--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 6b146580-c561-44b0-9117-45a9f50549f8 slug: 2292598 voyage_code: CSE-025-280118 cruise_line: Crystal Cruises ship: Crystal Serenity departure_date: return_date: nights: 25 embarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale disembarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale starting_price_usd: 11780.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-07-18T13:02:14Z --- # Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale > Crystal Cruises · Crystal Serenity · Jan 18 – Feb 12, 2028   (25 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Crystal Cruises | | **Ship** | Crystal Serenity | | **Duration** | 25 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Disembarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Starting Price** | 11,780 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | CSE-025-280118 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Originally a fort built by the U.S. Army in 1838, during the Second Seminole War, Ft. Lauderdale has little left of its warlike past. Instead the city welcomes visitors with broad beaches and an easy pace of life, plus convenient air and water connections that make the city a perfect place to begin or end a cruise. ### 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: Road Town, Tortola, BVI **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Welcome to the capital city of the British Virgin Islands… its Main Street lined with colonial-era buildings painted in shades of pastel with colorful shutters and delicate wood trim. Trek through the rain-forested Mount Sage National Park for sweeping views, or play on spectacular white sand beaches with names like Smuggler’s Cove and Cane Garden Bay (immortalized in Jimmy Buffet’s “Mañana”). ### Day 5: Pointe-A-Pitre, French West Indies **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe’s largest city, is situated on a limestone plateau on the island of Grande-Terre. The city’s structures were built with shipping and the growth of that industry in mind, and locals, lovingly referred to as "Pointois," contribute to this continued progress and economic expansion by exporting food crops, animal products and manufactured goods. Visitors enjoy strolling the narrow lanes along the waterfront or shopping the colorful market stalls of the Marché Couvert. ### Day 6: Castries, St. Lucia **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Stunning and dramatic, the emerald green Pitons rise from azure waters on this magical isle of quaint bays and lush landscapes and delightful strains of Creole. ### Day 7: Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Just off the coast of Venezuela sit the Caribbean isles of Trinidad and Tobago, birthplace of steel pan and calypso music, chutney and limbo. On Trinidad, see the Emperor Valley Zoo, Botanical Gardens, Asa Wright Nature Center and impressive colonial houses, known as the Magnificent Seven. Off the coast of Tobago lies Buccoo Reef, a natural wonder viewable by glass-bottom boat. ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: Santarém, Brazil **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM First settled by Jesuits in 1661, Santarem quickly became a focus of American interest during the rubber boom of the early twentieth century. Today, Santarem remains one of Brazil’s most important trading centers, and is imbued with the energy of a growing city. Be sure to view the “Wedding of the Waters,— the unique merging of the Tapajos clear water with the Amazon’s muddy water. ### Day 12: Boca de Valeria, Brazil **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM The “mouth of the Valeria River, the colorful Caboclo village contains a few wooden houses and an abundance of local wildlife, including monkeys, birds and several varieties of flora. As Crystal remains anchored off-shore, canoes bearing the local inhabitants will glide through the river’s waters, providing a fascinating display of the colorful culture of the Amazon region. ### Day 13: Manaus, Brazil **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The capital of the State of Amazonas, the belle époque splendor of Manaus is still evident in the graceful mansions and the Teatro Amazonas opera house. This city, resting on the Rio Negro, was created by the rubber boom of the mid-19th-century, when steam navigation opened up the Amazon to entrepreneurs and the social elite. Today, stroll down the Parisian-styled boulevards and Italian piazzas, or watch the fisherman at Municipal Market unload their catch of the day on the river’s edge. ### Day 14: Manaus, Brazil **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM The capital of the State of Amazonas, the belle époque splendor of Manaus is still evident in the graceful mansions and the Teatro Amazonas opera house. This city, resting on the Rio Negro, was created by the rubber boom of the mid-19th-century, when steam navigation opened up the Amazon to entrepreneurs and the social elite. Today, stroll down the Parisian-styled boulevards and Italian piazzas, or watch the fisherman at Municipal Market unload their catch of the day on the river’s edge. ### Day 15: Parintins, Brazil **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM This small village located on Tupinambarana Island is situated in the largest river archipelago of the mid-Amazon. This two-century old village is rich in Indian culture, as celebrated with an annual “Boi Bumba” festival, an event that has been taking place in the Parintins for over 80 years – a ritual of magic, mystery, passion and faith. Enjoy the exotic appeal of the Amazon via this fascinating area. ### Day 16: Alter do Chão, Brazil **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Situated on a beautiful bay, this beach resort on the Amazon River is flanked by two hills, one of which resembles the shape of a church altar, which gives the place its name. Hike through thick forest up the other cone-shaped hill for a spectacular view of