Hawaii (United States) Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
29 ships from 12 cruise lines
Hawaii (United States) cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 29 ships from 12 cruise lines visiting Hawaii (United States), calling at 1 place. Cruises can start in Honolulu and end in Honolulu.
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Compare Hawaii (United States) cruise lines
Princess Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Hawaii (United States) cruise lines (240). Starting fares run from $99 per person. Most sailings last 6–28 nights, and the most common length is 7 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (12)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 117 | $14,298 | 10–27 nights (typically 14) |
| Silversea Cruises | 92 | $3,850 | 8–27 nights (typically 12) |
| Seabourn Cruises | 47 | $3,229 | 10–81 nights (typically 12) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 21 | $3,700 | 5–13 nights (typically 7) |
Luxury cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 144 | $1,620 | 10–37 nights (typically 14) |
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azamara Cruises | 64 | $1,669 | 10–58 nights (typically 12) |
Contemporary cruise lines (6)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 240 | $304 | 6–35 nights (typically 7) |
| Holland America | 188 | $99 | 7–28 nights (typically 14) |
| Royal Caribbean | 177 | $199 | 4–13 nights (typically 7) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 150 | $299 | 4–15 nights (typically 7) |
| Cunard | 91 | $689 | 9–36 nights (typically 14) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 85 | $324 | 4–15 nights (typically 7) |
About United States
A river cruise through the United States — whether on the mighty Mississippi or the gorge-cut Columbia — offers milestone American travelers a rare chance to experience their own country's history, music, food, and landscape from the water. Small ships of 100–200 guests dock at walkable river towns, and the pace is unhurried. This is not a crowded ocean liner; it is an intimate, deeply American journey, ideal for travelers who want authenticity without being herded.
Typical routes
- Mississippi River (Lower & Upper) — broad, powerful, and historic; port towns rich in music, food, Civil War memory, and Mark Twain lore.
- Columbia & Snake Rivers — dramatic basalt cliffs, waterfalls, native culture, and western expansion history; ships transit eight locks and dams.
Ports overview
US river cruise ports are intimate and walkable. Ships range from 100 to 200 guests, so you can step off the gangway directly into Main Street America. Ports divide into three geographic groups: the Lower Mississippi (New Orleans to Memphis), the Upper Mississippi (St. Louis to St. Paul), and the Columbia & Snake Rivers (Portland to Clarkston).
Cruise season
Cruises operate March through November, with holiday-themed sailings in December (especially New Orleans). Spring and fall offer mild weather and smaller crowds; summer on the Mississippi is hot and humid; the Columbia & Snake region is comfortable in summer.
Find your United States sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at United States, earliest departure first.
10 Days One-Way from Boston to San Juan
Starts in United States. Also visits Dominican Republic, Charlotte Amalie, US Virgin Islands, Antigua and Barbuda
Celebrity Summit
15 Days One-Way from Southampton to New York
Ends in United States. Also visits United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium
Norwegian Prima
31 Days New York, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits United Kingdom, Netherlands, Norway
Queen Mary 2
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15 Days One-Way from Barcelona to New Orleans
Ends in United States. Also visits Spain, Gibraltar, Bermuda
Mariner Of The Seas
9 Days One-Way from Baltimore to San Juan
Starts in United States. Also visits Turks And Caicos Islands, Aruba, Curaçao
Vision Of The Seas
9 Days One-Way from Boston to New York
Starts and ends in United States
ACL American Pioneer
10 Days Tampa, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Haiti
Serenade Of The Seas
11 Days One-Way from Boston to San Juan
Starts in United States. Also visits Bermuda, Saint Barthélemy, BVI
Star Pride
18 Days One-Way from Boston to San Juan
Starts in United States. Also visits Bermuda, Saint Barthélemy, BVI
Star Pride
16 Days One-Way from Hamburg to New York
Ends in United States. Also visits Germany, United Kingdom
ms Europa 2
14 Days One-Way from Montreal to Fort Lauderdale
Ends in United States. Also visits Canada
Viking Mars
8 Days Los Angeles, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Mexico
Crown Princess
Where United States cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Ports of call in United States
Ports of call (1)
Cruise lines visiting United States (12)
Ocean cruise lines (12)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
Contemporary cruise lines (6)
Ships by type: 29 ocean · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
United States is also in: Alaska, Canada & New England, California, Florida, US Rivers
Plan your Hawaii (United States) cruise
United States cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
United States cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Hawaii (United States) cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Hawaii (United States)?
Yes. Cruises start in Honolulu. Cruises end in Honolulu.
How many places do cruises visit in Hawaii (United States)?
1 Hawaii (United States) place are visited by 29 ships from 12 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Hawaii (United States)?
12 cruise lines sail to Hawaii (United States), including Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard, Holland America, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and 6 more.
When is the best time to take a Hawaii (United States) cruise?
Cruises operate March through November, with holiday-themed sailings in December (especially New Orleans). Spring and fall offer mild weather and smaller crowds; summer on the Mississippi is hot and humid; the Columbia & Snake region is comfortable in summer.
Sources and further reading
Background on United States draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- CIA World Factbook: United States
- Encyclopaedia Britannica: United States
- American Cruise Lines: River Cruises in the USA
- Viking: Mississippi River Cruises
- National Park Service: Vicksburg National Military Park
- National Park Service: Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated November 1, 2026
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