Crystal luxury cruise itinerary

Crystal Serenity Itinerary 2027

San Diego to New York City

Voyage CSE-C25-270809 Dates August 9-September 3 2027 Duration 25 Days Ship Crystal Serenity

Review this Crystal Serenity voyage with Deluxe Cruises for itinerary details, suite guidance, preferred rates, special amenities, and personalized luxury cruise planning.

Crystal Serenity CSE-C25-270809 official itinerary map from San Diego to New York City
San Diego to New York City itinerary map

August 9-September 3 2027 · Voyage CSE-C25-270809

Ports & shore experiences

Each destination is shown once. Select a destination to reveal its call details, concise overview, and verified voyage-specific shore experiences; repeated calls and sea days are combined.

August 9, 2027 San Diego United States of America · Departure 7:00 PM

About San Diego

Published schedule: August 9, 2027 — Departure 7:00 PM

San Diego, in United States of America, brings together museums and cultural collections, coastal scenery, and elevated viewpoints and dramatic terrain. Notable places include Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. Time ashore can focus on visiting museums and cultural sites and enjoying the shoreline and coastal views, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not currently publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this San Diego call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable arrangements and touring options closer to departure.

August 10, 11, 15, 19, 24, 28 & 31, 2027; September 2, 2027 Days at sea Atlantic and ocean passages · 8 sea days · No port times

About Days at sea

Published schedule: August 10, 2027 — At sea; no port times; August 11, 2027 — At sea; no port times; August 15, 2027 — At sea; no port times; August 19, 2027 — At sea; no port times; August 24, 2027 — At sea; no port times; August 28, 2027 — At sea; no port times; August 31, 2027 — At sea; no port times; September 2, 2027 — At sea; no port times

These 8 sea days provide unhurried time aboard Crystal Serenity between the voyage's published port calls, with no shore visit or port arrival and departure times.

Shore planning

No port call or shore experience applies on a sea day.

August 12, 2027 Puerto Vallarta Mexico · 9:00 AM-6:00 PM · 3 listed experiences

About Puerto Vallarta

Published schedule: August 12, 2027 — 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, in Mexico, brings together walkable historic districts, markets and local shopping, and coastal scenery. Notable places include Mexico's Pacific Coast. Time ashore can focus on walking through historic quarters and browsing markets and local shops, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Vallarta Botanical Gardens — extensive activity
  • Puerto Vallarta City Tour — moderate activity
  • Flavors of Mexico: Mixology, Chocolate & Guacamole Experience — minimal activity
August 13, 2027 Manzanillo Mexico · 7:00 AM-6:00 PM · 4 listed experiences

About Manzanillo

Published schedule: August 13, 2027 — 7:00 AM-6:00 PM

Manzanillo, in Mexico, brings together coastal scenery and waterfront and maritime character. Notable places include Bay of Salagua and Bay of Manzanillo. Time ashore can focus on enjoying the shoreline and coastal views and spending time along the waterfront, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Panoramic Manzanillo — minimal activity
  • Traditions & Tides: A Journey Through Manzanillo — moderate activity
  • Classic Colima: Hacienda, Rum & Chocolate Tour — moderate activity
  • Barra de Navidad & Banana Plantation Discovery — moderate activity
August 14, 2027 Zihuatanejo Mexico · 7:00 AM-3:00 PM · 8 listed experiences

About Zihuatanejo

Published schedule: August 14, 2027 — 7:00 AM-3:00 PM

Zihuatanejo, in Mexico, brings together coastal scenery, elevated viewpoints and dramatic terrain, and waterfront and maritime character. Time ashore can focus on enjoying the shoreline and coastal views and seeking out panoramic viewpoints, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Xihuacan Archeological — moderate activity
  • Traditions of Guerrrero — moderate activity
  • Gastronomic Experience — minimal activity
  • Eco Lagoon on Kayak — extensive activity
  • Zihuatanejo Catamaran & Snorkeling Experience — extensive activity
  • ATV Adventure — extensive activity
  • Ixtapa Island — moderate activity
  • Ixtapa & Zihuatanejo Highlights — minimal activity
August 16, 2027 Acajutla El Salvador · 8:00 AM-5:00 PM · 2 listed experiences

About Acajutla

Published schedule: August 16, 2027 — 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Acajutla, in El Salvador, brings together coastal scenery, regional food and drink, and waterfront and maritime character. Notable places include El Imposible National Park. Time ashore can focus on enjoying the shoreline and coastal views and sampling regional food and drink, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Izalco: A Journey into Mysticism & Ancestral Traditions — minimal activity
  • Ancient Delights: Mayan Heritage & Culinary Masterclass — moderate activity
August 17, 2027 San Juan del Sur Nicaragua · 10:00 AM-6:00 PM

About San Juan del Sur

Published schedule: August 17, 2027 — 10:00 AM-6:00 PM

San Juan del Sur, in Nicaragua, brings together religious heritage and architecture, coastal scenery, and regional food and drink. Time ashore can focus on seeing notable places of worship and enjoying the shoreline and coastal views, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not currently publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this San Juan del Sur call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable arrangements and touring options closer to departure.

