1 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon To Cartagena)
Grandeur of the Seas
Grandeur of the Seas
April 17, 2027
1 Night Southern Caribbean

Grandeur of the Seas - 4/17/2027

The April 17, 2027 cruise on the Grandeur of the Seas departs from Colon, Panama. On this 1 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon To Cartagena) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grandeur of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Apr 17th and returns on Sunday, Apr 18th.

Cruise Length
1
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Colon
Panama
Port Stops
2
Sea Days
0

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Grandeur of the Seas - April 17, 2027 - 1 Nights

DayDatePort
1Apr 17thColon, Panama
2Apr 18thCartagena, Colombia

The Grandeur of the Seas sails on April 17, 2027 for a 1 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon To Cartagena). The ship will depart the port of Colon, Panama at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Cartagena, Colombia on Apr 18th at 9:00 AM. During the 2-day journey, the Grandeur of the Seas will visit 1 additional port and will spend 0 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
55 / 100
safer than 55% of all cruises
55
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

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
APR 172027
D: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)

Day2
APR 182027
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)