Majestic Princess 2026 California Coast Cruise Review
See California without driving Highway 1 — Majestic Princess sails the Pacific coast from Los Angeles, 7 nights starting at $649 (~$93/night including accommodation, three meals, and entertainment).
Ship Profile
143,700 GT, 3,560 passengers. 5 main restaurants, specialty venues Sabatini’s (Italian, ~$45) and Cut (steakhouse, ~$55). 2026 addition: Skywalk — a glass-bottomed walkway suspended over the ocean.
2026 Sailings (12 departures, April-October)
| Sailing | Date | Inside | Balcony |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 12 | $649 | $1,099 |
| 5 | Jun 7 | $899 | $1,449 |
| 7 | Jul 5 | $999 | $1,599 |
| 12 | Oct 4 | $749 | $1,199 |
July-August peak (summer vacation): highest prices. April and October: 30-35% savings.
Port Highlights
Catalina Island: Glass-bottom submarine ($39), zip line ($79), golf cart rental ($75/day). Santa Barbara: Mission Santa Barbara ($10), State Street shopping, Funk Zone craft breweries ($8-12/pint). San Francisco: Two full days docked. Golden Gate Bridge walk ($35 guided tour), Alcatraz ($44.50, book 2-3 weeks ahead), cable car to Lombard Street.
Dining
Three main restaurants rotate themes every 3 days (Caribbean, Asian, Mediterranean). Sabatini’s risotto and tiramisu recommended. Cut’s dry-aged NY strip is worth the splurge. Captain’s Circle Gold members get one free specialty dining visit.
FAQ
Q: Is this cruise good for kids?
A: Very — Camp Discovery serves ages 4-17 with full-day supervision in summer. Some activities require advance booking through the MedallionClass app.
Q: Is a balcony cabin worth it on this route?
A: On the California coast, yes. Morning coffee watching the Pacific sunrise, whale spotting during sea days, and the dramatic coastline views make the upgrade from inside to balcony highly worthwhile — one of the few routes where balcony genuinely changes the experience.
Q: What are the gratuities?
A: Auto-charged at approximately $16.50/person/night (inside/ocean view) or $19/person/night (mini-suite and above).
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