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8 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Galveston, Texas
Royal CaribbeanIcon of the Seas

Icon of the Seas
October 9, 2027

8-Night Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean aboard Icon of the Seas · Departing October 9, 2027 from the Port of Galveston, Texas.

Interior from$1,188/ guest
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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Icon of the Seas departs from Galveston, Texas on Saturday, October 9, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Oct 17th. October weather across this route averages 89°/60°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10 — Galveston (6.8), Cozumel (7.0), Costa Maya (7.0), Perfect Day (9.1). Suite cabins rose $1 on Jun 17.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
8
night cruise
Sat → Sun
02
Galveston
departure port
Texas
03
4
port stops
Cococay
04
4
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Icon of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, October 9, 2027 from Galveston, Texas for a 8-night Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 4 days at sea. October weather across the route averages 89°F highs and 60°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,188, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Icon of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Icon of the Seas October 9, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Icon of the Seas October 9, 2027 Price & Tracking

ICON OF THE SEAS·OCTOBER 9, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Icon of the Seas cruise ship departing October 9, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,188 ($149 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,202 ($151 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

Icon of the Seas cruise departing October 9, 2027 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,188 ($149 per night). Average price: $1,202.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,201
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Icon of the Seas · October 9, 2027
$1,188
$149 per night · 8 nights
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1% below average
Avg $1,201 · You save $13

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 9, 2027
The Icon of the Seas sails on October 9, 2027 for a 8 Night Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Oct 17th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Icon of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Icon of the Seas
OCTOBER 9, 2027
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8 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · GALVESTON
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Port List

Icon of the Seas·October 9, 2027
Galveston, Texas — Day 1 of Icon of the Seas October 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·OCT 9

Galveston

Texas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:30 PM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration.

OCTOBER FORECAST
67°F avg · Avg
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 3 of Icon of the Seas October 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·OCT 11

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

OCTOBER FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 4 of Icon of the Seas October 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·OCT 12

Costa Maya

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

OCTOBER FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Perfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas — Day 6 of Icon of the Seas October 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·OCT 14

Perfect Day At Coco Cay

Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
5:00 PM

Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Thrill Waterpark and Chill Island. Excursions include jet skiing and snorkeling. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures water slides and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. CocoCay’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling activities and serene beaches, making CocoCay an engaging destination.

OCTOBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Icon of the Seas·October 9, 2027
OCT FORECAST · GALVESTON
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
67°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
91°
AVG LOW
42°
AVG RAINFALL
5.7"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT GALVESTON
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
67°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Icon of the Seas October 9, 2027 Excursions

Icon of the Seas·October 9, 2027

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Icon of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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See all Galveston excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN04 PORTS
01

Galveston 🇺🇸

Texas · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant in certain areas of Galveston and stay informed about weather hazards to ensure a safe cruise experience.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Costa Maya 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Perfect Day At Coco Cay 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasSAFE

The private island in the Bahamas offers a secure environment with strict access control and comprehensive security for cruise travelers.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Icon of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Icon of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · ICON
CHRISTENED
2024
STATEROOMS
2,827
TONNAGE
248,663GT
52.6% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2024
14 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,198ft
10.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
7,600cruisers
81.6% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Icon of the Seas has a construction date of 2024 and a total size of 248,663 gross tons. The ship measures 1,198 feet in length. Icon of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Icon class. At full capacity, the Icon of the Seas holds 7,600 passengers. That includes 5,250 cruise vacationers and 2,350 staff members. The Icon of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,827.

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// 09 · FAQ

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  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,188 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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