Explora y reserva Princess Cruises 18 Night Transcanal Cruise en el Island Princess saliendo de Los Angeles, California el 17 may 2025 y terminando en New York, New York el 4 jun 2025 Navega hacia Los Angeles, California, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Santa Cruz Huatulco, Mexico, San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Fuerte Amador, Panama, Panama Canal, Panama, Port of Oranjestad, Aruba, Caribbean, New York, New York

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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.

Santa Cruz Huatulco, Mexico

San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua

A surfer's paradise, this bay is surrounded by rolling hills and offers golden beaches, seafood delicacies, and a chance to experience Nicaragua's laid-back coastal vibe.

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

A springboard to Costa Rica's tropical wonders, Puntarenas offers lush rainforests, exotic wildlife, and scenic Pacific coastlines. Whether it's zip-lining or bird-watching, cruisers can enjoy a taste of pure nature.

Fuerte Amador, Panama

Located at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador offers stunning skyline views of Panama City and access to Central American rainforests and indigenous cultures.

Panama Canal, Panama

This engineering marvel connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Cruising through the Panama Canal offers a unique perspective on its locks, surrounding rainforests, and importance in global maritime trade.

Port of Oranjestad, Aruba, Caribbean

Drop anchor at the Port of Oranjestad, the vibrant capital of Aruba. Known for its Dutch colonial architecture, colorful markets, and lively nightlife, Oranjestad promises an eclectic mix of culture and fun. Just a short distance away, pristine beaches and turquoise waters beckon visitors to indulge in water sports and sunbathing.

New York, New York

The iconic "Big Apple", New York City is a world unto itself. From the towering skyscrapers of Manhattan to the artsy neighborhoods of Brooklyn, it offers a never-ending whirl of culture, history, and urban adventures.

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Feel the court under your feet and the thrill of victory as you sink the ball in for two points. No matter your athletic ability, there’s nothing like shooting a few hoops out in the middle of the ocean as you watch the sun set and the stars come out. Our Sports Court is not only set up for basketball but also for volleyball. Pick up a game, compete against fellow guests for bragging rights, or start your own dream team.

Sports Court

Great art, like the destinations we visit, can be awe-inspiring. Peruse our extensive art gallery, or attend an art history lecture highlighting some of the world’s greatest masters. And don’t miss our exciting Champagne Art Auctions, which give you the chance to view and bid on a wide range of fine art, including pieces by famous artists like Thomas Kinkade, Peter Max, and Michael Godard. There is no charge to attend these lively events.

Art Gallery & Auctions

It’s no surprise The Shops are awarded “Best Onboard Shopping” from Porthole magazine year after year. On board, you’ll find a fabulous range of fine merchandise from brands like Swarovski, Chanel, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Lancôme, Calvin Klein, Citizen and Tissot, plus local crafts, keepsakes and souvenirs. And everyday tax- and duty-free savings can add up to as much as 30% off suggested U.S. retail prices.

The Shops of Princess

From gaming lessons to the latest slot machines to prize tournaments, our Casinos offer fun and excitement. If you enjoy blackjack, or “21,” and Texas Hold 'Em, our tables play by Vegas rules and if you relish the challenge of roulette, we offer the American version.

The Princess Casino

Want to just sit back with a cocktail and people watch? There’s plenty of seating and the bar menu features themed drinks from exotic destinations, specialty liqueurs and spirits offered nowhere else on board.

Explorers Lounge

Experience the timeless charm of Crooners bar, where a talented pianist serenades you with Sinatra-era classics, complemented by a menu of signature martinis and classic cocktails. Indulge in the "Rat Pack" vibe and let the music transport you to a bygone era of elegance and style.




Crooners Bar

The inviting piazza-style grand Atrium shines as the stunning centerpiece of each ship, the epicenter of luxury, excitement and fun. Stop by anytime, day or night, to find musicians, jugglers, acrobats, food carvers and a variety of other performers. Soaring multi-stories with a circular marble floor, stained-glass dome and magnificent floating staircase, the Italian-inspired Atrium is an ideal setting for relaxation, people-watching or simply having a cocktail or coffee with a friend.

The Atrium

A mixture of French, Spanish and African influences, New Orleans cuisine is one of the oldest culture-driven cooking styles in the U.S. Here, guests enjoy live jazz along with traditional Cajun and Creole dishes such as jambalaya and gumbo, along with steakhouse favorites.

