Name: 12 Night Mexico Cruise
Brand: Holland America Line
SKU: 94881
Price: 634 USD
Availability: InStock

Explore and book Holland America Line 12 Night Mexico Cruise on the Zaandam departing from San Diego, California on Dec 7, 2026 and ending in TOPOLOBAMPO, Mexico on Dec 19, 2026 Sail to Loreto, Mexico, Pichilingue (La Paz), Mexico, San Diego, California, Guaymas Sonora Mexico, Ensenada, Mexico, Mazatlan, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, TOPOLOBAMPO, Mexico

San Diego, California

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Dolphin Swim
Whale Watching
Sail & Snorkel Fiesta
Superman & Zipline Adventure
Wild Canyon UTV Expedition
Scuba Diving
Horseback Riding on the Beach
Médano Beach
El Arco (the Arch) & Lover's Beach

Loreto, Mexico

Coronado Island Tour with Snorkel
UNESCO World Heritage Site: 1 Day Coronado Island, Sea Lions and Snorkeling Tour
UNESCO World Heritage Site: 1 Day Coronado Island from Loreto Adventure
Loreto Private Transportation from Airport to Villa del Palmar Hotel
Explore San Javier Mission, Lunch, Walk & Historical Tour
Guided Hike in Tabor Canyon
Private Transportation from Airport to Downtown Loreto and Nopolo
Canipole Cave Painting Guided Hike

Guaymas Sonora Mexico

Located in Mexico's Sonora state, Guaymas is a bustling port known for its seafood, vibrant festivals, and stunning sea views. The nearby beaches and nature reserves add to the allure of this Gulf of California destination.

TOPOLOBAMPO, Mexico

 If you're looking for a unique and captivating cruise destination, consider Topolobampo. Nestled on the western coast of Mexico, this port offers a distinct blend of natural beauty and cultural charm. As you approach, you'll be greeted by the stunning Sierra Madre Mountains, creating a breathtaking backdrop for your voyage.

Pichilingue (La Paz), Mexico

Private Tour: La Paz City Sightseeing and Moon Valley
Cable Car Tour of La Paz
Cable Car, Cementery, Shaman and El Alto Adventure in La Paz
La Paz Food, Wine and Beer Tour
Private Tiwanaku and Titicaca Day Trip from La Paz
La Paz City Walking Tour Including Historical Streets
Tiwanaku & Puma Punku - The Ancient Civilization - Everything Included!
Private City Tour La Paz-Bolivia
La Paz City - Tihuanaku - Half Day
Tour in Tiwanaku Archaeological Ruins

Mazatlan, Mexico

Canopy Adventure
Colonial Villages of Sierra Madre
Nature Discovery & Turtle Sanctuary
Mini Speed Boat & All-Inclusive Beach Escape
Waterfront Segway Ride, Guacamole & Beach Escape
Kayak Adventure at Deer Island with BBQ Lunch
Salsa & Salsa

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Nestled between the Pacific and Sierra Madre mountains, Puerto Vallarta offers golden beaches, vibrant boardwalks, and rich Mexican culture. A frequent stop on Riviera cruises, it promises both adventure and relaxation.

Ensenada, Mexico

Situated on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, Ensenada is a blend of vibrant street life, oceanfront promenades, and renowned wineries. Just a short cruise from the U.S. west coast, it promises a lively mix of Mexican culture and Pacific Ocean views.

12 Night Mexico Cruise

Mexico

North America

Unleash your competitive spirit at High Score!, our new family game room — on Oosterdam. By day, it’s a secret hideaway for kids and teens, where they can engage in a fast-paced flurry of four-person air hockey or contend for bragging rights in the video arcade. At night, the entire family is welcome to bond over board games, skee-ball, a tilting labyrinth and family activities.

High Score!

Your Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack or poker, our dealers and staff are available to provide complimentary instruction — and we offer many engaging tournament options. The Casino is only open at sea.

