Welcome to Guatemala, a country that finds itself nestled between the countries of Mexico, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador. Known for its rich and distinct culture, Guatemala is characterized by a fusion of Spanish and Indigenous influences and this region once formed the very core of Mayan civilization making it a popular destination for visitors and cruise guests.

The major cruise port of call is Puerto Quetzal and the cruise lines that service this port include the Norwegian Cruise Lines, Silverseas, and Celebrity Cruise Lines. Many ships make a stop during their Panama Canal crossing voyages and enjoy a great and unique variety of Guatemala Excursions and cruise shore excursions.

Areas of interest for this Guatemala cruise port of call include the historic city of Antigua which is visited while on our Puerto Quetzal Colonial Antigua City Colors and Flavors Excursion. Colonial architecture is prevalent and the history of the town has been recognized by UNESCO Cultural Heritage. Most excursions include sightseeing regardless of which one you pick. Some those looking for a more laid-back excursion need to look at our Puerto Quetzal Antigua Sightseeing and Chocolate Making Workshop Excursion or maybe a stop at an authentic coffee plantation during our Puerto Quetzal Coffee Cupping and Sightseeing Excursion. Relax by visiting the thermal springs on our Puerto Quetzal Thermal Hot Springs Spa and Massage Excursion.

We certainly hope you enjoy your visit to this lovely country. Be sure to bring your camera, you won’t want to miss a thing!

Honduras is a Central American country with Caribbean Sea coastlines to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. In the tropical rainforest near Guatemala, the ancient Mayan ceremonial site Copán has stone-carved hieroglyphics and stelae, tall stone monuments. In the Caribbean Sea are the Bay Islands, a diving destination that’s part of the 1,000km-long Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.

Welcome to Costa Rica, the most visited nation in Central America, and for good reason. Costa Rica literally means rich coast and the reason for that name becomes apparent immediately upon seeing Costa Rica for the first time. A land with a diverse and lush topography that is steeped in history and culture makes Costa Rica a favorite destination for many.

Cruises are a favored way to visit Costa Rica. The port of calls are Port of Limon, located on the Caribbean side and the Port of Caldera (also called Puntarenas by various cruise lines visiting Costa Rica) on the Pacific coast. The cruise lines that service Costa Rica are: Celebrity, Costa, Cunard, Holland America, NCL, Oceania, Paul Gauguin, Princess, Regent Seven Seas, Royal Caribbean, Silverseas, and Voyages of Discovery.

Puerto Limon, on the Caribbean, is a popular travel spot for those who love eco-adventure Shore Excursions such as our Puerto Limon Canopy Zip Line and Banana Plantation Excursion. Many Costa Rica Excursions will include activities in protected areas such as sightseeing, visiting waterfalls while on our Puerto Limon Veragua Rainforest Exploration and Aerial Tram Excursion, and numerous water sports both tame and active.

Puntarenas, located on the Pacific Coast, is well known for the tropical jungles which are visited on our Puntarenas Rainforest Treetop Skywalk and Sightseeing Excursion, incredible beaches and has waves that call out to surfers from around the world. Excursions here will also offer sightseeing and a multitude of water sports and beach breaks: Puntarenas Super Combo Highlights Excursion and our Puntarenas Rainforest Horseback Riding and Aerial Tram Excursion.

Whichever port you come into, you are sure to enjoy your visit to this lovely country. Don’t be surprised when you realize you are not only having the time of your life, but you are already busily planning your return trip. This is truly a paradise on earth!

The beautiful country of Belize has become a favorite of discerning travelers everywhere and for good reasons. First of all, since Belize was once British Honduras, English is the national language and currency is easily, and readily, exchanged. But, let’s not let the practical issues take away from the tropical beauty of this country.

Among the many cruise lines that make calls in the Belize ports include MSC, Carnival, NCL, AIDA, Royal Caribbean, Silversea, Costa, Regent, Viking Ocean, TUI, Holland America, Cunard, and Princess.

The capital, Belize City, is growing rapidly and is quickly becoming the starting point for tourists looking to explore the beauty of the country. Many Mayan ruins and other cultural points can be discovered deeper in the country and these excursions typically begin in Belize City as the Altun Ha Ruins and Beach Break Excursion.

Amaze with the natural beauty and Snorkel with Sea Turtles and Caye Caulker Beach Break Excursion or explore the Goff’s Caye on this Island Getaway and Snorkel Cruise Excursion.

Finally, let’s take a look at the cultural diversity in Belize. Although English is the national language, in Belize you will find a multitude of ethnicities such as Maya, Creoles, Garinagus, Mestizos, and Mennonites. What this becomes is a vast assortment of music, cuisine, dancing, and celebrations.

From eclectic cuisine, to breathtaking scenery, to a vivacious culture, the Mexican Riviera
Mexico is a fascinating and extremely diverse destination. Seeing Mexico from a cruise ship is breathtaking in its own right, but it can be a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience it by land on a Mexican Riviera shore excursion. At Shore Excursions Party, we make it easy to find excellent excursions to the Mexican Riviera, offering the best of Mexico to our clients.

Marvel at cliff divers leaping from over 100 feet above the ocean on one of our Acapulco shore excursions, fly to Coyuca Lagoon for spectacular views, or take part in an authentic Mexican cooking class. Looking for shore excursions from Cabo San Lucas? Take a cruise to El Arco’s magnificent rock arches, ride a horse along the pristine shore, or take an exciting ATV ride over rolling terrain. You can swim with dolphins, enjoy a cruise tour with dinner and an exciting show, or take a cruise tour of the culturally rich city on one of our Puerto Vallarta shore excursion adventures.