For those of you new to cruising, you may not be aware of shore excursions. They are certainly not mandatory, you can walk off the ship and tour the city on your own, choose another tour from Royal Caribbean's selection or arrange something private. (Just make sure to make it back on board on time). They are all available to purchase and we have left the current pricing of some suggestions below. Some folks even consider staying on the ship while everyone else is off touring. It's like having your own yacht and serving staff.
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ROATAN - Known as the second largest barrier reef, this country offers more than just white sand beaches and beautiful waters. Roatán cruises provide access to laid-back beach towns and secluded shores. On the Big Island, you can mingle with monkeys and “Jesus” lizards, snorkel with stingrays, and zipline through rainforest canopies.
If it’s culture you crave, the island’s unique and vibrant blend is more than satisfying— made up of ex-pat sun seekers, Hondurans from the mainland, descendants of European settlers, and Garífuna, whose Afro-Carib-Arawak heritage still flavors centuries-old communities like Punta Gorda. If you seeking a Roatan adventure, please visit the Royal Caribbean shore excursions for this island. |
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COSTA MAYA - We will host a private (SHC guests only) shore excursion visiting the ancient Mayan ruins of Chacchoben. Excavated in 1994 and opened to the public 2003, it is one of the newest Mayan discoveries. This event allows our guests to participate in a healing and blessing ceremony on these sacred ancestral lands. Even the food will remind you of the ancients as you are served an authentic Mayan lunch. The cost for this shore excursion is $95 and conducted by ShoreTrips.com and must be purchased via their website and using our link to be in our group.
Or you might choose... COSTA MAYA - An exciting event in this port might be the Mayan Healing Ritual where you are lead by a Xaman (a wise woman) The purification ceremony consists of 5 steps leaving you spiritually opened and ready for growth. After this experience, you will have time to enjoy our exclusive VIP club at the port. Tour Includes: Mayan Ritual Cleansing, Lounge chairs (based on availability) and Pool Facilities. Excursion is $89 and conducted by Royal Caribbean and must be purchased via their website. |
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COZUMEL - An exciting Mexican tradition is the Dia De Los Mueatos, a celebration of the deceased. Now you can learn the details of this mysterious ceremony and even participate in the practice during this tour excursion.
Delve deep into authentic Mexican cultural traditions and flavors on a 2.5-hour trip to the Mayan Cacao Company, where you'll eat local dishes, and engage in Dia De Los Muertos rituals including an altar-decorating contest. A spread of delicious snacks awaits you at the Mayan Cacao Company. Sample flavored Mexican chocolate, sweet bread, masa-wrapped tamales, fried codzitos and more regional bites. Then step inside a traditional Mayan hut to experience the celebratory essence of Dia De Los Muertos, a national Mexican holiday that remembers the dead who have passed on. Excursion is $64 and conducted by Royal Caribbean and must be purchased via their website. Or you might choose... COZUMEL - Explore Cozumel's illustrious native Mayan civilization as you scour archaeological ruins before delighting in the island's breathtaking white-sand beaches. Tour the ruins of San Gervasio alongside a guide, viewing the holy space where Mayans gathered to worship goddess Ix Chel. Enjoy a scenic motor coach ride, admiring the spectacular crystal-clear Caribbean oceanfront vistas on your drive. Spend 1.5 hours beach side at your leisure, swimming in dazzling turquoise waters, sunbathing along the shore, or sipping tropical cocktails. Excursion is $89 and conducted by Royal Caribbean and must be purchased via their website.
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