Pacific Coast Escape – San Francisco & San Diego

About this cruise

If you don't need a long holiday but still want to get out on the water, this is a solid pick. 5 nights from Vancouver on September 27, 2026, visiting Astoria, San Francisco and San Diego. You get off in San Diego, which is a good excuse to tack on a few days on land. There's a nice rhythm here: explore a port, recover at sea, do it again. You never feel rushed or restless. Pacific coastline, tall trees, and laid-back cities. The West Coast route has range. Don't rush through San Diego, which is known as America's finest city, bathed in sunshine. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Serenade Of The Seas takes the food seriously, with 8 restaurants to choose from. 2 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. A strong pick for first-timers. Not too long, not too short, and you get a taste of the routine. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. All told, 3 ports across 5 nights covers a lot.