Bayou Cafe & Steakhouse

For cappuccino, espresso and other coffee specialties, as well as fresh pastries throughout the day, head to La Patisserie for quick treats in a comfortable, casual sidewalk café-style setting. Savor a buttery croissant or your favorite cookie while sipping on a specialty coffee.

La Patisseria

Our Italian specialty restaurant has been voted one of the “Best Cruise Ship Specialty Restaurants” at sea by USA TODAY. Savor Sabatini’s authentic offerings featuring signature pastas, Italian wines and an irresistible selection of delectable desserts, all celebrating our Italian culinary heritage.

Sabatini's

Grilled Burgers and Dogs to Go. Follow your nose to the Deck Barbecue where the burgers are flipping and the hot dogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin’s and crisp fries. Veggie burgers, bratwurst and grilled chicken breast are also served and all are sure to hit the spot when you are relaxing out on deck.

The Bar & Grill

The Princess Pizzeria is conveniently located poolside for a casual bite while relaxing on deck or while watching Movies Under the Stars®. Serving the "Best Pizza at Sea" by USA TODAY, you’ll delight in the classic favorites like pepperoni and margherita, as well daily specialty pizzas.

Princess Pizzeria

Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey at The Chef’s Table, hosted by the ship’s executive chef, featuring an extravagant multi-course dinner perfect for special occasions, complete with a personalized menu and photo with the chef.


Chef's Table Experience

Our World Fresh Marketplace menu is offered in Horizon Court. Enjoy an endless selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. Indulge in a delightful array of worldwide cuisine, freshly baked breads and regional comfort foods, in a casual setting at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy fresh fruits, signature pastas and desserts galore along with your favorite beverages and customizable features like create-your-own salads and sandwiches.

Horizon Court

Even the littlest guests will delight in this whimsical, forest-themed world that inspires playtime and invites exploration. Kids, ages 3 to 7, can dance, enjoy pajama movie nights, create art projects like Animal Planet™ puppets and masks or compete in a Lego® boat-building contest.

The Treehouse (3-7)

Uniquely themed centers host engaging activities specially designed to help them play, huddle, create and discover.  In partnership with Discovery™, Princess has developed engaging new youth programming and wonder-filled centers designed for our youngest guests.  Places for young explorers to learn about the world and discover new interests.
Invitations to meet new friends and enjoy memorable experiences while sailing.

Camp Discovery

This contemporary lounge is "the place" for teens — perfect for hanging out and socializing with late-night movie viewing, hip hop dance classes, video game tournaments and sports competitions like dodgeball and basketball. But that’s just the beginning. They’ll dazzle on the red carpet with our Rock the Boat teens-only party, complete with awards and "mocktails."

The Beach House (13-17)

Inspired by the great outdoors, this cozy center keeps kids busy with games, dancing and kid-sized Olympic competitions. Their minds stay busy, too, with California Science Center programs like rocket building, or they can explore outer space with Stargazing and learning how to build a model roller coaster. Exciting events like talent shows, theme nights, and treasure hunts encourage new friendships and family togetherness.

The Lodge (8-12)

Rest assured, whether you've planned a day of exploring or a romantic night out, the group kidsitting at our Youth Centers offers your children between the ages of 3 and 12 plenty to look forward to. It's the perfect place for them to relax or play games with their friends. And the charge is just $5.00 USD per hour per child.

Parents Night Out

Named "Best Spa on a Cruise Ship" by Spafinder Wellness 365™, the Lotus Spa® offers a variety of relaxing treatments, such as facials, aroma stone therapy massages, detoxifying ocean wraps and an aromatherapy thermal suite. Or get ready for a night on the town at the salon which features women’s styling color, men’s haircuts and shaves, manicure and pedicure choices and teeth whitening.

Lotus Spa

The Lotus Spa Fitness Center offers fitness programs designed to help you maximize your wellness with Tour de Cycle, personal training and classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Body Sculpt Boot Camp, Results Based Training and TRX suspension training. The Lotus Spa Fitness Center also features state-of-the-art equipment so you can tone on your own.

Lotus Spa Fitness Center

Treat yourself to tranquility at The Sanctuary, an exclusive adults-only oasis where you can unwind with signature beverages, light meals, and al fresco massages while Serenity Stewards cater to your every need, from chilled face towels to refreshing Evian water atomizers.


