7 Night Southern Caribbean (Cartagena Roundtrip)
Grandeur of the Seas
Grandeur of the Seas
September 27, 2026
7 Night Southern Caribbean

Grandeur of the Seas - 9/27/2026

The September 27, 2026 cruise on the Grandeur of the Seas departs from Cartagena, Colombia. On this 7 Night Southern Caribbean (Cartagena Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grandeur of the Seas sets sail on Sunday, Sep 27th and returns on Sunday, Oct 4th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Cartagena
Colombia
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grandeur of the Seas cruise ship departing September 27, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,128 ($162 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $930 ($133 per night), this represents a recent increase of 21%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Grandeur of the Seas - September 27, 2026 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Sep 27thCartagena, Colombia
2Sep 28thAt Sea
3Sep 29thOranjestad, Aruba
4Sep 30thWillemstad, Curacao
5Oct 1stAt Sea
6Oct 2ndAt Sea
7Oct 3rdColon, Panama
8Oct 4thCartagena, Colombia

The Grandeur of the Seas sails on September 27, 2026 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean (Cartagena Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Cartagena, Colombia at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Cartagena, Colombia on Oct 4th at 9:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Grandeur of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
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
Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

Cruise Ship

Grandeur of the Seas Size Infographic

Grandeur of the Seas

74 k
tonnage
916 ft
length
1996
year built
996
cabins
1,992
passengers
760
crew

GRANDEUR OF THE SEAS SIZE

The Grandeur of the Seas has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 73,817 gross tons. The ship measures 916 feet (279 meters) in length. Grandeur of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Vision Class. At full capacity, the Grandeur of the Seas holds 2,752 passengers. That includes 1,992 cruise vacationers and 760 staff members. The Grandeur of the Seas total number of staterooms is 996.

Grandeur of the Seas Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:73,817 GT
  • Length:916 ft (279 m)
  • Beam:105 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:1996
  • Years Served:1996 - Present
  • Capacity:1,992
  • Crew Members:760
  • Total on Board:2,752
  • Total Staterooms:996
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:300 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Grandeur of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean 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 Grandeur of the Seas Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
SEP 272026
D:6:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
SEP 282026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
SEP 292026
Netherlands Antilles
A:8:00 AMD:11:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
SEP 302026
Netherlands Antilles
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day5
OCT 12026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day6
OCT 22026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
OCT 32026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day8
OCT 42026
A:9:00 AM

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. (126 words)