8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton Roundtrip)
Independence of the Seas
Independence of the Seas
June 21, 2025
8 Night Northern City Escapes

Independence of the Seas - 6/21/2025

The June 21, 2025 cruise on the Independence of the Seas departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Independence of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Jun 21st and returns on Sunday, Jun 29th.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Independence of the Seas cruise ship departing June 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,268 ($159 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,994 ($250 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 36%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,268
36%
vs Avg $1,994

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Independence of the Seas - June 21, 2025 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jun 21stSouthampton (London), England
2Jun 22ndAt Sea
3Jun 23rdOslo, Norway
4Jun 24thCopenhagen, Denmark
5Jun 25thAt Sea
6Jun 26thHamburg, Germany
7Jun 27thRotterdam, Netherlands
8Jun 28thAt Sea
9Jun 29thSouthampton (London), England

The Independence of the Seas sails on June 21, 2025 for a 8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Jun 29th at 5:30 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 4 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
85 / 100
safer than 85% of all cruises
85
8
/ 10
Southampton (London), England
Southampton
Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.
9
/ 10
Oslo, Norway
Oslo
Oslo is a safe port for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence for visitor security.
9
/ 10
Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is a safe city for travelers, but they should stay vigilant against bicycle theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.
9
/ 10
Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg
Hamburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Independence of the Seas Size Infographic

Independence of the Seas

155 k
tonnage
1,112 ft
length
2008
year built
1,932
cabins
3,648
passengers
1,360
crew

INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS SIZE

The Independence of the Seas has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 154,407 gross tons. The ship measures 1,112 feet (339 meters) in length. Independence of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Freedom Class. At full capacity, the Independence of the Seas holds 5,008 passengers. That includes 3,648 cruise vacationers and 1,360 staff members. The Independence of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,932.

Independence of the Seas Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:154,407 GT
  • Length:1,112 ft (339 m)
  • Beam:127 ft (39 m)
  • Draft:29 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2008
  • Years Served:2008 - Present
  • Capacity:3,648
  • Crew Members:1,360
  • Total on Board:5,008
  • Total Staterooms:1,932
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:830 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Independence 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 Independence of the Seas Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JUN 212025
England, United Kingdom
D:5:00 PM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
JUN 222025
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
JUN 232025
A:10:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Oslo, Norway, offers docking at Oslo Port. Travelers explore Vigeland Sculpture Park and Akershus Fortress. Excursions visit Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures fjord views and Oslofjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norse history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Oslo’s urban charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern sculptures and historic fortresses, making Oslo an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s capital. (126 words)

Day4
JUN 242025
A:10:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Copenhagen, Denmark, offers docking at Copenhagen Port. Travelers explore Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens. Excursions visit Kronborg Castle. Local markets sell smørrebrød. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful harbors and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes frikadeller, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Copenhagen’s urban charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic canals, making Copenhagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s capital. (126 words)

Day5
JUN 252025
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
JUN 262025
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Hamburg, Germany, has docking at a Elbe River port. Travelers explore Speicherstadt’s UNESCO-listed warehouses. Excursions visit St. Michael’s Church tower for city views. Local markets sell currywurst. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and modern architecture. Dining onboard includes labskaus, a Hamburg dish. Souvenirs, like model ships, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hamburg’s maritime heritage and urban vibrancy offer a dynamic German stop, blending history with modern charm.

Day7
JUN 272025
A:10:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Rotterdam, Netherlands, offers docking at Rotterdam Port. Travelers explore Erasmus Bridge and Museumpark’s art galleries. Excursions visit Kinderdijk’s UNESCO windmills. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures modern architecture and Maas River vistas. Dining onboard includes erwtensoep, a Dutch favorite. Souvenirs, like Delftware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rotterdam’s urban charm offers a vibrant Dutch stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of innovative design, historic windmills, and maritime culture, making Rotterdam an engaging destination for exploring the Netherlands’ dynamic port city and heritage.

Day8
JUN 282025
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!

Day9
JUN 292025
England, United Kingdom
A:5:30 AM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)