Princess Cruises Unveils Exciting New Mexican Riviera Shore Excursions for 2025–2026

Princess Cruises is set to make cruising to Mexico even more memorable, launching 13 all-new shore excursions for the 2025–2026 season right across Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Manzanillo, Mazatlán, and Puerto Vallarta. Celebrating 60 years of exploring the Mexican Riviera, Princess Cruises continues to raise the bar for unique, immersive experiences—this time with a fresh line-up featuring food and wine adventures, wildlife encounters, cultural discoveries, and action-packed outings.

Exclusive Cabo Wine Adventure & Limited-Time Offer

Cruisers aboard Princess Cruises can be among the first to join the Todos Santos Wine Experience in Cabo San Lucas, exclusively available to Princess guests until January 2026. This signature excursion invites guests to Viñedo Las Tinajas—Todos Santos’ first winery—for expert-led tastings paired with local bruschetta, followed by a wander through the artsy streets and historic highlights of downtown Todos Santos, including the legendary Hotel California.

To celebrate the launch, Princess Cruises is offering a special 20% discount on select shore excursions booked by 16 September, including upcoming Mexico departures through April 2026.

Cabo, La Paz & Manzanillo: New Ways to Explore

The new menu of shore tours is packed with diverse ways to experience the best of Mexico:

• Transparent Boat Adventure: Marvel at marine life and striking rock formations, including Land’s End and Los Arcos, from a glass-bottom boat.
• The Best of Baja: Journey through desert landscapes, visit pearl farms, enjoy a tequila tasting, and finish with authentic Mexican cuisine.
• Daydream in Baja Beach Escape (La Paz): Relax with an exclusive beach day, cold drinks, and turquoise waters at a boutique coastal hotel.
• Baja Ocean Wonders & Scalloping Experience: Learn time-honoured scallop harvesting, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, then savour fresh ceviche on the sand.
• Tropical Fruit Plantation & Barra de Navidad (Manzanillo): Delve into rural Jalisco—visit banana plantations, explore villages, and soak up stunning coastline vistas.
• Cuyutlán Turtle Sanctuary and Salt Museum: Support sea turtle conservation, learn local traditions, and discover Manzanillo’s unique heritage.

Mazatlán & Puerto Vallarta: Culture, Cuisine, and Adventure

Princess Cruises guests can choose from creative excursions tailored to every interest:

• Mazatlán Heritage Taco Fiesta: Indulge in traditional corn creations, handmade tacos, and folkloric music in Centro Histórico.
• Old Mazatlán Trolley Tour: See colonial landmarks and market scenes from an open-air trolley through Old Town and along the Malecón.
• Horseback Riding at Cerritos Beach: Discover the Pacific coast on horseback, enjoying rolling surf and scenic trails.
• Real Mexico & Chocolate Experience (Puerto Vallarta): Experience daily life in Pitillal, tour a cacao and coffee plantation, taste hand-crafted chocolate, and sample local tequila.
• Marina Vallarta & Piñata Art Experience: Create your own piñata in a festive workshop, complete with local snacks and live demonstrations.

More Ways to Sail the Mexican Riviera

With 31 departures scheduled for the 2025–2026 season—including sailings from Los Angeles and San Francisco aboard Emerald Princess, Royal Princess, and Ruby Princess—Princess Cruises is making it easier than ever to explore Mexico’s vibrant coastline in depth, whether on a short getaway or a two-week odyssey.

For those ready to plan a sun-soaked escape, more details about these cruises and excursions can be found at Princess Cruises.