August 18, 2027 Puntarenas Costa Rica · 7:00 AM-5:00 PM · 1 listed experience

About Puntarenas

Published schedule: August 18, 2027 — 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

Puntarenas, in Costa Rica, brings together historic architecture and heritage, markets and local shopping, and coastal scenery. Time ashore can focus on admiring historic buildings and browsing markets and local shops, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Heart of the Forest Hiking — extensive activity
August 20 & 21, 2027 Fuerte Amador (Panama City) Panama · Aug 20: Times not published · Aug 21: Departure 4:00 AM

About Fuerte Amador (Panama City)

Published schedule: August 20, 2027 — Times not published; August 21, 2027 — Departure 4:00 AM

Fuerte Amador (Panama City), in Panama, brings together UNESCO-recognized heritage, historic architecture and heritage, and walkable historic districts. Notable places include Panama Canal's and Metropolitan Natural Park. Time ashore can focus on exploring recognized heritage sites and admiring historic buildings, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not currently publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this Fuerte Amador (Panama City) call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable arrangements and touring options closer to departure.

August 21, 2027 Panama Canal Transit Panama · Times not published

About Panama Canal Transit

Published schedule: August 21, 2027 — Times not published

Panama Canal Transit, in Panama, brings together green landscapes and gardens and waterfront and maritime character. Notable places include Gatun Lake. Time ashore can focus on exploring gardens and green spaces and spending time along the waterfront, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this scenic cruising entry because no conventional port visit is scheduled.

August 22 & 23, 2027 Cartagena Colombia · Aug 22: Arrival 1:00 PM · Aug 23: Departure 6:00 PM · 8 listed experiences

About Cartagena

Published schedule: August 22, 2027 — Arrival 1:00 PM; August 23, 2027 — Departure 6:00 PM

Cartagena, in Colombia, brings together UNESCO-recognized heritage, historic architecture and heritage, and walkable historic districts. Notable places include Old Town. Time ashore can focus on exploring recognized heritage sites and admiring historic buildings, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Panoramic Cartagena City Tour — minimal activity
  • Flavors of Cartagena: A Street Food Journey — extensive activity
  • Birdwatching at Colombia National Aviary — extensive activity
  • La Boquilla Fishing Village & Interactive Drumming Show — extensive activity
  • Taste of Cartagena — moderate activity
  • A Cartagena Culinary Experience — minimal activity
  • Rosario Islands Experience — moderate activity
  • Cigars & Spirits of Cartagena — minimal activity
August 25, 2027 Port Antonio Jamaica · 8:00 AM-7:00 PM · 4 listed experiences

About Port Antonio

Published schedule: August 25, 2027 — 8:00 AM-7:00 PM

Port Antonio, in Jamaica, brings together coastal scenery, elevated viewpoints and dramatic terrain, and green landscapes and gardens. Notable places include Blue Lagoon and Rio Grande River. Time ashore can focus on enjoying the shoreline and coastal views and seeking out panoramic viewpoints, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Rio Grande Rafting Experience — minimal activity
  • Reach Falls Discovery — moderate activity
  • Frenchman's Cove Beach Escape — moderate activity
  • Panoramic Port Antonio — minimal activity
August 26, 2027 Montego Bay Jamaica · 7:00 AM-5:00 PM · 5 listed experiences

About Montego Bay

Published schedule: August 26, 2027 — 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

Montego Bay, in Jamaica, brings together coastal scenery and regional food and drink. Time ashore can focus on enjoying the shoreline and coastal views and sampling regional food and drink, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Safari Truck Adventure — moderate activity
  • Music Mansion Xperience — moderate activity
  • Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting — moderate activity
  • Discover Green Grotto Caves — extensive activity
  • The Historic Rose Hall Great House — moderate activity
August 27, 2027 George Town, Grand Cayman Cayman Islands · 7:00 AM-4:00 PM · 6 listed experiences

About George Town, Grand Cayman

Published schedule: August 27, 2027 — 7:00 AM-4:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, in Cayman Islands, brings together coastal scenery, marine landscapes, and regional food and drink. Time ashore can focus on enjoying the shoreline and coastal views and discovering the surrounding marine environment, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Kittiwake & Reef Sail Adventure — moderate activity
  • Kaibo Beach Break — minimal activity
  • Starfish & Mangrove Eco Tour — moderate activity
  • Champagne Private Snorkel & Stingray City Tour — physically fit activity
  • Oculus Glass Bottom Boat Shipwrecks Tour — minimal activity
  • Grand Cayman by Helicopter — minimal activity
August 29, 2027 Miami United States of America · 7:00 AM-6:00 PM

About Miami

Published schedule: August 29, 2027 — 7:00 AM-6:00 PM

Miami, in United States of America, brings together historic architecture and heritage, coastal scenery, and regional food and drink. Notable places include Art Deco Historic District and Miami Beach. Time ashore can focus on admiring historic buildings and enjoying the shoreline and coastal views, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not currently publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this Miami call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable arrangements and touring options closer to departure.

