Cozumel
Cozumel is Mexico's largest island, located just 12 miles off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula.
White sand beaches on the beautiful of the Caribbean oceanCozumel is Mexico's largest island, located just 12 miles off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. Measuring just 28 miles long by 10 miles wide, Cozumel is renowned across the world for its dazzling white sand beaches and the clarity of the Caribbean ocean in which it lies. If you choose to leave your luxury MSC cruise liner in Cozumel harbour for the day, you won’t be disappointed with the excursions on offer. We have an extensive selection of day trip packages that include the best deals on all local attractions. If you can’t get enough of water sports, then leave the ship and join us on one of our snorkelling excursions. Even beginners are catered for, and all equipment is provided. Take this opportunity to try your hand at this fantastic past-time and slip into another world beneath the warm waters, one characterized by vivid colour and discovery. Whether in a rugged off-road jeep or a special clear-bottomed kayak, treat yourself to new experiences on this part of your Caribbean cruise vacation. Cruise passengers that prefer dry land can tour the magnificent Mayan ruins in the walled city of Tulum. Finally for a dose of pure fun, join our ATV (all-terrain vehicle) jungle adventure. Families won’t want to miss a trip to X-Caret, Cancun’s largest natural adventure park. With an aquarium, gardens, butterfly pavilion, monkey park, deer shelter, turtles and much more, this stop makes for a tremendous day out, one that your kids will remember long after the cruise holiday is over. |
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COZ12 - Clear Kayak & Beach Snorkel Combo (3.5 hrs) - 2013/2014
Discover the beauty of the Caribbean from a totally new perspective while you skim over the coral reef in a clear-bottomed 2-person kayak – a completely dry, yet still wholly immersive experience – and also have a chance to go snorkelling and spend some quality time at the beach. You will set off on your kayak tour at the Uvas Beach Club and paddle through the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean, all the while being able to observe the wildlife below thanks the kayak’s transparent keel. An amazing underwater world of colourful tropical fish and fascinating coral reef formations will unfold right before your eyes. The next leg of the tour will then give you an opportunity to put on your snorkelling gear and take a closer look at the fascinating world and its many colourful inhabitants under the sea. All that activity can only mean one thing: time for a rest. On returning to the gorgeous beach and its facilities, you can simply relax and work on your tan, go for a swim or cool off under a shady umbrella. 2 drinks and a selection of fresh fruit will be served free of charge, but those with a bigger appetite could order food from the restaurant at additional cost. In the end, you can choose either to return to the ship when the transportation departs, or stay on for longer and use taxi vouchers (issued on request) for your return trip a little later.Please note: the tour is not suitable for pregnant women, guests using a wheelchair or with pre-existing heart, respiratory, back/neck problems. For reasons of safety, guests suffering from asthma, heart problems, diabetes, epilepsy or taking prescription medications such as anti-depressants, beta blockers, lithium and vasoconstrictors are requested to refrain from snorkelling. Please ensure your sunscreen is fully biodegradable as normal sunscreen is prohibited from use due to the damage it causes to the reef. Guests must be at least 6 years of age to take part in the tour, at least 8 years of age to snorkel and at least 18 years of age to drink alcohol. The kayak is limited to a max. weight for both passengers of 425 lbs.
Price per person $69.00 Adults $62.00 Children
COZ16 - Xcaret Eco Park (Full day) - 2013/2014
Experience Xcaret – the most exciting and largest Eco Park in Latin America! This eco-archaeological park offers many exhilarating activities in a tropical jungle setting on the Caribbean Sea. It is pure fun and enjoyment in a natural setting. As you get off the ferry in Playa Del Carmen, your guide will take you to your transportation for a short ride to Xcaret. At the park, your guide will assist you on where to go, what there is to do, answer your questions and point you in the right direction. Then, you are on your own to explore and experience the park. Choose from the museum, a bird sanctuary, stables, botanical gardens, aquarium, restored Mayan ruins, a replicated Mayan village, beautiful beaches and natural pools. Even take a swim in an underground river with life vest included.Notes: Transfer by ferry to Playa del Carmen lasts approximately 45 minutes. Mask and snorkel are not included and optional activities are available at additional costs. Swimwear, biodegradable sunscreen, a hat and change of clothes are recommended.
