11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip)
Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Dawn
August 29, 2025
11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland

Norwegian Dawn - 8/29/2025

The August 29, 2025 cruise on the Norwegian Dawn departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 11 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 Friday, Aug 29th and returns on Tuesday, Sep 9th.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing August 29, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,233 ($113 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,341 ($213 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 47%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,233
47%
vs Avg $2,341

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Dawn - August 29, 2025 - 11 Nights

DayDatePort
1Aug 29thSouthampton (London), England
2Aug 30thAt Sea
3Aug 31stNewhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland
4Sep 1stInvergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland
5Sep 2ndAt Sea
6Sep 3rdDun Laoghaire (dublin), Ireland
7Sep 4thBelfast, Northern Ireland
8Sep 5thAt Sea
9Sep 6thIjmuiden (amsterdam), Netherlands
10Sep 7thZeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
11Sep 8thLe Havre (Paris), France
12Sep 9thSouthampton (London), England

The Norwegian Dawn sails on August 29, 2025 for a 11 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 Sep 9th at 5:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 3 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
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
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.
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.
8
/ 10
Ijmuiden (amsterdam), Netherlands
Ijmuiden
Ijmuiden is a safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty crime near transit connections to Amsterdam.
9
/ 10
Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
Zeebrugge
Zeebrugge is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Le Havre (Paris), France
Le Havre
Le Havre is generally safe for tourists, but it's important to stay vigilant in less populated areas and crowded places to avoid theft.

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 292025
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 302025
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 312025
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
SEP 12025
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
SEP 22025
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
SEP 32025
A:8:45 AMD:8:00 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.

Day7
SEP 42025
A:6:30 AMD:2:30 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)

Day8
SEP 52025
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!

Day9
SEP 62025
Netherlands
A:11:00 AMD:9:00 PM

Ijmuiden, Netherlands, has docking at Ijmuiden Port with excursions to Amsterdam. Travelers explore Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum and canal cruises. Excursions visit Zaanse Schans’ windmills. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, April to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and historic facades. Dining onboard includes bitterballen, a Dutch snack. Souvenirs, like Delft pottery, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch Golden Age. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Ijmuiden’s access to Amsterdam offers a vibrant Dutch stop, blending culture with canal charm.

Day10
SEP 72025
Belgium
A:8:00 AMD:4:30 PM

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day11
SEP 82025
France
A:7:00 AMD:9:30 PM

Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day12
SEP 92025
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)