5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (Jacksonville Roundtrip)
Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Dawn
November 15, 2026
5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island

Norwegian Dawn - 11/15/2026

The November 15, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Dawn departs from Jacksonville, Florida. On this 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (Jacksonville Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Dawn sets sail on Sunday, Nov 15th and returns on Friday, Nov 20th.

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

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing November 15, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $619 ($124 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $580 ($117 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Dawn - November 15, 2026 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Nov 14thJacksonville, Florida
2Nov 16thFreeport, Grand Bahama Island
3Nov 16thAt Sea
4Nov 18thGreat Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
5Nov 18thAt Sea
6Nov 20thJacksonville, Florida

The Norwegian Dawn sails on November 15, 2026 for a 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (Jacksonville Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Jacksonville, Florida at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Jacksonville, Florida on Nov 20th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn 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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
7
/ 10
Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville
Jacksonville offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but staying in tourist zones and remaining vigilant is advised.
6
/ 10
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island
Freeport
Freeport is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant, stay in populated areas, and secure their belongings.
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 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.

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Cruise Ports

Day1
NOV 152026
D:2:00 PM

Jacksonville, Florida, offers docking at JAXPORT. Travelers explore Cummer Museum and Jacksonville Zoo. Excursions include St. Augustine’s historic district. Local markets sell shrimp po’boys. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Timucuan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jacksonville’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums and scenic rivers, making Jacksonville an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
NOV 162026
A:10:00 AMD:4:30 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, offers docking at Freeport Harbour. Travelers explore Lucaya Marketplace and Garden of the Groves. Excursions include snorkeling at Peterson Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tropical gardens and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw 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. Freeport’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Freeport an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day3
NOV 172026
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!

Day4
NOV 182026
A:6:00 AMD:5:00 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)

Day5
NOV 192026
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
NOV 202026
A:6:00 AM

Jacksonville, Florida, offers docking at JAXPORT. Travelers explore Cummer Museum and Jacksonville Zoo. Excursions include St. Augustine’s historic district. Local markets sell shrimp po’boys. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Timucuan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jacksonville’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums and scenic rivers, making Jacksonville an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)