Norwegian Aqua - 10/16/2026
The October 16, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Aqua departs from Miami, Florida. On this 2 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Aqua sets sail on Friday, Oct 16th and returns on Sunday, Oct 18th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Aqua cruise ship departing October 16, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $369 ($185 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $362 ($182 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Aqua - October 16, 2026 - 2 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 16th | Miami, Florida |
| 2 | Oct 17th | Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas |
| 3 | Oct 18th | Miami, Florida |
The Norwegian Aqua sails on October 16, 2026 for a 2 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Oct 18th at 7:00 AM. During the 3-day journey, the Norwegian Aqua will visit 1 additional port and will spend 0 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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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.
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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)
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)