them or dive into the caves to try your hand at underwater caving among the multicolored fish. If you're a thrill-seeker, take advantage of your stopover to ride a cable bike and pedal through the trees. Playa del Carmen, the Mexican Riviera's main beach, is another stopover on a Mexican Riviera cruise.
A Mexican Riviera cruise also takes in Cabo San Lucas and its eroded cliffs. On El Medano beach, the ocean currents created by the junction of the Sea of Cortes and the Pacific Ocean create high waves that are a surfer's delight. The beaches of Cabo San Lucas are magnificent, but the town itself is not lacking in interest either, with its picturesque buildings in shimmering colors and its traditional restaurants and cafés.
When to cruise the Mexican Riviera?
Mexico enjoys a warm, humid climate all year round, but it's best to avoid the rainy season because of the risk of torrential downpours, which can sometimes spoil stopovers. Generally speaking, the ideal time to cruise the Mexican Riviera depends essentially on what you want to see during your stopovers in Mexican cities. If you want to make the most of the scenic beauty and, above all, the numerous bathing spots along the Mexican coast, plan your cruise between November and April. In this season, the heat is less intense, rainfall is lower and water temperatures are pleasant. If rain doesn't frighten you, and if you don't want to miss any of the festivals for which Mexico is famous, It's best to plan your cruise for September or October. September is Fatherland Day, and the Feast of the Dead takes place towards the end of October.