Princess Cruises has unveiled 13 new shore excursions in Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Manzanillo, Mazatlán, and Puerto Vallarta. Among the new activities—including dining and beverage, nature and wildlife, adventure, culture, and history—is an exclusive Princess experience in Cabo San Lucas: the Todos Santos Wine Experience , available only to Princess guests until January 2026.
Princess Cruises began sailing to the Mexican Riviera in 1965 aboard the Princess Patricia. Today, it continues to expand its offerings with 31 sailings scheduled for the 2025/2026 season. The itineraries, ranging from seven to 14 days, will depart from Los Angeles and San Francisco aboard the Emerald Princess, Royal Princess, and Ruby Princess.
“Mexico remains one of our most beloved destinations, and we continue to enhance our shore excursions to help guests connect more deeply with its vibrant culture,” said Alfredo Jiménez, Vice President of Onboard Revenue for Princess Cruises. “These 13 new experiences invite travelers to savor authentic cuisine, discover local art, explore breathtaking natural landscapes, and immerse themselves in the rich history that makes Mexico a truly unique place.”.
Princess is offering a limited-time promotion on shore excursions, with savings of up to 20% on select tours booked from September 10-16, 2025, including trips to Mexico through April 2026.
New excursions available for booking by guests with scheduled trips to Mexico include:
Cabo San Lucas
-
Exclusive to Princess! Todos Santos Wine Experience: Visit Las Tinajas Vineyard, the first in Todos Santos, with a guided tour of the vineyard and production areas led by an expert winemaker. Includes a tasting of white, rosé, and red wines paired with artisanal bruschetta. On the return trip, visit the historic center of Todos Santos, passing by the Mission of Our Lady of the Pillar and the famous Hotel California.
-
Glass-Bottom Boat Adventure – Marine Wonders, Land's End, and Los Arcos: A glass-bottom boat tour to explore El Arco, the sea lion colony, and marine life (colorful fish, coral, turtles, and manta rays). Includes sailing past Pelican Rock, Lover's Beach (Sea of Cortez), and Divorce Beach (Pacific Ocean), with onboard refreshments.
-
The best of Baja: a cultural tour of Todos Santos including the Santa Rosa de las Palmas Mission (18th century), a visit to Velvet Pearl Farm & Gallery to learn about pearl farming, a stop at the Hotel California with tequila tasting, and lunch at Cerritos Beach.
La Paz
-
Dream Getaway to Playa Baja: A relaxing day at El Caimancito Beach, with its white sand and turquoise waters. Access to a beachfront boutique hotel, with options to sunbathe, swim, or unwind. Includes cold domestic beers and snacks at the beach bar.
-
Ocean Wonders and Scallop Experience: Join a local family and learn about the sustainable harvesting of this mollusk native to the Sea of Cortez. Includes a boat trip, snorkeling option, fresh ceviche at El Mogote Beach, and a panoramic tour of La Paz before returning.
Manzanillo
-
Tropical Fruit Plantation and Barra de Navidad: Journey to Jalisco overlooking Santiago Bay, visit a banana plantation, and tour the town of Barra de Navidad (cobblestone streets, artisan shops, and the Church of Christ of the Fallen Arms). End with a boat ride on San Francisco Lagoon and a visit to the resort on Navidad Island with refreshments.
-
Cuyutlán Turtle Sanctuary and Salt Museum: Includes a tour of the Salt Museum, located in a century-old warehouse, and a visit to the Tortugario Ecological Center, the largest turtle sanctuary in Mexico. The tour concludes with refreshments before the return trip.
Mazatlán
-
A day at Shekinah Beach Club with lunch: access to an exclusive beachfront club with an infinity pool, private cabanas, a temazcal sauna, and activities like volleyball. Includes margaritas, piña coladas, and lunch by the sea.
-
Traditional Taco Festival: a gastronomic experience in a hacienda-style house in the Historic Center, where you learn about tortillas and tamales, prepare tacos with different stews and sauces, and enjoy folk music before walking towards Plaza Machado.
-
Tram tour of old Mazatlán: open-air tour of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Malecón, the Changueras market and panoramic views from the Cerro del Vigía overlooking the Lighthouse.
-
Horseback riding adventure at Playa Cerritos: 90-minute horseback ride from Rancho Ecuestre Pacífico along scenic trails to Playa Cerritos, with spectacular views of the Pacific.
Puerto Vallarta
-
Authentic Mexico and chocolate experience: visit to Pitillal (plaza, church and local vendors), tour to a family cocoa and coffee farm for tasting of fresh coffee, chocolate making process, artisanal chocolates and tequila tasting.
-
Experience Marina Vallarta and the art of piñata making: a hands-on workshop with local artisans to create piñatas, with welcome drinks (mimosas for adults and lemonade for children). Includes a visit to Marina Vallarta and a taco snack at the end.
Follow cruise news at Cruisesnews.es
