Crystal Symphony itinerary map for August 18, 2028 (10 nights)
Crystal Symphony itinerary map for August 18, 2028 (10 nights)
10 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Vancouver, British Columbia
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Crystal Symphony
August 18, 2028

10-Night Alaska aboard Crystal Symphony · Departing August 18, 2028 from the Port of Vancouver, British Columbia.

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This 10-night cruise aboard the Symphony departs from Vancouver, British Columbia on Friday, August 18, 2028 and returns on Monday, Aug 28th. August weather across this route averages 79°/41°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.6 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Vancouver
British Columbia
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
1

Cruise Itinerary Map - 10 Night Alaska (Vancouver Roundtrip)

Crystal Symphony · August 18, 2028

The Crystal Symphony sails on August 18, 2028 for a 10 Night Alaska (Vancouver Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on Aug 28th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Crystal Symphony will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Alaska (Vancouver Roundtrip)

  • AUG18
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG19
    Seymour Narrows, British Columbia
    Seymour Narrows, British Columbia
    A: 3:30 AM - D: 4:00 AM
  • AUG20
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG21
    Juneau, Alaska
    Juneau, Alaska
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 11:00 PM
  • AUG22
    Skagway, Alaska
    Skagway, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG23
    Cruise Hubbard Glacier
    Cruise Hubbard Glacier
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • AUG24
    Sitka, Alaska
    Sitka, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG25
    Klawock Alaska
    Klawock Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG27
    Victoria, British Columbia
    Victoria, British Columbia
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 11:00 PM
  • AUG28
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Crystal Symphony Cruise Ports

August 18, 2028 · 10 Night Alaska (Vancouver Roundtrip)

Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 1 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Aug 18

Vancouver, British Columbia

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 PM

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Canada Place Port. Travelers explore Stanley Park and Gastown. Excursions visit Capilano Suspension Bridge. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban parks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Inuit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Vancouver’s urban charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, making Vancouver an engaging destination for exploring Canada’s west coast.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Seymour Narrows, British Columbia — Day 2 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 2•Saturday, Aug 19

Seymour Narrows, British Columbia

Arrival: 3:30 AM•Departure: 4:00 AM

Seymour Narrows, British Columbia, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view tidal rapids and Discovery Islands from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours to Ripple Rock. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal cruising. Photography captures rugged shores and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a Canadian favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof jackets suit the temperate climate, while binoculars enhance scenery viewing. Seymour Narrows’ wild allure offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic tides and coastal beauty, making Seymour Narrows an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 3 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Aug 20

Ketchikan, Alaska

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Juneau, Alaska — Day 4 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 4•Monday, Aug 21

Juneau, Alaska

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Skagway, Alaska — Day 5 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Aug 22

Skagway, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cruise Hubbard Glacier — Day 6 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Aug 23

Cruise Hubbard Glacier

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cruise Hubbard Glacier, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Hubbard Glacier and Disenchantment Bay from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for seal spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Yakutat Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Hubbard Glacier’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Hubbard Glacier an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Sitka, Alaska — Day 7 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Aug 24

Sitka, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Sitka, Alaska, offers docking at Sitka Port. Travelers explore Sitka National Historical Park and St. Michael’s Cathedral. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Russian history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park walks. Sitka’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Sitka an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Klawock Alaska — Day 8 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 8•Friday, Aug 25

Klawock Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Klawock, Alaska, has docking at Klawock Port. Travelers explore Totem Park’s Tlingit poles. Excursions visit Craig’s fishing villages. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures totem art and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Klawock’s cultural heritage offers a serene Alaskan stop, blending tradition with coastal charm.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 itinerary
Day 9•Saturday, Aug 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Symphony — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Victoria, British Columbia — Day 10 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, Aug 27

Victoria, British Columbia

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 11 of Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise
Day 11•Monday, Aug 28

Vancouver, British Columbia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Vancouver, British Columbia — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Crystal Symphony - August 18, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Vancouver, British Columbia

⛅

August

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

44°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.4 in monthly total

Crystal Symphony Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
86 / 100
safer than 86% of all cruises
86
8
/ 10
Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver
Vancouver is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy urban areas.
8
/ 10
Seymour Narrows, British Columbia
Seymour Narrows
Travelers in Seymour Narrows should remain cautious near water and wildlife while enjoying the area's scenic beauty and low crime rates.
8
/ 10
Ketchikan, Alaska
Ketchikan
Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.
8
/ 10
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau
Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.
9
/ 10
Skagway, Alaska
Skagway
Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.
10
/ 10
Cruise Hubbard Glacier
Hubbard Glacier
Travelers can safely enjoy stunning views of Hubbard Glacier from their cruise ship, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience.
9
/ 10
Sitka, Alaska
Sitka
Sitka, Alaska, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but it's advisable to remain aware of your surroundings.
8
/ 10
Klawock Alaska
Klawock
Klawock, Alaska, is a generally safe cruise destination, but travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas due to limited emergency assistance.
9
/ 10
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria
Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.

Cruise Ship

Crystal Symphony

⚓ Tonnage

31,050

vs avg 50,020

🛠️ Year Built

1,995

vs avg 1,996

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

952

vs avg 1,003

The Symphony has a construction date of 1995 and a total size of 31,050 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Crystal Symphony is included in Crystal’s Serenity class. At full capacity, the Crystal Symphony holds 952 passengers. That includes 952 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Symphony total number of staterooms is 0.

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Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Crystal Symphony August 18, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 10-night route, August averages 79°F highs and 41°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 18, 2028 Crystal Symphony itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Crystal Symphony sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Crystal Symphony departs Vancouver, British Columbia on Friday, August 18, 2028 at 6:00 PM and returns on Monday, Aug 28th, 2028 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 10 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Crystal Symphony sailing on August 18, 2028?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026