Crystal rolls out itineraries for the...

Sailings span Europe, Asia, Africa and North and South America

Crystal has released its line-up of itineraries for the second half of 2026 aboard Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony.

The curated voyages include new ports, iconic cities, islands and hidden gems, all reflecting the company’s ethos of cultural enrichment and exploration.

From July to December 2026, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony will visit destinations across Europe, Asia, South America, Africa and North America.

Crystal Serenity will host guests on 18 sailings across 36 countries and 108 ports, while Crystal Symphony will explore 32 countries and 79 ports, marking its return to North America for the first time since 2019.

These new itineraries follow recent enhancements to both ships, including the introduction of the first Beefbar at sea 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 Vice President of Itinerary Planning and Port & Fuel Operations, Mario Parodi.

“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.

“Throughout their journey, our guests will also enjoy dedicated butler service, rejuvenating wellness experiences, exquisite dining, live entertainment and enriching sessions with remarkable guest speakers.”

Crystal Serenity: Itinerary highlights

July: Depart from Southampton for a Northern European journey exploring Antwerp, Rotterdam and Hamburg. After a day at sea, the voyage ends in Oslo and Copenhagen.

August: From Amsterdam, explore the Atlantic coast, including Saint-Malo, Brest, Nantes and La Rochelle in France and San Sebastian and Gijon in Spain.

September: Depart from Fusina (Venice) on a voyage through the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, visiting Trieste before a day at sea. Stops in Dubrovnik, the Greek islands of Corfu and Cephalonia and Monemvasia, docking in Piraeus (Athens).

October: Setting sail from Barcelona, journeying along the Iberian Peninsula. Stops in Palma de Mallorca, Valencia and Cartagena, followed by visits to Melilla, Gibraltar and Casablanca. Concludes in Lisbon.

November: A transatlantic journey from Lisbon to Fort Lauderdale, this voyage begins in Funchal, Madeira, followed by stops in the Azores. After several days at sea, it stops at St John’s and Road Town, Tortola, before arriving in San Juan. Docks in Fort Lauderdale.

December: Beginning in Puerto Caldera, guests will experience San Juan del Sur, Acajutla and Zihuatanejo, followed by stops in Manzanillo and Puerto Vallarta. The journey concludes in San Diego where the 2027 World Cruise begins.

Crystal Symphony: Itinerary highlights

July: Guests will travel from Vancouver through Alaska and British Columbia. The journey continues southward, visiting Prince Rupert and navigating Seymour Narrows before docking in Victoria, British Columbia.

August: Setting out from Vancouver along the Pacific coast, guests will visit Astoria, Oregon, before a day at sea. The journey stops in San Francisco, Monterey, Santa Barbara and Santa Catalina Island before docking in San Diego.

September: From San Juan northward, guests will explore Marigot in Saint Martin, Roseau, Bridgetown and Castries. Other stops include St John’s, Jost Van Dyke, Samana and Grand Turk. The voyage concludes in New York.

October: Sets sail from Montreal down the East Coast. The voyage includes stops in Quebec City, Iles-de-la-Madeleine and Nova Scotia’s ports of Sydney and Halifax. Guests will continue to Saint John, New Brunswick and Portland, Maine, before visiting Boston and Newport and docking in New York.

November: With a round-trip sailing from Fort Lauderdale guests will unearth the Caribbean and Gulf Coast with two days immersed in New Orleans culture. The adventure continues with stops in Cozumel, Belize City and Roatan Island, then heads to Montego Bay and Georgetown in Grand Cayman. The journey finishes in Fort Lauderdale.

December: From Fort Lauderdale to San Juan, explore the ports of Road Town in Tortola, Gustavia in St Barts and Pointe-à-Pitre. Stops in Kingstown, Castries, Fort-de-France and Basseterre.

For more information, please visit crystalcruises.ae. For general reservations, call 8000 6512079 (UAE) or +357 26 205 216 (outside of the UAE), or email crystal@luxurycruiseportfolio.com. For travel trade partnerships, contact Head of GCC Sales Daniel Essex on dan@luxurycruiseportfolio.com

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