16 nightsFrom Miami, Florida9 ports of call
16-Day Panama Canal from Miami to San Diego: Mexico & Costa Rica
Norwegian Cruise Line · Norwegian Star
Overview
A 16-night voyage aboard Norwegian Star, departing Miami, Florida on 4 Dec 2026 and arriving in San Diego, California, calling at 9 destinations along the way.
Miami, FloridaCartagena, ColombiaColon, PanamaPuntarenas, Costa RicaPuerto QuetzalAcapulcoPuerto Vallarta, MexicoCabo San LucasSan Diego, California
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Itinerary
16 nights · 17 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·MiamiEmbark
4 Dec 2026Depart 16:00Miami's amazing medley of cultures and flashy urban settings makes it a scene to be seen. Visit the trendy Art Deco district of South Beach, Calle Ocho in Little Havana, the super-upscale neighbourhoods of Coconut Grove and Coral Gables and the unique ecosystem of the Everglades. Looking for a cruise from Miami? Check out our selection of Caribbean cruises. - 2
Day 2 ·At Sea
5 Dec 2026 - 3
Day 3 ·At Sea
6 Dec 2026 - 4
Day 4 ·Cartagena, Colombia
7 Dec 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00The 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. Looking for a cruise to Cartagena? Check out our selection of Panama Canal cruises. - 5
Day 5 ·Colon, Panama
8 Dec 2026Arrive 10:00Depart 22:00Colón 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. - 6
Day 6 ·Transit Panama Canal
9 Dec 2026 - 7
Day 7 ·At Sea
10 Dec 2026 - 8
Day 8 ·Puntarenas, Costa Rica
11 Dec 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00Stroll the seaport town with its multi-coloured cottages and local markets. Head to Carara Tropical Rainforest to explore exotic flora and fauna with a naturalist guide. Or opt for a tour of San Jose - home of the Teatro Nacional and Museo del Oro. - 9
Day 9 ·At Sea
12 Dec 2026 - 10
Day 10 ·Puerto Quetzal
13 Dec 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00This port city was constructed in 1984 to help connect nearby cities. Travellers often venture out to Antigua, a 90-minute trek to where 17th century colonial facades beckons and Guatemalan history comes alive. - 11
Day 11 ·At Sea
14 Dec 2026 - 12
Day 12 ·Acapulco
15 Dec 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00As one of Mexico's oldest coastal tourist destinations, Acapulco has much to offer both tourist and traveller. Shop, swim or simply take a siesta on the beach. But be sure not to miss the legendary La Quebrada cliff divers. - 13
Day 13 ·At Sea
16 Dec 2026 - 14
Day 14 ·Puerto Vallarta
17 Dec 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00Smaller and more subdued than Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta has retained a good deal of its small village charm along with 26 miles of spectacular beaches along the Banderas Bay. Stroll the cobblestone streets to the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Or peruse the many local wares for sale at the open-air markets. - 15
Day 15 ·Cabo San Lucas
18 Dec 2026Arrive 07:30Depart 14:30Cabo's signature landmark is El Arco ("The Arch"), a rock formation at the tip of "Land's End." The jewel of the Baja Peninsula is famous for its world-class sportfishing, as well as its high-end resorts and exclusive gated communities that line an area simply called "the Corridor." - 16
Day 16 ·At Sea
19 Dec 2026 - 17
Day 17 ·San DiegoDisembark
20 Dec 2026Arrive 07:00It's not just a cliché - San Diego really does have some of the most enjoyable weather anywhere. This Southern Cal city also offers 70 miles of soft-sand beaches, a world-renowned zoo, spectacular golf course, and memorable destinations like Coronado, La Jolla and Del Mar.
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