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Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for April 4, 2027 (14 nights)
Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for April 4, 2027 (14 nights)
14 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Tampa, Florida
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Norwegian Dawn
April 4, 2027

14-Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira aboard Norwegian Dawn · Departing April 4, 2027 from the Port of Tampa, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 14-night cruise aboard the Dawn departs from Tampa, Florida on Sunday, April 4, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Apr 18th. April weather across this route averages 77°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.2 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.2OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 82% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
14
night cruise
Sun → Sun
02
Tampa
departure port
Florida
03
6
port stops
Azores
04
9
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Norwegian Dawn, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, April 4, 2027 from Tampa, Florida for a 14-night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 9 days at sea. April weather across the route averages 77°F highs and 53°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.2 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

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// 03 · ITINERARY

14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 4, 2027
The Norwegian Dawn sails on April 4, 2027 for a 14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon) (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Lisbon, Portugal on Apr 18th 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 PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Dawn
APRIL 4, 2027
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14 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · TAMPA
// 04 · PORTS

14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon) Port List

Norwegian Dawn·April 4, 2027
Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·APR 4

Tampa

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 PM

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.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 3 of Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

Horta, Azores — Day 10 of Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 9
TUESDAY·APR 13

Horta

Azores
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

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 — Day 11 of Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
11
PORT 10
WEDNESDAY·APR 14

Ponta Delgada

Azores
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

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.

Funchal, Madeira — Day 13 of Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
13
PORT 12
FRIDAY·APR 16

Funchal

Madeira
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

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.

Lisbon, Portugal — Day 15 of Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
15
DISEMBARKATION
SUNDAY·APR 18

Lisbon

Portugal
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 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

14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Dawn·April 4, 2027
APR FORECAST · TAMPA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
69°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
94°
AVG LOW
44°
AVG RAINFALL
2.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT TAMPA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
69°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 Excursions

Norwegian Dawn·April 4, 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.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Tampa excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa 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
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 82% of all cruises
8.2/10 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 BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Tampa 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

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

Horta 🇵🇹

Azores · PortugalSAFE

Horta in the Azores is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, allowing travelers to explore with minimal risk.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Ponta Delgada 🇵🇹

Azores · PortugalSAFE

Ponta Delgada is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Funchal 🇵🇹

Madeira · PortugalSAFE

Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

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
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 · FAQ

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