Price per person $109.00 Adults $98.00 Children
COZ21 - 3 Reef Snorkeling by Boat (3.5 hrs) - 2013/2014 Come on board for a Caribbean sightseeing & snorkel adventure and enjoy a leisurely day at sea. Sit back relax and enjoy getting to know this Caribbean island paradise. From your ship’s pier, you’ll cruise out into the turquoise waters en route to three distinct reef locations where you’ll have three varied shipside snorkel adventures. You’ll receive snorkel gear, life vests, and full instructions so even beginners can join in. Gear up and follow your PADI certified guide through the crystal clear waters and over colorful coral reef formations as you explore exotic fish and marine life and experience the mysterious underwater world. Tour includes one bottle of water. Snacks, soda and beer (after snorkeling) are available for purchase on the boat.Notes: Minimum age to participate is 8 years old. Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years old. Only biodegradable sunscreen is allowed to be used due to reef damage caused by normal sunscreen. Due to the active nature of the tour, women who are pregnant are not allowed to participate nor are guests in wheelchairs or with physical disabilities who would have difficulty climbing a ladder in and out of the water, or with cardiac or respiratory conditions such as asthma or with back/neck injuries, diabetes or epilepsy or those under medications such as anti-depressants, lithium, beta blockers and base vein constrictors.
Price per person $53.00 Adults $48.00 Children
COZ22 - Dolphin Swim & Ride (3 hrs) - 2013/2014 Start your “Once in a life time experience” in the most beautiful dolphinarium in the World! Located in the heart of Cozumel’s shopping area, it is the only place in all the Caribbean where you can swim with dolphins in the safety of still ocean coves. Experience the excitement of riding on a dolphin belly in our unique “Dolphin Swim & Ride” program. Your adventure begins with a short taxi ride to Dolphinaris. Before entering the water you will enjoy a Dolphin behavioral presentation where you will be introduced to some of the extraordinary dolphins’ behavior. The first part of the program is conducted on a waist deep water submerged platform. You will then proceed into the deeper water of our natural ocean coves to swim and touch the dolphin in its own environment where then, you will come face to face with a dolphin as you grasp the dolphin’s fins and the dolphin pulls you across the surface of the water on a Belly Ride. You will also have the opportunity to get a kiss, pectoral fin shake and caress the dolphins. Following this, you will be able to use your mask to see how this beautiful animal swims and glides through the crystal waters of Dolphinaris.Notes: All children must be accompanied by an adult and must be 4ft tall. All participants must know how to swim. Only biodegradable sunscreen is allowed. Camera and videos are not allowed in the dolphin area, but guests can take pictures from the restaurant and bar area. This tour is not recommended for wheelchair bound guests, or guests with back/neck injuries and pregnant women.
Price per person $138.00 Adults $124.00 Children
COZ23 - Tulum Mayan Ruins (Full day) - 2013/2014
Come experience the world famous, magnificent ruins of the walled city of Tulum…the only Mayan city built right on the crystal blue Caribbean Sea! After a short ferry ride to Playa Del Carmen, your guide will take you to an air-conditioned motor coach for a scenic and informative drive to Tulum. Once there, your guide will escort you through the ruins giving a complete narration along the way. See over 60 restored temples and some of the mysterious hieroglyphic writings still visible today. Visit the temple of the frescos famous for the detailed carved figures and original paints. And, perched on the edge of the Caribbean and rising high above all of the other ruins is “el Castillo” with its breathtaking view of the blue water below. A light box lunch is included.Notes: Transfer by ferry to Playa del Carmen lasts approximately 45 minutes. Transfer by bus to Tulum is approximately 1 hour each way (with a 20 minute comfort stop on the way). Optional transfer by tram to the ruins from the parking lot at Tulum is at guests’ expense and risk. There is a government tax of US$5-8 on the use of video cameras in the ruins. No tripods and/or professional video cameras are allowed. Tour is not recommended for guests with mobility problems or wheelchair bound.
