8 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day (Galveston Roundtrip)
Symphony of the Seas
Symphony of the Seas
August 15, 2026
8 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day

Symphony of the Seas - 8/15/2026

The August 15, 2026 cruise on the Symphony of the Seas departs from Galveston, Texas. On this 8 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day (Galveston Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Symphony of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Aug 15th and returns on Sunday, Aug 23rd.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Symphony of the Seas cruise ship departing August 15, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $999 ($125 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,207 ($151 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 17%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Symphony of the Seas - August 15, 2026 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Aug 15thGalveston, Texas
2Aug 16thAt Sea
3Aug 17thAt Sea
4Aug 18thPerfect Day At Coco Cay, Bahamas
5Aug 19thAt Sea
6Aug 20thCosta Maya, Mexico
7Aug 21stCozumel, Mexico
8Aug 22ndAt Sea
9Aug 23rdGalveston, Texas

The Symphony of the Seas sails on August 15, 2026 for a 8 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Aug 23rd at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Symphony of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Symphony of the Seas Size Infographic

Symphony of the Seas

229 k
tonnage
1,188 ft
length
2018
year built
2,790
cabins
5,518
passengers
2,200
crew

SYMPHONY OF THE SEAS SIZE

The Symphony of the Seas has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 228,081 gross tons. The ship measures 1,188 feet (362 meters) in length. Symphony of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class. At full capacity, the Symphony of the Seas holds 7,718 passengers. That includes 5,518 cruise vacationers and 2,200 staff members. The Symphony of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,790.

Symphony of the Seas Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:228,081 GT
  • Length:1,188 ft (362 m)
  • Beam:137 ft (42 m)
  • Draft:31 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2018
  • Years Served:2018 - Present
  • Capacity:5,518
  • Crew Members:2,200
  • Total on Board:7,718
  • Total Staterooms:2,790
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:1,350 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
AUG 152026
United States
D:4:00 PM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
AUG 162026
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
AUG 172026
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!

Day4
AUG 182026
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Thrill Waterpark and Chill Island. Excursions include jet skiing and snorkeling. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures water slides and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. CocoCay’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling activities and serene beaches, making CocoCay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
AUG 192026
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
AUG 202026
A:11:30 AMD:7:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
AUG 212026
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day8
AUG 222026
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
AUG 232026
United States
A:7:00 AM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)