Casino Action

Explorations Central™ (EXC®), Holland America Line’s exclusive destination programming, is designed to deepen your understanding of the places you visit. Its indispensable travel resources and opportunities to engage with experts and local insiders, make exploring each port of call more vivid and meaningful. Enjoy the programs listed below and visit our Explorations Central discovery center on board. *

Explorations Central

Enjoy a wide variety of duty-free shopping in such signature shops as The Vault, Diamonds and Gemstones by Merabella, which offers the best diamonds at sea, brought to you by Effy.

Onboard Shopping

Each voyage brings a guest chef on board to guide you through the culinary traditions of your destinations. Try local flavors at a food & wine tasting, add a new recipe to your repertoire at a live cooking demonstration or indulge your senses at a fine dining event.For those looking to continue their epicurean immersion on shore, guest chefs lead select shore excursions*, exploring local cuisines while sharing their gastronomic expertise in the field.

Port to Table

Enjoy a game of pickleball on top-deck courts with stunning ocean views. Play casually anytime or join a tournament, with beginner lessons available for newcomers. Complimentary equipment provided, weather permitting.



Pickleball At Sea

Holland America Line offers you a wide selection of lounges on board. In the Piano Bar, gather around and sing along as our pianist plays your favorites.

Piano Bar

Which is more delightful: the apple-pear saketini in your chilled glass or views of the sun going down in a crimson blaze? Enjoy both in this stylish hideaway – your destination for panoramic views and exotic cocktails, and just one of the wide selection of lounges and gathering places on board.

Tamarind Bar

Enjoy live music in this popular bar perfect for pre-dinner cocktails.

Ocean Bar

For aficionados, this is truly your whisk(e)y wonderland. At NOTES, a dedicated whisk(e)y bar guests can gaze in awe at the more than 120 labels on display — and sample some of the rarest whisk(e)y selections in the world. An interactive menu board and multiple tasting options are designed to identify uniquely personalized flavor profiles for every guest.

Notes

Holland America Line offers you a wide selection of lounges onboard. The panoramic view takes center stage in The Crow's Nest at the top of the ship, where you can relax just about any time of day and enjoy your favorite drink.

Crow's Nest

The Explorer’s Lounge is an elegant and refined space to enjoy a glass of wine, a cocktail, or your favorite liqueur.

Explorer's Lounge

This sophisticated venue is adorned with an eclectic and whimsical mix of artwork including portraits, landscapes, still life and abstract pieces. Order your favorite cocktail or try one from our signature cocktail menu created in partnership with our Master Mixologist Dale DeGroff, a James Beard “Who’s Who” inductee.

Gallery Bar

Holland America Line offers you a wide selection of lounges and gathering places onboard. Explore Mix for Champagne, Martinis, and Spirits and Ales.

Sip on a cool cocktail while basking in the sun and savoring stunning ocean views from the deck lounge chairs. A laid-back vibe with unbeatable scenery.



Sea View Bar

In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. This is the inspiration for our onboard Italian restaurant, Canaletto. Enjoy amazing Italian classics like braised chicken cacciatore al forno, branzino ai ferri or garlic shrimp ravioli. And for dessert: tiramisù, cannoli alla Siciliana, gelato, and more. Including pasta made fresh daily. Buon Appetito!

Canaletto

At Explorations Café, relax in a comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through one of the most extensive libraries at sea, view a wide array of audio and video programming, or simply read the morning paper. Guests can also enjoy fresh pastries and their favorite espresso drink.

Explorations Café

Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toasted brioche with our own trade-marked secret sauce. Savor a succulent Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog with golden French fries. Or choose a grilled chicken breast sandwich or juicy portabella mushroom stack. Dive-In is the perfect spot to dine poolside on the best burgers at sea.

