--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: f5fa25e4-e231-4c79-b196-f0a49114143c slug: 2197466 voyage_code: 2631 cruise_line: Princess Cruises ship: Island Princess departure_date: return_date: nights: 16 embarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale disembarkation_port: Los Angeles, CA starting_price_usd: 1399.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-05T05:18:13Z --- # Panama Canal - Ocean to Ocean > Princess Cruises · Island Princess · Dec 12 – 28   (16 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Princess Cruises | | **Ship** | Island Princess | | **Duration** | 16 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Disembarkation Port** | Los Angeles, CA | | **Starting Price** | 1,399 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | 2631 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is "where the boys are." The city's reputation as America's Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the "Yachting Capital of the World," with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being th... ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Aruba **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Dutch influence still lingers on this balmy Caribbean island, part of the former Netherlands Antilles until its independence in 1986. Aruba is a contrast: the island's arid interior is dotted with cactus and windswept divi-divi trees while secluded coves and sandy beaches make up its coast. Aruba's long and colorful heritage is reflected in its dialect. Called Papiamento, it is a tongue that combines elements of Spanish, French, Portuguese, Dutch, African and English. ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Panama Canal Full Transit **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:30 PM Cruising through the Panama Canal will be one of the unforgettable experiences of your voyage. It takes approximately eight hours to navigate the 50-mile waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, allowing you to experience firsthand one of the engineering marvels of the 20th century. Completed in 1914, the canal marks the culmination of a dream born in 1513, when Balboa became the first European to cross the Isthmus of Panama and sight the Pacific. In 1880 Ferdinand de Lesseps and the... ### Day 7: Fuerte Amador **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Fuerte Amador, situated at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, is a man-made peninsula extending out into the Pacific Ocean. The one-mile causeway was created by connecting four small islands with rocks excavated from the Panama Canal. There are several shops, restaurants, and other specialty stores centered around a large marina that serves as a tender dock. The causeway also affords a panoramic view of Panama City's impressive skyline and serves as the home for the Smithsonian Institu... ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: Puntarenas, Costa Rica **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM To Spanish explorers, the rumors of gold and vast riches could only mean that this section of Central America was the costa rica - the "Rich Coast." Hailed as the Switzerland of the Americas, Costa Rica occupies a unique position, lying between two oceans and two continents. On both coasts, tropical rainforests rise to the mountains of the interior, many of which soar over 13,000 feet above sea level. In the west, a seemingly endless succession of brown-sand beaches forms the nation's Pacifi... ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: Puerto Chiapas **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Puerto Chiapas is the entry port to the southernmost part of Mexico and the town of Tapachula. The original name of this city was Tapacholatl, which in the Nahuatl language means "flooded land." According to tradition it was founded in 1486 by Tiltolotl, the leader of the Aztec army sent by Ahuizotl to conquer the region. In 1813 the Courts of Cadiz (first constitutional congress in Spain) officially recognized it as a town. They authorized maritime commerce with the rest of Mexico, Guatemal... ### Day 12: Huatulco **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM This small beach and fishing village is perfectly situated at the foothills of the Sierra Madre and the Pacific coastline, providing over 20 miles of unspoiled beaches to explore. For an unforgettable adventure, go in search of the secret coves and hidden lagoons within its nine bays. These nine bays bordered by 36 golden-sand beaches form the beautiful Las Bahias de Huatulco in the state of Oaxaca. ### Day 13: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 14: Puerto Vallarta **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Puerto Vallarta is a resort town on Mexico’s Pacific coast, in Jalisco state. It is known for its beaches, water sports and nightlife scene. Its cobblestone center is home to the ornate Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe church, boutique shops and a range of restaurants and bars. ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 17: Los Angeles, CA **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The City of Angels always hovers between dream and reality. Once a near-forgotten colonial outpost, the pueblo metamorphosed into an agrarian paradise before reinventing itself as a movie colony. Perhaps no other city owes so much to the technological innovations of the 20th century, from the automobile to the airplane. Little wonder that LA is oft described as the "dream machine." In LA, reinvention is a way of life. Yet this talent for change has created a city with a rich ethnic diversity and... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $1,399 | | Ocean View | $1,499 | | Balcony | $2,099 | | Suite | $3,149 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Interior Two Lower Beds** (Code: IB) — From $2,894 These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft. Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigera... **Interior Two Lower Beds** (Code: IE) — From $2,641 These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft. Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigera... **Interior Two Lower Beds** (Code: ID) — From $2,733 These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft. Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigera... **Interior Two Lower Beds** (Code: IA) — From $2,986 These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft. Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigera... ### Outside Cabins **Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View)** (Code: OW) — From $2,802 Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view. Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room. A spacious... **Premium Oceanview** (Code: O6) — From $3,055 The Premium Oceanview stateroom is Approximately 212 sq. ft., this well appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views. Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities o... **Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View)** (Code: OY) — From $2,802 Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view. Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room. A spacious... **Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View)** (Code: OZ) — From $2,825 Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view. Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room. A spacious... **Oceanview Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View)** (Code: OV) — From $2,802 Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view. Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room. A spacious... ### Balcony Cabins **Balcony Two Lower Beds** (Code: BE) — From $4,518 Approximately 210 to 234 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and ... **Premium Balcony** (Code: B2) — From $5,338 Approximately 248 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relax... **Balcony Two Lower Beds (Obstructed View)** (Code: BZ) Approximately 210 sq. ft. including balcony, this stateroom has an obstructed view balcony from which to enjoy the fresh sea air. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, ... **Balcony Two Lower Beds** (Code: BD) — From $4,638 Approximately 210 to 234 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and ... **Premium Balcony** (Code: B1) — From $5,458 Approximately 248 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relax... **Balcony Two Lower Beds** (Code: BA) — From $5,098 Approximately 210 to 234 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony. This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and ... ### Suite Cabins **Mini Suite without Balcony** (Code: MY) — From $6,298 Approximately 300 sq. ft., this spacious stateroom provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower. Features a picture window instead of a balcony. Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a com... **Mini Suite with Balcony** (Code: MD) — From $6,698 Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony* which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-... **Premium Suite with Balcony** (Code: S5) — From $14,498 Approximately 470 sq. ft. including balcony, the Premium Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony* includes all the amenities of a Club Class ... **Penthouse Suite** (Code: S4) — From $15,698 Approximately 509 to 512 sq. ft., the Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony* includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suit... **Mini Suite with Balcony** (Code: ME) — From $6,298 Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony* which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-... **Vista Suite with Balcony** (Code: S6) — From $12,498 Approximately 740 sq. ft. including balcony, the Vista Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony* includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mi... **Club Class Mini-Suite** (Code: M1) — From $7,658 Approximately 280 to 302 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious stateroom provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower. Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony* which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome gla... ## Ship Information ### Island Princess Island Princess is your own private retreat on the sea. Whether you crave relaxation or exhilaration, you'll find the soothing Lotus Spa, live entertainment, gourmet cuisine, casino gaming and more. And for a special treat, try the Bayou Café and Steakhouse, which features New Orleans-inspired Cajun and Creole cuisine. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 2,200 | | Crew | 900 | | Gross Tonnage | 92,822.0 | | Length | 964.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 987 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **Good Spirits® At Sea**: Good Spirits takes viewers around the globe in search of extraordinary everyday people, sharing stories of spirits and collecting farm-fresh, local in... - **Crooners Bar**: Step into Crooners bar and be transported to the classic Sinatra era, made complete with a top notch pianist singing tunes and tickling the ivories. T... - **Princess Pizzeria**: The Princess Pizzeria is conveniently located poolside for a casual bite while relaxing on deck or while watching Movies Under the Stars®. Serving the... - **The Bar & Grill**: 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. Vegg... - **Wheelhouse Bar**: Stop by the Wheelhouse Bar for pre-dinner drinks or post-performance libations. The menu offers a wide selection of classic cocktails, beers, wines, m... ### Relaxation - **The Princess® Luxury Bed**: With your overall wellness in mind, we’ve collaborated with a board-certified sleep expert to create the ultimate in blissful comfort. Our luxurious n... - **Lotus Spa®**: Named "Best Spa on a Cruise Ship" by Spafinder Wellness 365™, the Lotus Spa® offers a variety of relaxing treatments, such as facials, aroma stone the... - **Lotus Spa® Fitness Center**: The Lotus Spa Fitness Center offers fitness programs designed to help you maximize your wellness with Tour de Cycle, personal training and classes suc... - **Conservatory**: A variety of ways to rejuvenate can be found at the Conservatory, an enclosed climate-controlled