Panama Canal: Costa Rica & Dominican Republic Cruise

Day 1 - Tampa

Arrive: Fri 03 January 2025 / Depart: Fri 03 January 2025 at 18:00

Tampa, nicknamed "The Big Guava", is so much more than merely home to Busch Gardens (one of the most popular theme parks in Florida). The Ybor City district is alive with history, shopping and fine dining. The Tampa Museum of Art and the Museum of Science and Industry are also must-sees.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - George Town, Cayman Islands

Arrive: Sun 05 January 2025 / Depart: Sun 05 January 2025

The largest of the Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman is famous for its Seven Mile Beach, the popular Stingray City and its excellent diving. Both nature and history are preserved underwater with a collection of easily viewed shipwrecks.

Day 4 - Ocho Rios

Arrive: Mon 06 January 2025 at 06:00 / Depart: Mon 06 January 2025 at 18:00

The golden beaches, swaying palm trees and fragrant air are just a prelude to what surrounds this beautiful city. Within the nearby jungle-covered mountains are the magnificent Dunn's River Falls, the foliage of Fern Gully and the untouched beauty of the White River.

Day 5 - Cabo Rojo, Domincan Republic

Day 6 - At Sea

Day 7 - Willemstad, Curacao

Arrive: Thu 09 January 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 09 January 2025 at 18:00

Walk around this quaint harbour town and you'll think you've travelled back in time to Old Amsterdam. Admire the colourful Dutch architecture and take advantage of the excellent shopping. Relax on 17-century veranda with a drink made with the famous Curaçao liqueur.

Day 8 - Costa Maya

Arrive: Fri 10 January 2025 at 06:00 / Depart: Fri 10 January 2025 at 20:00

This coastal paradise in the Yucatan features stunning beaches with soft sand and blue skies. Travel to see ancient Mayan ruins in this region rich with archaeological sites.

Day 9 - Santa Marta

Arrive: Sat 11 January 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 11 January 2025 at 18:00

Admire the stunning bays of Santa Marta and popular beaches. Explore the ancient cultures of the Taironas who occupied the land thousands of years ago. Stroll over to the Cathedral and admire its beautiful architecture and learn about its history.

Day 10 - Cartagena, Colombia

Arrive: Sun 12 January 2025 at 06:00 / Depart: Sun 12 January 2025 at 18:00

The old walled city of Cartagena reflects a turbulent history of conquistadors and pirates. Climb "las murallas" for an unforgettable view of the harbour. Shop for emeralds and leather goods along the cobblestone streets of this enchanting city.

Day 11 - Panama Canal

Arrive: Mon 13 January 2025 / Depart: Mon 13 January 2025

When you book an overland journey on your partial transit of the Panama Canal, you'll really travel like the jetsetters do as you sail through the Caribbean entrance of this maritime marvel. Once we arrive at Gatun Lake, booked shore excursion guests can disembark for an unforgettable adventure that not only promises beautiful scenery and wonderful photo ops, but an exciting jaunt to Colón, where guests will resume their cruise back aboard the ship. How's that for excitement? Please note, only booked shore excursion guests can disembark at Gatun Lake. But everyone is welcome to explore at our port-of-call in Colón.

Day 11 - Colon, Panama

Arrive: Mon 13 January 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 13 January 2025 at 18:00

Colón is the capital of Colón Province, in Panama. It sits on the Caribbean coast, at the entrance to the Panama Canal. The Canal Expansion Observation Center is a park with viewing platforms over the canal’s Atlantic locks and Gatún Lake. The vast Colón Free Trade Zone offers tax-free shopping. Just west of the city, at the mouth of the Chagres River, Fort San Lorenzo is a well-preserved colonial military structure.

Day 12 - Puerto Limon

Arrive: Tue 14 January 2025 at 06:00 / Depart: Tue 14 January 2025

Puerto Limón is known for its multi-cultural community and a festive annual carnaval celebration. In recent years the area has become even better known as must-see stop for eco-tourists. The region's unique geography and neo-tropical climate combined with abundant rainforests make for one of the most naturally diverse "biospheres" in the world. And you can take advantage of national parks and reserves in all directions from Limón. Pay close attention when you dock as many guests have reported seeing peaceful sloths lumbering in the trees right in port!

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Tampa

Arrive: Fri 17 January 2025 at 06:00 / Depart: Fri 17 January 2025

Tampa, nicknamed "The Big Guava", is so much more than merely home to Busch Gardens (one of the most popular theme parks in Florida). The Ybor City district is alive with history, shopping and fine dining. The Tampa Museum of Art and the Museum of Science and Industry are also must-sees.