The Sanctuary

Island Princess is your own private retreat on the sea. Whether you crave relaxation or exhilaration, you'll find the soothing Lotus Spa®, live entertainment, gourmet cuisine, casino gaming and more. And for a special treat, try the Bayou Café and Steakhouse, which features New Orleans-inspired Cajun and Creole cuisine.

Step into Crooners bar and be transported to the classic Sinatra era, made complete with a top notch pianist singing tunes and tickling the ivories. The “Rat Pack” atmosphere and famous menu of signature martinis, and old-school mixed drinks will have you crooning.

Follow your nose to the Deck Barbecue where the burgers are flipping and the hot dogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin’s and crisp fries. Veggie burgers, bratwurst and grilled chicken breast are also served and all are sure to hit the spot when you are relaxing out on deck.

Taking dining to a new level, the Chef’s Table Experience includes pre-dinner cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the galley for you and a limited number of fellow guests. After your executive chef describes the specially designed menu for the night, participants are escorted to an intimate table for the main course, including pairing suggestions. Each couple receives a personalized autographed copy of Princess’ best-selling cookbook, a handwritten copy of the special menu and a complimentary photo.

ven the littlest guests will delight in this whimsical, forest-themed world that inspires playtime and invites exploration. Kids, ages 3 to 7, can dance, enjoy pajama movie nights, create art projects like Animal Planet™ puppets and masks or compete in a Lego® boat-building contest.

With your overall wellness in mind, we’ve collaborated with board-certified sleep expert Dr. Michael Breus to create the ultimate in blissful comfort. Our luxurious new beds feature a scientifically engineered mattress and bed springs, a plush two-inch pillow top, European-inspired duvets and 100% luxurious Jacquard-woven linens-to assure that at the end of your voyage, you come home feeling refreshed and renewed.

To prepare our guests for the ultimate night of restful sleep at sea, we consulted with board-certified sleep expert Dr. Michael Breus to optimize our staterooms for a sleep-friendly sensory experience, from the bedding to even SLEEP-friendly evening meals on board. He explains, "Sleep is a sensory experience. In fact, all five of your senses must be prepared for slumber in order for sleep to come easily and last all night long."

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Board your motorcoach at the pier and cross the Vincent Thomas Bridge as you journey towards your destination of Long Beach. Your drop off point is nearby to shopping, restaurants as well as one of the top attractions of Long Beach - the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Despite its humble beginnings as a little pueblo, Los Angeles has become one of the most vibrant and progressive cities in the world - rich in ethnic diversity and sizzling culture. Not to mention it is the international headquarters of the glamorous movie industry!

A picture-perfect beach town, Santa Monica is a coastal community west of downtown Los Angeles. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica is anchored by the nostalgic Santa Monica Pier, a colorful beachfront boardwalk featuring arcade games, street vendors and amusement rides, including the historic Looff Hippodrome Carousel. Soak up the sunshine with a stroll along the sand or peruse the boutiques along the Third Street Promenade, a fashionable tree-lined outdoor shopping venue with trendy stores and a plethora of outdoor cafes.

Acclaimed as the world's only active, urban Ice Age excavation site, the tar pits are home to over one million Ice Age fossils, from a Columbian mammoth tusk to the tooth of a baby mouse. Outside, you can see tar that has seeped up from the ground over tens of thousands of years. Inside, you can encounter some of the Earth's most awe-inspiring mammals and discover how humans shared the frozen tundra with beasts during the "Titans of the Ice Age 3D" film. Learn how animals got trapped in the tar and how it preserved the bones of trapped animals over the centuries. Want to know how easy it was to get stuck in the sludge? Try your hand at the Tar Pull and you can see how difficult it would have been for giant mammoths, mastodons, seven-foot-tall camels, saber-toothed tigers and other Ice Age mammals to get trapped in the tar.

In 1914, a former clothing store owner named Carl Laemmle paid a whopping $3,500 to purchase land in California for his burgeoning film studio. A 100 years later, Laemmle's little studio is the world's largest film and television studio: Universal Studios. And the land he purchased encompasses not only the studio but the renowned Universal Studios Theme Park and the massive City Walk entertainment complex.

