Serenade of the Seas itinerary map for October 7, 2027
Serenade of the Seas

15 Night Panama Canal Eastward on Royal Caribbean Serenade of the Seas

October 7, 2027

Serenade of the Seas October 7, 2027

The Serenade of the Seas October 7, 2027 cruise departs from San Diego, California. On this 15 Night Panama Canal Eastward (San Diego To Tampa) sailing, the Serenade of the Seas will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Oct 7th and returns on Friday, Oct 22nd, 2027.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Diego
California
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
8

Cruise Price - Serenade of the Seas October 7, 2027

Serenade of the Seas · October 7, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Serenade of the Seas cruise ship departing October 7, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,769 ($118 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,697 ($114 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.

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Inside
$1,769
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Oceanview
$2,199
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Balcony
$2,989
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Suite
$6,899

Price History – Serenade of the Seas October 7, 2027

inside cabin
Serenade of the Seas
October 7, 2027
$1,769
4% vs avg: $1,697

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 15 Night Panama Canal Eastward (San Diego To Tampa)

Serenade of the Seas · October 7, 2027

The Serenade of the Seas sails on October 7, 2027 for a 15 Night Panama Canal Eastward (San Diego To Tampa). The ship will depart the port of San Diego, California at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Oct 22nd at 5:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Serenade of the Seas will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

15 Night Panama Canal Eastward (San Diego To Tampa)

  • OCT07
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT10
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT13
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT15
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT17
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT18
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 11:30 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT20
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT22
    Tampa, Florida
    Tampa, Florida
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 7, 2027 · 15 Night Panama Canal Eastward (San Diego To Tampa)

San Diego, California
Day 1Thursday, Oct 7

San Diego, California

Arrival:Departure: 5:00 PM

San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego an engaging destination.

At Sea
Day 2Friday, Oct 8

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3Saturday, Oct 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Day 4Sunday, Oct 10

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration.

At Sea
Day 5Monday, Oct 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 6Tuesday, Oct 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Day 7Wednesday, Oct 13

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

At Sea
Day 8Thursday, Oct 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Day 9Friday, Oct 15

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Puntarenas, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puntarenas Port. Travelers explore Paseo de los Turistas and Carara National Park. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures mangroves and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tico history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puntarenas’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puntarenas an engaging destination.

At Sea
Day 10Saturday, Oct 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Panama Canal Transit
Day 11Sunday, Oct 17

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

Cartagena, Colombia
Day 12Monday, Oct 18

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 11:30 AMDeparture: 7:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

At Sea
Day 13Tuesday, Oct 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

George Town, Grand Cayman
Day 14Wednesday, Oct 20

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

At Sea
Day 15Thursday, Oct 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tampa, Florida
Day 16Friday, Oct 22

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: 5:00 AMDeparture:

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration.

Weather Forecast

Serenade of the Seas - October 7, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Diego, California

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October

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.02in

Daily average

0.6 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
8
/ 10
San Diego, California
San Diego
San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
6
/ 10
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Puntarenas
Travelers in Puntarenas should stay vigilant against petty crime and consider organized tours for added safety and enjoyment.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
7
/ 10
Tampa, Florida
Tampa
Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

Cruise Ship

Serenade of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

2,143

vs avg 4,184

The Serenade of the Seas has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 90,090 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet in length. Serenade of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance class. At full capacity, the Serenade of the Seas holds 2,143 passengers. That includes 1,316 cruise vacationers and 827 staff members. The Serenade of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,073.

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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (October 7, 2027)

Arturo Encalada

Arturo Encalada

Country: N/AStart: Jan 24, 2026End: Current

Arturo Encalada is a Royal Caribbean cruise director recognized for his international perspective and multilingual guest engagement.

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Serenade of the Seas October 7, 2027 FAQ

How many nights is the Serenade of the Seas sailing on October 7, 2027?

This is a 15-night cruise itinerary departing from San Diego, California.

What ports does the Serenade of the Seas visit on the October 7, 2027 cruise?

This route includes san-diego-california, puerto-vallarta-mexico, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, puntarenas-costa-rica, panama-canal-transit, cartagena-colombia, george-town-grand-cayman, tampa-florida.

How many sea days are included on this Serenade of the Seas October 7, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 8 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Serenade of the Seas sailing on October 7, 2027?

Arturo Encalada is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Serenade of the Seas itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2026