ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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7:00 PM
Embarkation day. Crystal Serenity sails at 7:00 PM.
9 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · San Diego, California
CrystalCrystal Serenity
Crystal Serenity
December 30, 2026
9-Night The Americas & Caribbean aboard Crystal Serenity · Departing December 30, 2026 from the Port of San Diego, California.
Interior from$8,019/ guest· Prices updated Oct 13, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Crystal Serenity December 30, 2026 Cruise Overview
Crystal Serenity leaves San Diego, California on Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM and returns Friday, January 8 at 7:00 AM: 9 nights with 4 ports of call (Manzanillo, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas) and 3 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Crystal Serenity. The lowest fare today is $8,019 per person for a balcony cabin (about $891 a night). Since we started tracking it in February 2025, the balcony fare has ranged from $5,400 to $8,600; today’s is $2,619 above the lowest. December averages 87°F highs and 60°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Crystal Serenity December 30, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Crystal Serenity December 30, 2026 Price & Tracking
CRYSTAL SERENITY·DECEMBER 30, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the Crystal Serenity cruise ship departing December 30, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $8,019 ($891 per night) for a Balcony Cabin. Compared to the average price of $6,575 ($731 per night), this represents a recent increase of 22%.
Crystal Serenity cruise departing December 30, 2026 — 9-night itinerary. Current Balcony Cabin price: $8,019 ($891 per night). Average price: $6,575.
// PRICE HISTORY · BALCONY
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $7,125
LIVE RATE
BALCONY CABIN
Crystal Serenity · December 30, 2026
$8,019
$891 per night · 9 nights
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13% above average
Avg $7,125
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// 03 · ITINERARY
9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (San Diego Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 30, 2026
All 10 days of the Crystal Serenity December 30, 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 (San Diego Roundtrip) Port List
Crystal Serenity·December 30, 2026
Day 2 · Thursday · Dec 31
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Serenity — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.
Day 3 · Friday · Jan 1
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Serenity.
Day 9 · Thursday · Jan 7
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Serenity.
// 05 · WEATHER
9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (San Diego Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Crystal Serenity·December 30, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT SAN DIEGO
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular San Diego 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.
5 PORTS OF CALL·626 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST SAN DIEGO SHORE TOURSBest San Diego Shore ToursCURATED FROM 54 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 54TOP PRODUCT
4.8(337)
$76
San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel
Venture into the vibrant waters of San Diego with us, the premier destination for unforgettable whale and…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(190)
$55.59
San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour
While you’re in port in San Diego, explore the city by both land and sea on the San Diego Seal Tour. On an…
1.8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(184)
$269
Luxury Private Wine Tasting Tour to Guadalupe Valley from San Diego
We offer the best wine tasting tours to Guadalupe Valley starting from San Diego! You will visit three…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.5(118)
$57
San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour
While you’re in port, discover San Diego at your own pace with a one-day ticket on the San Diego Hop-on…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(84)
$125
San Diego Walking Food Tour and Ferry to Coronado Island
Get ready for an unforgettable 3-hour waterfront food adventure—complete with a scenic roundtrip ferry ride…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(81)
$246
Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards
INCLUDED in your fully-guided 4.5 hour San Diego Winery tasting adventure - Transportation (4 convenient…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(48)
$479
San Diego Private Tour, Coronado, La Jolla, Balboa Park & More
My tour will take you to an Iconic first stop built in 1888 the fabulous Hotel Del Coronado simply know as…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(28)
$189
Puerto Nuevo Lobster, Margaritas and Mariachi Private Tour
Enjoy an amazing 5-7 hour long tour to Puerto Nuevo for lobster. Tour starts from the Chula Vista E Street…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. San Diego has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL SAN DIEGO EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Crystal Serenity sails December 30, 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 (San Diego Roundtrip)
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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
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
Travelers should stay within designated tourist areas and remain vigilant in Mazatlán to minimize risks of crime and enhance safety.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
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 30, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 13, 2026