Los Angeles is one of the most vibrant cities in the world-rich in ethnic diversity and sizzling culture-not to mention it is the international headquarters of the glamorous movie industry! Delve into the history and glamour of the breathtaking "City of Angels" with Star Track Tours, which features new, state-of-the-art vehicles. Your route features all of the famous Beverly Hills and Hollywood highlights, so keep your camera at the ready.

What a great way to get to know The Big Apple. You set your own itinerary with the hop-on hop-off option, which allows you to simply hop off at the stop you want and return to any stop to continue your tour.

Thrill to the glitz and glamour of New York City after dark in this dramatic, nighttime tour. The excitement begins at the pier, where you'll board your comfortable transportation and embark on a scenic tour of one of the most iconic cities in the world.

Your excursion begins at the pier where you'll board your air-conditioned transportation and travel to the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge. Here, you'll start your walk across the Brooklyn Bridge that spans the East River. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of New York Harbor. Learn about the history of the bridge, the boroughs it spans and the Roeblings, the family that built it. There are benches and historic plaques along the way that your guide will point out, offering a perfect opportunity to pause and take in the impressive views. A multitude of photo opportunities abound: the New York skyline, the nearby Manhattan Bridge, or look skyward and you may spot one of the Peregrine Falcons that sometimes perch on the bridge cables.

Your introduction to New York City begins with a coach transfer to Lower Manhattan during which a knowledgeable, licensed NYC guide will offer entertaining commentary and point out major sights.

See the sights of New York's most populous borough on our Explore Brooklyn tour. Hop on the purple route from 4 different stops, and learn more about the history and culture of this fascinating neighborhood from our English-speaking guides or pre-recorded commentary (available in 10 languages). The tour is approximately 90 minutes in duration.

Immerse yourself in the magic of New York City with this full-day, guided tour. Your excursion begins at the pier where you'll board your air-conditioned transportation before heading to Manhattan for a narrated tour of the Big Apple.

Your excursion begins at the pier where you'll board your air-conditioned transportation and drive to Battery Park at the southern tip of Manhattan. Here, you'll board the ferry for Liberty Island. On the cruise over, take in the sites of New York Harbor, including beautiful views of the city, Staten Island, New Jersey and the gorgeous skyline in the distance. Upon arrival at Liberty Island, get up close for a walk around the base of this magnificent, larger-than-life "Lady Liberty." You'll have enough time to visit the gift shop and view some of the exterior exhibits (exterior visit only). Your tour guide will provide details about the statue, its completion in 1886 and the interesting story behind the statue.

Your unforgettable experience begins as you board your transport headed to the Dolphin Adventure Center, where you'll be introduced poolside to the family of dolphins. Then, kids will get to touch and interact with the dolphins in a 30-minute session lead by an experienced dolphin trainer on a shallow shelf in a specially designed maternity pool.

Your journey begins as you board your air-conditioned transportation traveling past Marina Vallarta enroute to the rural countryside.

The downtown core of Puerto Vallarta, known as "El Centro," charms with a classic atmosphere, an iconic church tower, old-world cobblestone streets, and a pretty town plaza. A guided stroll introduces the cultural and historical highlights of this lively area. Take in the Malecon boardwalk and see the glamorous residential area with its stately colonial homes set into the hillside. The neighborhood was made famous by Hollywood actress and resident Elizabeth Taylor, who affectionately referred to the enclave as "Gringo Gulch." Walk down a spacious staircase, and you're suddenly in the tropical paradise of Cuale Island, a shady oasis surrounded by the Rio Cuale.

Discover all the color, charm and excitement of Puerto Vallarta when you board your air-conditioned transportation and settle in for a relaxing day of sightseeing. Puerto Vallarta blooms with artistic color and Mexico's warm charm. Known for its varied architecture, sparkling beaches and festive atmosphere, it welcomes you with an easy mix of man-made sights and natural beauty

A traditional neighborhood with friendly locals and a laid-back atmosphere, El Pitillal has a main square, church and bustling marketplace. Strolling musicians, colorful cultural events and the tantalizing aromas of authentic food add fun and spice to the atmosphere.

A cultural project founded by the Avilez Vitro brothers, members of an esteemed mining family, this fascinating interactive museum offers guided tours through four stations that are designed to represent different Mexican mine experiences: opal, silver, gold and quartz. In this unique sensory experience that recreates the sounds and feelings of being in an abandoned mine, don a lighted helmet and travel through replicated mineral mines set deep within an imaginary mountainside. You'll learn the different extraction processes of the gems and minerals.

