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Crystal Cruises has just announced its highly anticipated lineup of itineraries for the second half of 2026 aboard the luxurious Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. Known for exceptional experiences and personalised service, Crystal invites travellers to explore an expanded range of destinations and immersive cultural adventures across five continents from July through December. These thoughtfully curated voyages feature new ports, iconic cities, islands, and hidden gems, reflecting Crystal’s dedication to cultural enrichment and exploration.
Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony Itineraries
From July to December 2026, Crystal Serenity will host guests on 18 sailings, visiting 36 countries and 108 ports. Meanwhile, Crystal Symphony will explore 32 countries and 79 ports, marking its return to North America for the first time since 2019. Both ships have undergone recent enhancements, including introducing the first-ever Beefbar at sea, collaborating with visionary restaurateur Riccardo Giraudi, and the debut of the first and only Casino de Monte-Carlo at sea.
“With our 2026 itineraries, we’re inviting guests to experience the world in an extraordinary way,” said VP of Itinerary Planning and Port & Fuel Operations Mario Parodi. “Aboard Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, travellers will uncover both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Through exclusive, expertly crafted excursions by Abercrombie & Kent, guests can fully immerse themselves in local cultures and discover each destination through the eyes of renowned guides and historians.”
Crystal Serenity: Select Itinerary Highlights
- July: Depart from Southampton for a Northern European journey exploring Antwerp’s medieval architecture, Rotterdam’s modern art, and Hamburg’s historic port. The voyage ends in Oslo and Copenhagen.
- August: Begin in Amsterdam and explore the scenic Atlantic coast with stops in Saint Malo, Brest, Nantes, La Rochelle, San Sebastian, and Gijon. View a solar eclipse at sea before visiting Porto and ending in Lisbon.
- September: Sail from Fusina (Venice) through the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, visiting Trieste, Dubrovnik, Corfu, Cephalonia, and Monemvasia, concluding in Piraeus (Athens).
- October: Set sail from Barcelona along the Iberian Peninsula, stopping in Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, Cartagena, Melilla, Gibraltar, Casablanca, and Portimao before concluding in Lisbon.
- November: Embark on a transatlantic journey from Lisbon to Fort Lauderdale, visiting Funchal, the Azores, St. John’s, Road Town, and San Juan before concluding in Fort Lauderdale.
- December: Start in Puerto Caldera, exploring the Pacific coast towards North America with stops in San Juan del Sur, Acajutla, Zihuatanejo, Manzanillo, and Puerto Vallarta, ending in San Diego.
Crystal Symphony: Select Itinerary Highlights
- July: Return to North America for seven back-to-back Alaska itineraries, including stops in Ketchikan, Sitka, Icy Strait Point, Wrangell, Klawock, Prince Rupert, Seymour Narrows, and Victoria.
- August: Sail from Vancouver along the Pacific coast with stops in Astoria, San Francisco, Monterey, Santa Barbara, and Santa Catalina Island, concluding in San Diego.
- September: Caribbean journey from San Juan exploring Marigot, Roseau, Bridgetown, Castries, St. John’s, Jost Van Dyke, Samana, and Grand Turk, concluding in New York City.
- October: Fall foliage experience from Montreal down the East Coast, visiting Quebec City, Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Sydney, Halifax, Saint John, Portland, Boston, Newport, and New York City.
- November: Round-trip from Fort Lauderdale exploring the Caribbean and Gulf Coast with stops in New Orleans, Cozumel, Belize City, Roatan Island, Montego Bay, Georgetown, and Fort Lauderdale.
- December: Caribbean journey from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan with stops in Road Town, Gustavia, Pointe-a-Pitre, Kingstown, Castries, Fort-de-France, and Basseterre.
Crystal’s 2026 itineraries promise unforgettable cultural experiences and luxurious adventures, inviting travellers to discover the world in extraordinary ways.
For more information about Crystal Cruises and to book a voyage, visit Crystal Cruises’ website or contact a professional travel advisor.
