Ruby Princess itinerary map for December 2, 2024
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16 Night Hawaiian Islands on Princess Ruby Princess

December 2, 2024

Ruby Princess December 2, 2024

The Ruby Princess December 2, 2024 cruise departs from San Francisco, California. On this 16 Night Hawaiian Islands (San Francisco Roundtrip) sailing, the Ruby Princess will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Dec 2nd and returns on Wednesday, Dec 18th, 2024.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Francisco
California
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
10
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Cruise Price - Ruby Princess December 2, 2024

Ruby Princess · December 2, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Ruby Princess cruise ship departing December 2, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,449 ($91 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,190 ($75 per night), this represents a recent increase of 22%.

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Inside
$1,449
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Oceanview
$1,526
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Balcony
$2,099
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Suite
$2,506

Price History – Ruby Princess December 2, 2024

inside cabin
Ruby Princess
December 2, 2024
$1,449
22% vs avg: $1,190

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 16 Night Hawaiian Islands (San Francisco Roundtrip)

Ruby Princess · December 2, 2024

The Ruby Princess sails on December 2, 2024 for a 16 Night Hawaiian Islands (San Francisco Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Francisco, California at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Francisco, California on Dec 18th at 6:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Ruby Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

16 Night Hawaiian Islands (San Francisco Roundtrip)

  • DEC02
    San Francisco, California
    San Francisco, California
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC07
    Honolulu, Oahu
    Honolulu, Oahu
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • DEC08
    Nawiliwili, Kauai
    Nawiliwili, Kauai
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC09
    Hilo, Hawaii
    Hilo, Hawaii
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC10
    Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
    Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC16
    Ensenada, Mexico
    Ensenada, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC18
    San Francisco, California
    San Francisco, California
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 2, 2024 · 16 Night Hawaiian Islands (San Francisco Roundtrip)

San Francisco, California
Day 1•Monday, Dec 2

San Francisco, California

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

San Francisco, California, offers docking at Pier 27. Travelers explore Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Excursions visit Napa Valley wineries. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic bridges and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes cioppino, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like cable car crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ohlone history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Francisco’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic bays, making San Francisco an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Dec 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 3•Wednesday, Dec 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 4•Thursday, Dec 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 5•Friday, Dec 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Honolulu, Oahu
Day 6•Saturday, Dec 7

Honolulu, Oahu

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, offers docking at Honolulu Port. Travelers explore Pearl Harbor and Waikiki Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic memorials and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like aloha crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Honolulu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Honolulu an engaging destination for exploration.

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Nawiliwili, Kauai
Day 7•Sunday, Dec 8

Nawiliwili, Kauai

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Nawiliwili, Kauai, Hawaii, offers docking at Nawiliwili Port. Travelers explore Waimea Canyon and Na Pali Coast. Excursions include snorkeling at Tunnels Beach. Local markets sell shave ice. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged cliffs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like kukui nut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance canyon hikes. Nawiliwili’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes and marine adventures, making Nawiliwili an engaging destination.

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Hilo, Hawaii
Day 8•Monday, Dec 9

Hilo, Hawaii

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Hilo, Hawaii, offers docking at Hilo Port. Travelers explore Rainbow Falls and Volcanoes National Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lava fields and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like macadamia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Hilo’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Hilo an engaging destination for exploration.

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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Day 9•Tuesday, Dec 10

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, offers docking at Kailua-Kona Port. Travelers explore Hulihe‘e Palace and Kona Coffee farms. Excursions include snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like Kona coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kailua-Kona’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and scenic beaches, making Kailua-Kona an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 10•Wednesday, Dec 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 11•Thursday, Dec 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 12•Friday, Dec 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 13•Saturday, Dec 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14•Sunday, Dec 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Ensenada, Mexico
Day 15•Monday, Dec 16

Ensenada, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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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At Sea
Day 16•Tuesday, Dec 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Francisco, California
Day 17•Wednesday, Dec 18

San Francisco, California

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

San Francisco, California, offers docking at Pier 27. Travelers explore Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Excursions visit Napa Valley wineries. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic bridges and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes cioppino, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like cable car crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ohlone history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Francisco’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic bays, making San Francisco an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Ruby Princess - December 2, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Francisco, California

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December

Typical Weather

68°F

Average High

31°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.18in

Daily average

5.4 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
7
/ 10
San Francisco, California
San Francisco
Travelers in San Francisco should stay vigilant and secure belongings, especially in areas like the Tenderloin, to enhance safety.
8
/ 10
Honolulu, Oahu
Honolulu
Travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas, secure belongings, and exercise caution, especially after dark, to ensure safety.
9
/ 10
Nawiliwili, Kauai
Nawiliwili
Nawiliwili is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against vehicle break-ins and outdoor hazards.
9
/ 10
Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo
Hilo is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should be aware of minor theft risks and geological hazards.
9
/ 10
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona is generally safe for travelers, but standard precautions against property crime and theft are still recommended.
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.

Cruise Ship

Ruby Princess

⚓ Tonnage

113,561

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,008

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

951

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

3,080

vs avg 3,197

The Ruby Princess has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 113,561 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet in length. Ruby Princess is included in Princess’s Grand class. At full capacity, the Ruby Princess holds 3,080 passengers. That includes 1,980 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Ruby Princess total number of staterooms is 1,540.

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Ruby Princess December 2, 2024 FAQ

How many nights is the Ruby Princess sailing on December 2, 2024?▾

This is a 16-night cruise itinerary departing from San Francisco, California.

What ports does the Ruby Princess visit on the December 2, 2024 cruise?▾

This route includes san-francisco-california, honolulu-oahu, nawiliwili-kauai, hilo-hawaii, kona-hawaii, ensenada-mexico.

How many sea days are included on this Ruby Princess December 2, 2024 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 10 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Ruby Princess sailing on December 2, 2024?▾

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?▾

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Ruby Princess itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 27, 2026