22 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Costa Rica (Miami To Seattle)
Norwegian Encore
Norwegian Encore
April 11, 2026
22 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Costa Rica

Norwegian Encore - 4/11/2026

The April 11, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Encore departs from Miami, Florida. On this 22 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Costa Rica (Miami To Seattle) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 13 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Encore sets sail on Saturday, Apr 11th and returns on Sunday, May 3rd.

Cruise Length
22
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
13
Sea Days
9

Cruise Pricing

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Encore - April 11, 2026 - 22 Nights

DayDatePort
1Apr 11thMiami, Florida
2Apr 12thAt Sea
3Apr 13thAt Sea
4Apr 14thCartagena, Colombia
5Apr 11thPanama Canal Transit
5Apr 15thPanama City, Panama
6Apr 11thPanama City, Panama
7Apr 17thAt Sea
8Apr 18thPuerto Caldera, Costa Rica
9Apr 19thAt Sea
10Apr 20thPuerto Quetzal, Guatemala
11Apr 21stAt Sea
12Apr 22ndAcapulco, Mexico
13Apr 23rdAt Sea
14Apr 24thPuerto Vallarta, Mexico
15Apr 25thCabo San Lucas, Mexico
16Apr 26thAt Sea
17Apr 27thAt Sea
18Apr 28thSan Francisco, California
19Apr 11thSan Francisco, California
20Apr 30thAt Sea
21May 1stAstoria, Oregon
22May 2ndVictoria, British Columbia
23May 3rdSeattle, Washington
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The Norwegian Encore sails on April 11, 2026 for a 22 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Costa Rica (Miami To Seattle). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on May 3rd at 7:00 AM. During the 24-day journey, the Norwegian Encore will visit 12 additional ports and will spend 9 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
66 / 100
safer than 66% of all cruises
66
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Panama City, Panama
Panama City
Travelers in Panama City should stay vigilant, avoid risky areas, and exercise caution due to varying safety levels and potential urban crime.
7
/ 10
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Puerto Caldera
Travelers at Puerto Caldera should stay cautious, especially in less populated areas, and consider organized tours for enhanced safety.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
4
/ 10
Acapulco, Mexico
Acapulco
Travelers to Acapulco should exercise extreme caution, remain in secured areas, and stay vigilant due to high rates of violent crime.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
7
/ 10
San Francisco, California
San Francisco
Travelers in San Francisco should stay vigilant and secure belongings, especially in areas like the Tenderloin, to enhance safety.
8
/ 10
Astoria, Oregon
Astoria
Astoria, Oregon, is generally safe for travelers, but it's wise to remain vigilant in tourist areas and avoid poorly lit spots after dark.
9
/ 10
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria
Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.
7
/ 10
Seattle, Washington
Seattle
Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Encore Size Infographic

Norwegian Encore

170 k
tonnage
1,094 ft
length
2019
year built
2,043
cabins
3,998
passengers
1,735
crew

NORWEGIAN ENCORE SIZE

The Encore has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 169,116 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet (333 meters) in length. Norwegian Encore is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Encore holds 5,733 passengers. That includes 3,998 cruise vacationers and 1,735 staff members. The Encore total number of staterooms is 2,043.

Norwegian Encore Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:169,116 GT
  • Length:1,094 ft (333 m)
  • Beam:136 ft (41 m)
  • Draft:29 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2019
  • Years Served:2019 - Present
  • Capacity:3,998
  • Crew Members:1,735
  • Total on Board:5,733
  • Total Staterooms:2,043
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:920 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Encore 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.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Encore Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
APR 112026
United States
D:4:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)

Day2
APR 122026
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!

Day3
APR 132026
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
APR 142026
A:6:00 AMD:2:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day5
N/A N/AN/A

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
APR 152026
A:8:00 PM

Panama City, Panama, offers docking at Balboa Port. Travelers explore Casco Viejo’s colonial streets and Panama Canal Museum. Excursions visit Emberá indigenous villages. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures historic facades and canal views. Dining onboard includes carimañolas, a Panamanian snack. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Panama’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Panama City’s vibrant colonial charm offers a dynamic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and canal history, making Panama City an engaging destination for exploring Panama’s rich past and modern vibrancy.

Day6
APR 162026
D:8:00 PM

Panama City, Panama, offers docking at Balboa Port. Travelers explore Casco Viejo’s colonial streets and Panama Canal Museum. Excursions visit Emberá indigenous villages. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures historic facades and canal views. Dining onboard includes carimañolas, a Panamanian snack. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Panama’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Panama City’s vibrant colonial charm offers a dynamic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and canal history, making Panama City an engaging destination for exploring Panama’s rich past and modern vibrancy.

Day7
APR 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!

Day8
APR 182026
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Caldera Port. Travelers explore Carara National Park and Jacó Beach. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures scarlet macaws and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puerto Caldera’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic beaches, making Puerto Caldera an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day9
APR 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!

Day10
APR 202026
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day11
APR 212026
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!

Day12
APR 222026
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Acapulco, Mexico, offers docking at Acapulco Port. Travelers explore La Quebrada cliff divers and Fort San Diego. Excursions include snorkeling at Roqueta Island. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliff dives and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aztec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Acapulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling performances and scenic beaches, making Acapulco an engaging destination for exploration.

Day13
APR 232026
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!

Day14
APR 242026
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day15
APR 252026
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day16
APR 262026
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!

Day17
APR 272026
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!

Day18
APR 282026
A:9:00 AM

San Francisco, California, offers docking at Pier 27. Travelers explore Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Excursions visit Napa Valley wineries. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic bridges and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes cioppino, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like cable car crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ohlone history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Francisco’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic bays, making San Francisco an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day19
APR 292026
D:6:00 PM

San Francisco, California, offers docking at Pier 27. Travelers explore Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Excursions visit Napa Valley wineries. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic bridges and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes cioppino, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like cable car crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ohlone history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Francisco’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic bays, making San Francisco an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day20
APR 302026
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!

Day21
MAY 12026
United States
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Astoria, Oregon, offers docking at Astoria Port. Travelers explore Columbia River Maritime Museum and Astoria Column. Excursions visit Fort Clatsop. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes clam chowder, an Oregonian favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chinook history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance river walks. Astoria’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic rivers, making Astoria an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day22
MAY 22026
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day23
MAY 32026
United States
A:7:00 AM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)