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Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & Loreto

Cabo San Lucas · Loreto · Guaymas · Topolobampo · La Paz · Mazatlan · Puerto Vallarta · Manzanillo · Ensenada

Port-heavy Mexican Riviera itinerary. Mexico-focused routing.

13 nights San Diego Mexican Riviera 9 ports 4 sea days
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What this trip feels like

Active, varied and destination-focused

With 9 ports across 13 nights, this trip keeps the focus on time ashore. Expect more destination variety and a busier rhythm, with the ship serving as the link between port days.

Port-forward pace

9 ports in 13 nights

Most days put a destination at the center of the plan.

Broad destination variety

Cabo San Lucas · Loreto · Guaymas + more

Frequent changes of scenery across the itinerary.

Easy logistics

Round-trip from San Diego

No open-jaw flights or separate arrival and departure transfers.

Port experience

Cabo San Lucas · Plan around the tender

Getting ashore usually requires tendering, and cruise traffic can add pressure to your port day.

Best for · Destination-led trips · Active days ashore · Travelers who prefer variety

Think twice if · You want long, uninterrupted stretches of time onboard

Best departures

Best upcoming sailings

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Best overall value
Holland America

Zaandam

San Diego → Cabo San Lucas → Ensenada → San Diego

Apr 4 · 13 nights

About average

$1,399 inside · $108/night

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Itinerary pricing

What this itinerary usually costs

Typical pricing runs around $124/night, with most departures landing in the $108-$136/night band across 1 tracked sailing.

Typical price

$124/night

$1,606 total

Normal range

$108-$136/night

$1,408-$1,762 total

Lowest recent fare

$108/night

$1,399 total

Comparison set

1 sailings

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When should I go?

Not enough departures yet to identify a reliable cheaper season.

Route overview

How this route is built

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13 nights · 9 port calls · 4 sea days · 1 countries

9 port calls across Mexico · More port-intensive than many 13-night alternatives.

  1. 1

    Embark in San Diego

    Embarkation ports can vary by sailing

  2. 2

    Cabo San Lucas

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  3. 3

    Loreto

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  4. 4

    Guaymas

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  5. 5

    Topolobampo

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  6. 6

    La Paz

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  7. 7

    Mazatlan

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  8. 8

    Puerto Vallarta

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  9. 9

    Manzanillo

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  10. 10

    Ensenada

    Mexico · Mexican Riviera

  11. 11

    Disembark in San Diego

    Disembarkation ports can vary by sailing

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FAQ

What’s the best month to sail this itinerary?
It depends on weather and crowd levels. Use the sailing list to compare dates and prioritize port days with comfortable conditions.
Are these sailings all the same route?
They can be close but not identical. Look for differences in port order, arrival times, and sea day placement.
How should I choose between two similar sailings?
Compare: (1) ship, (2) port day timing, (3) number of sea days, (4) price vs cabin value, and (5) flight convenience.