Norwegian Dawn - 4/5/2026
The April 5, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Dawn departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Dawn sets sail on Sunday, Apr 5th and returns on Sunday, Apr 19th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing April 5, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $919 ($66 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,090 ($78 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 16%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Dawn - April 5, 2026 - 14 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 5th | Tampa, Florida |
| 2 | Apr 6th | At Sea |
| 3 | Apr 7th | Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas |
| 4 | Apr 8th | At Sea |
| 5 | Apr 9th | At Sea |
| 6 | Apr 10th | At Sea |
| 7 | Apr 11th | At Sea |
| 8 | Apr 12th | At Sea |
| 9 | Apr 13th | At Sea |
| 10 | Apr 14th | Horta, Azores |
| 11 | Apr 15th | Ponta Delgada, Azores |
| 12 | Apr 16th | At Sea |
| 13 | Apr 17th | Funchal, Madeira |
| 14 | Apr 18th | At Sea |
| 15 | Apr 19th | Lisbon, Portugal |
The Norwegian Dawn sails on April 5, 2026 for a 14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Lisbon, Portugal on Apr 19th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Norwegian Dawn
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.
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Cruise Ports
Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Horta, Azores, Portugal, has docking at Horta Port. Travelers explore Faial’s volcanic Capelinhos. Excursions visit Caldeira’s crater trails. Local markets sell Azorean cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and marina murals. Dining onboard includes cozido, an Azorean stew. Souvenirs, like scrimshaw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover volcanic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Horta’s scenic beauty offers a tranquil Portuguese stop, blending volcanic wonders with island charm.
Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal, offers docking at Ponta Delgada Port. Travelers explore Sete Cidades and Furnas hot springs. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell cozido das Furnas. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic lakes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Azorean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance crater hikes. Ponta Delgada’s natural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Ponta Delgada an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)