Pacific Sun-Drenched Run – Cabo & Mazatlán

About this cruise

No complicated itinerary, no back-to-back transfers, just the ports, the ship, and the sea in between. This 7-night sailing from Los Angeles on October 17, 2026 visits Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlan. You do all the exploring first, then the last few days are at sea. It's like a built-in wind-down. Mayan ruins, colourful markets, and Pacific sunsets. The Mexican Riviera earns its repeat visitors. Of the stops, Puerto Vallarta tends to be the one people talk about: Cobblestone streets, Pacific sunsets. Around 8 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Virgin Voyages runs this one on Brilliant Lady, and it's a good match for the route. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.