Mexican Riviera Cruise - Carnival Panorama

Ship sails from Long Beach, CA | Duration: 9 Days | All Shipboard Meals Included

 

Ports of Call:

 

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Whether you're seeking quality beach time or action-packed adventures, a cruise to Puerto Vallarta delivers the vacation you've been craving. Reigning over Banderas Bay and bordered by the tropical forests of the Sierra Madre Mountains, Puerto Vallarta, is both a modern beach resort and an eco-adventure launch pad. Dive with manta rays, spot playful dolphins, or trek through the jungle to hidden waterfalls. Explore contemporary Latin American art and soak in the charm of this breezy seaside city!

 

Mazatlán, Mexico

Go from the opera house to the lighthouse with Carnival cruises to Mazatlán, Mexico. This city’s 17-mile-long beach has rolling swells for surfers and calm waters for swimmers. Thatch-roofed shacks serve the freshest seafood and beach bars pour crisp cervezas with lime. Venture beyond the coastline to experience the charming colonial core of Viejo Mazatlán, complete with ornate churches and photogenic Spanish mansions.

 

La Paz, Mexico

Sail into the stunning Sea of Cortez with Carnival cruises to La Paz, Mexico! The breezy capital of Baja California Sur sits on a peaceful bay of rocky islands and secluded sandy beaches. Just below the surface, spirited sea lions and gentle whale sharks swim alongside adventurous snorkelers. Discover the vibrant underwater life of what author Jacques Cousteau once labeled the “world’s aquarium” when you visit La Paz.

 

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

If you’re looking for a beautiful cruise destination to call your own, cruises to Cabo San Lucas should be at the top of your list. You’ll return home with spectacular vacation photos that get all the Likes! Tucked between golf courses and desert mountains, Cabo San Lucas straddles two oceans - the calm turquoise Sea of Cortez and the crashing blue Pacific. With 18 pristine miles of coastline connecting your port to colonial San José del Cabo, you get two seaside cities in one on a Cabo San Lucas cruise. But, along with water-based activities like fishing, paddling and swimming, you can also add action, or maximum relaxation, to your itinerary. Cruises to Cabo San Lucas offer a huge variety of things to do, from riding ATVs in the desert to sipping margaritas on the beach. Try one or try it all!

 

Need to Know: 

• Package includes $100 Onboard Credit per cabin.

• Includes deluxe round-trip motorcoach transportation between one or more of our departure locations and the airport.

• Price includes round-trip airfare between Philadelphia or Newark Airport and Los Angeles. 

• Transfers between the airport and cruise pier in Long Beach, CA are included.

• A Starr Tour Director will accompany cruises with 15 or more guests.

• Baggage handling and related gratuities are included.

 

Proof of Citizenship Requirement: PASSPORT

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the period of your stay.

 

Tour: May 9, 2026

Deposit/Final Payment: $300 per person is due at time of booking. Final payment is due by January 19, 2026.

Cancellation Penalties: If cancellation occurs from booking date to 1/18/26, a $25.00* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 1/19/26 - 2/23/26, a $1,125.00* per person penalty will be assessed. If cancellation occurs between 2/24/26 - 5/9/26, the traveler is in full penalty & no refund will be granted.

*In addition to the cancellation policies listed above, if additional payments have been made to Starr Tours for the purpose of securing your airline reservation, these monies are non-refundable once received. Any name changes after final payment is made will be assessed a per person change fee. The amount of the fee will be determined by the airline/cruise line.

 

"Government fees & taxes, non-commissionable fees and port expenses" may include any and all fees, charges, tolls & taxes imposed by US and/or foreign/governmental authorities including, but not limited to, SU Customs fees, head taxes, dockage fees, wharfage fees, air taxes, hotel or VAT taxes incurred as part of a land tour, immigration and naturalization fees, and Internal Revenue Service fees. Government Fees & Taxes are subject to change and the cruise line reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full. "Fuel Supplement" shall mean any additional charge to defray a portion of the cruise line's fuel cost. The amount of fuel supplements are subject to change.

