From scenic oceanfront views to ancient Totonac dances, this tour highlights the best of Mazatlan. You'll marvel at the world's second tallest lighthouse, offshore islands and beautiful shoreline. Travel back in time in old "downtown" Mazatlan and visit the city's imposing Cathedral. Then take some time to shop at the Golden Zone before heading to the Aztec Theater. There you'll see a unique Mexican show performed in an open-air theater featuring colorful folkloric dancers and the famous Papantla Flyers in an ancient ritual dance, "The Dance of Those Who Fly." This is truly a magical experience you won't soon forget.

Mexican traditions and crafts come alive as you wind into the foothills of the Sierre Madre Mountain range on this special tour. Over the years, passengers have consistently rated this as on of their favorite tours on the Mexican Riviera. Go beyond the beach resorts and explore villages and craft industries that have remained unchaned for centuries. Stop at the town of Cpncordia, famous for its furniture making, handmade pottery and magnificent stone church. Then you will drive to Copala , once a thriving Spanish gold- mining town founded in 1565, for a lunch of traditional Mexican cuisine. After lunch, you'll step back in time as you stoll the cobbled streets of Copala, with its quaint colonial houses, small city jail and impressive church dating back to the time of the Spanish occupation. Returing to Mazatlan, a brief stop will be made at the Golden Zone for shopping. You'll then travel along Mazatlan's waterfront back to the pier.

Mazatlan is famous for its sportfishing. You're sure to catch a ton of fun and excitement during our sportfishing tournament. Each participant in this excursion automatically qualifies. This is a catch and release tournament with the luck winner receiving a trophy. Marlin season runs form November to May and sailfish season from April to november. The 43-foot fishing boats are manned by experienced skippers and mates, are radio-equipped and meet all sagety requirements. All fishing gear and bait, as well as your required license, are included. Fishing is rotated and the boats troll four lines. A box snack will be provided for you by the ship, and beer and soft drinks will be served aboard th fishing craft.