Mazatlan City Tour by Traditional Open Air Vehicle Pulmonia

4.6 (54 reviews)2 h 30 minMazatlánCulture & historySightseeingFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 11:10 am, 5 h 20 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 4 h 20 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 2 h 30 min. Latest sensible start: 12:50 pm.
  4. 11:00 am
    Tour ends10 min back to the pier
  5. 11:10 am
    Back at the gangway5 h 20 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 2 h 30 min; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 11:10 am — 4 h 20 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 12:10 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 one of the shorter ones (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

Embark on a journey aboard the famous 'pulmonia,' an iconic local open-air vehicle, guided by a certified and enthusiastic tour expert. This unique experience promises to create lasting memories during your visit to Mazatlán

Private tour English, Spanish

What's included

  • Private transportation

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Malecon de Mazatlan
    Drive along the second largest malecon in the world
    Pass by without stopping
  2. 2
    Playa Olas Altas
    Cruise through the charming Olas Altas neighborhood, famous for its historic architecture and vibrant atmosphere.
    Pass by without stopping
  3. 3
    Old Mazatlan
    visit the picturesque Plazuela Machado, a lively square surrounded by colorful buildings, cafes, and street musicians. It's a great place to immerse yourself in the local culture. your journey continues to the stunning cathedral, a magnificent example of Gothic and Moorish architecture. You'll have the opportunity to explore this architectural gem and learn about its history.
    35 min
  4. 4
    Cerro de la Neveria
    A hill that offers 360 panoramic views of Mazatlan and its beautiful coastline. From this vantage point, you'll be able to capture the perfect photos of the cityscape and the sea.
    15 min
  5. 5
    Golden Zone
    Your journey concludes in the lively Golden Zone, where you can enjoy an optional lunch, shopping, dining, and optional relaxing on the beautiful beaches.
    Pass by without stopping

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
See booking page
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
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveler reviews

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