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Liberty of the Seas itinerary map for August 23, 2026 (8 nights)
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8 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Southampton, England
Royal CaribbeanLiberty of the Seas

Liberty of the Seas
August 23, 2026

8-Night Northern City Escapes aboard Liberty of the Seas · Departing August 23, 2026 from the Port of Southampton, England.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Liberty of the Seas departs from Southampton (London), England on Sunday, August 23, 2026 and returns on Monday, Aug 31st. August weather across this route averages 87°/47°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.5 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Balcony cabins rose $2,033 on Jul 5.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.5OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 85% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
8
night cruise
Sun → Mon
02
Southampton
departure port
England
03
5
port stops
Escapes
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS

The Liberty of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, August 23, 2026 from Southampton (London), England for a 8-night Northern City Escapes cruise. This itinerary includes 5 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. August weather across the route averages 87°F highs and 47°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,473, 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 Liberty of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 Price & Tracking

LIBERTY OF THE SEAS·AUGUST 23, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Liberty of the Seas cruise ship departing August 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,473 ($185 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,309 ($164 per night), this represents a recent increase of 13%.

Liberty of the Seas cruise departing August 23, 20268-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,473 ($185 per night). Average price: $1,309.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,314
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Liberty of the Seas · August 23, 2026
$1,473
$185 per night · 8 nights
12% above average
Avg $1,314

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 23, 2026
The Liberty of the Seas sails on August 23, 2026 for a 8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton Roundtrip) (Southampton (London) 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 Aug 31st at 5:30 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Liberty of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Liberty of the Seas
AUGUST 23, 2026
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8 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton Roundtrip) Port List

Liberty of the Seas·August 23, 2026
Southampton (London), England — Day 1 of Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·AUG 23

Southampton (London)

England
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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.

Kristiansand, Norway — Day 3 of Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
TUESDAY·AUG 25

Kristiansand

Norway
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Kristiansand, Norway, has docking at Kristiansand Port. Travelers explore the old town and Kristiansand Cathedral. Excursions visit Setesdal’s folk museums. Local markets sell smoked mackerel. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures coastal vistas and wooden houses. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian lamb stew. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norwegian history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Comfortable shoes enhance town walks. Kristiansand’s coastal charm offers a serene Norwegian stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.

Copenhagen, Denmark — Day 4 of Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·AUG 26

Copenhagen

Denmark
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
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.

Hamburg, Germany — Day 6 of Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·AUG 28

Hamburg

Germany
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

Rotterdam, Netherlands — Day 7 of Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SATURDAY·AUG 29

Rotterdam

Netherlands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 AM
11:00 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.

// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Liberty of the Seas·August 23, 2026
AUG FORECAST · SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
68°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
93°
AVG LOW
44°
AVG RAINFALL
2.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
68°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Liberty of the Seas August 23, 2026 Excursions

Liberty of the Seas·August 23, 2026

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
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Northern City Escapes (Southampton 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
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 85% of all cruises
8.5/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
01

Southampton (London) 🌍

England · England, United KingdomSAFE

Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Kristiansand 🇳🇴

Norway · NorwaySAFE

Kristiansand, Norway, offers a safe environment for travelers with a low crime rate and strong public safety standards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Copenhagen 🇩🇰

Denmark · DenmarkSAFE

Copenhagen is a safe city for travelers, but they should stay vigilant against bicycle theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Hamburg 🇩🇪

Germany · GermanySAFE

Hamburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Rotterdam 🇳🇱

Netherlands · NetherlandsSAFE

Rotterdam is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Liberty of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Liberty of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · FREEDOM
CHRISTENED
2007
STATEROOMS
1,974
TONNAGE
154,407GT
5.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2007
3 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,112ft
2.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,648cruisers
12.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Liberty of the Seas has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 154,407 gross tons. The ship measures 1,112 feet in length. Liberty of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Freedom class. At full capacity, the Liberty of the Seas holds 3,648 passengers. That includes 2,288 cruise vacationers and 1,360 staff members. The Liberty of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,974.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·August 23, 2026
Clo O'Conner — cruise director
ON STAGE
CRUISE DIRECTOR · LIBERTY OF THE SEAS

Clo O'Conner

From Ireland🇮🇪

Clo O'Connor, affectionately known to thousands of travelers as "Hello Clo," is a veteran Cruise Director for Royal Caribbean International. Originally from Ireland, Clo has spent over two decades at sea, earning a reputation for her quick Irish wit, approachable personality, and "naturally friendly" leadership style. A pioneer for women in the industry, she is celebrated for her ability to make every guest feel like part of her own family, often sharing stories of her heritage and life at sea with her husband and son.

CONTRACT
LIBERTY OF THE SEAS
YOUR SAIL · AUGUST 23, 2026
STARTS
Apr 15, 2026
ENDS · OPEN
Ongoing
// 10 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourLiberty of the Seas·August 23, 2026sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,473 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · JUL 5, 2026
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