ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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7:00 PM
Embarkation day. Crystal Serenity sails at 7:00 PM.
9 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
CrystalCrystal Serenity
Crystal Serenity
December 12, 2026
9-Night The Americas & Caribbean aboard Crystal Serenity · Departing December 12, 2026 from the Port of Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica.
Interior from$4,059/ guest· Prices updated Oct 10, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Crystal Serenity December 12, 2026 Cruise Overview
Crystal Serenity leaves Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM and ends in San Diego, California on Monday, December 21 at 7:00 AM: 9 nights with 5 ports of call (San Juan Del Sur, Acajutla, Zihuatanejo/ixtapa, Manzanillo and Puerto Vallarta) and 3 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Crystal Serenity. The lowest fare today is $4,059 per person for an oceanview cabin (about $451 a night). Since we started tracking it in February 2025, the oceanview fare has ranged from $3,168 to $5,000; today’s is $891 above the lowest. December averages 90°F highs and 69°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Crystal Serenity December 12, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Crystal Serenity December 12, 2026 Price & Tracking
CRYSTAL SERENITY·DECEMBER 12, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the Crystal Serenity cruise ship departing December 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $4,059 ($451 per night) for a Oceanview Cabin. Compared to the average price of $4,219 ($469 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 4%.
Crystal Serenity cruise departing December 12, 2026 — 9-night itinerary. Current Oceanview Cabin price: $4,059 ($451 per night). Average price: $4,219.
// PRICE HISTORY · OCEANVIEW
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $4,280
LIVE RATE
OCEANVIEW CABIN
Crystal Serenity · December 12, 2026
$4,059
$451 per night · 9 nights
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5% below average
Avg $4,280 · You save $221
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// 03 · ITINERARY
9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (Puerto Caldera To San Diego) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 12, 2026
All 10 days of the Crystal Serenity December 12, 2026 cruise, including 3 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (Puerto Caldera To San Diego) Port List
Crystal Serenity·December 12, 2026
Day 4 · Tuesday · Dec 15
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Serenity — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.
Day 8 · Saturday · Dec 19
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Serenity.
Day 9 · Sunday · Dec 20
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Serenity.
// 05 · WEATHER
9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (Puerto Caldera To San Diego) Weather Forecast
Crystal Serenity·December 12, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT PUERTO CALDERA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Puerto Caldera Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Crystal Serenity itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
7 PORTS OF CALL·199 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
// NO INVENTORY · PUERTO CALDERA
We don't hold any excursions in Puerto Caldera yet.
This is your embarkation day — most of it is boarding and the terminal. If you have time before the muster drill, the port guide covers what’s walkable.
READ THE PUERTO CALDERA PORT GUIDEPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Crystal Serenity sails December 12, 2026, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (Puerto Caldera To San Diego)
Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
Travelers at Puerto Caldera should stay cautious, especially in less populated areas, and consider organized tours for enhanced safety.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers should remain vigilant in San Juan del Sur due to moderate safety concerns, including petty crime and occasional violence, especially at night.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers should exercise caution in Acajutla due to high crime rates and consider guided tours for a safer experience.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa should stay in well-trafficked areas and remain vigilant against petty theft and opportunistic crime.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Manzanillo should stay vigilant and stick to busy tourist areas to minimize risks of petty crime while enjoying the destination.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Crystal Serenity Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCRYSTAL
TONNAGE
68,870GT
37.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 50,020 GT
YEAR BUILT
2003
7 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 1996
LENGTH
—ft
—· vs avg — ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,096cruisers
9.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,003 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Crystal Serenity has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 68,870 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Crystal Serenity is included in Crystal's Serenity class. At full capacity, the Serenity holds 1,096 passengers. That includes 1,096 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Serenity total number of staterooms is 0.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCrystal Serenity·December 12, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
