--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: f7da15da-8733-4d17-9a31-89812d4d3b1e slug: 2262810 voyage_code: SM15C098 cruise_line: Celebrity Cruises ship: Celebrity Summit departure_date: return_date: nights: 15 embarkation_port: Tampa, Florida disembarkation_port: Los Angeles, California starting_price_usd: 1457.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:29:11Z --- # Panama Canal Westward > Celebrity Cruises · Celebrity Summit · Apr 18 – May 3, 2027   (15 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Celebrity Cruises | | **Ship** | Celebrity Summit | | **Duration** | 15 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Tampa, Florida | | **Disembarkation Port** | Los Angeles, California | | **Starting Price** | 1,457 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | SM15C098 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Tampa, Florida **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM First a sponge-fishing center for Greek immigrants and later a cradle for a large Cuban-exile population, Tampa has evolved into a bustling metropolis on the more laid-back Gulf Coast of Florida. Museums, amusement parks like Busch Gardens, and even tobacco emporiums are just some of the more popular attractions in the area. ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: George Town, Grand Cayman **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Grand Cayman is one of a group of three magnificent tropical islands Christopher Columbus called "Las Tortugas" (the turtles) for the sea creatures he found in the ocean water. The designation did not endure, however, for on later maps the islands were labeled the Caimanau, the Carib Indian word for "crocodile." The name "Caimanas" refers inaccurately to the iguanas native to the islands, which were perhaps at one point mistaken for crocodiles. Among other attractions, visitors to the island wil... ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Cartagena, Colombia **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Cobbled streets, balconies with blooming bougainvillea, and pastel plazas make Cartagena one of Latin America's most photogenic cities. But it's not just another pretty seaport. Founded in 1533, this Spanish-Colonial city is steeped in history. Its location made it a popular port for plunderers and pirates. Today thrill-seekers will find a perfect mix of old and new with a twist of island attitude. ### Day 6: Colon, Panama **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM As the world’s second largest duty-free port, Colón offers abundant shopping. It also represents the gateway to numerous sites of ecological interest, including Chagres National Park, a 3,000,000-acre rainforest preserve, and the Gamboa Rainforest Preserve, which lies within Soberania National Park. ### Day 7: Panama Canal (Cruising) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The canal is a marvel of engineering, but the area is also a sanctuary for sloths, eagles, ocelots and toucans, thanks to a lush rainforest environment and tropical temperatures. ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: Puntarenas, Costa Rica **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Located along the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, Puntarenas is a great place to see native wildlife such as the scarlet macaw and the capuchin monkey. This region’s volcanic terrain and rainforest environment continue to attract travelers from around the world. ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 13: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Travel through the locks of historic Panama Canal, on a journey between the Atlantic and the Pacific. Venture through the virgin rain forests and bird sanctuaries of Puerto Limon. Then bask on the Mexican and Costa Rican beaches with a margarita. Multiple ports will give your vacation a variety. Quaint villages one day. Mayan ruins the next. Peppered with relaxing beach trips and adventurous excursions both sailing above the trees and diving deep beneath the seas. ### Day 14: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: Los Angeles, California **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Rodeo Drive, Spago, Mann's Theatre, Sunset Boulevard. There is so much to see and do in this entertainment capital, you'll have to be judicious with your time. Shop and sightsee as you keep your eyes open for Hollywood's heroes and villains in their off-screen persona. L.A. has it all and then some. See the homes of the stars, or visit the Griffith Observatory and do some celestial stargazing. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $1,457 | | Ocean View | $1,882 | | Balcony | $2,946 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Guarantee Interior** (Code: Z) — From $2,914 Guarantee Interior ### Outside Cabins **Guarantee Ocean View** (Code: Y) — From $3,764 Guarantee Ocean View ### Balcony Cabins **Guarantee Concierge** (Code: XC) — From $5,893 Guarantee Concierge **Guarantee Aqua Class** (Code: XA) Guarantee Aqua Class **Guarantee Veranda** (Code: X) Guarantee Veranda ### Suite Cabins **Guarantee Suite** (Code: W) Guarantee Suite ## Ship Information ### Celebrity Summit Celebrity Summit is making even more waves in the cruise world. From adding brand new staterooms and elevating design concepts and technology across the ship to adding The Retreat, an exclusive experience including The Retreat Sundeck and The Retreat Lounge, the results are phenomenal. These new venues combined with our award-winning Luminae are sure to please. Slip into new eXhale bedding featuring Cashmere Mattresses that will surround you in luxury—literally. Marvel at completely new bathroom modernizations. Wine and dine in reimagined restaurants and lounges, including the main dining room, Oceanview Café, Sunset Bar, and Rendezvous Lounge. Surrender your senses in the newly redesigned spa. Shop in new retail boutiques. Change the way you experience the world aboard Celebrity Summit. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 2,158 | | Crew | 999 | | Gross Tonnage | 91,000.0 | | Length | 965.