Panama Canal Cruises: Excursions

Soak up the views on the scenic Skyride to Paradise Point. The Skyride takes you approximately 700 feet above sea level to one of the most amazing views in the Caribbean. Enjoy a panoramic vista of the harbor, cruise ships and the hillside town of Charlotte Amalie. The round-trip Skyride ride is 15 minutes, allowing plenty of time at the top to relax with a frozen drink or lunch. The Skyride is located directly across the street from the Havensight Mall. Come at your leisure, as the Skyride runs continuously. Note: There are 25 steps at the Skyride entrance and 10 at the top not including the optional Nature Trail. Children under 5 years of age are free. less

Enjoy a leisurely paced walking tour of Cabo San Lucas. Explore a part of Cabo that many never see, such as the famous Cabo Wabo and the incredible buys at the local flea market for starters. After a brief walk from the pier with your tour guide, your first stop is a very folkloric street where your warm up for shopping will take place. Then it’s off to the church of San Lucas - a small catholic church built in 1730 by Spanish missionaries. Across the street is the main park in town where you’ll enjoy a popsicle and walk to the town square to learn about the culturally rich background of Cabo. View real whale skeletons set up on display and visit the local Cabo San Lucas museum. Follow your guide down a scenic side street on your way to a popular Mexican restaurant to enjoy a complimentary, non-alcoholic beverage and after a brief stop there continue past the legendary Cabo Wabo Cantina owned by the 1980s rock star Sammy Hagar of the famed rock band Van Halen. Move on to the local market and try your bargaining skills, from hammocks to clothes, trinkets to leather goods, talavera pottery and much, much more…you’ll find all the souvenirs you need at the flea market. You’ll have free time to shop before heading back to the pier with your guide. less

Enjoy a scenic ride to breathtaking Drakes Seat, with stunning views of the nearby British Virgin Islands. Celebrated as one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world, Magen’s Bay is the perfect getaway. Enjoy approximately two hours on this one-mile, palm-fringed white-sand beach. On the beach there are showers and restroom facilities and snack bar. Note: Beach chairs and floats are available for rent at an additional charge. A credit card is required for rentals. less

Experience Puerto Vallarta in all its glory. Travel along the main highway to Old Town, along the city’s cobblestone streets for a stop at City Hall and the Cathedral of the Lady of Guadalupe. Pass the elegant area of Conchas Chinas on your way to the southern end of town. Finally, stop at a charming restaurant for a complimentary beverage before heading to Old Town for some shopping. You’ll be assigned a time to rejoin your coach for the return trip to your ship. You may choose to stay in town on your own or return to your ship. Note: Short pants are not permitted in the cathedral. less

Tag along with your family and loved ones and watch them have the experience of a lifetime. Afterwards you’ll enjoy lunch with them at the dolphin marina and have the opportunity to purchase souvenirs as well. This option lets you participate as an observer at any of the dolphin tours we offer, except the Dolphin Trainer for a Day. less

Explore the rich and scenic beauty of Jamaica from downtown Ocho Rios to the top of the lush and fertile Blue Mountains. Drive through Ocho Rios to St. Ann's Bay, the original Spanish capitol of the island. Stop at the Christopher Columbus statue and the Lady of Perpetual Help Church where you will learn how construction of this church started in 1534. Next stop is High View Point in the lush green hills overlooking Ocho Rios where the panoramic view is amazing making a great photo opportunity. From here you will travel through the dense rain forest of Fern Gully, which used to be an old riverbed and is now home to more than over 500 varieties of tropical ferns. Next sojourn to an authentic artist village where you will be able to see beautifully handcrafted items made from a variety of natural materials. Then continue on to Bamboo Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. You will be given a welcome drink and escorted to a complimentary chair on the beach. Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, listening to reggae music or simply reading a book. Additional drinks and food are available at the beach restaurant. There will be a stop for shopping at an NCL recommended store on the way back to the pier. less