Norwegian Dawn - 12/10/2026
The December 10, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Dawn departs from Jacksonville, Florida. On this 4 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Dawn sets sail on Thursday, Dec 10th and returns on Monday, Dec 14th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing December 10, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $509 ($128 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $474 ($119 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Dawn - December 10, 2026 - 4 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 9th | Jacksonville, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 11th | Freeport, Grand Bahama Island |
| 3 | Dec 12th | Nassau, Bahamas |
| 4 | Dec 12th | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 14th | Jacksonville, Florida |
The Norwegian Dawn sails on December 10, 2026 for a 4 Night Bahamas (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 Dec 14th at 6:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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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
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)
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)
Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts 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 beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau 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!
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)