August 30, 2027 Port Canaveral United States of America · 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

About Port Canaveral

Published schedule: August 30, 2027 — 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

Port Canaveral, in United States of America, brings together the destination’s setting and local character. Time ashore can focus on exploring the destination at a comfortable pace and experiencing its local character, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not currently publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this Port Canaveral call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable arrangements and touring options closer to departure.

September 1, 2027 Norfolk United States of America · 9:00 AM-7:00 PM

About Norfolk

Published schedule: September 1, 2027 — 9:00 AM-7:00 PM

Norfolk, in United States of America, brings together historic architecture and heritage, museums and cultural collections, and green landscapes and gardens. Time ashore can focus on admiring historic buildings and visiting museums and cultural sites, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not currently publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this Norfolk call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable arrangements and touring options closer to departure.

September 3, 2027 New York City United States of America · Arrival 7:00 AM

About New York City

Published schedule: September 3, 2027 — Arrival 7:00 AM

New York City, in United States of America, brings together museums and cultural collections, green landscapes and gardens, and regional food and drink. Notable places include Central Park and Times Square. Time ashore can focus on visiting museums and cultural sites and exploring gardens and green spaces, offering a rounded introduction to the area during this Crystal port call.

Shore planning

Crystal does not currently publish a voyage-specific shore-experience list for this New York City call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable arrangements and touring options closer to departure.

Please note: Shore-experience names, activity levels, availability, and schedules can change before departure. Confirm the final program with Deluxe Cruises closer to sailing. No excursion prices or cruise-line links are included on this page.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Crystal Serenity August 9-September 3, 2027 cruise: is this voyage right for you?

This 25-day luxury voyage aboard Crystal Serenity sails from San Diego to New York City, with calls including Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Zihuatanejo, and Acajutla, plus eight sea days. Before you reserve Voyage CSE-C25-270809, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare suites, deck locations, inclusions, current preferred-rate opportunities, and applicable special amenities for this exact departure.

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What are Crystal Serenity’s ship statistics?
740 guestsSpacious luxury ship with nearly one staff member per guest
68,870 GTGross registered tonnage
820 ft / 250 mLength overall
105.6 ft / 32.2 mWidth
24.9 ft / 7.6 mDraft
22 knotsMaximum cruising speed
402Ocean-view rooms and suites
10 venuesPublished dining choices across the ship
What clothes should I bring for this August cruise?

Packing for this August sailing: a summer itinerary

  • Pack breathable daytime clothing, sun protection, and a light layer or wind-resistant jacket for evenings and days at sea.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add a compact umbrella and a light scarf or wrap. Carry clothing that covers shoulders and knees where religious sites require modest dress.

Crystal dress etiquette

Before 6:00 PM: relaxed resort wear such as sundresses, elegant shorts, jeans, T-shirts, polos, blouses, and linen. Cover swimsuits outside designated pool areas.

After 6:00 PM: Evening Resort attire. Women may wear dresses, skirts, tailored pants, blouses, sweaters, or dark unripped jeans. Men may wear collared shirts, sweaters, chinos, or a blazer; dark jeans should be paired with a jacket. Shorts, flip-flops, and casual daytime clothing are not appropriate in evening public and dining spaces.

Formal and themed evenings: Crystal currently describes voyages of seven nights or less as casual evenings; longer voyages generally include one Formal Evening. White Night is normally scheduled on voyages of seven or more nights. The final onboard program confirms this sailing’s events.

What services and amenities are available onboard?
  • Dedicated private butler service in every accommodation, plus 24-hour in-suite dining.
  • Standard unlimited Wi-Fi, included gratuities, curated beverages, and multiple restaurants and lounges.
  • Pool and hot tubs, Aurōra Spa, library, shops, theater, casino, piano bar, nightclub, and Computer University@Sea.
  • Complimentary self-service laundry rooms on Decks 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11, with detergent supplied.

Good to know: enhanced internet packages and some personal services may carry an additional charge. Venues, hours, and inclusions should be reconfirmed before departure.