Dive-In

Explore a world of intriguing culinary possibilities in the Lido Market. Steps from the Lido pool, this modern marketplace includes a curated selection of delicious options that you can grab on the go or have made to order: Breadboard, with freshly baked breads and pastries; Wild Harvest, offering a bountiful selection of hearty salads; Homestead, serving up comfort classics; Distant Lands, featuring global cuisine; Sweet Spot, for ice cream creations and desserts; Roasting Pan, hand-carved meats, fish and other hearty entrees; Perk, freshly brewed beverages and chilled juices; Quench, premium coffee, beer, wine, and soda available for purchase; Rise, savory quiches, croissants and sandwiches, and more.

Lido Market

For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable multi-course dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. Behind the scenes, our Culinary Council,® an elite team of seven world-renowned chefs,  and our talented onboard executive chefs have worked to bring each dish to perfection. For dinner, choose from classics such as Boneless Lamb Loin en Croute, Rosemary Roasted Chicken, as well as regionally inspired cuisine and artfully prepared vegetarian dishes. Enrich your journey with an extensive selection of wines, carefully selected by our Wine Curator, world-renowned wine critic James Suckling.

The Dining Room

Pinnacle Grill is the ultimate steakhouse at sea, where an exceptional menu and impeccable service make for one of finest meals you’ll ever have. The refined menu features a selection of 28-day wet-aged USDA Prime steaks — meticulously chosen to guarantee the finest quality — as well as classic steakhouse dishes and innovative recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef and Culinary Council® member, David Burke. Every dish is exquisitely prepared, beautifully plated and complemented by a vast collection of award-winning wines. Here, your meal is an event unto itself, a celebration of fine dining and a triumph of flavor.

Pinnacle Grill

We have partnered with BBC Earth to bring you unforgettable new ways to experience the world's natural wonders. Through the innovative and breathtaking programming, guests will be taken closer to the ocean and the natural world through groundbreaking concerts and films.

BBC Earth in Concert

Screening nightly in the movie theatre (on select ships) are recent-release films and perennially popular classics. You can also watch movies any time in your stateroom or suite. And aboard Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam, watch your favorite stars light up the night on a giant outdoor LED movie screen by the Lido Pool.

Movies On Board

Experience world-class entertainment at World Stage, featuring captivating lectures by local experts and thrilling performances from top acts like Step One Dance Company and Cantaré. On select ships, a two-story LED screen enhances the immersive experience.

World Stage

Highlights for kids ages 3 to 6 include “Painting Picassos,” and “Sing-Along Storytime,” as well as theme parties, such as “Dino-Mite Night” and “Ships Ahoy Pirate Treasure Hunt Adventure.”

Kids Programs (Ages 3-6)

From ice-cream eating contests to gaming tournaments and theme parties, tweens will have plenty to enjoy.

Tweens Programs (Ages 7-12)

Teen cruisers enjoy mocktail parties, karaoke and trivia contests, jewelry making, video games, staff vs. teens volleyball tournaments, themed events and more.

Teens Programs (Ages 13-17)

Club HAL activities are available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on port days. Lunch is available for participants between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Children must be registered and signed into and out of programming by a parent or guardian.

Port Day Activities

Children with special needs are invited to attend Club HAL activities based on their chronological age; our staff is trained to work with special needs children. Please let us know when booking your reservation.

Special Needs

Holland America Line's youth activities program, Club HAL, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff. They'll have an opportunity to join other kids their age for arts and crafts, sports, video game competitions, scavenger hunts, challenging team games and themed parties.

Club Hal

Designed to carry fewer guests while offering greater space, Zaandam is elegant and comfortable. Her décor is inspired by music and features musical instruments including signed guitars from Queen, Iggy Pop, Eric Clapton and the Rolling Stones and a Baroque-style pipe organ. While on-board, enjoy regional cooking demonstrations and food and wine tastings with EXC Port to Table. Rejuvenate at the Greenhouse Spa & Salon. Indulge at any of our fine dining venues.

