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Panama Canal with Costa Rica & Caribbean

Princess Cruises

Join Princess Cruises for a 12-night cruise departing from Fort Lauderdale, visiting Oranjestad, Aruba, Cartagena, Colombia, Colon, Panama, Limon and Princess Cays. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities.

Cabins

Inside from

£989pp

Outside from

£1,088pp

Balcony from

£1,803pp

Suite from

£2,529pp

Inside from

£1,044pp

Outside from

£1,143pp

Balcony from

£1,858pp

Suite from

£2,584pp

Inside from

£956pp

Outside from

£1,044pp

Balcony from

£1,682pp

Suite from

£2,364pp

Prices do not include flights.
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Quote Reference number: 368301-2197509

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Your Holiday Summary

Departure - Arrival
05 Dec 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
Duration
13 days, 12 nights
Sailing
7 sea days
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
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Travelling Itinerary

Day 1
Ft. Lauderdale

Departure: at 15:00

Welcome aboard! Today marks the beginning of your unforgettable cruise holiday. Take time to explore the ship, unwind, and soak in the excitement of what’s to come. Your holiday starts now.

Day 2
At Sea

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Day 4
Aruba

Arrival: at 10:00
Departure: at 22:00

Dutch influence still lingers on this balmy Caribbean island, part of the former Netherlands Antilles until its independence in 1986. Aruba is a contrast: the island's arid interior is dotted with cactus and windswept divi-divi trees while secluded coves and sandy beaches make up its coast. Aruba's long and colorful heritage is reflected in its dialect. Called Papiamento, it is a tongue that combines elements of Spanish, French, Portuguese, Dutch, African and English.

Day 5
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Day 6
Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 14:00

One of the more interesting cities on your itinerary steeped in history. This was the transit port for all the wealth Spain derived from South America. The famous "Old City" is comprised of 12 square blocks filled with attractions, boutiques and restaurants. Throughout Colombia, the Spanish Empire's influence in the New World is self-evident. Its fortress walls, quaint narrow streets, and balconied houses are all vivid reminders of Spain's hold on Cartagena and throughout the Caribbean and South America. This is the land of El Dorado and flamboyant adventurers in search of the ever-elusive gold. Cartagena's well-constructed fortifications defended its borders against seafaring pirates whose attacks lasted for more than 200 years. Today this modern and bustling city, seaport, and commercial center still boasts much of its original colonial architecture. Your journey here will provide you with a significant link to the region's grand past. **Please note that passengers may encounter numerous local vendors at various tourist locations and may find them to be persistent in their sales offers.

Day 7
Panama Canal Full Transit

Arrival: at 06:00
Departure: at 15:30

Cruising through the Panama Canal will be one of the unforgettable experiences of your voyage. It takes approximately eight hours to navigate the 50-mile waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, allowing you to experience firsthand one of the engineering marvels of the 20th century. Completed in 1914, the canal marks the culmination of a dream born in 1513, when Balboa became the first European to cross the Isthmus of Panama and sight the Pacific. In 1880 Ferdinand de Lesseps and the French Canal company, builders of the Suez Canal, began construction in Panama, only to be defeated by disease, staggering cost overruns, and massive engineering problems. The French sold their claim and properties to the United States for $40 million, a staggering loss of $247 million on their investment. The United States began construction in 1904, completing the project in 10 years at a cost of $387 million. Building the canal meant solving three problems: engineering, sanitation, and organization. The project, for example, required carving a channel through the Continental Divide and creating the then-largest man-made lake ever built, as well as defeating yellow fever and other tropical maladies. The United States oversaw the operation of the Panama Canal until December 31, 1999, when the Republic of Panama assumed responsibility for the canal's administration. The Panamanian government controls the canal through the Panama Canal Authority, an independent government agency created for the purpose of managing the canal.

Day 7
Colon

Arrival: at 17:30
Departure: at 20:00

Colón is the second largest city in Panama, situated on the Atlantic coast at the Caribbean end of the Panama Canal. It was made a duty-free port in 1953 and is the world's largest Free Trade Zone outside Hong Kong.

Day 8
Limon

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 18:00

Costa Rica's Limon Province boasts pristine beaches, sprawling banana plantations and dense rainforest. These Caribbean lowlands are still sparsely populated--nearly a third of the province's population lives around Puerto Limon--and conservation efforts have led to growing eco-tourism. Limon Province offers other charms as well. Afro-Caribbean influences abound, from the lilting speech and reggae rhythms brought by Jamaican settlers to the colorful bungalows lining small fishing villages. Limon is a zesty little slice of heaven.

