11-Day Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast
Date
2026-10-04
Duration
11 nights
Departure Port
Vancouver
Canada
Arrival Port
San Diego
United States
Rating
Premium
Theme
—
Date
2026-10-04
Duration
11 nights
Departure Port
Vancouver
Canada
Arrival Port
San Diego
United States
Rating
Premium
Theme
—
Holland America Line
2000
2018
61,396 GT
1,432
716
615
781 m
32 m
23 knots
No
Pressed between the Pacific and the Coast Mountains, Vancouver is the natural gateway to Alaska's Inside Passage — a city where temperate rainforest meets glass towers and where Dungeness crab and wild sockeye salmon define a Pacific Rim cuisine that rivals any in North America. Walk the 22-kilometre Stanley Park seawall, lose yourself in the Granville Island market, then ferry across to Victoria's Edwardian splendour. Alaska cruise season peaks from May through September, making Vancouver an ideal starting point for one of the world's great ocean journeys.
San Diego is a sun-blessed Southern California city of extraordinary beaches, world-class craft beer, and a border-city food culture that produces some of the finest Mexican cuisine in the United States. Must-dos include snorkeling at La Jolla Cove, exploring Balboa Park's seventeen museums and the San Diego Zoo, and tasting fish tacos at a beachside taquería. The climate is excellent year-round, with September–November offering the warmest, clearest days.
Cabo San Lucas is a lively port town at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula, renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant atmosphere. Must-do experiences include exploring the iconic El Arco rock formation and indulging in local delicacies like tacos de pescado and ceviche. The best season to visit is from November to April when the weather is pleasantly warm and ideal for outdoor adventures.
La Paz, capital of Baja California Sur, sits on the Sea of Cortez — Cousteau's "world's aquarium" — where whale sharks, sea lions, and humpback whales inhabit waters of extraordinary biodiversity just minutes from a charming colonial waterfront. Must-do experiences include swimming with whale sharks, snorkeling with sea lions at UNESCO-listed Isla Espíritu Santo, and feasting on ultra-fresh fish tacos and ceviche. November through May offers the most pleasant weather and peak marine wildlife encounters.
Loreto, Mexico, showcases Central America's remarkable fusion of pre-Columbian heritage, colonial architecture, and exuberant tropical nature. Must-do experiences include exploring the surrounding rainforests and sampling the vibrant local cuisine. The most pleasant conditions arrive December through April, during the dry season when skies are clearest and seas are calmest. Cruise lines including Lindblad Expeditions feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
San Diego is a sun-blessed Southern California city of extraordinary beaches, world-class craft beer, and a border-city food culture that produces some of the finest Mexican cuisine in the United States. Must-dos include snorkeling at La Jolla Cove, exploring Balboa Park's seventeen museums and the San Diego Zoo, and tasting fish tacos at a beachside taquería. The climate is excellent year-round, with September–November offering the warmest, clearest days.
Day 1
Pressed between the Pacific and the Coast Mountains, Vancouver is the natural gateway to Alaska's Inside Passage — a city where temperate rainforest meets glass towers and where Dungeness crab and wild sockeye salmon define a Pacific Rim cuisine that rivals any in North America. Walk the 22-kilometre Stanley Park seawall, lose yourself in the Granville Island market, then ferry across to Victoria's Edwardian splendour. Alaska cruise season peaks from May through September, making Vancouver an ideal starting point for one of the world's great ocean journeys.
Day 2
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Day 5
San Diego is a sun-blessed Southern California city of extraordinary beaches, world-class craft beer, and a border-city food culture that produces some of the finest Mexican cuisine in the United States. Must-dos include snorkeling at La Jolla Cove, exploring Balboa Park's seventeen museums and the San Diego Zoo, and tasting fish tacos at a beachside taquería. The climate is excellent year-round, with September–November offering the warmest, clearest days.
Day 6
Day 7
Cabo San Lucas is a lively port town at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula, renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant atmosphere. Must-do experiences include exploring the iconic El Arco rock formation and indulging in local delicacies like tacos de pescado and ceviche. The best season to visit is from November to April when the weather is pleasantly warm and ideal for outdoor adventures.
Day 8
La Paz, capital of Baja California Sur, sits on the Sea of Cortez — Cousteau's "world's aquarium" — where whale sharks, sea lions, and humpback whales inhabit waters of extraordinary biodiversity just minutes from a charming colonial waterfront. Must-do experiences include swimming with whale sharks, snorkeling with sea lions at UNESCO-listed Isla Espíritu Santo, and feasting on ultra-fresh fish tacos and ceviche. November through May offers the most pleasant weather and peak marine wildlife encounters.
Day 9
Loreto, Mexico, showcases Central America's remarkable fusion of pre-Columbian heritage, colonial architecture, and exuberant tropical nature. Must-do experiences include exploring the surrounding rainforests and sampling the vibrant local cuisine. The most pleasant conditions arrive December through April, during the dry season when skies are clearest and seas are calmest. Cruise lines including Lindblad Expeditions feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
Day 10
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Day 12
San Diego is a sun-blessed Southern California city of extraordinary beaches, world-class craft beer, and a border-city food culture that produces some of the finest Mexican cuisine in the United States. Must-dos include snorkeling at La Jolla Cove, exploring Balboa Park's seventeen museums and the San Diego Zoo, and tasting fish tacos at a beachside taquería. The climate is excellent year-round, with September–November offering the warmest, clearest days.
With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area with a mini-bar and refrigerator, and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses plus a separate dressing room. There's also a sofa bed, suitable for two people. The bathroom comes with a full-size whirlpool bath and shower. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Generously proportioned and filled with light, these elegant suites include a living room, dining room, pantry with microwave, refrigerator and mini-bar, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah. The bedroom features a king-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a separate dressing room and the bath includes an oversize whirlpool bath and shower. There's also a sofa bed, suitable for two people, and a guest toilet. Amenities include a private stereo system, use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, private concierge and an array of complimentary services. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
With a teak-lined verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a whirlpool bath and shower, mini-bar and refrigerator. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 140-319 sq. ft.
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 140-319 sq. ft.
These large staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The view is fully obstructed. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 140-319 sq. ft.
These staterooms feature a partial sea view and include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus premium massage shower heads and a variety of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 140-319 sq. ft.
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 182-293 sq. ft.
Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
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