the meeting of the Amazon and Tapajós rivers. Alter do Chão is home to the Center for the Preservation of Indian Art, a spectacular collection of Amazon Indian artifacts. ### Day 17: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 18: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 19: Devil's Island, French Guiana **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM Devil’s Island (Ile du Diable) is one of the three infamous penal colonies of the Iles du Salut archipelago (Islands of Salvation). The penitentiary was first opened by Emperor Napoleon III's government in 1852, and became one of the most infamous prisons in history before closing in 1946. Very few convicts ever managed to escape the island. One prisoner who became world famous was Henri Charriére, immortalized in the movie Papillon, for supposedly being the only convict ever to have escaped. ### Day 20: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 21: Bridgetown **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Barbados is sun-drenched beaches, clear blue-green waters and cool trade winds. Its capital is a UNESCO treasure and inland you’ll see lovingly preserved plantation houses, lush sugar cane fields and fragrant gardens. Reminders of former British rule abound, from cricket fields to Lord Nelson's statue and the original Trafalgar Square. Don't miss Bridgetown's bustling Careenage and the shops on Broad Street, which offer deals on luxury imports from Britain. ### Day 22: Roseau **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Roseau is the capital of the Caribbean island nation of Dominica. It's on the southwest coast and known for its 18th-century Creole architecture. Its cobblestone Old Market, formerly a slave auction site, sells crafts and fruit. It’s next to the Dominica Museum, with exhibits on the country’s natural and cultural history. The Dominica Botanic Gardens showcase tropical flora and native Sisserou parrots. ### Day 23: Gustavia, St. Barts **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Island of celebrity hideaways and posh bungalows, considered by many to be the most elite and glamorous of all the Caribbean isles, St. Barts is home to 22 incredible beaches. Anse de Flamanes presents camera-ready scenery, Baie de St-Jean serves up beachside bistros, and Anse de Grand Cul-de-Sac offers an array of watersports. ### Day 24: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 25: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 26: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Originally a fort built by the U.S. Army in 1838, during the Second Seminole War, Ft. Lauderdale has little left of its warlike past. Instead the city welcomes visitors with broad beaches and an easy pace of life, plus convenient air and water connections that make the city a perfect place to begin or end a cruise. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $11,780 | | Balcony | $13,760 | | Suite | $13,121 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **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 Walk-in shower TV Services 24 hour in-suite dining Tu... **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 Walk-in shower TV Services 24 hour in-suite dining... ### Suite Cabins **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... ## Ship Information ### Crystal Serenity WITH AN INDUSTRY-LEADING SPACE TO GUEST RATIO ACROSS AN ARRAY OF SOCIAL AREAS, CRYSTAL SERENITY OFFERS THE UTMOST COMFORT, QUALITY, PERSONALIZATION AND CHOICE. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 740 | | Crew | 655 | | Gross Tonnage | 68,870.0 | | Length | 820.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 545 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Fitness - **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... - **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... ### Food and Drink - **Scoops Ice Cream Bar**: A sumptuous ice cream bar featuring fresh toppings and homemade cookies, with frozen yoghurt accompanying classics from Ben & Jerry’s. - **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... - **Osteria D'Ovidio**: Fine Italian cuisine, featuring original menus and dishes created by talented Crystal chefs. Reservations required and limited per sailing. - **24 Hours In-Suite Dining**: Dine in the comfort of your own suite, 24 hours a day. Savor the extensive selection of delicious dishes from Waterside’s menu. Guests staying in the ... - **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 - **Wave's & Fantasia (Children and Teen's Spaces)**: Specialized fun for junior cruisers. - **Connoisseur Club**: An elegant space to indulge in the finest cigars and cognacs. - **Galaxy Lounge**: Performances are the focal point here, with appearances by fantastic Broadway-style performers and headline entertainers. Drink service provided befor... - **Wave's & Fantasia (Children and Teen's Spaces)**: Specialized fun for junior cruisers. - **Avenue Saloon**: Signature piano bar with an intimate ambience. The perfect setting for a cocktail before and after dinner. ### 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... ### Relaxation - **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 ... - **Seahorse Pool**: Our Seahorse Pool, with plenty of surrounding deck space to sunbathe, relax and read while enjoying a cool drink in the afternoon. ### 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. - **The Studio**: Enjoy lectures and enriching experiences in this intimate classroom setting. - **Table Tennis**: Challenge a friend to a fun game of ping-pong on one of our tennis tables. ## Ports of Call ### Fort Lauderdale *Coordinates: 26.0966, -80.1241* Originally a fort built by the U.S. Army in 1838, during the Second Seminole War, Ft. Lauderdale has little left of its warlike past. Instead the city welcomes visitors with broad beaches and an easy pace of life, plus convenient air and water connections that make the city a perfect place to begin or end a cruise. ### Road Town, Tortola, BVI *Coordinates: 18.4314, -64.6231* Welcome to the capital city of the British Virgin Islands… its Main Street lined with colonial-era buildings painted in shades of pastel with colorful shutters and delicate wood trim. Trek through the rain-forested Mount Sage National Park for sweeping views, or play on spectacular white sand beaches with names like Smuggler’s Cove and Cane Garden Bay (immortalized in Jimmy Buffet’s “Mañana”). ### Pointe-A-Pitre, French West Indies *Coordinates: 16.2377, -61.534* Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe’s largest city, is situated on a limestone plateau on the island of Grande-Terre. The city’s structures were built with shipping and the growth of that industry in mind, and locals, lovingly referred to as "Pointois," contribute to this continued progress and economic expansion by exporting food crops, animal products and manufactured goods. Visitors enjoy strolling the ... ### Castries, St. Lucia *Coordinates: 13.9956, -61.0064* Stunning and dramatic, the emerald green Pitons rise from azure waters on this magical isle of quaint bays and lush landscapes and delightful strains of Creole. ### Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago *Coordinates: 11.1839, -60.7367* Just off the coast of Venezuela sit the Caribbean isles of Trinidad and Tobago, birthplace of steel pan and calypso music, chutney and limbo. On Trinidad, see the Emperor Valley Zoo, Botanical Gardens, Asa Wright Nature Center and impressive colonial houses, known as the Magnificent Seven. Off the coast of Tobago lies Buccoo Reef, a natural wonder viewable by glass-bottom boat. ### Santarém, Brazil *Coordinates: -2.44056, -54.6986* First settled by Jesuits in 1661, Santarem quickly became a focus of American interest during the rubber boom of the early twentieth century. Today, Santarem remains one of Brazil’s most important trading centers, and is imbued with the energy of a growing city. Be sure to view the “Wedding of the Waters,— the unique merging of the Tapajos clear water with the Amazon’s muddy water. ### Boca de Valeria, Brazil *Coordinates: -12.8602, -38.4354* The “mouth of the Valeria River, the colorful Caboclo village contains a few wooden houses and an abundance of local wildlife, including monkeys, birds and several varieties of flora. As Crystal remains anchored off-shore, canoes bearing the local inhabitants will glide through the river’s waters, providing a fascinating display of the colorful culture of the Amazon region. ### Manaus, Brazil *Coordinates: -3.10719, -60.0261* The capital of the State of Amazonas, the belle époque splendor of Manaus is still evident in the graceful mansions and the Teatro Amazonas opera house. This city, resting on the Rio Negro, was created by the rubber boom of the mid-19th-century, when steam navigation opened up the Amazon to entrepreneurs and the social elite. Today, stroll down the Parisian-styled boulevards and Italian piazzas, o... ### Parintins, Brazil *Coordinates: -2.62835, -56.7365* This small village located on Tupinambarana Island is situated in the largest river archipelago of the mid-Amazon. This two-century old village is rich in Indian culture, as celebrated with an annual “Boi Bumba” festival, an event that has been taking place in the Parintins for over 80 years – a ritual of magic, mystery, passion and faith. Enjoy the exotic appeal of the Amazon via this fascinating... ### Alter do Chão, Brazil *Coordinates: -2.571, -54.95* Situated on a beautiful bay, this beach resort on the Amazon River is flanked by two hills, one of which resembles the shape of a church altar, which gives the place its name. Hike through thick forest up the other cone-shaped hill for a spectacular view of the meeting of the Amazon and Tapajós rivers. Alter do Chão is home to the Center for the Preservation of Indian Art, a spectacular collection... ### Devil's Island, French Guiana *Coordinates: 5.28333, -52.5833* Devil’s Island (Ile du Diable) is one of the three infamous penal colonies of the Iles du Salut archipelago (Islands of Salvation). The penitentiary was first opened by Emperor Napoleon III's government in 1852, and became one of the most infamous prisons in history before closing in 1946. Very few convicts ever managed to escape the island. One prisoner who became world famous was Henri Charriére... ### Bridgetown *Coordinates: 13.1132, -59.5988* Barbados is sun-drenched beaches, clear blue-green waters and cool trade winds. Its capital is a UNESCO treasure and inland you’ll see lovingly preserved plantation houses, lush sugar cane fields and fragrant gardens. Reminders of former British rule abound, from cricket fields to Lord Nelson's statue and the original Trafalgar Square. Don't miss Bridgetown's bustling Careenage and the shops on Br... ### Roseau *Coordinates: 15.3014, -61.3883* Roseau is the capital of the Caribbean island nation of Dominica. It's on the southwest coast and known for its 18th-century Creole architecture. Its cobblestone Old Market, formerly a slave auction site, sells crafts and fruit. It’s next to the Dominica Museum, with exhibits on the country’s natural and cultural history. The Dominica Botanic Gardens showcase tropical flora and native Sisserou par... ### Gustavia, St. Barts *Coordinates: 17.895, -62.8493* Island of celebrity hideaways and posh bungalows, considered by many to be the most elite and glamorous of all the Caribbean isles, St. Barts is home to 22 incredible beaches. Anse de Flamanes presents camera-ready scenery, Baie de St-Jean serves up beachside bistros, and Anse de Grand Cul-de-Sac offers an array of watersports. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2292598 - **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/2292598 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2292598.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2292598/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/crystal-cruises/crystal-serenity/other/77578.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-07-18 13:02:14 UTC