California and Mexican Riviera

Day 1

Transatlantic flight from your chosen UK airport to San Francisco. Individual transfer to your overnight hotel.
This city is synonymous with great sightseeing and you will have a great time whether it’s during the day or at night. In this great multi-national city there is an assortment of sightseeing options ranging from various museums, restaurants, shopping and more.

Day 2

Enjoy a multitude of activities in the morning before your early afternoon embarkation. Sailing is scheduled for 4.00pm.

Day 3-4

At Sea.

Day 5

Mazatlan Arrive 1.00pm – Depart 7.00pm
Mazatlan, one of the most important ports on the Pacific coast, is located in the southern region of the state of Sinaloa, 131 mi southeast of state capital Culiacan. Known as the Pearl of the Pacific this destination combines traditional architecture in its Historic Centre, known as Old Mazatlan, with modern hotels and restaurants in the Zona Dorada, In Old Mazatlan, you can visit la Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepcion (The Cathedral of Immaculate Conception) and walk down beautiful streets lined with 19th-century constructions.

Day 6

At Sea.

Day 7-8

Acapulco - Arrive 8.00am; overnight - Depart 12.30am
This stop will give you an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of Acapulco. Stop at El Mirador, above La Quebrada, to enjoy a snack and drink while admiring the world-famous cliff divers. Marvel at the incredible beauty of the panoramic landscape and the bays of Acapulco and Puerto Marques. Continue to the outskirts of town and pass by one of two impressive hotels in the Acapulco Diamante hotel zone, the Acapulco Princess Hotel, constructed to resemble an Aztec Pyramid, or the Mayan Palace Hotel, built to resemble a Mayan Temple.

Day 9

Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa Arrive 08.00am - Depart 2.00pm
See why this city is famed for its culture and history. Explore the local fish market, the town’s commercial hub and then to the town square to the church where your guide will impart its rich history. Cool off with a Popsicle, visit the museum and shop.

Day 10

Puerto Vallarta Arrive 0900am - Depart 5.00pm
Take the opportunity to see the best of Puerto Vallarta including its Old Town, a visit to City Hall and the Cathedral of the Lady of Guadalupe. See Elizabeth Taylor and the late Richard Burton’s homes at Gringo Gulch and we pass the Conchas Chinas area too.

Day 11

Cabo San Lucas Arrive 0900am - Depart 6.00pm
So much to see. Start by viewing the geographic beauty, the desert terrain, impressive coastline with rugged rock formations. Then be impressed by the local glass blowers at the glass factory. Continue on to San Jose del Cabo; stop at a cactus garden, then off to a restaurant for a drink.

Day 12-13

At Sea.

Day 14

San Francisco - Arrive 08:00am
Disembarkation usually begins two hours after docking.
Individual transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Day 15

Arrive in the UK in the late morning at your chosen airport.

What is included
Transatlantic flights on scheduled airlines
1 night accommodation in San Francisco in a 4 star hotel
12 nights NCL Freestyle cruising® on Norwegian Sun based on Inside Stateroom
All meals and entertainment aboard ship
All government fees and taxes – airline taxes and fuel surcharges

Cabins

It’s your first anniversary. It’s a vacation with your best friends or a big family reunion. Well, it’s all good because The Norwegian Sun has created the most flexible staterooms and suites on the high seas. Huge 3-bedroom rooftop Garden Villas, cozy Inside Staterooms, expandable Family Suites and everything in between.

Ship Activities

No schedules, no regime - just you! Norwegian Sun was built specifically for Freestyle Cruising, so whether you want to rejuvenate at the Body Waves Spa, hang with friends at the Sun Club Casino or simply do nothing at all - we’ve got you covered. Eat somewhere different every night, read a book. Hey, read 10 books and enjoy your vacation to Alaska, Hawaii or the Caribbean, with the freedom to do whatever you like when you like.

Entertainment

Looking for fun? On board, you can go bowling or to the spa. Try out the bungee trampoline or yoga. Karaoke or kick-boxing. Or go swimming, spinning, shopping or jogging. Off the ship, try our hiking, biking, diving, snorkeling, surfing, golfing, touring and partying Shore Excursions.