Price per person $89.00 Adults $80.00 Children
COZ26 - Dune Buggy & Snorkel at Punta Sur (5 hours) - 2013/2014 
Rev up your engines and get ready for a beautiful adventure as you drive a Dune Buggy convertible along a bumpy dirt road, through the pristine tropical environment of Punta Sur Ecological Park! Drive your buggy (4 guests per car) to the southern tip of Cozumel Island past the breathtaking blues of the Caribbean and the mysterious greens of a tropical jungle. We’ll stop along the way to spot crocodiles, visit a 1,200 year old Mayan Ruin and even climb a lighthouse for a spectacular bird’s eye view of the island from its look-out tower 133 steps up. At the end of the road lies a secluded stretch of white sand beach and a marine park perfect for a snorkel excursion. Your guide will lead you out of this world and into another as you discover the bright tropical fish and amazing array of sea life Cozumel has to offer. When the fins and mask come off, lie in the white sand, soak in the sun and enjoy the Mexican snacks provided. Another day, another adventure you won’t soon forget! When it’s all over you’ll drive back through the park and into town where you may either return with the tour to your ship or be let off in downtown Cozumel to do some shopping on your own. (Return taxi fare not included. Option available as time allows, depending on tour return time and the ship’s departure time).Notes: Minimum age to snorkel is 8 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old and present a valid driving license. All cars have shift gears. Four (4) guests per car. This is an Alcohol Free Tour. Guests who do not want to snorkel can remain on the beach and enjoy free time. Only biodegradable sunscreen is allowed to be used due to reef damage caused by normal sunscreen. Due to the active nature and rough terrain of the tour, it is not suitable for pregnant women, guests with cardiac and respiratory problems, such as asthma, or with back/neck injuries, diabetes or epilepsy or those under medications such as anti-depressants, lithium, beta blockers and base vein constrictors, or guests with limited mobility or wheelchair bound.
Price per person $89.00 Adults $80.00 Children
COZ27 - Exploring Cozumel by Jeep & Snorkel (5 hrs) - 2013/2014 The best way to discover Cozumel - EXPLORE EVERYTHING! Take a journey all the way around the island in a Jeep Wrangler (4 guests per car) and discover the most beautiful, interesting and exciting aspects of Mexico’s largest island in this one of a kind Jeep Tour with Mayan Town Visit, Beach Break, Lunch and Snorkel Excursion. Drive your Jeep (4 guests per car) through the town of San Miguel and into the jungle interior where you’ll explore the island’s first Mayan settlement, the village of El Cedral. Unearth the fascinating history of Cozumel’s first Mayan inhabitants and the Spanish conquistadors who followed, as you visit the site of its first catholic church, built next to a 2,000 year old Mayan ruin. Feel the freedom of adventure as you journey along the eastern, undeveloped coast of the island, between the breathtaking blues of the Caribbean and the mysterious greens of the tropical jungle. Take a break and enjoy a Mexican lunch and free time for fun and games on the white sands of our private beach. When time’s up, hop back into your Jeep and complete your circle around the island. Now get in gear for a glimpse beneath the surface of the sea. Your tour includes an off shore beginner’s snorkel experience and an opportunity to discover the colourful tropical fish and delightful array of sea-life Cozumel has to offer. PADI certified guides will provide snorkeling gear, safety tips and instruction before leading you out to explore the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. When your tour is complete, you may choose to return to the pier or be let off in the downtown shopping area and return to the ship by taxi at your own expense. (This option is available as time allows, depending on tour return time and your ship’s departure time.)Notes: Minimum age to snorkel is 8 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old and present a valid driving license. All cars have shift gears. Four (4) guests per car. This is an Alcohol Free Tour. Only biodegradable sunscreen is allowed to be used due to reef damage caused by normal sunscreen. Due to the active nature and rough terrain of the tour, it is not suitable for pregnant women, guests with cardiac and respiratory problems, such as asthma, or with back/neck injuries, diabetes or epilepsy or those under medications such as anti-depressants, lithium, beta blockers and base vein constrictors, or guests with limited mobility or wheelchair bound.
