Ruby Princess itinerary map for December 15, 2026
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11 Night Mexican Riviera Holiday on Princess Ruby Princess

December 15, 2026

Ruby Princess December 15, 2026

The Ruby Princess December 15, 2026 cruise departs from San Francisco, California. On this 11 Night Mexican Riviera Holiday (San Francisco Roundtrip) sailing, the Ruby Princess will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, Dec 15th and returns on Saturday, Dec 26th, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Francisco
California
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
6
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Cruise Price

Ruby Princess · December 15, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Ruby Princess cruise ship departing December 15, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $674 ($62 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $914 ($84 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 26%.

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$782
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$1,239
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Ruby Princess · December 15, 2026

The Ruby Princess sails on December 15, 2026 for a 11 Night Mexican Riviera Holiday (San Francisco Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Francisco, California at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of San Francisco, California on Dec 26th at 6:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Ruby Princess will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Mexican Riviera Holiday (San Francisco Roundtrip)

  • DEC15
    San Francisco, California
    San Francisco, California
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC19
    Manzanillo, Mexico
    Manzanillo, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC20
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC21
    Mazatlan, Mexico
    Mazatlan, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC22
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • DEC23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC26
    San Francisco, California
    San Francisco, California
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 15, 2026 · 11 Night Mexican Riviera Holiday (San Francisco Roundtrip)

San Francisco, California
Day 1•Tuesday, Dec 15

San Francisco, California

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:00 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•Wednesday, Dec 16

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 3•Thursday, Dec 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 4•Friday, Dec 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Manzanillo, Mexico
Day 5•Saturday, Dec 19

Manzanillo, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Manzanillo, Mexico, offers docking at Manzanillo Port. Travelers explore Playa La Audiencia and Jardín Álvaro Obregón. Excursions include snorkeling at Carrizalillo Bay. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures sandy beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Colima history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Manzanillo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural plazas, making Manzanillo an engaging destination for exploration.

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Day 6•Sunday, Dec 20

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration.

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Mazatlan, Mexico
Day 7•Monday, Dec 21

Mazatlan, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Mazatlan, Mexico, offers docking at Mazatlan Port. Travelers explore Old Town and El Faro Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Deer Island. Local markets sell shrimp tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes aguachile, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sinaloa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Mazatlan’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Mazatlan an engaging destination for exploration.

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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Day 8•Tuesday, Dec 22

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 9•Wednesday, Dec 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 10•Thursday, Dec 24

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 11•Friday, Dec 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Francisco, California
Day 12•Saturday, Dec 26

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 15, 2026 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

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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
62 / 100
safer than 62% of all cruises
62
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.
6
/ 10
Manzanillo, Mexico
Manzanillo
Travelers in Manzanillo should stay vigilant and stick to busy tourist areas to minimize risks of petty crime while enjoying the destination.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
5
/ 10
Mazatlan, Mexico
Mazatlan
Travelers should stay within designated tourist areas and remain vigilant in Mazatlán to minimize risks of crime and enhance safety.
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.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Ruby Princess sailing on December 15, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from San Francisco, California.

What ports does the Ruby Princess visit on the December 15, 2026 cruise?

This route includes san-francisco-california, manzanillo-mexico, puerto-vallarta-mexico, mazatlan-mexico, cabo-san-lucas-mexico.

How many sea days are included on this Ruby Princess December 15, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 6 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Ruby Princess sailing on December 15, 2026?

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 2, 2026