Your Route
| Date | Destination | To | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 03/10/26 | San Francisco (CA), USA | 15:00 | ||
| Sun 04/10/26 | (at sea) | |||
| Mon 05/10/26 | (at sea) | |||
| Tue 06/10/26 | (at sea) | |||
| 1 | Wed 07/10/26 | Manzanillo, Mexico | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 2 | Thu 08/10/26 | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| 3 | Fri 09/10/26 | Mazatlan, Mexico | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| 4 | Sat 10/10/26 | * Cabo San Lucas, Mexico | 07:00 | 15:00 |
| Sun 11/10/26 | (at sea) | |||
| Mon 12/10/26 | (at sea) | |||
| Tue 13/10/26 | San Francisco (CA), USA | 07:00 |
Arrival & Departure Options
The Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket can only be used in conjunction with an international flight to/from a German airport or to/from Salzburg and Basel (for flights to/from Amsterdam, Zurich, Brussels and Vienna, this service is available on request for an additional charge). It applies to DB (Deutsche Bahn) routes from all German stations on all scheduled regular trains (including ICE, IC and EC). Unfortunately, a BahnCard discount cannot be granted. Children (up to and including 14 years of age) travel free of charge when accompanied by their parents/grandparents. The Rail&Fly can be used on the day before the outbound flight and on the day after the return flight.
You will receive a voucher code per person and route after the booking of the Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket. The voucher codes can be reedemed on kreuzfahrtberater.bahnanreise.de by selecting the desired connection from those displayed. You will then receive the digital ticket as a PDF download and/or by e-mail. Nevertheless, you are flexible in your use of the trains (provided you keep the selected route and travel day). The journey must be completed by 10 AM on the following day. Rebooking/cancellation is possible on request. For more information, please visit http://www.kreuzfahrtberater.de/deutsche-bahn.
Book flights & transfers with your booking: Arrival and departure via flight including transfers from the cruise line. The basic price can be requested upon 11 months prior to departure and is subject to availability. Additionally, the booking of pre- or post-programs can be requested at the cruise line. Please inform us if you are interested.
We will be happy to check the availability and prices of an airport transfer with Princess Cruises for you.
The Ship
The Ruby Princess by Princess Cruises was built in 2008 and can accommodate 3082 passengers. The ship was last modernized in 2015. Almost 900 of the 1,542 passenger cabins onboard have an own balcony so you can enjoy the beautiful seaview at any time. An excellent cuisine, outstanding service and many entertainment options ensure well-being on board. Even those seeking relaxation will get their money's worth in the spa and fitness area. The additional costs are comparable, if not lower than on German ships. The board currency is US dollar. All services are subject to a service charge, as is standard on international ships.
About Princess Cruises
Welcome aboard Princess Cruises! The cruise line was founded in 1965 and is part of Carnival Corporation, which also includes brands such as Carnival Cruise Line and Cunard.
Princess Cruises stands for stylish and comfortable travel at sea with high standards of service, quality and variety of experiences. The cruise line combines classic cruise tradition with modern amenities, offering guests a relaxed yet varied holiday experience.
Princess Cruises places particular emphasis on excellent service, culinary diversity, authentic shore experiences and high-quality entertainment and wellness offerings. With routes on all seven continents and the innovative MedallionClass service concept – a digital system with a wearable device for contactless stateroom access, easy payments and personalised service – the cruise line creates a personalised premium experience and unforgettable travel adventures.
The audience on board Princess Cruises is international and predominantly English-speaking.
Ruby Princess facts
- Year built: 2008
- Shipyard: Fincantieri Cantieri Navali Italiani in Monfalcon (Italy)
- Length: 290 meters
- Tonnage: 113,561 GT
- Decks: 19
- Number of passengers: 3,080 with double occupancy
- Staterooms: 1,780
- Crew: approx. 1,200
- Languages on board: English
- Currency on board: $
- Internet: Starlink from SpaceX and WLAN (chargeable)
- Smoking: permitted in designated areas
Staterooms
All cabins aboard the Ruby Princess are cosy and comfortable, and quite spacious. Nearly 900 cabins have their own balcony. The inside cabins are about 14-15 square meters, outside cabins 15-20 square meters and balcony cabins 16-25 square meters. The size of the suites varies between 28 and 122 square meters depending on the category.
Atmosphere on Board
You will enjoy all the amenities and varied possibilities of a large ship while you feel secure and personally cared for, as if you were crossing the seas on a small ship. Contributing to this are the many small bars and lounges as well as the good, unobtrusive and personal service of Princess Cruises. Comfortable casual wear is recommended during the day, matching the visited destination. In the evening, the guests also like to dress a little more chic and choose sporty chic or elegant clothes.
Food and Beverages
One of the cruise lines quality features is its excellent cuisine. In addition to the main restaurant with various dining rooms, there are also four different specialty restaurants on board, where you can enjoy delicacies from all over the world at an extra cost. The Crown Grill serves delicious steak and seafood, while the SHARE offers specialty dishes from Curtis Stone. Casual-dining-restaurants offer small and filling snacks. Our tip: If you do not want to be tied to fixed table times, please note the "Anytime Dining". Then you can eat in a separate area of the main restaurant whenever you want. For that you relinquish a "fixed table" for a fixed table time in the main restaurant.
Entertainment, Sports and Relaxation
Whether you prefer calm relaxation or want to dance the night away in the disco: on board the Ruby Princess every guest gets their money's worth. In the evenings, elaborate Broadway-style shows are performed in the grand theater, while "Movies under the stars", a hallmark of the cruise line, offers cinema blockbusters in a unique, open-air atmosphere. In the Hot Spots such as the casino or SkyWalkers nightclub life still pulsates at a late hour. The Lotus Spa offers a large fitness area with stunning sea views, a pool with relaxation area and numerous courses. On the jogging course, you can enjoy the fresh sea air while running your rounds. Various other pools and hot tubs on board provide cooling and relaxing hours. In “The Sanctury”, an exclusive adults-only recreation area, you can relax, while children and teens enjoy a special variety of group activities and attractions.
Our Summary
On board the Ruby Princess, you can experience upscale style at a very attractive price. The onboard language is English, so we recommend basic English skills. All in all, a well-organized cruising experience of very good quality awaits you, with a great variety of entertainment and relaxation aboard.
Tipps & Infos
Required documents by Princess Cruises: A passport is mandatory on all voyages, regardless of the destination. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip.
Recommendation: Changes of the hygiene, test, vaccination or entry requirements may occur shortly prior departure. We recommend to check the current regulations for travelers and returnees in time prior departure.
Ratings
Our Expert Rating
On board the Ruby Princess, you can experience upscale style at a very attractive price. The onboard language is English, so we recommend basic English skills. All in all, a well-organized cruising experience of very good quality awaits you, with a great variety of entertainment and relaxation aboard.