Price per person $99.00 Adults $89.00 Children
COZ29 - Horseback Riding Adventure (4 hrs) - 2013/2014 
This is one of the horseback tours that you have been waiting for! You will be greeted on the pier by your bilingual guide and taken in air-conditioned transportation to the ranch and your awaiting horse. After a safety briefing and riding instructions, you will be matched up to your horse according to your riding experience; this tour is for all levels of riders - novice to expert. Your guide will lead you to an unforgettable experience where you will travel through land and time as you learn about the Mayans, one of the oldest and most mysterious civilizations, eternal legends of the Mayan culture, replicas of Mayan ruins and ancient idols will come to life as you go across into the tropical forest. Then you will return to the welcome station to enjoy complementary beverages before being transported back to the pier.Note: All guests are required to sign a release form before participating on this tour. Min. Age to participate 12 years old & max. Age to participate 65 years old (children between 12 and 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult). Height: min. 1.20 meters / weight: max. 220 lbs.; pregnant women, and people with recent neck or back injuries, are not allowed to participate in this tour.
Price per person $87.00 Adults $78.00 Children
COZ32 - Bottom Fishing Bonanza (3.5 hrs) - 2013/2014 Enjoy Cozumel Bottom Fishing, with your family and friends! This tour is perfect for the youngsters and young at heart. Let us show you some of the easiest methods for fishing in the beautiful warm waters of the Caribbean. Trust the Captain and Crew to find the best concentrations of fish. Relax and enjoy the Caribbean breeze, fishing the trip away. Your half day trip includes 46ft. specialized fishing vessel, rods, reels, bait, tackle, soda, beer, purified bottled water and fishing permits. After receiving the safety and proper bottom fishing instructions by your English speaking guide, you will begin your fishing adventure. You will be constantly served and assisted by the crew and guides on board. Tight lines and great fishing!Notes: Fishing is only available on a catch and release basis. T
Price per person $76.00 Adults $68.00 Children
COZ37 - San Gervasio Mayan Ruins & Beach Combo (4 hrs) - 2013/2014
Discover Cozumel Island, explore Mayan ruins and enjoy a wonderful beach park full of activities…ruins and beach a perfect combination for your day!! You will be greeted at the pier by your guide and then board your air-conditioned motor coach for a short drive to the ruins of San Gervasio, the sanctuary of the goddess Ixchel the main Mayan entity in the island. Your guide will walk you through and explain all details about the millenary Mayan culture and the vestiges left here for you to admire. Then get back onboard for a scenic ride around the island, past stretches of empty white sand beaches, limestone formations and beautiful Caribbean water on your way to Playa Mia. Playa Mia is the best equipped beach club with lots of activities for your amusement. Walk on the white sandy beach, relax in a lounge chair or hammock, join in a game of volleyball or swim in the beautiful Caribbean water.Price per person $59.00 Adults $53.00 Children
COZ44 - Cozumel Golf (5 hrs) - 2013/2014 
Cozumel hosts a Nicklaus design 18-hole championship golf course. The course totals 6,734 yards from the back tees, incorporating the natural habitats of the island. Built around Cozumel's native trees, red mangroves, and natural wet lands the Cozumel Country Club preserves ecologically sensitive areas. The fully stocked pro shop is stocked with top of the line merchandise, and offers Nike, and Taylor Made rental clubs.Notes: Guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in this tour. Tour ticket includes: Round Transportation by taxi, green fee, share cart and practice range balls. Clubs and shoes available for rent.