Each voyage brings a guest chef on board to guide you through the culinary traditions of your destinations. Try local flavors at a food & wine tasting, add a new recipe to your repertoire at a live cooking demonstration or indulge your senses at a fine dining event. For those looking to continue their epicurean immersion on shore, guest chefs lead select shore excursions*, exploring local cuisines while sharing their gastronomic expertise in the field.*Shore excursions and fine dining events require an additional cost.

Port To Table

BBC Earth In Concert

Watch music shows and other entertainment like you never have before at World Stage. Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam bring the World Stage experience to the next level with a two-story, 270-degree wraparound LED screen. A perfect panorama of sight and sound.

Club HAL

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Zaandam

Explore Vallarta's most historic residential area -- the one that Elizabeth Taylor fondly referred to as Gringo Gulch at a time when the term not considered edgy. For better or for worse, the name has stuck well into the 21st century.

Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Madre mountains, San Sebastian boasts a remote location and historic appeal. This outing offers fantastic scenery and typical scenes of rural Mexican life, making the journey into the mountains both thrilling and relaxing. The town is like a living museum, untouched by time.

Journey by comfortable motor catamaran for one hour across the bay to Las Caletas -- former hideaway of movie director John Huston. Caletas is an idyllic paradise of small beaches and enchanting coastal havens.

Dying to join this spirited and entertaining tour of haunted San Diego? Hop aboard the Trolley of the Doomed to explore the birthplace of California.

Traveling by motorcoach, you'll head out along the waterfront Embarcadero and through the historical downtown area. Watch for the Victorian façades of the Gas Lamp Quarter.

Head into the rolling hills and mountains of Temecula to enjoy a relaxing day in one of California's premier wine-growing regions. For the past 50 years, the wineries here have pursued perfection both of well-known grape varietals and of some unusual and interesting Mediterranean varietals. Temecula is home to the largest concentration of wineries in southern California.

See the best of San Diego on land and in the water. Take your seat on the San Diego Seal Tour—an adventure that includes the most interesting sights on land and then heads straight into the bay without missing a beat or moving from your seat. The Seal is an open-air amphibious vehicle driven by an experienced captain and specially designed to be used on land and in the water. Each Seal is Coast Guard-approved and meets all passenger vehicle and department of transportation requirements to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone on board. Your 90-minute journey begins on the streets of San Diego and is narrated by the first mate, who lives in and loves San Diego and has a vast knowledge of things to do and see. You’ll hear about San Diego’s rich history and see the Maritime Museum where the Star of India—the oldest active sailing vessel in the world—is docked. Watch for the U.S.S. Midway, Lindbergh Field, Little Italy and many other San Diego attractions. Your tour then takes a fascinating turn as you drive straight into San Diego Bay. Gliding past resident San Diego sea lions, California brown pelicans, and several other wildlife species that call the bay home, you’ll take a leisurely cruise to witness the magnificence of the city from the water. See Point Loma with its beautiful mansions lining the hillside, the North Island Naval Air Station repair facility for fighter jets, the Point Loma Submarine Base, the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, the Marine Mammal Training Center and Shelter Island. Learn about San Diego’s interesting maritime past and present, including the tuna industry and the importance of the military in the city. This is your chance to go local and see firsthand, and from two different perspectives, 'America's Finest City.'

Here's your chance to enjoy the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Built on a hillside in beautiful Balboa Park, the zoo boasts the largest collection of flora and fauna in the United States.

Discover why the famed ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau called the waters around Cabo "the world's aquarium." This tour takes you beyond the hotel zone to secluded coves and isolated beaches for the ultimate snorkel excursion. It's the only snorkeling tour in Cabo San Lucas combining power snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and a comfortable high-speed boat ride.

Come smell the fresh salt air as you ride a horse alongside the mighty Pacific Ocean.

Anyone who has ever dreamed of seeing the marvels of the underwater world can learn to dive while in Cabo San Lucas. Don't miss this opportunity to explore a spectacular variety of underwater reefs, rock formations and colorful sea life. Scuba diving in the Sea of Cortes is an unforgettable experience, with caves, reefs, and sandfalls to explore.

