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Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for August 16, 2026 (7 nights)
Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for August 16, 2026 (7 nights)
7 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
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Norwegian Dawn
August 16, 2026

7-Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal aboard Norwegian Dawn · Departing August 16, 2026 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 Cruise Overview

This 7-night cruise aboard the Dawn departs from Barcelona, Spain on Sunday, August 16, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Aug 23rd. August weather across this route averages 95°/64°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.2OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 72% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sun → Sun
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
8
port stops
Spain
04
0
sea days
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The Norwegian Dawn, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, August 16, 2026 from Barcelona, Spain for a 7-night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal cruise. This itinerary includes 8 unique port stops and 0 days at sea. August weather across the route averages 95°F highs and 64°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.2 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Dawn sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN DAWN·AUGUST 16, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing August 16, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,329 ($190 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,091 ($156 per night), this represents a recent increase of 22%.

Norwegian Dawn cruise departing August 16, 20267-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,329 ($190 per night). Average price: $1,091.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $1,000
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Dawn · August 16, 2026
$1,329
$190 per night · 7 nights
33% above average
Avg $1,000

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 16, 2026
The Norwegian Dawn sails on August 16, 2026 for a 7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Lisbon, Portugal on Aug 23rd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Dawn
AUGUST 16, 2026
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon) Port List

Norwegian Dawn·August 16, 2026
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·AUG 16

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands — Day 2 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
MONDAY·AUG 17

Palma De Mallorca

Balearic Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
9:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Valencia, Spain — Day 3 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
TUESDAY·AUG 18

Valencia

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration.

Motril (granada), Spain — Day 4 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·AUG 19

Motril (granada)

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
10:00 PM

Motril, Spain, offers docking at Motril Port with excursions to Granada. Travelers explore the Alhambra’s Moorish palaces and Generalife gardens. Excursions visit Nerja’s caves. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures intricate tilework and Sierra Nevada views. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Motril’s access to Granada offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of Moorish heritage, scenic landscapes, and coastal charm, making Motril an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s rich cultural and architectural treasures in Andalusia.

Gibraltar, U.K. — Day 5 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·AUG 20

Gibraltar

U.K.
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
3:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration.

Tangier, Morocco — Day 6 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·AUG 21

Tangier

Morocco
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
7:00 PM

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

Cadiz (Seville), Spain — Day 7 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SATURDAY·AUG 22

Cadiz (Seville)

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

Lisbon, Portugal — Day 8 of Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SUNDAY·AUG 23

Lisbon

Portugal
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Dawn·August 16, 2026
AUG FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Barcelona port guide
76°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
98°
AVG LOW
54°
AVG RAINFALL
1.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
76°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Barcelona Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Norwegian Dawn itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

8 PORTS OF CALL·3,012 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST BARCELONA SHORE TOURS
OF 451
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(7,087)
$127.29

Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Tour with Skip the Line Tickets

SMALL GROUP TOUR (up to 16 people per tour guide). Discover two of Antoni Gaudí's greatest works in a single…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,761)
$63.06

Half-Day Montserrat Small Group Guided Tour from Barcelona

Escape the city for a morning and discover the spiritual and natural heart of Catalonia: the Montserrat…
5.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,623)
$80.58

Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour

On this walking tour of Barcelona's El Born and Gothic Quarter neighborhoods, you may eat as much as you…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(5,592)
$38.54

City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour

Discover the very best of Barcelona with a 24 or 48 hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This double-decker bus tour…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(2,983)
$103.93

Barcelona all included: Sagrada, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic

Discover the best of Barcelona in a single day with our exclusive full-day small-group tour. We start with a…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(2,707)
$116.78

Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Fast Track Tour with Tower Option

Get up close and personal to all the details of the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour. Skip the long lines on…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(1,777)
$192.68

Barcelona Private Tour by Sidecar Motorcycle

Discover Barcelona from the sidecar of a classic motorcycle, safely driven by your private guide. Unveil the…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,317)
$127.29

Montserrat Full Day Tour with Castle-Winery Lunch & Wine Tasting

Spend a full day blending spirituality, mountain landscapes and the very best of Catalan gastronomy. Depart…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Barcelona has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 72% of all cruises
7.2/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Palma De Mallorca 🇪🇸

Balearic Islands · SpainMODERATE

Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Valencia 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Motril (granada) 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Motril is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in busy tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Gibraltar 🌍

U.K. · GibraltarSAFE

Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Tangier 🌍

Morocco · MoroccoCAUTION

Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Cadiz (Seville) 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Lisbon 🇵🇹

Portugal · PortugalMODERATE

Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Dawn Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Dawn cruise ship exterior
NORWEGIAN · DAWN
CHRISTENED
2002
STATEROOMS
1,170
TONNAGE
92,250GT
26.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 125,377 GT
YEAR BUILT
2002
10 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2012
LENGTH
965ft
3.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,000 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,340cruisers
25.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,153 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Dawn has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 92,250 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Dawn is included in Norwegian's Dawn class. At full capacity, the Dawn holds 2,340 passengers. That includes 1,308 cruise vacationers and 1,032 staff members. The Dawn total number of staterooms is 1,170.

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