Price per person $159.00 Adults Not AvailableChildren
COZ45 - Dolphin Premium Encounter (3 hrs) - 2013/2014 Start your 'once in a life time experience' in the world's most beautiful dolphinarium! Located in the heart of Cozumel's shopping area, it is the only place in all the Caribbean where you can interact with bottlenose dolphins for approximately 40 minutes in the safety of calm ocean coves. Your adventure begins with a short taxi ride to Dolphinaris. Before entering the ocean cove, each participant is briefed by our knowledgeable professional trainers about the dolphin's behaviour as well as the basic guidelines of the program. Following, you'll view a brief dolphin presentation where you will be introduced to some of the extraordinary dolphins' behaviour. The program is conducted on a submerged platform and is a very hands on program, allowing you, in a controlled and safe setting, to get an up-close and personal anatomy lesson on dolphins as well as learning about dolphin behaviour and adaptations they have made to the environment. You'll receive a kiss and a pectoral fin shake.Notes: Minimum age to participate is 5 years old. Guests less than 4 feet tall must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. We recommend wearing your swimwear and to bring a towel. Only biodegradable sunscreen is allowed. Camera and videos are not allowed in the dolphin area, but guests can take pictures from the restaurant and bar area. This tour is not recommended for wheelchair bound guests, or guests with back/neck injuries and pregnant women. Time in the water with the dolphins is 40 minutes.
Price per person $99.00 Adults $89.00 Children
COZ47 - Scoot Coupe Caribbean Joyride (3.5 hrs) - 2013/2014 The best way to discover Cozumel - EXPLORE EVERYTHING! Take a journey all the way around the island in a Jeep Wrangler (4 guests per car) and discover the most beautiful, interesting and exciting aspects of Mexico’s largest island in this one of a kind Jeep Tour with Mayan Town Visit, Beach Break, Lunch and Snorkel Excursion. Drive your Jeep (4 guests per car) through the town of San Miguel and into the jungle interior where you’ll explore the island’s first Mayan settlement, the village of El Cedral. Unearth the fascinating history of Cozumel’s first Mayan inhabitants and the Spanish conquistadors who followed, as you visit the site of its first catholic church, built next to a 2,000 year old Mayan ruin. Feel the freedom of adventure as you journey along the eastern, undeveloped coast of the island, between the breathtaking blues of the Caribbean and the mysterious greens of the tropical jungle. Take a break and enjoy a Mexican lunch and free time for fun and games on the white sands of our private beach. When time’s up, hop back into your Jeep and complete your circle around the island. Now get in gear for a glimpse beneath the surface of the sea. Your tour includes an off shore beginner’s snorkel experience and an opportunity to discover the colourful tropical fish and delightful array of sea-life Cozumel has to offer. PADI certified guides will provide snorkeling gear, safety tips and instruction before leading you out to explore the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. When your tour is complete, you may choose to return to the pier or be let off in the downtown shopping area and return to the ship by taxi at your own expense. (This option is available as time allows, depending on tour return time and your ship’s departure time.) Notes: Minimum age to snorkel is 8 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old and present a valid driving license. All cars have shift gears. Four (4) guests per car. This is an Alcohol Free Tour. Only biodegradable sunscreen is allowed to be used due to reef damage caused by normal sunscreen. Due to the active nature and rough terrain of the tour, it is not suitable for pregnant women, guests with cardiac and respiratory problems, such as asthma, or with back/neck injuries, diabetes or epilepsy or those under medications such as anti-depressants, lithium, beta blockers and base vein constrictors, or guests with limited mobility or wheelchair bound.
Price per person $159.00 Adults Not AvailableChildren
COZ48 - Caverns & Underground Snorkel & Shopping in Playa del Carmen (6.5 hrs) - 2013/2014 Take part in an amazing experience, snorkeling in the cool waters of a cavern cenote and exploring the mysterious interior of an ancient Mayan cave! Then explore colourful downtown Playa del Carmen with free time to lie on the beach, go shopping or have lunch (not included). Take a short ferry ride from Cozumel to Playa del Carmen where you’ll meet your friendly guide and the adventure begins! Go back in time as you explore the Cavern of Chac Tun and discover its striking stalactite and stalagmite formations. Follow your guide through vast caverns and small niches, as you delve deep into the earth to uncover secrets of ages past and hear fascinating stories of the Mayans who first ventured here. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to snorkel in the stunningly clear waters of the cavern’s cenote where you’ll be surrounded by the cave’s underwater formations. Head back into vibrant downtown Playa del Carmen where you’ll have approximately 1½ hours of free time to explore this fun filled tourist destination. Discover a long stretch of fabulous white sand beaches alongside streets with excellent shopping and dining. You’ll find everything from Mexican blankets to diamond bracelets as well as restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world. Go at your own pace – just meet back up with your guide at the designated time and you will be taken back to your ship by ferry.Notes: Transfer by ferry to Playa del Carmen lasts approximately 45 minutes. Minimum age to participate is 8 years old. Due to the active nature of the tour, women who are pregnant are not allowed to participate nor are guests in wheelchairs or with physical disabilities, with cardiac or respiratory conditions such as asthma or with back/neck injuries, diabetes or epilepsy or those under medications such as anti-depressants, lithium, beta blockers and base vein constrictors.