Enjoy a beautiful drive along the oceanfront, past hotels and golf courses on the stretch of highway that connects Cabo San Lucas to the more colonial sister town of San José. Along the way your guide will share information regarding local culture, history and modern day Los Cabos.

Set out by comfortable motorized catamaran on a delightful coastal cruise to admire, from the boat, Cabo's breathtaking landscapes, unspoiled beaches and secluded coves.

Experience the beautiful coastline of Cabo San Lucas from two perspectives.

Journey into the unknown surrounded by unspoiled flora and fauna as you zip across a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on this adrenaline pumping outdoor adventure. A series of double zip-lines uses the most advanced techniques and safety equipment, including an upside-down zip-line option (for added safety).

Ensenada -- the self-proclaimed Cinderella of the Pacific -- is a colorful city with surprising charms, including a spring-like climate all year round.

Board an air-conditioned motor coach and head out off the harbor area. Your guide will tell you about the history of, and present-day life in, Ensenada.

Located just a few miles northeast of Ensenada, about 850 feet above sea level, is the Calafia Valley. This remote part of the Baja Peninsula is widely recognized as Mexico's best wine-growing area. It's about a 45-minute drive to two of Mexico's favorite wineries. As you travel, your guide will tell you about the history of Ensenada and the Baja area. You will also learn a little about local customs and traditions.

Find the ultimate gourmet experience for taco-lovers in Ensenada. Recognized by Food & Wine as the birthplace of the fish taco, this Baja peninsula port is home to extraordinary seafood. Experience the flavors and culture of the city while learning about the historical and current role of this vital fishing port.

Drive through the downtown and residential areas of Ensenada, passing the monuments of the old city, the research center and Plaza Civica, home of the largest Mexican flag in the country.

Take this chance to enjoy one of the major attractions in Ensenada. Board a motorcoach at the pier for a drive to the spectacular La Bufadora blowhole. La Bufadora is a naturally formed blowhole that shoots sea spray 60 to 100 feet into the air. It is quite impressive and makes for a great photo if you can capture the right moment.

A short drive from the pier brings you to the Guadalupe Valley, where you will gear up with an ATV (all-terrain vehicle) and listen as your guide delivers a detailed safety orientation. Then, put on your mandatory helmet and goggles and hop onto your very own single-seater ATV.

Embark on a full-day tour of three traditional villages. Your tour begins with a panoramic drive into the foothills of the rugged Sierra Madre mountains.

This is an ideal opportunity for bird-watchers and nature-lovers to spend a day in absolute relaxation.

Discover the Mazatlán that many visitors don't get to see. A mini-4x4 Rhino is the perfect vehicle to drive through the narrow streets of the Historic District.

The open-topped double-decker bus runs approximately every 30 minutes, so you can spend as much time as you like at each of its four designated stops, reboarding the bus whenever it suits you.

Adrenaline will be pulsing through your veins on this canopy adventure. Situated approximately one hour outside of Mazatlán, the sprawling La Vinata Los Osuna plantation is where blue agave is grown and processed into tequila. It is also home to this exhilarating tour

Fun for all ages, this tour begins with a drive up Vigia Hill. Take in the picture-perfect view from the coach -- the world’s tallest natural lighthouse, the offshore islands and Mazatlán’s scenic coastline.

You’re the captain now! Hop into a 14-foot custom mini-boat and take the wheel to explore among wildlife and modern architecture of the largest marina in México. This wonderful 1½-hour fully-narrated cruise introduces you to life on the water in Mexico

This exciting half-day excursion begins with a short walk to pick up a four-person, open-air, manual transmission (stick-shift) Jeep. Then, let the good times roll as you set out, driving caravan-style to explore the scenic countryside of Puerto Vallarta.

Jump into the beautiful, blue Pacific to snorkel or kayak at gorgeous Majahuitas Cove, accessible only by sea. Among beautiful landscapes, warm water and gentle surf, eco-conscious visitors will enjoy an abundance of sea life. From November through March, the bay attracts sea turtles, dolphins, giant manta rays and humpback whales.

