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Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for January 2, 2027 (5 nights)
Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for January 2, 2027 (5 nights)
5 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Jacksonville, Florida
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Norwegian Dawn
January 2, 2027

5-Night Bahamas aboard Norwegian Dawn · Departing January 2, 2027 from the Port of Jacksonville, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 5-night cruise aboard the Dawn departs from Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday, January 2, 2027 and returns on Thursday, Jan 7th. January weather across this route averages 81°/38°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10 — Jacksonville (6.8), Great Stirrup (9.5), Freeport (6.4). Oceanview cabins dropped $40 on Jul 11.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
5
night cruise
Sat → Thu
02
Jacksonville
departure port
Florida
03
3
port stops
Bahamas
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Norwegian Dawn, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, January 2, 2027 from Jacksonville, Florida for a 5-night Bahamas cruise. This itinerary includes 3 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. January weather across the route averages 81°F highs and 38°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $449, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite 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 January 2, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Dawn January 2, 2027 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN DAWN·JANUARY 2, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing January 2, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $449 ($90 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $613 ($123 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 27%.

Norwegian Dawn cruise departing January 2, 2027 — 5-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $449 ($90 per night). Average price: $613.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $612
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Dawn · January 2, 2027
$449
$90 per night · 5 nights
↓
27% below average
Avg $612 · You save $163

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// 03 · ITINERARY

5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 2, 2027
The Norwegian Dawn sails on January 2, 2027 for a 5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip) (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 Jan 7th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Dawn
JANUARY 2, 2027
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5 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · JACKSONVILLE
// 04 · PORTS

5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Dawn·January 2, 2027
Jacksonville, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Dawn January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·JAN 2

Jacksonville

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
50°F avg · Avg
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 3 of Norwegian Dawn January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:30 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.

JANUARY FORECAST
69°F avg · Avg
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island — Day 4 of Norwegian Dawn January 2, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·JAN 5

Freeport

Grand Bahama Island
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 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.

JANUARY FORECAST
68°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Dawn·January 2, 2027
JAN FORECAST · JACKSONVILLE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
50°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
19°
AVG RAINFALL
2.9"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT JACKSONVILLE
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
50°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Dawn January 2, 2027 Excursions

Norwegian Dawn·January 2, 2027

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Norwegian Dawn itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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See all Jacksonville excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip)

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 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 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 BREAKDOWN03 PORTS
01

Jacksonville 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Jacksonville offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but staying in tourist zones and remaining vigilant is advised.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island) 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasSAFE

Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Freeport 🇧🇸

Grand Bahama Island · BahamasCAUTION

Freeport is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant, stay in populated areas, and secure their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Dawn Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Dawn
NORWEGIAN · DAWN
CHRISTENED
2002
STATEROOMS
1,170
TONNAGE
92,250GT
25.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT
YEAR BUILT
2002
9 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
965ft
2.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 994 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,340cruisers
25.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,120 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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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourNorwegian Dawn·January 2, 2027sailing

  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $449 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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