 

Flight Schedule:

Departure: May 9, 2026

American Airlines #AA 824 Departing Philadelphia at 8:45am Arriving Los Angeles at 11:49am *Flights are subject to change

Return: May 17, 2026

American Airlines #AA 513 Departing Los Angeles at 3:50pm Arriving Philadelphia at 11:54pm *Flights are subject to change

 

Important Flight Information:

• Each traveler is permitted one piece of checked baggage. Please note that the airline will charge a fee for checked luggage, payable directly to the airline.

• Airfare is purchased as a group. While we are happy to pass along any seating requests made at the time of booking, seat assignments are controlled by the airline and cannot be guaranteed. Your final seat assignments will be included with your trip documents, which are sent approximately two weeks prior to departure.

 

Trip Insurance:

Travel Insurance provides protection for your travel investment and it should always be considered. We recommend The National Tour Association's (NTA) Travel Protection Plan administered by Aon Affinity. You can purchase the enhanced plan within 14 days of deposit to cover preexisting conditions or 'cancel for any reason' coverage.

• For more information, click here.

• For frequently asked questions, click here.

• To purchase: Call 800-388-1470 or click here.

• Starr's Tour Operator Location # for AON is 306035.

 

Gratuities:

• Carnival automatically charges $16 per person/per day for dining and stateroom services to your onboard account.

• Gratuities to individuals noted below are not included in the price of your cruise tour package. Customary recognized guidelines are as follows:
  *Motorcoach Driver: $4-$6 per tour guest, per day
  *Tour Director: $4-$6 per tour guest, per day

 

Accessibility:

Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.

Carnival Panorama

 

Step aboard the Carnival Panorama, a vibrant, all-fun ship built for excitement, relaxation, and destination immersion. Inspired by her sister ships Carnival Vista® and Carnival Horizon®, this ship takes all their best features and adds her own signature flair — including the only Sky Zone™ trampoline park at sea! Whether you’re flying through the air on SkyRide®, pedaling above the ocean for sweeping views, or taking on the ropes course and WaterWorks™ waterpark, adventure is always within reach.

 

Accommodations: Modern Rooms for Every Traveler

Choose from a wide range of staterooms — cozy interior cabins, ocean-view rooms, and spacious balcony staterooms that invite in the sunshine and sea breeze. Every room features Carnival’s signature Home™ Bedding, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, and thoughtful storage, creating a comfortable retreat after each exciting day.

 

Dining: Flavorful, Fresh, and Fun

When it comes to dining, the Carnival Panorama delivers something for every appetite and occasion.

• Included favorites: Enjoy multi-course meals in the main dining rooms or help yourself to endless variety at the Lido Marketplace buffet.

• Casual classics: Savor crowd-pleasers like Guy’s Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina™, or the onboard Seafood Shack™.

• Specialty delights: Indulge in a refined dinner at Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse or Bonsai Teppanyaki™, or join the fun at Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse, where the barbecue and craft beer are both brewed fresh on board. Add in Cucina del Capitano® for homestyle Italian comfort, and you’ll never run out of delicious choices.

 

Entertainment & Activities: Endless Fun, Day and Night

The Carnival Panorama is packed with energy from bow to stern. Playlist Productions™ turn your favorite hits into high-energy live shows, while Dive-In Movies™ light up the pool deck for outdoor cinema nights under the stars. Laugh the night away at The Punchliner Comedy Club™, with both family-friendly and adults-only sets.

 

When it’s time to unwind, head to Cloud 9 Spa™ for a massage or hydrotherapy soak, or retreat to the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat™ for peaceful ocean views and plush loungers. Day or night, relaxation and fun blend effortlessly on board.

 

Sailing the Mexican Riviera

Designed for sun-seekers and explorers alike, the Carnival Panorama brings you the beauty and warmth of the Mexican Riviera, with stops in iconic ports such as Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán, and Puerto Vallarta. Between dazzling shore days, your time on board is filled with world-class dining, entertainment, and Carnival’s signature spirit of fun.

 

Soar, splash, sip, and savor — all in one unforgettable cruise. Carnival Panorama is proof that the fun never ends when you’re sailing the Mexican Riviera.

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