Cheapest 7-Day Cruises
The 7-night cruise is the industry standard -- and for good reason. A full week gives you time to explore 3-5 ports, enjoy multiple sea days, and actually relax. It's also where cruise lines compete hardest on price.
There are 9,830 upcoming 7-night sailings currently available. That's more than any other duration, which means more options and better deals for you.
Average Price by Cruise Line
| Rank | Cruise Line | Avg $/Night | Cheapest | Sailings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holland America | $165.34 | $85.57 | 309 |
| 2 | Carnival | $212.08 | $113.71 | 554 |
| 3 | MSC | $266.63 | $70.57 | 5,430 |
| 4 | Virgin | $273.29 | $164.86 | 129 |
| 5 | Princess | $275.02 | $55.71 | 644 |
| 6 | NCL | $300.63 | $131.29 | 996 |
| 7 | Royal Caribbean | $339.96 | $96.29 | 1,190 |
| 8 | Celebrity | $440.27 | $130.14 | 407 |
| 9 | Disney | $615.09 | $301.43 | 171 |
Cheapest Sailings Available
| Cruise Line | Ship | Destination | Nights | Departs | $/Night | Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Aug 28, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jul 3, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jul 31, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jun 5, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Aug 7, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jun 12, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Sep 4, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jul 10, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | May 15, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jul 17, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | May 22, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Aug 14, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jun 19, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jun 26, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Jul 24, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | May 29, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | Aug 21, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | May 8, 2027 | $57.14 | Inside |
| Princess | Royal Princess | Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) | 7 | May 1, 2027 | $57.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 28, 2026 | $70.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $71.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $71.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Aug 23, 2026 | $72.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $74.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $74.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 9, 2026 | $75.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 7, 2026 | $76.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $76.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 27, 2026 | $77.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 2, 2027 | $78.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Aug 16, 2026 | $80.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 1, 2026 | $80.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Aug 30, 2026 | $80.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 25, 2026 | $80.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Eastern Mediterranean | 7 | Jun 27, 2026 | $82.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 20, 2026 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 8, 2026 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Jan 17, 2027 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Jan 10, 2027 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 13, 2026 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 4, 2026 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Jan 24, 2027 | $83.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seashore | Western Caribbean | 7 | Aug 23, 2026 | $84.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Oosterdam | Western Mediterranean: Italy, France & Gibraltar | 7 | Jun 14, 2026 | $85.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Oosterdam | Mediterranean Splendor: Malta & Greek Isles | 7 | Jun 21, 2026 | $85.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Dec 13, 2026 | $85.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 6, 2026 | $85.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Dec 6, 2026 | $85.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 29, 2026 | $85.86 | Inside |
Tips for Booking 7-Day Cruises
- Most inventory, most deals: 7-night sailings make up the bulk of the cruise market. More ships running more sailings means more competition and better pricing. This is where you'll find the most price drops.
- Saturday-to-Saturday is standard: Most 7-night cruises depart Saturday or Sunday. If you can sail on an off-day (Tuesday, Wednesday), you may find lower prices for the same itinerary.
- Alaska and Europe open up: 7 nights is the minimum for most Alaska and Mediterranean itineraries. If those destinations interest you, this is your entry point.
- Per-night pricing shines here: A 7-night cruise at $700 ($100/night) is almost always better value than a 4-night at $450 ($112/night). Always compare on a per-night basis.
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