5-Hour Private Historical Tour in Mazatlán with Pickup

4.8 (12 reviews)4 h–5 hMazatlánSightseeingFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 1:40 pm, 2 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 50 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Mazatlán20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 8:30 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 4 h–5 h; we plan for 5 h. Latest sensible start: 10:20 am.
  4. 1:30 pm
    Tour ends10 min back to the pier
  5. 1:40 pm
    Back at the gangway2 h 50 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical Mazatlán call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs up to 5 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 1:40 pm — 1 h 50 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 2:40 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

The operator picks up at the cruise port (it is on their pickup list), so the trip to the start point is part of the tour. We allow 10 min to walk off and find the pickup; look for the ground-transportation area outside Mazatlán cruise terminal (Puerto de Mazatlán).

Among the 130 Mazatlán shore excursions we track, this is about average in length (the median runs 4 h); 97% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Mazatlán call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

This innovative experience combines the best of Mexico

You will have the opportunity to tour the natural wonders of our region and enjoy the best views that these magnificent places can offer us. Hand in hand with experienced people who will offer you a unique experience. The tour is not only wonderful but it is fascinating throughout its journey.

Do not miss the opportunity that we offer you to make this reservation and take some memories that will remain in your memory as the best vacations.

You will only have to relax and enjoy, we assure you comfort and well-being throughout the experience

Private tour English, Spanish

What's included

  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Faro Mazatlan
    We will visit a beautiful viewpoint called Paseo del Centenario where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the highest natural lighthouse in the world with a height of 157 meters and take beautiful photos of the bay of Mazatlán.
    15 min
  2. 2
    Playa Olas Altas
    We will visit the oldest beach area in Mazatlán and one of the favorite places for people to enjoy a quiet walk and admire part of what is old Mazatlán in this area known as Olas Altas.
    15 min
  3. 3
    Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada (Maneadero)
    Enjoy the Sánchez Taboada roundabout where you can admire the activity of the divers, this activity has been carried out by tradition for many years, in which expert people demonstrate their ability to jump from one of the viewpoints of the roundabout to the sea; In addition to having beautiful viewpoints where you can take beautiful photos and learn a little more about the history and development of the city of Mazatlán.
    20 min
  4. 4
    Plaza Machado
    This square is located in the Historic Center of the city and is one of the oldest squares and the main one in Mazatlan that highlights its large esplanade and its beautiful kiosk in addition to its colonial-style buildings, here you can find restaurants, cafes, bars, art exhibitions and live concerts among other outdoor attractions with a very bohemian atmosphere. Every year this place is the venue where events such as carnival and gastronomic shows are held where only the best participate. Have the opportunity to take a tour of this square to learn a little more about the culture and try typical Mazatlan dishes.
    15 min
  5. 5
    Catedral Mazatlan Basilica de la Inmaculada Concepcion
    Concepción is an architectural jewel located in the heart of the city, in its Historic Center, whose beauty of Baroque and Gothic style dates from 1855. Upon entering the interior of the Cathedral you will discover the artistic jewel that permeates each of its details such as the Gothic arches that support the Renaissance-style domes, the ornaments embedded in the wall, elegant chandeliers, murals, fresco paintings and a beautiful Baroque altar. gold, decorated with statuettes where an image of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary is located.
    20 min
  6. 6
    Mercado Pino Suarez
    An emblematic point of Mazatlán where you can find souvenirs and typical products of the region; It is an important point of the city since it is the place where local people supply their homes with food.
    20 min
  7. 7
    Malecon de Mazatlan
    Walk the majestic boardwalk of Mazatlán, one of the longest in the world with 21 kilometers long and where the second largest carnival in the world "The International Carnival of Mazatlán" is held; In addition, know a lot about the history of Mazatlan with its monuments and you will be able to observe what will be the largest aquarium in America and the imposing baseball stadium.
    20 min
  8. 8
    Playa Las Gaviotas
    Enjoy one of the best beach areas of the Gaviotas beach city, also known as Zona Dorada. In addition to being one of the best shopping places for souvenirs or gold and beach jewelry, enjoy one of its bars or restaurants where the specialty It is seafood, also Zona Dorada is one of the newest areas of Mazatlan and where many of the new hotels and nightlife in the city are located.
    1 h
  9. 9
    Valentino's & the Fiestaland Complex
    An emblematic place in Mazatlán since for years it was one of the best discos in Mazatlán to dance, enjoy a few drinks and without a doubt marvel at one of the best views of Mazatlán and its sunsets; In addition to having the Mazatlán sign and taking a nice memory with you when you take your photos at the Mazatlán sign.
    10 min

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
After getting off the cruise you have to take the transportation to the terminal and continue to the blue arches at street level, where we will be waiting for you with a sign with your name and the company logo
After getting off the cruise you have to take the transportation to the terminal and continue to the blue arches at street level, where we will be waiting for you with a sign with your name and the company logo
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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