Set out with a small group (maximum 28 privileged guests) for a more personalized experience on this outstanding day of discovery and adventure. Board a comfortable, all-weather, inflatable speedboat with an expert eco-guide -- the ultimate way to discover two traditional fishing villages and their spectacular beaches. Lush forest provides a spectacular backdrop to this area which is accessible only by sea.

Today you will walk along the dry riverbed of a canyon steeped in history. Along the way, your specialist guide will share native traditions and talk about the desert flora and fauna endemic to this area.

Conservationist Jaques Costeau once called the Sea of Cortez 'the largest natural aquarium in the world'. The local government has taken steps to protect the vast biodiversity found here by creating marine parks such as the one you'll visit today.

Your tour begins with a drive along the miles of desert coastline that fringe the rugged Baja Peninsula -- ideal for exploration.

Walk along Main Street, which was the very first paved road ever to exist in any of the California’s, seeing the houses from the late 19th century, the Town Hall building and the downtown plaza.

Travel by van for approximately one hour to San Javier -- the second-oldest town in both Californias.

A clambake is an authentic seafood specialty that you can try only in Loreto. To harvest Chocolata clams, divers swim about 500 yards off shore and then dive down 10-12 feet. An inner tube with a basket in the center serves to keep the harvested clams in water. The clams are placed on a bed of gravel with the shell opening pointing down. More gravel is placed on top, covering the clams. Dry branches of chamizo are spread over the gravel and set on fire. As the fire heats the shells the clams cook and open.

Take in stunning views of the Baja Peninsula as you cross from the Sea of Cortez to the Pacific Ocean. Your bilingual naturalist guide will explain how the peninsula was formed and brief you on the endemic flora and fauna you may see on the drive.

Discover a site where the impressive volcanic rocks of the eastern Baja Peninsula plummet into the Sea of Cortez, where you can snorkel and enjoy an extraordinary biological abundance and diversity. Balandra is a shoal bay where you can clearly see the bottom in more than 20 feet of water. This bay features eight attractive inlets and beautiful beaches -- one with the famous Mushroom Rock geological formation.

Travel 30 minutes by air-conditioned van to the El Serpentario Reptile & Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, where your naturalist guide shares his/her knowledge of the residents. Then, you will have free time to explore at your leisure.

Depart from Pichilingue and, as you travel to La Paz, you will see the surrounding desert as an intriguing, extremely beautiful ecosystem full of endless surprises. Over centuries, its flora and fauna have evolved endemic characteristics due to their relative isolation. Strange-looking valleys contain cardon and cirios cacti, elephant trees and thorny chollas forming a spiny green carpet on the sandy earth. Hawks, wrens, woodpeckers, roadrunners and Xantus hummingbirds live here, as well as desert bighorn, foxes, coyotes, pumas, desert mice and squirrels.

La Paz translates as 'peace' but it took the conquistadors almost 200 years to build their first settlement here in the face of stiff opposition from the Native population. Modern La Paz lives up to its name -- the capital of Baja California Sur is a lovely, welcoming city set on a calm bay along the Sea of Cortez.

One of the most impressive ocean creatures found here is the incredible whale shark, which is not a whale and barely qualifies as a shark, as it has a wonderfully docile nature. These immense creatures visit the warm waters off the coast of La Paz every winter, coming to feed and make the most of the abundant buffet of sea life in the bay.

Non-alcoholic beverage package	$8 - $17.95
Alcoholic beverage package	$54.95 - $59.95
Gratuities	$15.50 - $17
Wi-fi internet access	$10 - $20
Specialty dining	Varies
Spa packages & shore excursions	Varies

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12 Night Mexico Cruise

12 Night Mexico Cruise

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Zaandam

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12 Night Mexico Cruise

12 Night Mexico Cruise

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Zaandam

Included in your fare

Add-ons

Flights & hotels

Flights

Hotels

Departure info