Your journey begins as you board your air-conditioned transportation at the pier and head to downtown Puerto Vallarta for a walking tour that includes the popular Malecon, Mexico's Boardwalk, as well as the central plaza, the Sea Horse statue, City Hall and the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

A sprawling four hectares, the Canal Expansion Observation Center is an expanse of parklands with terraces and both open and covered platforms that can accommodate 400 visitors. Take in panoramic views of magnificent Gatún Lake and the new waterway system, called New Panamax that accommodates larger ships. This massive undertaking, the largest project since the canal's original construction, is impressive and will have a direct impact on the global economy and international trade by doubling the waterway's capacity and increasing the size and scale of the vessels that can pass through its system. Visitors can watch an informational movie and peruse the photo gallery then climb to the top of the lookout, 60 meters above sea level. Built above the treetops, it affords sweeping vistas of the area's natural splendor. Nearby, adventurers can walk through a nature path that leads into the woods to admire the lush flora and fauna.

A comfortable, air-conditioned transportation greets you at the pier and your guided tour begins as you drive along the Amador Causeway to Panama Viejo (Old Panama). Founded in 1519, the city was a crucial port for treasure-laden Spanish ships. This scenic, yet acquainted excursion takes you to the ruins of the churches, colonial palaces, bridges and military buildings that attest to country's grand past.

Board your air-conditioned transportation for a scenic drive to the magnificent Chagres National Park. Your guide will share the area's history and culture and discuss the lives of the native people who call this lush rainforest home.

Board your air-conditioned transportation for a drive along Amador Causeway on your way across the isthmus to the boat landing on the shores of Gatun Lake. Here you board your tour boat to explore the lake up close. Created in 1907, Gatun Lake is one of the largest man-made lakes in the world. Journeying at water level inside the Panama Canal is an awe-inspiring experience. The powerful tankers and container ships are a sight to behold and this intimate view of the Gatun Lake canal system is something only a small boat can provide. As you make your way through the labyrinth of islands that dot Gatun Lake, the abundance of wildlife and the density of the rainforest immediately impress you.

Board your air-conditioned transportation and drive to the Gamboa Rainforest Resort located at the mouth of the Chagres River. Here, you'll meet your tour boat for a cruise through the canal and the labyrinth of jungle covered islands located in Gatun Lake. The abundance of wildlife and the density of the rainforest immediately impress you. Your naturalist guide will orient you to the area, discuss the flora and fauna, and help you to spot the animals as they move through their natural habitats.

On the banks of the Chagres River and Panama Canal, the Gamboa Rainforest Resort is an enchanted hideaway offering a stunning eco-tourism experience. Enjoy ample time to explore the many exhibits devoted to the forest ecosystem, including the orchid gardenand butterfly display before boarding your aerial tram for the approximately 20-minute ascent through the forest canopy.

After the conquest of the Inca Empire in the 16th century, the Spanish tried to find a direct route for gold shipments to the Old World. The long and painstaking trek began on the Pacific coast, where gold was loaded onto mules and carried overland. Upon reaching Portobelo on the Atlantic Ocean the gold would be loaded onto ships bound for Spain. Centuries later, American schooners carrying trade around the world would make the 8,000 mile journey around Cape Horn, the southern tip of South America. Not until the 20th century would there be an easier way to traverse Panama.

Costa Rica really does have it all. Colorful towns, a vibrant history, friendly people and amazing countryside, all waiting to be discovered by the adventurous tourist. This half-day tour is a fantastic way to experience this laid-back paradise with the minimum of walking but with maximum fun.

Tucked in the picturesque rolling mountains of Naranjo, the 640-acre coffee plantation grows high-quality Arabica beans. The cooperative was established over 40 years ago, and it is composed of more than 2,500 farmers from throughout the region. During your tour of the plantation and processing plant, you'll learn how the organic coffee is grown, cared-for, harvested, and processed and may even see workers picking from the or taking care of the final process of preparing and packing the coffee for exporting purposes. After a visit to an authentic replica of a Costa Rican laborer house, you'll learn how cacao was toasted, grinded and turned into delicious chocolate by Costa Rican ancestors.

Your half-day of natural wonder begins when you board a comfortable transportation and sit back to watch the scenery go by on a one-hour journey to the Jungle Crocodile Safari. Along the way, take in lush vegetation and quaint villages as you travel countryside and coastal roads.

