--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 268ee2a7-358c-4e99-88a6-c6b3ae709977 slug: 2199744 voyage_code: CSY-012-260824 cruise_line: Crystal Cruises ship: Crystal Symphony departure_date: return_date: nights: 12 embarkation_port: San Diego, California disembarkation_port: Guayaquil, Ecuador starting_price_usd: 5900.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-04T22:21:31Z --- # San Diego to Guayaquil > Crystal Cruises · Crystal Symphony · Aug 24 – Sep 5   (12 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Crystal Cruises | | **Ship** | Crystal Symphony | | **Duration** | 12 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | San Diego, California | | **Disembarkation Port** | Guayaquil, Ecuador | | **Starting Price** | 5,900 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | CSY-012-260824 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: San Diego, California **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM This magical city is festive and friendly, from its legendary zoo to Balboa Park everyone here seems to be living that quintessential California lifestyle – sun, sand and surf. Between ocean and desert, the near perfect weather here is ideal for exploring charming neighborhoods, gorgeous parks, and of course, the beach. ### Day 2: Ensenada, Mexico **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Ensenada, the third-largest city in the state of Baja, and its environs are famed for many things. One is the sunny and mild weather, which helps yield fine wines considered to be the best in Mexico. Another is the surf. Ensenada boasts several celebrated surfing spots, including San Miguel Beach and Three Ms, or Tres Emes. A third lure is off-road racing, with the Baja 1000 being held every year in November and the Baja 500 taking place in June. Rivaling Carnival in Rio and Mardi Gras in New Or... ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Nestled into the Baja Peninsula, Cabo San Lucas is surrounded by a translucent sea and timeless rock formations that seem otherworldly. There are miles of golden beaches and an undersea world that’s just as fascinating as what’s on shore. ### Day 5: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico **Arrives:** 11:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Embraced by rugged tropical mountains on one side and the beautiful Banderas Bay on the other, Puerto Vallarta is second only to Acapulco when it comes to the Mexican Riviera's leading resort cities. White stucco houses are capped with red-tile roofs and surrounded by bougainvillea-lined cobblestone streets. Native women who beat their laundry along riverbanks as busy fishing boats return to port illustrate a lifestyle that has been maintained for decades. Nearby, sophisticated restaurant... ### Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Acajutla **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Relatively new on cruising sojourns, El Salvador is likely to become pinned as a surprising favorite, due to a unique blend of authenticity and rusticity combined with classic tropical attractions – think national parks, steep volcanos, wide beaches, colonial history, colorful handcrafts and an easy-going attitude. Outdoor pursuits might put you in snorkel gear or on ziplines, or you might make a beeline for a café serving the region’s famed coffee. ### Day 9: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Acrescent-shaped bay, excellent surfing and fishing, and authentic, laid-back culture make this slice of paradise a tempting invitation to stroll golden-sand beaches and streets lined with wooden buildings painted in vibrant colors. Hammocks and sunsets are the way of life here, where the hilltop statue of Christ of the Mercy gazes upon the bay, like Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, but on a much smaller scale. ### Day 10: Puntarenas, Costa Rica **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM One of Latin America's most peaceful countries, often called the "Switzerland of Central America," Costa Rica does not possess an army and boasts a stable democratic government as well as a high literacy rate. Strategically located between two great continents, it has been the benefactor of great cultural contributions from each. Visitors to Costa Rica will be welcomed by friendly people and will enjoy superb scenery and an ideal climate. ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: Manta, Ecuador **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Lapped by the azure waters of Ecuador's Pacific coast, Manta brims with pretty beaches and a vibrant coastal culture of fishing, diving, snorkeling and kitesurfing. Seaside bars and restaurants beckon with local delicacies and stunning ocean views. Pacoche Reserve, a habitat for howler monkeys, is a hot spot for nature lovers. Fans of the Panama hat, recognized by UNESCO as an item of Intangible Cultural Heritage, can visit its birthplace in Montecristi, where the hat is still woven by hand. ### Day 13: Guayaquil, Ecuador **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hyacinths drift by on the chocolate brown Guayas River. The forest seems to almost close in on the town. A tour includes the Municipal Market, the City Museum and the column called La Rotonda, celebrating a meeting of Bolivár and San Martín. The pristine Galapogos Islands are straight west of here, beyond the horizon. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $5,900 | | Balcony | $7,000 | | Suite | $7,500 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Double Guest Room with Ocean View** (Code: CSWM) Contemporary classic bedroom redesigned in 2023, with butler service and impressive windows onto ocean views. Room Size UP TO 215 SQ FT Details Large picture window Sizeable living area with sofa Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding TV Walk-in shower Services 24 hour in-suite dining... **Double Guest Room with Ocean View** (Code: CSWF) Contemporary classic bedroom redesigned in 2023, with butler service and impressive windows onto ocean views. Room Size UP TO 215 SQ FT Details Large picture window Sizeable living area with sofa Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding TV Walk-in shower Services 24 hour in-suite dining... **Single Guest Room with Ocean View** (Code: SGWF) Cozy bedroom redesigned in 2023, with welcoming and comfortable detailing, butler service and ocean views. Room Size UP TO 215 SQ FT Details Large picture window Sizeable living area with sofa Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding TV Walk-in shower Services 24 hour in-suite dining Tu... ### Balcony Cabins **Double Guest Room with Veranda** (Code: CSVM) Contemporary classic bedroom redesigned in 2023, with butler service and comfortable seating constellations opening onto a private veranda. Room Size UP TO 215 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 54 SQ FT Details Private veranda Sizeable living area with sofa Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous beddi... **Double Guest Room with Veranda** (Code: CSVF) Contemporary classic bedroom redesigned in 2023, with butler service and comfortable seating constellations opening onto a private veranda. Room Size UP TO 215 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 54 SQ FT Details Private veranda Sizeable living area with sofa Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous beddi... ### Suite Cabins **Sapphire Ocean View Suite** (Code: GSWM) Redesigned in 2023, these spacious suites feature a living area, lavish finishings and expansive ocean views, accompanied by attentive butler service. Includes complimentary laundry. Suite Size UP TO 430 SQ FT Details Large Picture Window Spacious living room and dining area Queen-size bed or twin... **Crystal Penthouse Suite** (Code: CHV4) Our largest suite, with expansive living areas, a private veranda, sumptuous finishings and attentive butler service. Crystal Penthouse suites are available to book in the 2023 or 2020 designs. Includes complimentary laundry. Suite Size UP TO 909 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 107 SQ FT Details Large p... **Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite** (Code: RYVM) Redesigned in 2023, this large suite includes spacious rooms with separate dining and living areas, looking onto a private veranda, and accompanied by attentive butler service. Includes complimentary laundry. Suite Size UP TO 645 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 161 SQ FT Details Large private veranda Sp... **Sapphire Veranda Suite** (Code: GSVF) Spacious suite, with living area, lavish finishings and private veranda, accompanied by attentive butler service. Sapphire suites are available to book in new and classic design. Includes complimentary laundry. Suite Size UP TO 430 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 107 SQ FT Details Private veranda Spacio... **Aquamarine Veranda Suite** (Code: SSVM) Suite offering comfortable living area, private veranda and perfect for grand yet intimate moments, accompanied by attentive butler service. Aquamarine suites are available to book in new and classic design. Suite Size UP TO 323 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 86 SQ FT Details Private veranda Sizeable l... **Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite** (Code: RYVF) Redesigned in 2023, this large suite includes spacious rooms with separate dining and living areas, looking onto a private veranda, and accompanied by attentive butler service. Includes complimentary laundry. Suite Size UP TO 645 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 161 SQ FT Details Large private veranda Sp... **Sapphire Veranda Suite** (Code: GSVM) Spacious suite, with living area, lavish finishings and private veranda, accompanied by attentive butler service. Sapphire suites are available to book in new and classic design. Includes complimentary laundry. Suite Size UP TO 430 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 107 SQ FT Details Private veranda Spacio... **Aquamarine Veranda Suite** (Code: SSVF) Suite offering comfortable living area, private veranda and perfect for grand yet intimate moments, accompanied by attentive butler service. Aquamarine suites are available to book in new and classic design. Suite Size UP TO 323 SQ FT Balcony Size UP TO 86 SQ FT Details Private veranda Sizeable l... ## Ship Information ### Crystal Symphony WITH ELEGANT LINES AND SWEEPING OCEAN VIEWS, OUR INTIMATE SHIP HOUSES EXPANSIVE SUITES AND GUEST ROOMS, ALONGSIDE A WORLD-CLASS CHOICE OF DINING, WELLNESS AND ENTERTAINMENT. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 606 | | Crew | 566 | | Gross Tonnage | 51,068.0 | | Length | 781.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 452 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **Trident Grill**: Our pool restaurant featuring favorite classics such as Burgers, melts, salads and quick snacks for an indulgent poolside snack. - **Osteria d'Ovidio**: Fine Italian cuisine, featuring original menus and dishes created by talented Crystal chefs. Reservations required and limited per sailing. - **Umi Uma**: Created by legendary Master Chef Nobuyki (Nobu) Matsuhisa, Umi Uma is an innovative Japanese-Peruvian restaurant inspired by the rich culture of Japan... - **Marketplace**: Buffet style dining wrapped in floor to ceiling windows and a chic open air dining area. This venue offers breakfast and lunch with a variety of choic... - **Beefbar**: The most exciting flavors from the global street-food scene are fashioned from the freshest ingredients by creative chefs and served for sharing in st... ### Entertainment - **Connoisseur Club**: An elegant space to indulge in the finest cigars and cognacs. - **Wave's & Fantasia (Children and Teen's Spaces)**: Specialized