Nautica itinerary map for December 23, 2024 (16 nights)
Nautica itinerary map for December 23, 2024 (16 nights)
16 nights · 11 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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Nautica
December 23, 2024

16-Night Beyond The Panama Canal aboard Nautica · Departing December 23, 2024 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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This 16-night cruise aboard the Nautica departs from Miami, Florida on Monday, December 23, 2024 and returns on Wednesday, Jan 8th. December weather across this route averages 87°/59°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.1 out of 10, averaged across 11 ports. Oceanview cabins dropped $550 on Dec 23.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
6

Cruise Price - Nautica December 23, 2024

Nautica · December 23, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Nautica cruise ship departing December 23, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,999 ($250 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $4,058 ($254 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

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Inside
$3,999
🌊
Oceanview
$4,449
🌅
Balcony
$7,299
👑
Suite
$10,599

Price History – Nautica December 23, 2024

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Nautica
December 23, 2024
$3,999
1% vs avg: $4,058

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 16 Night Beyond The Panama Canal (Miami To Los Angeles)

Nautica · December 23, 2024

The Nautica sails on December 23, 2024 for a 16 Night Beyond The Panama Canal (Miami To Los Angeles). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Jan 8th at 7:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Nautica will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

16 Night Beyond The Panama Canal (Miami To Los Angeles)

  • DEC23
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC24
    Key West, Florida
    Key West, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • DEC25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC27
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • DEC23
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC30
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC31
    Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua
    Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN01
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN03
    Acapulco, Mexico
    Acapulco, Mexico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN05
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN07
    Ensenada, Mexico
    Ensenada, Mexico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN08
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Nautica Cruise Ports

December 23, 2024 · 16 Night Beyond The Panama Canal (Miami To Los Angeles)

Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Dec 23

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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Key West, Florida — Day 2 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 2•Tuesday, Dec 24

Key West, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination.

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Day 3 at sea — Nautica December 23, 2024 itinerary
Day 3•Wednesday, Dec 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 4 at sea — Nautica December 23, 2024 itinerary
Day 4•Thursday, Dec 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Cartagena, Colombia — Day 5 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Friday, Dec 27

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Panama Canal Transit — Day 6 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Monday, Dec 23

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

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Day 7 at sea — Nautica December 23, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Sunday, Dec 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Puntarenas, Costa Rica — Day 8 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Monday, Dec 30

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Puntarenas, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puntarenas Port. Travelers explore Paseo de los Turistas and Carara National Park. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures mangroves and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tico history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puntarenas’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puntarenas an engaging destination.

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Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua — Day 9 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 9•Tuesday, Dec 31

Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua, offers docking at Corinto Port. Travelers explore León’s cathedral and Cerro Negro volcano. Excursions include surfing at Poneloya Beach. Local markets sell quesillos. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes nacatamales, a Nicaraguan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Somoza history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Corinto’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Nicaraguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic beaches, making Corinto an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala — Day 10 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 10•Wednesday, Jan 1

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

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Day 11 at sea — Nautica December 23, 2024 itinerary
Day 11•Thursday, Jan 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Acapulco, Mexico — Day 12 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 12•Friday, Jan 3

Acapulco, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Acapulco, Mexico, offers docking at Acapulco Port. Travelers explore La Quebrada cliff divers and Fort San Diego. Excursions include snorkeling at Roqueta Island. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliff dives and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aztec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Acapulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling performances and scenic beaches, making Acapulco an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — Nautica December 23, 2024 itinerary
Day 13•Saturday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Day 14 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 14•Sunday, Jan 5

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 15 at sea — Nautica December 23, 2024 itinerary
Day 15•Monday, Jan 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Ensenada, Mexico — Day 16 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 16•Tuesday, Jan 7

Ensenada, Mexico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Ensenada, Mexico, offers docking at Ensenada Port. Travelers explore La Bufadora and Riviera Cultural Center. Excursions include wine-tasting in Valle de Guadalupe. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures blowholes and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance winery walks. Ensenada’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and wine culture, making Ensenada an engaging destination for exploration.

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San Pedro (Los Angeles), California — Day 17 of Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise
Day 17•Wednesday, Jan 8

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Nautica - December 23, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

⛅

December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 in monthly total

Nautica Shore Excursions

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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
61 / 100
safer than 61% of all cruises
61
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
8
/ 10
Key West, Florida
Key West
Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Puntarenas
Travelers in Puntarenas should stay vigilant against petty crime and consider organized tours for added safety and enjoyment.
5
/ 10
Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua
Puerto Corinto
Travelers in Puerto Corinto should remain vigilant due to high crime rates and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
4
/ 10
Acapulco, Mexico
Acapulco
Travelers to Acapulco should exercise extreme caution, remain in secured areas, and stay vigilant due to high rates of violent crime.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
6
/ 10
Ensenada, Mexico
Ensenada
Travelers in Ensenada should stay vigilant due to moderate crime levels, particularly in the port and downtown areas, to ensure safety.
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.

Cruise Ship

Nautica

⚓ Tonnage

30,300

vs avg 42,200

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 2,003

📏 Length (ft)

594

vs avg 671

👥 Passenger Count

698

vs avg 882

The Nautica has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 30,300 gross tons. The ship measures 594 feet in length. Nautica is included in Oceania’s Regatta class. At full capacity, the Nautica holds 698 passengers. That includes 298 cruise vacationers and 400 staff members. The Nautica total number of staterooms is 0.

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Nautica December 23, 2024 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Nautica December 23, 2024 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Nautica December 23, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 16-night route, December averages 87°F highs and 59°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 23, 2024 Nautica itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.1 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 11 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 Nautica sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Nautica departs Miami, Florida on Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Jan 8th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 16 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Nautica sailing on December 23, 2024?▾

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

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