10 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip)
Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Dawn
August 19, 2025
10 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland

Norwegian Dawn - 8/19/2025

The August 19, 2025 cruise on the Norwegian Dawn departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 10 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Dawn sets sail on Tuesday, Aug 19th and returns on Friday, Aug 29th.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing August 19, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,209 ($121 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,195 ($220 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 45%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,209
45%
vs Avg $2,195

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Dawn - August 19, 2025 - 10 Nights

DayDatePort
1Aug 19thSouthampton (London), England
2Aug 20thAt Sea
3Aug 21stNewhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland
4Aug 22ndInvergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland
5Aug 23rdAt Sea
6Aug 24thBelfast, Northern Ireland
7Aug 25thLiverpool, England
8Aug 26thDun Laoghaire (dublin), Ireland
9Aug 27thCobh (cork), Ireland
10Aug 28thPortland (weymouth), England, Uk
11Aug 29thSouthampton (London), England

The Norwegian Dawn sails on August 19, 2025 for a 10 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Aug 29th at 5:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 7 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
79 / 100
safer than 79% of all cruises
79
8
/ 10
Southampton (London), England
Southampton
Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.
8
/ 10
Newhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland
Newhaven Harbour
Newhaven Harbour is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised, especially in urban areas and at night.
8
/ 10
Invergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland
Invergordon
Invergordon is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant, especially at night, due to minimal petty crime risk.
7
/ 10
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Belfast
Belfast is mostly safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and aware of their surroundings in areas with historical tensions.
7
/ 10
Liverpool, England
Liverpool
Liverpool is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft and secure their belongings.
7
/ 10
Dun Laoghaire (dublin), Ireland
Dun Laoghaire
Dun Laoghaire is generally safe for cruise travelers, but staying vigilant against petty crime, especially at night, is advised.
9
/ 10
Cobh (cork), Ireland
Cobh
Cobh is a safe port town with low crime rates, allowing travelers to confidently explore its historic streets and attractions.
9
/ 10
Portland (weymouth), England, Uk
Portland
Portland in Weymouth, England, is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate and strong police presence for visitor security.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Dawn Size Infographic

Norwegian Dawn

93 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2002
year built
1,170
cabins
2,340
passengers
1,032
crew

NORWEGIAN DAWN SIZE

The Dawn has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 92,250 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length. Norwegian Dawn is included in Norwegian’s Dawn Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Dawn holds 3,372 passengers. That includes 2,340 cruise vacationers and 1,032 staff members. The Dawn total number of staterooms is 1,170.

Norwegian Dawn Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:92,250 GT
  • Length:965 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:125 ft (38 m)
  • Draft:38 ft (12 m)
  • Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
  • Year Built:2002
  • Years Served:2002 - Present
  • Capacity:2,340
  • Crew Members:1,032
  • Total on Board:3,372
  • Total Staterooms:1,170
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:400 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
AUG 192025
England, United Kingdom
D:4:00 PM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
AUG 202025
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
AUG 212025
Scotland, United Kingdom
A:6:30 AMD:5:30 PM

Newhaven Harbour (Edinburgh), Scotland, offers docking at Newhaven Port with excursions to Edinburgh. Travelers explore Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Excursions visit Holyrood Palace. Local markets sell shortbread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval castles and Georgian architecture. Dining onboard includes haggis, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like tartan scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Scottish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Newhaven’s access to Edinburgh offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and scenic beauty, making Newhaven an engaging gateway to explore Scotland’s capital and its rich traditions.

Day4
AUG 222025
Scotland, United Kingdom
A:7:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Invergordon (Inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland, offers docking at Invergordon Port with excursions to Inverness. Travelers explore Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness. Excursions visit Cawdor Castle. Local markets sell shortbread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Highland landscapes and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes haggis, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like tartan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jacobite history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance battlefield walks. Invergordon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic lochs, making Invergordon an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
AUG 232025
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!

Day6
AUG 242025
A:6:15 AMD:7:00 PM

Belfast, Northern Ireland, offers docking at Belfast Port. Travelers explore Titanic Belfast and Giant’s Causeway. Excursions visit Ulster Museum. Local markets sell Ulster fry. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basalt columns and Irish Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Irish stew, a Northern Irish favorite. Souvenirs, like linen crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Celtic history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance causeway hikes. Belfast’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of industrial heritage and scenic coasts, making Belfast an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
AUG 252025
England, United Kingdom
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Liverpool, England, has docking at Liverpool Port. Travelers explore Beatles Story Museum and Albert Dock. Excursions visit Liverpool Cathedral. Local markets sell scouse stew. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Mersey River views and historic docks. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like Beatles memorabilia, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Liverpool’s vibrant culture offers a dynamic English stop, blending music heritage with waterfront charm.

Day8
AUG 262025
A:7:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland, has docking at Dun Laoghaire Harbour. Travelers stroll the Victorian pier. Excursions explore Powerscourt Estate’s gardens. Local markets sell Irish cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Dublin Bay. Dining onboard includes boxty. Souvenirs, like shamrock trinkets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers suit temperate conditions. Dun Laoghaire’s coastal charm offers a serene Irish stop near Dublin.

Day9
AUG 272025
Ireland
A:7:00 AMD:4:30 PM

Cobh (Cork), Ireland, offers docking at Cobh Port with excursions to Cork. Travelers explore St. Colman’s Cathedral and Blarney Castle. Excursions visit Kinsale’s harbor. Local markets sell soda bread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful waterfronts and Irish Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Irish stew, an Irish favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gaelic history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cobh’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Irish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cobh an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day10
AUG 282025
England, United Kingdom
A:11:00 AMD:8:30 PM

Portland (Weymouth), England, offers docking at Portland Port. Travelers explore Weymouth’s sandy beach and Nothe Fort. Excursions visit Jurassic Coast’s Lulworth Cove. Local markets sell Dorset apple cake. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Georgian waterfronts and fossil-rich cliffs. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dorset’s maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance coastal walks. Portland’s seaside charm offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts, scenic coastlines, and Jurassic heritage, making Portland an engaging destination for exploring England’s southern coast.

Day11
AUG 292025
England, United Kingdom
A:5:00 AM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)