Norwegian Aqua - 1/4/2026
The January 4, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Aqua departs from Miami, Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Aqua sets sail on Sunday, Jan 4th and returns on Sunday, Jan 11th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Aqua cruise ship departing January 4, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $719 ($103 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,002 ($144 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 28%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Aqua - January 4, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 3rd | Miami, Florida |
| 2 | Jan 4th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 6th | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 4 | Jan 7th | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 5 | Jan 8th | Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| 6 | Jan 8th | At Sea |
| 7 | Jan 10th | Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas |
| 8 | Jan 11th | Miami, Florida |
The Norwegian Aqua sails on January 4, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 11th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Aqua will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
Norwegian Aqua
NORWEGIAN AQUA SIZE
The Aqua has a construction date of 2025 and a total size of 156,300 gross tons. The ship measures 1,056 feet (322 meters) in length. Norwegian Aqua is included in Norwegian’s Prima Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Aqua holds 4,959 passengers. That includes 3,571 cruise vacationers and 1,388 staff members. The Aqua total number of staterooms is 1,813.
Norwegian Aqua Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:156,300 GT
- Length:1,056 ft (322 m)
- Beam:144 ft (44 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2025
- Years Served:2025 - Present
- Capacity:3,571
- Crew Members:1,388
- Total on Board:4,959
- Total Staterooms:1,813
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:850 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Aqua age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Aqua Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination. (126 words)
Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Bertram’s Cove and cabana areas. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Great Stirrup Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Great Stirrup Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)