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Panama Canal - Ocean To Ocean

16 nights · Coral Princess · 9 ports · 8 days at sea

Day 1, Los Angeles

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Day 1

Los Angeles

United States · Embarkation

San Pedro harbor paths, maritime history, a battleship.

Los Angeles sails from the World Cruise Center at San Pedro, in the harbour south of the city, not from anywhere near the parts of Los Angeles people picture. It is about forty minutes from the airport with no traffic and considerably more with it. Mexican Riviera itineraries and repositioning sailings leave from here.

Ways to spend your day

  • San Pedro Downtown Harbor

    Enjoy the public harbor setting and paths available on your visit date.

  • Los Angeles Maritime Museum

    Explore available indoor exhibits in San Pedro.

  • Battleship IOWA

    Choose the general-admission experience and spaces suited to your access needs.

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Day 2At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Los Angeles toward Puerto Vallarta.

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Day 3At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Los Angeles toward Puerto Vallarta.

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Day 4

Puerto Vallarta

Mexico

Waterfront sculptures, naval history, riverside paths.

Puerto Vallarta docks north of the old town, so the Malecón, the sculptures and the Zona Romántica are a short taxi rather than a walk. The jungle and the beaches south at Yelapa are boat rides, and the town itself is the easiest Mexican Riviera call to enjoy without booking anything.

Ways to spend your day

  • Puerto Vallarta Malecón

    Choose a manageable section of the town’s waterfront promenade.

  • Museo Histórico Naval de Puerto Vallarta

    Explore selected open naval-history galleries.

  • Cuale River Island

    Choose a manageable public section of the island.

Day 5At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Puerto Vallarta toward Huatulco.

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Day 6

Huatulco

Mexico

Santa Cruz’s shore, La Crucecita, or Chahué on dry land.

Huatulco is a resort area on Mexico's Pacific coast in Oaxaca, with a series of bays. Beaches and snorkelling in its national park are the draws.

Ways to spend your day

  • Santa Cruz shore area

    A selected permitted dry-land Santa Cruz waterfront section.

  • La Crucecita centre

    Selected public areas in La Crucecita’s centre.

  • Playa Chahué dry shore

    A selected permitted dry-land area beside Playa Chahué.

Day 7

Puerto Quetzal

Guatemala

One Antigua activity with a separately arranged full road return.

Puerto Quetzal is Guatemala's main Pacific port, and the colonial city of Antigua Guatemala, UNESCO-listed and ringed by volcanoes, is the usual day trip. Lake Atitlán and Mayan sites are longer options.

Ways to spend your day

  • Antigua Guatemala, Parque Central

    A selected public central-square area in Antigua.

  • Jade Maya museum

    The confirmed museum visitor area in Antigua.

  • Casa Santo Domingo Archaeological Museum

    The archaeological museum’s currently open visitor areas.

Day 8At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Puerto Quetzal toward Puntarenas.

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Day 9

Puntarenas

Costa Rica

Paseo shore, marine exhibits, or the cathedral square.

Puntarenas is Costa Rica's main Pacific port, on a long sandy spit. Rainforest, wildlife and canopy tours are the excursions, as is a trip to San José.

Ways to spend your day

  • Paseo de los Turistas

    A selected promenade section and optional refreshment stop.

  • Parque Marino del Pacífico

    Selected currently open visitor exhibits.

  • Catedral de Puntarenas

    The cathedral exterior and permitted visitor interior.

Day 10At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Puntarenas toward Panama City.

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Day 11

Panama City

Panama

Canal views, the old quarter, a biodiversity museum.

Panama City cruise calls on the Pacific side often use the Amador Causeway cruise terminal. The Causeway, Biomuseo, and transfers toward Casco Viejo or the canal’s Pacific locks are typical; do not confuse this berth with Colón on the Caribbean side.

Ways to spend your day

  • Miraflores canal views

    Check current access during modernization works and keep the agreed return time firm.

  • Casco Antiguo and a food break

    Choose a comfortable section around Plaza de la Independencia after arranging both city connections.

  • Biomuseo on Amador

    Check the museum’s opening on your actual visit date and arrange both connections.

Day 12

Panama Canal Transit

Panama Canal Transit

Day 13At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Panama Canal Transit toward Oranjestad.

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Day 14

Oranjestad

Aruba

Town flavors or a beach day.

Oranjestad docks in the middle of town, with the pastel Dutch frontages and the shops immediately outside the terminal. Aruba's draw is the beach rather than the capital, and Eagle and Palm are both short rides north.

Ways to spend your day

  • Town & Dutch pancakes

    Browse town and the waterfront, with pancakes or lunch at Renaissance Marketplace.

  • Eagle Beach

    Choose Eagle Beach for your main outing, checking shade and rentals before settling in.

  • Palm Beach & food

    Choose Palm Beach for a beach area with nearby restaurants and watersports.

Day 15At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Oranjestad toward Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades).

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Day 16At sea.A full day at sea aboard Coral Princess. Sailing from Oranjestad toward Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades).

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Day 17

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

United States · Disembarkation

New River views, coastal gardens, Fort Lauderdale history.

Port Everglades is the cruise port for Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is one of the busiest cruise ports in the world. It is about 4 km (2.5 miles) from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and is a major departure point for Caribbean sailings.

Ways to spend your day

  • Riverwalk public paths

    Choose a manageable public section beside the New River.

  • Bonnet House Museum and Gardens

    Choose selected first-floor exhibit rooms and garden spaces.

  • Historic Stranahan House

    Choose selected rooms on the self-guided audio visit.

The map illustrates the route. Port times, where supplied, may change. Follow the ship’s all-aboard deadline on the day.

Your ship · Princess Cruises

Coral Princess

Guests
2,000
Decks
16
Built
2003
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Dining on Coral Princess

  • Princess Pizzeria: The Princess Pizzeria is conveniently located poolside for a casual bite while relaxing on deck or while watching Movies Under the Stars. · Deck 14
  • The Bar & Grill: Grilled Burgers and Dogs to Go Follow your nose to the Deck Barbecue where the burgers are flipping and the hot dogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin’s and crisp fries. · Deck 15
  • Horizon Court: An Ever-Changing Selection of Favourites Horizon Court offers an endless selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. · Deck 14
  • Dine My Way: With this new offering, you can customise every aspect of mealtime. Make reservations for the main dining room or speciality restaurants at your preferred time each day.
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Schedule supplied 2026-11-02. Ports and times are subject to change; the cruise line confirms the final itinerary.

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From $1,874 per person

Checked November 8, 2026
Cabin categories, per person
Inside$1,874
Oceanview$2,104
Balcony$2,799
Suite$4,949

Final fare, inclusions and cabin availability are confirmed as we arrange your booking.