Tides of the Texaribbean Cruise - Itinerary
Relax on some of the world’s most envied beaches, marvel at how blue water can be, dive into a sunken Spanish galleon, swim with dolphins, and snorkel among a kaleidoscope of fish and underwater marine life. On shore, tour centuries-old forts, swing away on a championship golf course, or shop for bargains in street markets. Let Norwegian Cruise Line take you to your dream destination in the Caribbean. Beginning and ending in Houston, luxuriate in an ocean of Freestyle Cruising amenities aboard the Norwegian Sea. Stay physically active using the swimming pools, jogging track, or fitness center; and intellectually active with a book from the library, bidding at the art auction, or learning about Caribbean culture.
Explore the wealth of treasures at Cozumel – the ruins of Tulum rising from the ocean cliffs, the archaeological site San Gervasio, and the prime diving spot of Palancar Reef. Visit the Bay Islands of Honduras, inhabited by a melting pot of cultures. Just offshore, the Belizean Reef is one of the best preserved in the world. A Mayan civilization flourished in Belize many centuries ago, and a remarkable number of architectural treasures from that culture remain. Travel to Cancun, which in a little over 20 years has gone from being a sleepy fishing village to an exciting destination with a half-million people and irresistible beaches and turquoise waters.
The sequence of touring and days may be altered to adjust to religious holidays, special closings of sites, air schedule changes, etc. Hotels listed subject to availability. Meal inclusions may vary by departure.
DAY 1, HOUSTON/SAIL
We board the Norwegian Sea and acquaint ourselves with the facilities we will enjoy for the next seven days! We have time to settle into our comfortable cabins and unpack for the week before we sail about 4 p.m. (meals aboard ship)
DAY 2, AT SEA
Today gives you an opportunity to take advantage of the many amenities aboard your ship. Enjoy the swimming pools and hot tubs. Jog the track. Or work out in the 24-hour fitness center. Play basketball or volleyball. Spoil yourself at the exclusive spa on board. Learn about Caribbean culture. Play cards. Bid at the art auction. Shop for souvenirs. See a movie. Read a book from the library. Relax on deck. Or just enjoy the view. Do it all. Or do nothing. It's always up to you! (B,L,D)
DAY 3, COZUMEL, MEXICO
Located 12 miles off the coast of Mexico, Cozumel is a diminutive island with a wealth of treasures. San Gervasio is a prime archeological site where Mayan women prayed to the goddess of fertility. Nearby, the ruins of Tulum rise from the ocean cliffs on one side and are protected by massive stone walls on the other. Palancar Reef is a prime diving spot. (B,L,D)
DAY 4, ROATAN, BAY ISLANDS, HONDURAS
The inhabitants of Roatan are a mix of eight different cultures. The result is a boon to visitors who enjoy the wealth of tastes, sights and sounds that make up this exotic island. Just offshore is the Belizean Reef - considered one of the best preserved reefs in the world. (B,L,D)
DAY 5, BELIZE CITY, BELIZE
Long before the 17th-century powers began to fight over Belizean sovereignty, a Mayan civilization flourished here. Today, many of the architectural treasures from that last culture remain. Guests can opt for an excursion that will guide them through the ancient Mayan city of Altun Ha. (B,L,D)
DAY 6, CANCUN, MEXICO
A little more than 20 years ago Cancun was nothing more than a sleepy village of 120 fishermen. Today a half-million people make this a city full of exciting options. Take in a round of golf, scuba dive in the turquoise water or relax on the warm, soft beaches. (B,L,D)
DAY 7, AT SEA
Another day to enjoy shipboard activities. (B,L,D)
DAY 8, HOUSTON
We arrive back in the port of Houston this morning. (B)