Price per person $54.00 Adults $49.00 Children
COZ49 - Harley Davidson Tour (3.5 hrs) - 2013/2014 Take a ride around the island on a Harley Davidson. Discover places that very few know about. Head south and visit Punta Sur Ecological Reserve and the crocodile viewing area. Head to the “Wild side” of the island, stopping at our favorite beach restaurant for lunch. Continue the journey weaving our way along the coast with its spectacular views and breathtaking Cozumel beaches. Negotiating the turn at Mezcalitos we head west back to the main town of San Miguel. We’ll enter the town from the back side and maneuver our way toward the water front and the downtown plaza. Sunset Beach will be our final destination.Notes: Valid motorcycle license is required, and drivers must be at least 23 years old. Minimum age for the passenger must be 18 years old. Tour price is based on a per vehicle rate ( vehicle can accommodate up to 2 persons including driver, you can go as a single or take a companion along for free). The tour should only be reserved by one person per vehicle and the rate will be charged to that person’s credit card. The tour payment cannot be divided amongst multiple participants , it can only be charged to one account. If you are taking a companion it is only necessary that you register their name with the ship’s shore excursion office upon embarkation.
Price per person $254.00 Adults Not AvailableChildren
COZ50 - Cancun Highlights & Shopping (Full day) - 2013/2014 Encounter Cancun, one of the most famous resort areas in Mexico today. Within 30 years, Cancun has grown from a tiny fishing village into a world famous vacation destination. Cancun, surrounded by beaches and views of the Caribbean Sea, also offers great shopping adventures. The tour begins as you disembark the ferry from Cozumel and board an air-conditioned bus in Playa del Carmen for a scenic ride to Cancun. During the ride, your english-speaking guide will provide information on this fascinating area and what you can expect to do and see. Once in Cancun, you will stop first at Mirador where you'll witness the awe-inspiring vista of Cancun's unique skyline. Next, stop and shop at Plaza la fiesta. Here you can choose to spend more than 2 hours and shop till you drop. If shopping is your thing, you'll find it available in abundance. Enjoy a tasty lunch in a local restaurant before going back to Cozumel.Notes: Transfer by ferry to Playa del Carmen lasts approximately 45 minutes. Transfer by bus to Cancun is approximately 1 hour each way.
Price per person $63.00 Adults $57.00 Children
COZ51 - Living History – Mayan Traditions and Island Tour (3 hrs) - 2013/2014 Discover the history and culture of the Mayan people during a visit to a traditional Mayan Village, then see the natural beauty of Cozumel as you circle the island aboard your comfortable air-conditioned motor coach. Cozumel has long been home to the Mayan people, dating back over 1,000 years when it was an important stop in the ancient trade routes as well as the center of worship for the Goddess of Fertility, Ixchel. Descendants of these first inhabitants have populated the island since then, and many of their ancient traditions remain strong even today. During your visit to the Mayan Village you will see traditional, thatched-roof Mayan houses, medicinal gardens, cooking techniques, and ceremonies as well as learn about the myths, histories and beliefs of the Mayan World. After your tour of the village, you will travel across the island to the eastern shore for stunning views of the island’s undeveloped coastline. Travel past ancient black rock formations protruding from the sea, evidence of the island’s beginnings beneath the ocean. You’ll see beautiful white-sand beaches, tropical low-jungle vegetation and of course, the iridescent waters of the Caribbean. Finally, you will travel through the more modern hotel district as you complete your circle of the island and return to your ship’s pier.Price per person $53.00 Adults $48.00 Children
COZ52 - Americas Cup Regatta (3 hrs) - 2013/2014 Before the race you will attend a briefing, during which we will give a little history of the America's Cup and select the teams. Skipper will brief you about what you can expect and give you training in your specific crew position. After the teams have been selected, a coin is tossed to determine which boat you will be racing on. Unfortunately, we can't promise you a certain boat. Back at the compound, there is a boutique which carries replica crew t-shirts, caps, skippers polo shirts, Tilley Hats, etc, and a fantastic full color action photograph of you racing in your first America’s Cup.
