Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for April 4, 2027 (14 nights)

Norwegian Dawn — April 4, 202714-Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira on Norwegian

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.

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

Norwegian Dawn · April 4, 2027

The Norwegian Dawn sails on April 4, 2027 for a 14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon). 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 itinerary route

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

APR04
Tampa, Florida
A: — - D: 4:00 PM
APR05
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR06
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
APR07
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR08
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR09
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR10
At Sea
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APR11
At Sea
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APR12
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR13
Horta, Azores
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
APR14
Ponta Delgada, Azores
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
APR15
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR16
Funchal, Madeira
A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
APR17
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR18
Lisbon, Portugal
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

April 4, 2027 · 14 Night Transatlantic: Bahamas Azores & Madeira (Tampa To Lisbon)

Day 1•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.

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Day 2•Monday, Apr 5

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 3•Tuesday, Apr 6

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Day 4•Wednesday, Apr 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 5•Thursday, Apr 8

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 6•Friday, Apr 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 7•Saturday, Apr 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 8•Sunday, Apr 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 9•Monday, Apr 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 10•Tuesday, Apr 13

Horta, Azores

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 11•Wednesday, Apr 14

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 12•Thursday, Apr 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 13•Friday, Apr 16

Funchal, Madeira

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 14•Saturday, Apr 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 15•Sunday, Apr 18

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Dawn - April 4, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tampa, Florida

⛅

April

Typical Weather

94°F

Average High

44°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank

82 / 100

safer than 82% of all cruises

/ 10

Tampa

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

/ 10

Great Stirrup

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

/ 10

Horta

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

/ 10

Ponta Delgada

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

/ 10

Funchal

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

/ 10

Lisbon

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

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

92,250

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,340

vs avg 3,120

The 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 Norwegian 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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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Dawn April 4, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, April averages 77°F highs and 53°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 4, 2027 Norwegian Dawn itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.2 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Norwegian Dawn sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Dawn departs Tampa, Florida on Sunday, April 4, 2027 at 4:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Apr 18th, 2027 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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Last Updated: May 12, 2026