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Panama Canal - Ocean To Ocean

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

Day 1, Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

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Day 1

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

United States · Embarkation

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.

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Day 2At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) toward Cartagena.

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Day 3At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) toward Cartagena.

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Day 4

Cartagena

Colombia

Walled-city streets, a fortress, or the port’s wildlife garden.

Cartagena is a Caribbean port in Colombia whose walled colonial old town and fortifications are UNESCO-listed. The colourful streets of the old city and Getsemaní and the San Felipe fortress are the main sights.

Ways to spend your day

  • Cartagena Historic Center

    Selected streets and exterior views inside the walled city.

  • Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

    Selected available areas of San Felipe fortress.

  • Port Oasis Ecopark

    Selected permitted garden and wildlife-viewing areas at the terminal.

Day 5

Panama Canal Transit

Panama Canal Transit

Day 6

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 7At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Panama City toward Puntarenas.

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Day 8

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 9At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Puntarenas toward Puerto Quetzal.

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Day 10

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 11At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Puerto Quetzal toward Puerto Vallarta.

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Day 12At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Puerto Quetzal toward Puerto Vallarta.

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Day 13

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 14At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Puerto Vallarta toward San Francisco.

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Day 15At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Puerto Vallarta toward San Francisco.

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Day 16At sea.A full day at sea aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing from Puerto Vallarta toward San Francisco.

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Day 17

San Francisco

United States · Disembarkation

Waterfront views, market browsing, and hands-on science.

San Francisco is a hilly California city on the Golden Gate. The Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, cable cars and Fisherman's Wharf are the classics, and the cruise terminal is on the Embarcadero waterfront.

Ways to spend your day

  • Cruise Terminal Plaza

    Selected public plaza areas at Pier 27.

  • Ferry Building Marketplace

    A browse of selected Ferry Building shops and bayside areas.

  • Exploratorium

    A selected set of interactive science exhibits.

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

Ruby Princess

Guests
3,080
Decks
19
Built
2008
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Dining on Ruby Princess

  • Sabatini's: This Italian restaurant is a refined yet casual dining establishment rich in atmosphere, showcasing an Italian and Mediterranean menu with a heavy emphasis on premium seafood. Sabatini's is open for dinner from 6pm until 11pm. · Extra charge
  • Crown Grill: Timeless Steakhouse Traditions With a rich wood décor and a theatre-style kitchen, it’s no wonder Crown Grill was named among the “Best Cruise Ship Steakhouses” by USA TODAY. · Extra charge · Deck 7
  • Horizon Court Buffet: An Ever-Changing Selection of Favourites Our World Fresh Marketplace menu is offered in Horizon Court. Enjoy an endless selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. · Deck 15
  • Vines Wine Bar: Wines from Around the World Voted one of the “Best Wine Bars at Sea,” by  USA TODAY  and located in a charming corner of the Atrium, Vines boasts an extensive collection of wines, fine Champagne and sparkling wines and regional offerings for purchase. · Extra charge
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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 $1,824 per person

Checked November 12, 2026
Cabin categories, per person
Inside$1,824
Oceanview$2,024
Balcony$2,799
Suite$3,949

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