Acapulco

Gaze in wonder as the world famous high cliff divers perform their daring leaps, plunging nearly 130 feet past jagged rocks into a small, surf-filled crevice. Enjoy a refreshing drink as you witness this spectacular event.

Cary Grant and Gregory Peck, to name but a few, graced Acapulco’s shores and filled the society pages and gossip columns. The Caleta was an area where the stars spent their holidays earning the title ‘refuge of the Hollywood gang’. Although the heyday is past, you can still see the traditional hotels and houses of yester-year. A stop will be made at Los Flamingos Hotel for light refreshment.

Taking you back to the days of pirates, your tour continues to the Fort of San Diego, which was built to stave off attacks by British pirates. The Historical Museum is located inside the Fort and contains interesting artefacts tracing Acapulco’s beginnings.

You’ll also pass the Convention Centre and Gardens and enjoy a visit to the Chapel of Peace, located in a picturesque position overlooking the bay. A view not to be missed.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning scenery of Acapulco Bay from the comfort of your boat. Gaze at Acapulco’s beautiful sandy beaches and its mesmerising azure blue waters. The captain will drop anchor for a short while and you’ll have the chance to marvel at the world famous high cliff divers, plunging nearly 130 feet past the jagged rocks into the narrow ravine. Cruise by the homes of the rich and famous. See the million-dollar residences located by the sea, such as the ‘Arabesque’, an imposing Arabian-style mansion, which featured in a James Bond movie.

During your time on board, enjoy some light refreshments of soft drinks or beer with an array of Mexican canapés.

Take advantage of your time in Acapulco and spend it at the fabulous Fairmont Pierre Marques Hotel. With the soaring mountains of the Sierra Madre on one side and the crystal blue Pacific on the other, this is the perfect venue to relax and unwind. Spend your time chilling by the pool, basking in the sun or strolling along the endless stretch of beach.

Indulge in a delicious buffet lunch, accompanied by a refreshing soft drink.

During your drive to the resort, you’ll stop at Acapulco Bay vantage point; no visit to this city is complete without a snapshot of this stunning view. You’ll also travel along Acapulco’s main avenue, as well as the scenic highway, passing by Puerto Marques Bay and the Black Lagoon.

Travel along the Main Avenue Costera, passing by the many hotels, restaurants, and shopping districts en route to the Scenic Highway. There will be a short stop for pictures at a panoramic vantage point.

Continue through to Las Brisas residential area to the Diamond Zone, passing by Puerto Marques Bay and the Black Lagoon where the first Tarzan movie was filmed. Next, you’ll be taken along the Costera Palmas and pass by the Acapulco Princess Hotel which resembles an Aztec pyramid and the Mayan Palace Hotel, probably one of the most beautiful properties in Acapulco.

At the peaceful Elcano Diamante beach club, baby turtles are awaiting to be released. Marine turtles are an endangered species. It has been estimated that for every 1,000 born, only one will reach the adult stage. Get ready and release your turtle into the ocean; liberate the rest of the nest and watch as they start their new life in the wild. You will be helping the conservation of the sea turtles. A true once in a lifetime experience. Afterwards, you’ll have some free time, with the opportunity to take a refreshing dip in the Beach Club pool, before the return drive to the port.

During your tour light Mexican snacks and a refreshing beer will be offered.

No visit to Acapulco would be complete without seeing the famous death defying cliff divers at La Quebrada. See the select few men who are willing to risk their lives as they plummet past the jagged rocks into the surging ocean below. Just before they take the long fall, they kneel at a little shrine to say a prayer. Hold your breath and watch in wonder as they spring out in a perfect flying arch, piercing the water at exactly the right moment. After the diving display a refreshment will be offered.

During your tour you’ll also enjoy a panoramic drive taking in Acapulco’s main boulevard lined with hotels, bars and restaurants. You’ll head as far as Diamond Acapulco, where new properties are rising and past the Black Lagoon, where Tarzan (Johnny Weissmuller) was filmed back in the 1950’s.

A short photo stop will also be made at the stunning Acapulco Bay Vantage Point. Snap the shot that should feature in everyone’s photo album - the spectacular blue-ringed bay, fringed with luxury hotels and beaches.

Embark on a scenic drive through the Mexican countryside to the state of Guerrero and the outskirts of the state capital city, Chilpancingo. Here lay the Tehuacalco Ruins, located between 4 prominent hills with an impressive backdrop. The 4 cardinal points were said to be of great importance to the lives of the Yope.

Upon arrival, you’ll be taken on a fascinating guided walking tour of the Ruins. The pre-Columbus archaeological zone is said to have peaked between 650 and 1100 AD. The monumental area is around 12 acres and supports 15 different structures. Amongst them you can recognise the great pyramidal base with remains of what appears to be a 7 metre staircase. During your tour you’ll also see moon marks and the sun observer, and gain an insight into the Yope Civilisation.

During your tour a bottle of water will be provided.

Vehicles with an English-speaking driver-guide are offered on tours shown below. No deviations to duration, venues if included, departure or return time can be made. This is a private vehicle; those accompanying you are family or friends with whom you agree to share costs. We do not match groups of passengers to form a private group for the vehicle. Vehicles and driver-guides are extremely limited and so early reservation is recommended to avoid disappointment. These are selected tour itineraries. The tour fare is per vehicle and only one person in the party should book a ticket. The entire cost of the vehicle and tour will be charged to that person’s onboard account and cannot be divided between the party. Once on board, you’ll receive a request for the names of each individual in your party. This information is required to allow your party to disembark the ship for the tour. Private tours are non-refundable once confirmed. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability and number of passengers in your party. Entrance fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities are not included unless otherwise stated.

Entrance to Cliff Divers and 1 refreshment included.

Vehicles with an English-speaking driver-guide are offered on tours shown below. No deviations to duration, venues if included, departure or return time can be made. This is a private vehicle; those accompanying you are family or friends with whom you agree to share costs. We do not match groups of passengers to form a private group for the vehicle. Vehicles and driver-guides are extremely limited and so early reservation is recommended to avoid disappointment. These are selected tour itineraries. The tour fare is per vehicle and only one person in the party should book a ticket. The entire cost of the vehicle and tour will be charged to that person’s onboard account and cannot be divided between the party. Once on board, you’ll receive a request for the names of each individual in your party. This information is required to allow your party to disembark the ship for the tour. Private tours are non-refundable once confirmed. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability and number of passengers in your party. Entrance fees, meals, refreshments and gratuities are not included unless otherwise stated.

Entrance to Cliff Divers and 1 refreshment included.