What fitness and sports facilities does Crystal Serenity have?
  • An approximately 3,000-square-foot Crystal Life Fitness Center with professional weights and Technogym equipment.
  • Scheduled yoga, mat Pilates, and indoor cycling, supported by a full-time fitness director.
  • A wraparound promenade, golf driving nets, table tennis, shuffleboard, and two full-size paddle-tennis and pickleball courts.
  • Aurōra Spa wellness facilities, including sauna and steam areas, with bookable treatments.

Class schedules, court availability, treatment access, and participation requirements are confirmed onboard.

What cabin features and amenities can guests expect?
  • Queen or twin-bed configuration, a sitting area with television, and a veranda or picture window according to category.
  • Butler service, nightly turndown, 24-hour in-suite dining, pillow choices, and a stocked minibar with selected beverages.
  • Interactive tablet, personal safe, Ortigia bath products, robes or kimonos, slippers, and both 110V and 220V electrical outlets.
  • Bathroom grab bars are provided. Hypoallergenic bedding and products may be requested in advance.

Room size, layout, bath or shower arrangement, laundry benefits, pressing, and specialty-dining benefits vary by accommodation category. Review the exact suite before reserving.

Can children and babies sail on Crystal Serenity?
  • Minimum age: a child must be at least six months old on embarkation day. Crystal may limit the number of children between six months and two years old on a sailing.
  • Sleeping and dining: cribs or playpens are available for children six to 24 months, and highchairs can be requested. Reserve these in advance because quantities are limited.
  • Children’s spaces: Fantasia is the children’s playroom and Waves is the teen center. Organized Junior Activities programming is offered only on selected voyages and seasons; otherwise an accompanying adult is required.
  • Babysitting: in-suite babysitting is subject to availability and advance notice. It is limited to children over age one and does not include overnight care, bathing, or diaper changing.
  • Pool safety: babies and toddlers who are not toilet trained may not use pools, including when wearing swim diapers.
  • Going ashore: bring an appropriate child car seat when required by local law or transport arrangements.
  • Travel documents: guests under 18 require a qualifying accompanying adult. Additional consent or guardianship documents may be required when a parent or legal guardian is not traveling.
  • Pregnancy: a guest cannot sail if she will enter her 24th week of pregnancy at any point during the voyage.

For Voyage CSE-C25-270809: do not assume a supervised children’s program or babysitter will operate. Ask Deluxe Cruises to confirm the sailing-specific family program before booking.

How does Crystal Serenity handle special needs and accessibility?

Tell Deluxe Cruises about mobility, medical, dietary, communication, equipment, or accommodation needs at the time of booking. Requests should be documented early because accessible rooms and some services are limited.

  • Accessible rooms: Selected accessible accommodations may include a ramped bathroom threshold, grab bars, a fold-down shower seat, handheld shower, raised toilet, and lowered hanging bars. Accessible public restrooms are also available.
  • Hearing and communication: assistive-listening systems, closed captioning, and communication kits may be requested in advance.
  • Wheelchairs and scooters: guests must bring their own mobility device. Ship wheelchairs are reserved for emergencies, and crew cannot provide personal wheelchair assistance. Crystal recommends scooters no wider than 22 inches; larger devices should be foldable.
  • Personal care: anyone who needs help with eating, dressing, toileting, transfers, or other daily needs should travel with a capable companion because ship personnel do not provide personal care.
  • Tender ports: boarding can require approximately 15 steps. Mobility devices cannot be lifted into tenders and must be foldable and carried by the guest’s traveling party. The captain makes the final safety decision.
  • Medical equipment: bring and declare your own CPAP, oxygen concentrator, nebulizer, or oxygen supply. The ship does not provide oxygen therapy or refill tanks. Refrigerated medication may be stored securely in the medical facility with advance notice.
  • Service animals: notify Crystal in writing at booking so documentation, entry rules, and port restrictions can be reviewed well before departure.

Important: accessibility varies by port, gangway, pier, tender operation, and shore transport. Deluxe Cruises can help document requests, but Crystal Serenity’s medical team and captain retain final operational and safety authority.

What is the smoking policy on Crystal Serenity?

Crystal Serenity is predominantly non-smoking. Smoking is strictly prohibited inside every suite and guest room and on all private verandas. Electronic cigarettes follow the same restrictions as cigarettes.

  • Indoor: cigarette, cigar, and pipe smoking is permitted only in the Connoisseur Club.
  • Cigarettes and electronic cigarettes: designated areas are located aft on Decks 8, 9, 10, and 11, and on the port side forward at the Seahorse Pool.
  • Cigars and pipes: permitted in the designated aft areas on Decks 8 through 11 and in the Connoisseur Club.

Smoking areas and onboard rules can change. Follow posted signs and Guest Services instructions during the voyage.