Crystal unveils the itineraries for the second half of 2026
Crystal Cruises has unveiled the details of its itineraries for the second half of 2026, offering travelers the opportunity to enjoy luxurious experiences aboard the Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. The announcement features a wide range of destinations across five continents, from July to December, reflecting the company’s philosophy of combining cultural exploration with personalized service.
These carefully curated itineraries include new ports, iconic cities, islands, and hidden gems, showcasing Crystal’s commitment to cultural enrichment and exploration. Covering Europe, Asia, Africa, North, and South America, the two ships will visit over 180 ports in total. Crystal Serenity will host guests on 18 cruises, visiting 36 countries and 108 ports, while Crystal Symphony will explore 32 countries and 79 ports, marking its return to North America for the first time since 2019. These new itineraries follow recent onboard enhancements to both ships, including the introduction of the first-ever Beefbar at sea, in collaboration with visionary restaurateur Riccardo Giraudi, and the debut of the world’s first and only Casino de Monte-Carlo at sea.
According to Mario Parodi, Vice President of Itinerary Planning and Port & Fuel Operations, the 2026 itineraries will offer guests the opportunity to discover the world in extraordinary ways. Aboard the Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, travelers will have the chance to explore not only iconic destinations but also hidden gems, immersing themselves in local cultures through exclusive excursions masterfully curated by Abercrombie & Kent.
These experiences will allow guests to engage with destinations through the perspectives of renowned historians and guides. During their journey, they will also enjoy dedicated butler service, rejuvenating wellness experiences, exquisite cuisine, live entertainment, and enriching encounters with extraordinary guest speakers, making every moment aboard unique and unforgettable.
Crystal Serenity’s itineraries from July to December 2026 will offer a rich and diverse travel experience, with destinations ranging from Northern Europe to the Pacific coast of North America.
In July, the ship will depart from Southampton to explore Northern Europe, visiting the medieval architecture of Antwerp, the modern art of Rotterdam, and the historic port of Hamburg, before concluding in Oslo and Copenhagen after a day at sea. In August, the journey begins in Amsterdam and takes guests along the Atlantic coast, with stops in Saint-Malo and the charming French cities of Brest, Nantes, and La Rochelle. The itinerary continues with visits to San Sebastián and Gijón in Spain, culminating in a special event: observing a solar eclipse at sea. Following this unique experience, the voyage proceeds to Porto and concludes in Lisbon.
In September, the cruise departs from Fusina (Venice) and sails through the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, featuring stops in Trieste, a day at sea, and visits to Dubrovnik, Corfu, Kefalonia, and Monemvasia, before ending in Piraeus (Athens), the gateway to classical Greece. October sees the ship departing from Barcelona, with an itinerary that includes Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, Cartagena, Melilla, Gibraltar, and Casablanca. After a day at sea, guests can explore Portimão before enjoying an extended stay in Lisbon.
In November, the ship leaves Lisbon for a transatlantic crossing to Fort Lauderdale, with stops in Funchal, Madeira, and the Azores, including Ponta Delgada and Horta. After several days at sea, the itinerary features St. John’s and Road Town, Tortola, concluding in San Juan and finally Fort Lauderdale after two additional days at sea.
In December, the adventure begins in Puerto Caldera, exploring the picturesque Pacific coastline up to North America. Guests will visit San Juan del Sur, Acajutla, Zihuatanejo, Manzanillo, and Puerto Vallarta. Following two days at sea, the cruise will end in San Diego, where the 2027 World Cruise will commence.
Crystal Symphony’s itineraries from July to December 2026 will offer extraordinary experiences, ranging from Alaska to the Caribbean, with stops that combine nature, culture, and relaxation. In July, the ship will return to North America, inaugurating seven consecutive itineraries in Alaska. Departing from Vancouver, guests will explore the pristine beauty of Alaska and British Columbia, visiting destinations such as Ketchikan, Sitka, Icy Strait Point, Wrangell, and Klawock, along with a cruise near the Hubbard Glacier. Heading south, the journey will include Prince Rupert and sailing through the Seymour Narrows, concluding in Victoria, British Columbia.
In August, the ship will once again depart from Vancouver, tracing the stunning Pacific coast. Guests will visit Astoria, San Francisco, Monterey, Santa Barbara, and Santa Catalina Island, ending the voyage in San Diego.
September will take travelers on a Caribbean adventure, departing from San Juan and visiting Marigot in St. Martin, Roseau, Bridgetown, Castries, St. John’s, Jost Van Dyke, Samaná, and Grand Turk, before concluding in New York City after two days at sea.
October will be the perfect time to admire the fall foliage, with an itinerary departing from Montreal and following the Eastern Seaboard. Guests will visit Québec, Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Sydney and Halifax in Nova Scotia, Saint John in New Brunswick, Portland in Maine, Boston, and Newport, before once again ending in New York City.
In November, a round-trip cruise from Fort Lauderdale will take guests to explore the Caribbean and the Gulf Coast, including two days in vibrant New Orleans, as well as stops in Cozumel, Belize City, Roatán Island, Montego Bay, and Georgetown in the Cayman Islands, before concluding with a day at sea and returning to Fort Lauderdale.
In December, the ship will depart from Fort Lauderdale on a Caribbean itinerary bound for San Juan, with stops in Road Town, Gustavia, Pointe-à-Pitre, Kingstown, Castries, Fort-de-France, and Basseterre, each offering unique experiences blending culture and nature.
For more information about the 2026 itineraries or to book one of Crystal’s exceptional cruises, visit www.crystalcruises.com.
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