5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)
Norwegian Breakaway
Norwegian Breakaway
January 5, 2028
5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic

Norwegian Breakaway - 1/5/2028

The January 5, 2028 cruise on the Norwegian Breakaway departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Breakaway sets sail on Wednesday, Jan 5th and returns on Monday, Jan 10th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Port Canaveral
Florida
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Breakaway - January 5, 2028 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jan 5thPort Canaveral, Florida
2Jan 6thAt Sea
3Jan 7thPuerto Plata, Dominican Republic
4Jan 8thAt Sea
5Jan 9thGreat Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
6Jan 10thPort Canaveral, Florida

The Norwegian Breakaway sails on January 5, 2028 for a 5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Jan 10th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Breakaway will visit 2 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
78 / 100
safer than 78% of all cruises
78
8
/ 10
Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.
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.
10
/ 10
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
Great Stirrup
Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Breakaway Size Infographic

Norwegian Breakaway

146 k
tonnage
1,068 ft
length
2013
year built
2,015
cabins
3,963
passengers
1,657
crew

NORWEGIAN BREAKAWAY SIZE

The Breakaway has a construction date of 2013 and a total size of 145,655 gross tons. The ship measures 1,068 feet (326 meters) in length. Norwegian Breakaway is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Breakaway holds 5,620 passengers. That includes 3,963 cruise vacationers and 1,657 staff members. The Breakaway total number of staterooms is 2,015.

Norwegian Breakaway Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:145,655 GT
  • Length:1,068 ft (326 m)
  • Beam:170 ft (52 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2013
  • Years Served:2013 - Present
  • Capacity:3,963
  • Crew Members:1,657
  • Total on Board:5,620
  • Total Staterooms:2,015
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:840 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Breakaway 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 Breakaway Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JAN 52028
D:3:00 PM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
JAN 62028
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
JAN 72028
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 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.

Day4
JAN 82028
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day5
JAN 92028
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 PM

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)

Day6
JAN 102028
A:6:00 AM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)