Ruby Princess - 8/1/2026
The August 1, 2026 cruise on the Ruby Princess departs from San Francisco, California. On this 10 Night Inside Passage (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 Saturday, Aug 1st and returns on Tuesday, Aug 11th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Ruby Princess cruise ship departing August 1, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,199 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,339 ($134 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 10%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Ruby Princess - August 1, 2026 - 10 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 1st | San Francisco, California |
| 2 | Aug 2nd | At Sea |
| 3 | Aug 3rd | At Sea |
| 4 | Aug 4th | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| 5 | Aug 5th | Juneau, Alaska |
| 6 | Aug 6th | Haines, Alaska |
| 7 | Aug 7th | Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier |
| 8 | Aug 8th | Prince Rupert, British Columbia |
| 9 | Aug 9th | At Sea |
| 10 | Aug 10th | At Sea |
| 11 | Aug 11th | San Francisco, California |
The Ruby Princess sails on August 1, 2026 for a 10 Night Inside Passage (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 Aug 11th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Ruby Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 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!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Haines, Alaska, has docking at Haines Port. Travelers explore Chilkoot Lake for kayaking and bear spotting. Excursions visit Klukwan’s Tlingit cultural center. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures glaciers and mountain vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon chowder, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover indigenous history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Haines’ rugged beauty offers a serene Alaskan stop, blending nature with cultural heritage.
Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Dawes Glacier and granite fjords from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for wildlife spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for fjord cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage 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. Endicott Arm’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Endicott Arm an engaging destination. (126 words)
Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Prince Rupert Port. Travelers explore North Pacific Cannery and Museum of Northern BC. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Haida crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsimshian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Prince Rupert’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime heritage and scenic fjords, making Prince Rupert 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!
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)