15-Day Panama Canal Cruise with Stops in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Central America

Get an up-close look at one of the most important international trade routes in the world, as well as stunningly gorgeous cities along the shorelines of Mexico, Costa Rica, and Central America during this 15-day Panama Canal cruise from iCruise.

When you’re not exploring the tropical ports of call or marveling at the still ingenious engineering of the canal itself, you’ll able to kick back in style during one of the many days at sea aboard the Norwegian Sun or Norwegian Jewel. Both ships feature onsite casinos, multiple pools, and numerous bars and lounges. After perusing all the duty-free stores in your ship’s shopping arcade or getting pampered at the onboard spa, you can grab unlimited bites with dining options that range from classic American fare to gourmet Italian cuisine. Entertainment lovers, however, may wish to cast their vote for the Norwegian Sun, as it boasts the longest operating cabaret bar at sea, as well as a two-story show lounge that hosts full-production spectacles. This cruise includes:

• 15-day cruise in an inside cabin, ocean-view cabin, balcony cabin, or mini-suite aboard the Norwegian Jewel or Norwegian Sun
• Shipboard credit per stateroom: $100 for inside cabin, $200 for ocean-view cabin, $300 for balcony cabin, and $400 for mini-suite

Book an inside cabin and choose ONE of the following extras. Book an oceanview, balcony or suite stateroom and pick TWO of the following extras.

• Ultimate beverage package (a $1106 value)
• Specialty dining package
• 250-Minute internet package
• $50 per port shore excursion credit

See day-by-day itineraries for San Diego to Miami (departing 9/30/2016), Miami to San Diego (departing 10/14/2016), Los Angeles to Miami (departing 11/25/2016), Miami to Los Angeles (departing 12/9/2016), and Los Angeles to Miami (departing 1/6/2017).

Where You’ll Stop Along the Way

Though the daily itineraries vary depending on the departure city and date, all of the cruises share these destinations in common:

• Panama Canal: You’ll spend an entire day cruising this enclosed waterway alongside dozens of freighters, tankers, and other boats who need to efficiently travel from the Atlantic to the Pacific (or vice versa). Along the way, you’ll marvel at the engineering prowess of the 19th- and early-20th-century engineers, who made it possible for the canal’s impressive lock system to raise and lower your 100,000 ton cruise ship.
• Cabo San Lucas, Mexico: With a location on the globe that sits 10 degrees below the Tropic of Cancer, this tropical burg on the southern tip of Baja California enjoys pleasant weather all year. Here, you’ll be able to sample local tequilas, dig into fresh, grilled seafood, and join a conga line at one of the many clubs.
• Acapulco, Mexico: The towering Sierra Madre del Sur mountains create a stunning backdrop to the tropical resort city’s beaches, night clubs, and world-class golf courses. Along the shore, you’ll also find the iconic La Quebrada cliff, which performers use as a launching spot for gripping 40-meter dives into the small cove below.
• Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala: As Guatemala’s largest port along the Pacific Ocean, this beachside district offers plenty of shopping opportunities for cruise ship passengers. More spots of interest, however, lie about an hour outside of the port, where you’ll find mountainous regions flush with coffee plantations, inactive volcanoes, and Mayan ruins.
• Nicaragua: Depending on the cruise you choose, you’ll either visit Corinto, which is known for its world-renowned white sand beaches and strikingly blue (and dangerous) waters, or San Juan del Sur—a beachy hub with a towering hillside statue of Christ that’s dotted with clapboard Victorian houses and tons of shops, clubs, and restaurants.
• Puntarenas, Costa Rica: Puntarenas is Costa Rica’s largest province, extending more than 500 miles from the Panama-Costa Rica border up to the Gulf of Nicoya. In Puntarenas, you’re never far from surfer-friendly beaches, national parks, and nature reserves, making the area a popular ecotourism spot.
• Cartagena, Colombia: Beyond the beaches, cafes, and salsa-centric clubs, you’ll find no shortage of fascinating history. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to sprawling plazas, well-preserved colonial architecture, and several museums.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What travel documents are required? Passports are highly recommended. If you do not have a passport an original or certified birth certificate and a valid ID such as a driver’s license is required. For non-US citizens passports and additional documentation are required.

2. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? The dates available are listed on each option.

3. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? You can either choose another date or be refunded by Groupon. We suggest calling iCruise Monday–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m. EST to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible so that you do not run into this problem.

4. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? This deal is priced per person, based on double occupancy. Triples and quads are on request. Please call 800-iCruise (800) 427-8473 to check on availability for triple and quad stateroom.

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