Norwegian Encore - 7/5/2026
The July 5, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Encore departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 7 Night Alaska: Glacier Bay Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Encore sets sail on Sunday, Jul 5th and returns on Sunday, Jul 12th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Encore cruise ship departing July 5, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,579 ($226 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,694 ($243 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 7%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Encore - July 5, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 5th | Seattle, Washington |
| 2 | Jul 6th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jul 7th | Juneau, Alaska |
| 4 | Jul 8th | Skagway, Alaska |
| 5 | Jul 5th | Cruise Glacier Bay |
| 6 | Jul 10th | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| 7 | Jul 11th | Victoria, British Columbia |
| 8 | Jul 12th | Seattle, Washington |
The Norwegian Encore sails on July 5, 2026 for a 7 Night Alaska: Glacier Bay Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Jul 12th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Encore will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
Norwegian Encore
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.
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Cruise Ports
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination. (126 words)
Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
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)
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)