Notes: Minimum age to participate is 12 years. The tour takes about 2½ to 3 hours depending on wind and sea conditions. Guests should bring soft soled shoes and light clothing. If hats are not tight fitting we suggest they are stored below deck. Sunglasses are recommended.
Price per person $94.00 Adults $85.00 Children
COZ53 - Tulum Ruins & Beach Break with lunch (Full day) - 2013/2014 Don’t miss this great chance to combine a cultural visit to the ruins Tulum, a pre-Columbian walled Mayan city that perches precariously atop high cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea, with some thoroughly relaxing “me time” at a local beach club. The tour begins with a short ride by tender to Playa del Carmen, where you will then board an air-conditioned coach for the pleasant drive to Tulum through stunning landscape. Your bilingual tour guide will not only provide information about the island on your way to the walled city, but will also bring the ruins to new life with all the facts and figures of this amazing cultural heritage site as you make your way around the ruins. See over 60 restored temples, one of which is particularly famous for its frescos, original paints and detailed carved figures. The most prominent of the ruins is undoubtedly Tulum’s ancient Castillo, or fortification, which towers over all the other buildings and affords breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. Leaving Tulum behind, you will then be taken to a local beach club where you can enjoy a tasty buffet lunch and relax on the beautiful white-sand beach. Your return to the ship marks the end of your tour.Please note: the Mexican government has imposed a tax on the use of video cameras in the ruins of between US$5 and US$8. Neither tripods nor professional video equipment will be permitted. This tour involves a 1-hour coach ride each way. Guests can optionally take a tram from the car park to the ruins, but do so at their own expense and risk.
Price per person $109.00 Adults $98.00 Children
COZ54 - Explor Playa del Carmen, Beach & Cavern Experience (Full day) - 2013/2014 A full day of exploring the magnificent Mayan Riviera awaits you on this fun-filled tour with stops at Playa del Carmen, a heavenly tropical beach, and a highly atmospheric ancient Mayan cavern. A mouth-watering lunch is naturally also included on this day-long tour to ensure your every need is taken care of. After a short ferry crossing to Playa del Carmen, your bilingual guide will assist you in exploring this charming place and also hand out your own personal “survival kit” consisting of a map, a shopping guide and a shopping bag. The friendly, cosmopolitan ambience of this true beach town, its fine sand beaches and amazing azure blue sea are simply captivating. Be sure to stroll down “Fifth Avenue”, a hugely popular pedestrian zone near the sea with an array of international restaurants, trendy bars and nightclubs just as exclusive boutiques, clothing stores and jewellery shops. Then it’s off to a truly fantastic beach for some well-earned relaxation: feel the gentle breeze cool your body, swim in the ocean, sit under an umbrella while sipping a cold drink, work on your tan or simply admire the picture-perfect views of paradise all around you. The last stop on the tour will be at an amazing Mayan cavern where the spirit of this ancient civilisation still appears to reside – and is also the place where you will have lunch in an entirely unique setting. To round off your day on the Mayan Riviera, the final leg of the tour will give you an opportunity to explore a shopping area at your own pace before meeting up again with your guide for the walk back to the pier and your ship.
Price per person $69.00 Adults $62.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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