Ruby Princess - 12/17/2025
The December 17, 2025 cruise on the Ruby Princess departs from San Francisco, California. On this 16 Night Hawaiian Islands Holiday (San Francisco Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Ruby Princess sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 17th and returns on Friday, Jan 2nd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Ruby Princess cruise ship departing December 17, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,499 ($94 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,798 ($113 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 17%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Ruby Princess - December 17, 2025 - 16 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 16th | San Francisco, California |
| 2 | Dec 17th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 18th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 19th | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 20th | At Sea |
| 6 | Dec 22nd | Nawiliwili, Kauai |
| 7 | Dec 23rd | Honolulu, Oahu |
| 8 | Dec 24th | Kahului, Maui, Hawaii |
| 9 | Dec 25th | Kailua-Kona, Hawaii |
| 10 | Dec 25th | At Sea |
| 11 | Dec 26th | At Sea |
| 12 | Dec 27th | At Sea |
| 13 | Dec 28th | At Sea |
| 14 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 15 | Dec 31st | Ensenada, Mexico |
| 16 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 17 | Jan 2nd | San Francisco, California |
The Ruby Princess sails on December 17, 2025 for a 16 Night Hawaiian Islands Holiday (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 Jan 2nd at 6:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Ruby Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Ruby Princess
RUBY PRINCESS SIZE
The Ruby Princess has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 113,561 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet (290 meters) in length. Ruby Princess is included in Princess’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Ruby Princess holds 4,180 passengers. That includes 3,080 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Ruby Princess total number of staterooms is 1,540.
Ruby Princess Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:113,561 GT
- Length:951 ft (290 m)
- Beam:118 ft (36 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2008
- Years Served:2008 - Present
- Capacity:3,080
- Crew Members:1,100
- Total on Board:4,180
- Total Staterooms:1,540
- Flagged Country:Bermuda
- Ship Cost:500 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Ruby Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Ruby Princess Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii, offers docking at Kahului Port. Travelers explore Haleakalā National Park and Iao Valley. Excursions include snorkeling at Molokini Crater. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic craters and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, 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 park hikes. Kahului’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Kahului an engaging destination. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)