fun for junior cruisers. - **Apropos & Facets Onboard Shopping**: Heighten the experience on board with a selection of fine jewelry, watches and cruise wear available in our arcade, alongside designer apparel. Make t... - **Crystal Cove**: An ideal refreshment stop any time of the day, and the perfect place to meet friends for a pre-dinner cocktail. Enjoy a variety of musical styles as t... - **Crystal Collection**: Offers fine perfumes and colognes, cosmetics, purses, sun glasses, and jewelry. ### Fitness - **Crystal Life Fitness**: Our 3,000+ square-foot Fitness Center, Weight Room and Aerobics Studio feature an extensive line of professional weights and Technogym® exercise equip... - **Golf Driving Nets**: Practice your golf-game with the expert coaching of our qualified PGA golf pro (available on most cruises). TaylorMade® clubs are available from the s... ### Relaxation - **Seahorse Pool**: Our Seahorse Pool, with plenty of surrounding deck space to sunbathe, relax and read while enjoying a cool drink in the afternoon. - **Crystal Aurōra Spa**: Our spa offers a wide range of health and beauty services for ladies and gentlemen. There is a complete sauna and steam room facilities, as well as a ... ### Technology - **Computer University@Sea**: Our innovative Computer lab onboard led by a team of tech experts. - **Library**: A well-stocked library containing over 2,000 books on a range of subjects from classics to popular biographies, history to contemporary mysteries. Plu... ### Recreational - **Wimbledon Court (Paddle Tennis and Pickle Ball)**: Hit the full-sized paddle tennis and pickle ball court for a friendly game. Crystal Serenity has two courts available. ## Ports of Call ### San Diego, California *Coordinates: 32.7157, -117.161* This magical city is festive and friendly, from its legendary zoo to Balboa Park everyone here seems to be living that quintessential California lifestyle – sun, sand and surf. Between ocean and desert, the near perfect weather here is ideal for exploring charming neighborhoods, gorgeous parks, and of course, the beach. ### Ensenada, Mexico *Coordinates: 31.8578, -116.606* Ensenada, the third-largest city in the state of Baja, and its environs are famed for many things. One is the sunny and mild weather, which helps yield fine wines considered to be the best in Mexico. Another is the surf. Ensenada boasts several celebrated surfing spots, including San Miguel Beach and Three Ms, or Tres Emes. A third lure is off-road racing, with the Baja 1000 being held every year ... ### Cabo San Lucas, Mexico *Coordinates: 22.8905, -109.917* Nestled into the Baja Peninsula, Cabo San Lucas is surrounded by a translucent sea and timeless rock formations that seem otherworldly. There are miles of golden beaches and an undersea world that’s just as fascinating as what’s on shore. ### Puerto Vallarta, Mexico *Coordinates: 20.622, -105.228* Embraced by rugged tropical mountains on one side and the beautiful Banderas Bay on the other, Puerto Vallarta is second only to Acapulco when it comes to the Mexican Riviera's leading resort cities. White stucco houses are capped with red-tile roofs and surrounded by bougainvillea-lined cobblestone streets. Native women who beat their laundry along riverbanks as busy fishing boats return to po... ### Acajutla *Coordinates: 13.5882, -89.8324* Relatively new on cruising sojourns, El Salvador is likely to become pinned as a surprising favorite, due to a unique blend of authenticity and rusticity combined with classic tropical attractions – think national parks, steep volcanos, wide beaches, colonial history, colorful handcrafts and an easy-going attitude. Outdoor pursuits might put you in snorkel gear or on ziplines, or you might make ... ### San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua *Coordinates: 11.2538, -85.8718* Acrescent-shaped bay, excellent surfing and fishing, and authentic, laid-back culture make this slice of paradise a tempting invitation to stroll golden-sand beaches and streets lined with wooden buildings painted in vibrant colors. Hammocks and sunsets are the way of life here, where the hilltop statue of Christ of the Mercy gazes upon the bay, like Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, but on a... ### Puntarenas, Costa Rica One of Latin America's most peaceful countries, often called the "Switzerland of Central America," Costa Rica does not possess an army and boasts a stable democratic government as well as a high literacy rate. Strategically located between two great continents, it has been the benefactor of great cultural contributions from each. Visitors to Costa Rica will be welcomed by friendly people and will ... ### Manta, Ecuador *Coordinates: -0.967653, -80.7089* Lapped by the azure waters of Ecuador's Pacific coast, Manta brims with pretty beaches and a vibrant coastal culture of fishing, diving, snorkeling and kitesurfing. Seaside bars and restaurants beckon with local delicacies and stunning ocean views. Pacoche Reserve, a habitat for howler monkeys, is a hot spot for nature lovers. Fans of the Panama hat, recognized by UNESCO as an item of Intangible C... ### Guayaquil, Ecuador *Coordinates: -2.20382, -79.8975* Hyacinths drift by on the chocolate brown Guayas River. The forest seems to almost close in on the town. A tour includes the Municipal Market, the City Museum and the column called La Rotonda, celebrating a meeting of Bolivár and San Martín. The pristine Galapogos Islands are straight west of here, beyond the horizon. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2199744 - **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/2199744 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2199744.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2199744/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/crystal-cruises/crystal-symphony/other/77577.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 22:21:31 UTC