Independence of the Seas - September 17, 2026
The September 17, 2026 cruise on the Independence of the Seas departs from Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey. On this 9 Night Canada & New England (Cape Liberty Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Independence of the Seas sets sail on Thursday, Sep 17th and returns on Saturday, Sep 26th.
September 17, 2026
Sep 17th - Sep 26th
Independence of the Seas
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
9 Night Canada & New England
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 September 17, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $902 ($101 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $902 ($101 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 - September 17, 2026 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 17th | Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey |
| 2 | Sep 18th | At Sea |
| 3 | Sep 19th | Boston, Massachusetts |
| 4 | Sep 20th | Portland, Maine |
| 5 | Sep 21st | At Sea |
| 6 | Sep 22nd | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| 7 | Sep 23rd | Saint John, New Brunswick |
| 8 | Sep 17th | Saint John, New Brunswick |
| 9 | Sep 25th | At Sea |
| 10 | Sep 26th | Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey |
Cruise Itinerary
The Independence of the Seas sails on September 17, 2026 for a 9 Night Canada & New England (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 Sep 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Independence of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 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!
Stroll the cobblestone streets of one of America's most historic cities, home to such patriots as Paul Revere, Ben Franklin, and Drew Bledsoe. Discover a living museum where almost four centuries of American history can be traced. When it comes to variety, see why Boston is called the Hub. Nightclubs and theaters, the North End and Chinatown, Fenway Park and Boston Common can all be found here.
Portland has a thriving waterfront in the heart of downtown that is a hodgepodge of condos, fish markets, and ferry docks. Bordered by Maine's rocky coast to the north, and miles of white, sandy beaches to the south, the city offers hiking, sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, and fishing, and to the west and north lies some of the best skiing in the world. This is Maine, "the way life should be".
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Halifax is perfect for exploring on foot, with tree-lined streets, inviting sidewalk cafes, and museums in a park-like waterfront setting. Discover historic dockside vessels at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Stroll lazily through one of the finest Victorian city gardens in North America. Experience the charm of Peggy's Cove, as ships from every corner of the globe sail by in the background.
Saint John is a spectacular commerical port at the intersection of the St. John River and the Bay of Fundy. Visitors will be exhilarated by the pounding surf and sounds of the world's highest tides, best viewed at Reversing Falls. Saint John features a climate-controlled pedway system, allowing the utmost comfort as you visit attractions including the Canada Games Aquatic Centre and Old City Market.
Saint John is a spectacular commerical port at the intersection of the St. John River and the Bay of Fundy. Visitors will be exhilarated by the pounding surf and sounds of the world's highest tides, best viewed at Reversing Falls. Saint John features a climate-controlled pedway system, allowing the utmost comfort as you visit attractions including the Canada Games Aquatic Centre and Old City Market.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!