Independence of the Seas - August 8, 2026
The August 8, 2026 cruise on the Independence of the Seas departs from Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey. On this 5 Night Bermuda (Cape Liberty Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Independence of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Aug 8th and returns on Thursday, Aug 13th.
August 8, 2026
Aug 8th - Aug 13th
Independence of the Seas
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
5 Night Bermuda
from Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
The graph below tracks historic price of the Independence of the Seas cruise ship departing August 8, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $971 ($195 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $971 ($195 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.
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Independence of the Seas
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.
Itinerary
Independence of the Seas - August 8, 2026 - 5 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 8th | Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey |
| 2 | Aug 9th | At Sea |
| 3 | Aug 10th | Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda |
| 4 | Aug 8th | Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda |
| 5 | Aug 12th | At Sea |
| 6 | Aug 13th | Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey |
Cruise Itinerary
The Independence of the Seas sails on August 8, 2026 for a 5 Night Bermuda (Cape Liberty Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey on Aug 13th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days 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!
Visit the Royal Naval Dockyard in the West End, which served a vital function in the War of 1812, World War I and II, and the Cold War. Visit the Royal Naval Cemetery and the Navy Crest Wall, featuring art from the British Royal Army and Navy and other NATO members.
Visit the Royal Naval Dockyard in the West End, which served a vital function in the War of 1812, World War I and II, and the Cold War. Visit the Royal Naval Cemetery and the Navy Crest Wall, featuring art from the British Royal Army and Navy and other NATO members.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!