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,079 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **Deal or No Deal**: Play the world’s most popular TV game show where contestants play and deal for cash in a high-energy contest of nerves and raw intuition. Everyone in ... - **The Studio**: Capture your most precious memories on-board Celebrity with an exclusive session in our Private Studio. Portraits are professionally shot in an intera... - **Solarium**: Let the serenity surround you at this indoor pool reserved for adults only*. The sound of waterfalls will transport you to a divine state of relaxatio... - **CRAPS**: In Craps, players bet on the outcome of the roll of two dice. Begin with a Pass Line bet. Roll a 7 or 11 to win, or a 2, 3, or 12 to lose. Subsequent ... - **Roulette**: In Roulette, players bet on where a ball will land on a spinning wheel. Choose bets on single numbers, groups, colors, or odd/even. The wheel has numb... ### Food and Drink - **World-Class Chefs**: Our crew of chefs continually raise the bar for culinary experiences, both at sea and beyond. - **Jack Daniel's Tasting**: Learn about Jack Daniel's famous whiskey distillery, founded in 1864. Discover how Jack Daniel's uses corn, rye, barley, fire, and patience to turn Te... - **Omakase On Board**: Our all-new Omakase dining experience is an intimate, chef-driven culinary journey unlike any other. Created exclusively by our Master Sushi Chef Yosh... - **World Wine Tour**: Visit distant vineyards using just your palate and a glass as you sample different wines from countries around the globe. Different events are offered... - **Martini Flight**: Sample miniature martinis crafted by our flair bartenders at Martini Bar. ### Relaxation - **The Spa**: Whether you want to clear your mind, fine-tune your body, reinvigorate your spirit—or all of the above—The Spa is a sanctuary where you can do it all.... - **Spa Concierge**: Whether you need a reservation at the salon or an entire personalized holistic spa regimen, your dedicated complimentary Spa Concierge will take care ... - **RENEW your wellbeing with vigor.**: RENEW your wellbeing with vigor.Whether you want to look younger or feel better, we’ve got exactly what you need to tighten, tone, and transport yours... ### Fitness - **The Fitness Center**: Even though you’re on vacation, you won’t want to skip this gym. On Celebrity Apex® and Beyond, an expanded studio offers new programs like the first ... ### Recreational - **Kérastase Salon**: We’ve partnered with Kérastase®, one of the world’s most recognized luxury haircare brands, to create the ultimate salon experience. On Edge Series, g... - **The Barber**: We know that today’s man wants to look fresh for a night out, too. That’s why we created The Barber at The Spa. Kelly Hoppen, CBE used warm tones and ... ## Ports of Call ### Tampa, Florida *Coordinates: 27.9814, -82.4511* First a sponge-fishing center for Greek immigrants and later a cradle for a large Cuban-exile population, Tampa has evolved into a bustling metropolis on the more laid-back Gulf Coast of Florida. Museums, amusement parks like Busch Gardens, and even tobacco emporiums are just some of the more popular attractions in the area. ### George Town, Grand Cayman *Coordinates: 19.3022, -81.3857* Grand Cayman is one of a group of three magnificent tropical islands Christopher Columbus called "Las Tortugas" (the turtles) for the sea creatures he found in the ocean water. The designation did not endure, however, for on later maps the islands were labeled the Caimanau, the Carib Indian word for "crocodile." The name "Caimanas" refers inaccurately to the iguanas native to the islands, which we... ### Cartagena, Colombia *Coordinates: 10.4175, -75.5334* Cobbled streets, balconies with blooming bougainvillea, and pastel plazas make Cartagena one of Latin America's most photogenic cities. But it's not just another pretty seaport. Founded in 1533, this Spanish-Colonial city is steeped in history. Its location made it a popular port for plunderers and pirates. Today thrill-seekers will find a perfect mix of old and new with a twist of island attitude... ### Colon, Panama *Coordinates: 9.35858, -79.9* As the world’s second largest duty-free port, Colón offers abundant shopping. It also represents the gateway to numerous sites of ecological interest, including Chagres National Park, a 3,000,000-acre rainforest preserve, and the Gamboa Rainforest Preserve, which lies within Soberania National Park. ### Panama Canal (Cruising) *Coordinates: 9.15095, -79.7241* The canal is a marvel of engineering, but the area is also a sanctuary for sloths, eagles, ocelots and toucans, thanks to a lush rainforest environment and tropical temperatures. ### Puntarenas, Costa Rica Located along the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, Puntarenas is a great place to see native wildlife such as the scarlet macaw and the capuchin monkey. This region’s volcanic terrain and rainforest environment continue to attract travelers from around the world. ### Puerto Vallarta, Mexico *Coordinates: 20.622, -105.228* Travel through the locks of historic Panama Canal, on a journey between the Atlantic and the Pacific. Venture through the virgin rain forests and bird sanctuaries of Puerto Limon. Then bask on the Mexican and Costa Rican beaches with a margarita. Multiple ports will give your vacation a variety. Quaint villages one day. Mayan ruins the next. Peppered with relaxing beach trips and adventurous excu... ### Los Angeles, California *Coordinates: 33.7701, -118.194* Rodeo Drive, Spago, Mann's Theatre, Sunset Boulevard. There is so much to see and do in this entertainment capital, you'll have to be judicious with your time. Shop and sightsee as you keep your eyes open for Hollywood's heroes and villains in their off-screen persona. L.A. has it all and then some. See the homes of the stars, or visit the Griffith Observatory and do some celestial stargazing. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262810 - **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/2262810 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262810.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2262810/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/celebrity-cruises/celebrity-summit/other/59088.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:29:11 UTC