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17 Night Panama Canal on Norwegian Norwegian Bliss

April 9, 2027

Norwegian Bliss April 9, 2027

The Norwegian Bliss April 9, 2027 cruise departs from New York, New York. On this 17 Night Panama Canal (New York To Los Angeles) sailing, the Norwegian Bliss will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Friday, Apr 9th and returns on Monday, Apr 26th, 2027.

Cruise Length
17
Night Cruise
Departure Port
New York
New York
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
8
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Cruise Itinerary Map - 17 Night Panama Canal (New York To Los Angeles)

Norwegian Bliss · April 9, 2027

The Norwegian Bliss sails on April 9, 2027 for a 17 Night Panama Canal (New York To Los Angeles). The ship will depart the port of New York, New York at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Apr 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 18-day journey, the Norwegian Bliss will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

17 Night Panama Canal (New York To Los Angeles)

  • APR09
    New York, New York
    New York, New York
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • APR10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR12
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR14
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR15
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 11:30 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • APR16
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR18
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR20
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR22
    Acapulco, Mexico
    Acapulco, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR24
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • APR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR26
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

April 9, 2027 · 17 Night Panama Canal (New York To Los Angeles)

New York, New York
Day 1•Friday, Apr 9

New York, New York

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

New York, New York, offers docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Excursions include Broadway shows. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like I ❤️ NY crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New York’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and cultural experiences, making New York an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 2•Saturday, Apr 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Sunday, Apr 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Day 4•Monday, Apr 12

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 5•Tuesday, Apr 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cartagena, Colombia
Day 6•Wednesday, Apr 14

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Colon, Panama
Day 7•Thursday, Apr 15

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 11:30 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Panama Canal Transit
Day 8•Friday, Apr 16

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 9•Saturday, Apr 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Day 10•Sunday, Apr 18

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Caldera Port. Travelers explore Carara National Park and Jacó Beach. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures scarlet macaws and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puerto Caldera’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic beaches, making Puerto Caldera an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 11•Monday, Apr 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Day 12•Tuesday, Apr 20

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 13•Wednesday, Apr 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Acapulco, Mexico
Day 14•Thursday, Apr 22

Acapulco, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Acapulco, Mexico, offers docking at Acapulco Port. Travelers explore La Quebrada cliff divers and Fort San Diego. Excursions include snorkeling at Roqueta Island. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliff dives and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aztec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Acapulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling performances and scenic beaches, making Acapulco an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 15•Friday, Apr 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Day 16•Saturday, Apr 24

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 17•Sunday, Apr 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
Day 18•Monday, Apr 26

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Bliss - April 9, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

New York, New York

🌦️

April

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

23°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.13in

Daily average

4.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
60 / 100
safer than 60% of all cruises
60
7
/ 10
New York, New York
New York
Travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas and follow standard precautions to enhance safety while enjoying the city's attractions.
6
/ 10
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata
Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
7
/ 10
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Puerto Caldera
Travelers at Puerto Caldera should stay cautious, especially in less populated areas, and consider organized tours for enhanced safety.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
4
/ 10
Acapulco, Mexico
Acapulco
Travelers to Acapulco should exercise extreme caution, remain in secured areas, and stay vigilant due to high rates of violent crime.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Bliss

⚓ Tonnage

168,028

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,018

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,094

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

4,004

vs avg 3,120

The Bliss has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 168,028 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet in length. Norwegian Bliss is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Bliss holds 4,004 passengers. That includes 2,288 cruise vacationers and 1,716 staff members. The Bliss total number of staterooms is 2,043.

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Norwegian Bliss April 9, 2027 FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Bliss sailing on April 9, 2027?▾

This is a 17-night cruise itinerary departing from New York, New York.

What ports does the Norwegian Bliss visit on the April 9, 2027 cruise?▾

This route includes new-york-new-york, puerto-plata-dominican-republic, cartagena-colombia, colon-panama, panama-canal-transit, puerto-caldera-costa-rica, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, acapulco-mexico, cabo-san-lucas-mexico, san-pedro-los-angeles-california.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Bliss April 9, 2027 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 8 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Bliss sailing on April 9, 2027?▾

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?▾

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Bliss itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 1, 2026