Bliss Cruise 2017

Itinerary

6 Days and 5 Nights

Leaving from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the ports for this cruise include Cozumel and Progreso; both located on the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. In each port, Bliss Cruise has arranged for clothing optional excursions which will be very popular. In Cozumel, enjoy Playa Mia where 1000 passengers will participate in this all-inclusive option. The warm turquoise waters of Progreso will be very enticing as you take a walk along the white sand beaches. *** All itineraries are subject to change without notice.

Cozumel, Mexico

Just off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula is Cozumel featuring great diving, snorkeling and beaches, marine-life encounters, botanical gardens, trails and shopping in the town of San Miguel. The Conquistadors first saw Mexico from the shores of Cozumel while searching for gold.

Today, visitors to the island continue to seek out gold and silver jewelry in the shops of San Miguel while having a great time in its many local bars and restaurants. Plus, the waters around Cozumel's sheltered coral reefs make this one of the best snorkeling areas in the world.

The nearby mainland is home to Tulúm, Mayan cliffside ruins overlooking the Caribbean. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the ruins of the ancient Mayan city, majestically perched above the turquoise Caribbean. The site was occupied as far back as 600 A.D. However, it was most densely populated around 1200 A.D.

You will be struck by the pyramid-shaped El Castillo, which dominates the city from atop a forty-foot cliff. The nearby Temple of the Descending God provides equally excellent insight into the architecture of the Mayan people, who gained considerable achievements in the arts and sciences, only to decline and vanish for no apparent reason.

Progreso, Mexico

Located on the Yucatan Peninsula, this hidden secret reflects the "real Mexico". Docking at the end of the 4-mile pier, there are shuttle buses to get you into the tranquil port. The promenade along the mile of white sandy beach is peppered with palapas and restaurants serving Mexican cuisine and markets with Mayan arts and crafts. The city of Merida is 22 miles away. It is a very cosmopolitan city with museums, art galleries, restaurants, shops and boutiques. It's famous for its hospitality and warmth of the people.

Easily the best known and well-restored of Yucatan Maya archaeological sites, Chichén Itza is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was named one of the "New Seven Wonders of the World." The ruins at Chichén Itza cover an area of 2.5 sq miles. Chichén Itza’s most impressive sights and structures are located in the central zone. Here you’ll find the Juego de Pelota (Ball Court), several platforms, temples and the spectacular El Castillo (Pyramid of Kukulkan), a massive 25m stone representation of the Maya calendar. Toltec warriors are represented in the carvings around the doorway at the top of El Castillo.

Other things to do:

• Visit the pink-hued limestone pyramids and temples of the Uxmal's Jungle Ruins.

• Stroll along Merida's tree-lined Paseo de Montejo, the city's main boulevard and most fashionable district.

• Enjoy the colonial architecture and sites of Merida during a sightseeing and shopping excursion.

• Get an inexpensive massage on the beach.

• Kayak through the mangroves and view the native flamingos.