top-deck recreation area that features two soothing h... - **The Sanctuary**: Indulge in a private cabana at our exclusive adults-only retreat. Relax with signature beverages, light meals, and al fresco massages. Serenity Stewar... ### Other - **Just For Teens 13-17**: This contemporary lounge is "the place" for teens — perfect for hanging out and socializing with late-night movie viewing, hip hop dance classes, vide... - **Truly Luxurious Accommodations at Sea**: Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony* includes all the amenities of a Reserve Collection Mini-Suite^^, plus incre... - **Just For Kids 8-12**: Inspired by the great outdoors, this cozy center keeps kids busy with games, dancing and kid-sized Olympic competitions. Their minds stay busy, too, w... - **Just For Kids 3-7**: Even the littlest guests will delight in this whimsical, forest-themed world that inspires playtime and invites exploration. Kids, ages 3 to 7, can da... - **Family**: Princess makes it easy to sail together in comfort. There is a wide selection of staterooms accommodating up to four guests, and you’ll enjoy substant... ### Entertainment - **Top Deck Parties**: For breathtaking ocean views and engaging opportunities to meet new friends and celebrate your voyage, no place beats the top deck. Under the sun or u... - **Music & Dancing**: When it comes to music and dancing we’ve got everything that your musical palette may desire. Whether it’s tapping your toes to cover bands, singing a... - **Pools & Hot Tubs**: Take a dip in our sparkling pools and leave your everyday world behind. Unwind on a padded lounger and soak up the sun, catch up on reading, listen to... - **The Piazza**: Discover Old World charm as you stroll through our breathtaking Piazza—a hub of activity, inspired by the vibrant squares of Europe. Roving street per... - **Princess Theater**: With dazzling stage sets, artists from around the globe, modern hits and timeless classics, the Princess Theater showcases lavish, original production... ## Ports of Call ### Fort Lauderdale *Coordinates: 26.0966, -80.1241* According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is "where the boys are." The city's reputation as America's Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the "Yachting Capital of the World," with... ### Aruba *Coordinates: 12.519, -70.037* Dutch influence still lingers on this balmy Caribbean island, part of the former Netherlands Antilles until its independence in 1986. Aruba is a contrast: the island's arid interior is dotted with cactus and windswept divi-divi trees while secluded coves and sandy beaches make up its coast. Aruba's long and colorful heritage is reflected in its dialect. Called Papiamento, it is a tongue that combi... ### Panama Canal Full Transit Cruising through the Panama Canal will be one of the unforgettable experiences of your voyage. It takes approximately eight hours to navigate the 50-mile waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, allowing you to experience firsthand one of the engineering marvels of the 20th century. Completed in 1914, the canal marks the culmination of a dream born in 1513, when Balboa became the first... ### Fuerte Amador *Coordinates: 8.91667, -79.5833* Fuerte Amador, situated at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, is a man-made peninsula extending out into the Pacific Ocean. The one-mile causeway was created by connecting four small islands with rocks excavated from the Panama Canal. There are several shops, restaurants, and other specialty stores centered around a large marina that serves as a tender dock. The causeway also affords a p... ### Puntarenas, Costa Rica To Spanish explorers, the rumors of gold and vast riches could only mean that this section of Central America was the costa rica - the "Rich Coast." Hailed as the Switzerland of the Americas, Costa Rica occupies a unique position, lying between two oceans and two continents. On both coasts, tropical rainforests rise to the mountains of the interior, many of which soar over 13,000 feet above se... ### Puerto Chiapas *Coordinates: 14.7194, -92.4256* Puerto Chiapas is the entry port to the southernmost part of Mexico and the town of Tapachula. The original name of this city was Tapacholatl, which in the Nahuatl language means "flooded land." According to tradition it was founded in 1486 by Tiltolotl, the leader of the Aztec army sent by Ahuizotl to conquer the region. In 1813 the Courts of Cadiz (first constitutional congress in Spain) off... ### Huatulco *Coordinates: 15.7634, -96.1223* This small beach and fishing village is perfectly situated at the foothills of the Sierra Madre and the Pacific coastline, providing over 20 miles of unspoiled beaches to explore. For an unforgettable adventure, go in search of the secret coves and hidden lagoons within its nine bays. These nine bays bordered by 36 golden-sand beaches form the beautiful Las Bahias de Huatulco in the state of Oaxac... ### Puerto Vallarta *Coordinates: 20.622, -105.228* Puerto Vallarta is a resort town on Mexico’s Pacific coast, in Jalisco state. It is known for its beaches, water sports and nightlife scene. Its cobblestone center is home to the ornate Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe church, boutique shops and a range of restaurants and bars. ### Los Angeles, CA *Coordinates: 33.7701, -118.194* The City of Angels always hovers between dream and reality. Once a near-forgotten colonial outpost, the pueblo metamorphosed into an agrarian paradise before reinventing itself as a movie colony. Perhaps no other city owes so much to the technological innovations of the 20th century, from the automobile to the airplane. Little wonder that LA is oft described as the "dream machine." In LA, reinvent... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2197466 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2197466 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2197466.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2197466/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/princess-cruises/island-princess/other/56176.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 05:18:13 UTC