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At Sea

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Day 12
Princess Cays

Arrival: at 08:00
Departure: at 17:00

Join us at our exclusive port of call, Princess Cays, where you'll enjoy a private beach party on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. One hundred miles long and only two miles wide, Eleuthera offers unspoiled beaches. Our private resort at Princess Cays is situated on more than 40 acres and features over a half-mile of white-sand shoreline, all at the southern tip of the island. The resort boasts outstanding amenities while carefully preserving this natural paradise. Take in the views from the observation tower. Enjoy a barbecue. Sip a cool drink or browse the shops and the local craft market. All of Princess Cays' facilities are linked by walkways. Recreational activities abound. Enjoy volleyball and a full range of water sports, or simply relax on the beach.

Day 13
Ft. Lauderdale

Arrival: at 07:00

As your cruise comes to an end, why not extend the magic? Our team can arrange extra hotel nights for you so you can continue exploring and make even more unforgettable memories before heading home.

Caribbean Princess

Exciting adventures await aboard Caribbean Princess following her multi-million-dollar array of luxurious enhancements. From staterooms that offer a more restful sleep, to endless tempting new dining options, the newly reimagined Reef Splash Zone for kids and families plus other upgrades, you’ll find Caribbean Princess herself has come back new.

General characteristics

Ship name: Caribbean Princess
Length: 290.17 m (952 ft)
Capacity: 3,140 passengers
Total cabins: 1,569
Tonnage: 112,894 GT

Caribbean Princess

What’s on Board

Recreational
Entertainment
Relaxation
Fitness
Food and Drink
Other
Decks
recreational

Recreational

  • 9-hole Mini Golf
  • Aqua Spa
  • Golf Simulator
  • Library
  • Paddle Tennis
  • Putting Green
  • Shuffle Board
  • Skywalkers NightClub
  • Swim-against-the-current lap pool
entertainment

Entertainment

  • Cinema
  • Club Fusion
  • Dance Club
  • Explorers Lounge
  • Giant Screen at Pool
  • Karaoke
  • Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater
  • Night Club
  • Photo Gallery
  • Princess Theatre
  • Show Lounges
  • Skywalkers Nightclub
  • The Cove
  • The Limelight Theatre
  • Theatre
relaxation

Relaxation

  • Churchill Lounge
  • Hot Tubs
  • Lotus Spa
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Splash Pool
  • Studio Lounge
  • Terrace Pool
  • The Sanctuary(adults only)
fitness

Fitness

  • Basketball
  • Fitness Center
  • Gym
  • Jogging Track
  • Sports Court
food-and-drink

Food and Drink

  • 24-hour Room Service
  • Bay Tree
  • Bistro
  • Botticelli Dining Room
  • Cafe
  • Cafe Caribe
  • Charlies Internet Cafe
  • Chart Room Lounge & Bar
  • Churchill Lounge
  • Club Lounge
  • Coral Dining Room
  • Crooners Bar
  • Crown Grill
  • Da Vinci Dining Room
  • Dining Room
  • Explorers' Lounge
  • Horizon Court
  • Ice Cream Bar
  • International Cafe
  • Island Dining Room
  • Lobby Bar
  • Lounge
  • Lounge Bar
  • Main Dining Room
  • Patisserie
  • Piazza Dining
  • Pizzeria
  • Prego Pizzeria
  • Sabatini's Italian Trattoria
  • Sports Bar
  • Sterling Steakhouse
  • Tex-Mex Bar and Grill
  • Trident Grill
  • Ultimate Balcony Dining
  • Wheelhouse Bar
  • Wine bar

Decks

Aloha Deck Deck 12 - Aloha
Baja Deck Deck 11 - Baja
Caribe Deck Deck 10 - Caribe
Dolphin Deck Deck 9 - Dolphin
Emerald Deck Deck 8 - Emerald
Lido Deck Deck 15 - Lido
Plaza Deck Deck 5 - Plaza
Riviera Deck Deck 14 - Riviera
Gala Deck Deck 4 - Gala
Fiesta Deck Deck 6 - Fiesta
Promenade Deck Deck 7 - Promenade
Sun Deck Deck 16 - Sun
Sports Deck Deck 17 - Sports
Star Deck Deck 19 - Star
Sky Deck Deck 18 - Sky
food-and-drink

Other

  • Art Gallery
  • Boutique
  • Business Services
  • Duty-free shop
  • Future Cruise Sales
  • Medical Centre
  • Photo Gallery
  • ScholarShip@Sea
  • Shopping Gallery
  • Shore Excursion Office
  • Wedding Chapel
  • Wrap Around Promenade Deck
  • Writing Room