This unique tour, expertly narrated by a local guide, is an absolute must for bird watchers, conservationists and nature lovers. At Puntarenas pier you will board your air-conditioned transportation for the delightfully scenic drive to the mouth of the Tarcoles River, located near the Carara Biological Reserve. Here, you will board your covered river boat for an approximately two hour cruise along the stunning Guacalillo Estuary. Your friendly guide will provide a fascinating ongoing commentary as you glide along the waters of the estuary, world renowned for its rich bird life. This particular mangrove forest, one of the most important in the mid-Pacific Coast, is home to the endangered Scarlet Macaw.

This delightful day-long excursion will enthrall young and old as you discover the Costa Rican countryside, and the beautiful Corobici River, on a gentle, family-friendly rafting adventure.

Travel a route carved out of the lush jungle once used to transport the country's most valuable exports from the highlands to the coastal ports. Newly restored cars with large, picture windows offer captivating views of charming villages and some of the region's most spectacular countryside. To enhance the journey, your guide will entertain you with stories of the vintage train's early history and the obstacles facing the railroad's builders, who had to contend with rugged terrain and dense jungle.

Nestled within the Central Valley, San Luis is a cloud forest of intense natural beauty. All cloud forests are unique but are characterized by their extremely high humidity, receiving precipitation from the atmospheric clouds and mist. This abundance of moisture creates an incredible biodiversity, and visitors can explore this lush ecosystem on guided nature walks as well as on a series of suspension bridges which cover more than a half mile of the cloud forest. Each bridge spans between 95 and 253 feet and is 126 feet above the ground. As you traverse the area, you'll be entertained by tweeting birds as you pass an abundance of indigenous flora and fauna.

Your excursion begins at the pier where you will board a comfortable, air-conditioned transportation and depart San Juan del Sur for an exciting and informative half-day journey of discovery of Nicaragua. Sit back and enjoy a scenic drive past lush landscape as your knowledgeable guide regales you with information about the region's history and the local flora and fauna that flourish here.

Your excursion begins at the pier where you will board a comfortable, air-conditioned transportation and, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, set off through the lush Nicaraguan landscape. Sit back and enjoy the verdant landscapes populated with unique countryside,as you journey across this wondrous "Land of Lakes and Volcanoes".

This popular and professionally run eco-friendly zip line tour is fun for the whole family. An adrenaline-pumping adventure will have you soaring through an awe-inspiring forest canopy suspended on cables and pulleys that make you feel as though you are actually flying. With 16 platforms and a 1.5-mile (2.5-km) route, it's one of the biggest zip lines in Nicaragua. Nature lovers will enjoy monkey sightings and bird-watching opportunities throughout the course, and the views across beautiful San Juan del Sur Bay are breathtaking.

After meeting your guide at the pier you'll board your air-conditioned transportation bound for the colonial city of Granada. Sit back and enjoy the expert commentary as you pass the sights during your scenic 90-minute ride. But before you arrive in Granada you'll stop in the village of La Virgen, one of the few places where you can get an up close look at Lake Nicaragua, Central America's largest lake. The island you see rising from the center of the lake is Ometepe, a UNESCO Biosphere Preserve and home to two majestic volcanoes.

Also known as La Gran Sultana, Granada was founded in 1524 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Hernández de Córdoba. It is situated near the famous Lake of Nicaragua and behind the Mombacho Volcano. Since its foundation, this city has survived attacks and invasions from Spanish, English and Dutch pirates. It is the oldest city in mainland America.

Begin your rigorous, full day volcano adventure by boarding a comfortable, air-conditioned transportation at your pier in San Juan del Sur. Sit back and enjoy the beauty of the passing countryside as your knowledgeable guide points out areas of interest and regales you with the colorful history of the gorgeous and mysterious country that is Nicaragua. Your scenic drive will take you to the base of the stunningly beautiful Mombacho Nature Reserve. This reserve, unique for its rich bio-diversity and outstanding vistas, is a popular tourist destination and home to a biological center. From here you will transfer to a 4WD truck and travel over 3,200 feet in elevation to the top of the magnificent Mombacho Volcano. The drive itself is worth the trip as you will climb grades of up to 40 percent through several types of forest ecosystems: a drier tropical forest, semi-moist broad leaf tropical forest, and a spectacular and very rare cloud forest.