Norwegian Encore itinerary map for January 24, 2028
Norwegian Encore
Norwegian Encore
January 24, 2028
15 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Colombia

Norwegian Encore January 24, 2028

The Norwegian Encore January 24, 2028 cruise departs from Miami, Florida. On this 15 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Colombia (Miami To Los Angeles) sailing, the Norwegian Encore will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Jan 24th and returns on Tuesday, Feb 8th, 2028.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
7
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Norwegian Encore · January 24, 2028

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Norwegian Encore · January 24, 2028

The Norwegian Encore sails on January 24, 2028 for a 15 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Colombia (Miami To Los Angeles). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Feb 8th at 6:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Norwegian Encore will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

15 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Colombia (Miami To Los Angeles)

  • JAN24
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN27
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN28
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 7:30 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN24
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN31
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • FEB01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB02
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • FEB03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB04
    Acapulco, Mexico
    Acapulco, Mexico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • FEB05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB06
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • FEB07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB08
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 24, 2028 · 15 Night Panama Canal: Mexico & Colombia (Miami To Los Angeles)

Miami, Florida
Day 1•Monday, Jan 24

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Jan 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Wednesday, Jan 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cartagena, Colombia
Day 4•Thursday, Jan 27

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Colon, Panama
Day 5•Friday, Jan 28

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 7:30 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

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Panama Canal Transit
Day 6•Monday, Jan 24

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: —•Departure: —

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.

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At Sea
Day 7•Sunday, Jan 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Day 8•Monday, Jan 31

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 9•Tuesday, Feb 1

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Day 10•Wednesday, Feb 2

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 11•Thursday, Feb 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Acapulco, Mexico
Day 12•Friday, Feb 4

Acapulco, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 13•Saturday, Feb 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Day 14•Sunday, Feb 6

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 15•Monday, Feb 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
Day 16•Tuesday, Feb 8

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Encore - January 24, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 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
60 / 100
safer than 60% of all cruises
60
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.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
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.
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
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.
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Encore

⚓ Tonnage

169,116

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,019

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,094

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

3,998

vs avg 3,120

The Encore has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 169,116 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet in length. Norwegian Encore is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Encore holds 3,998 passengers. That includes 2,263 cruise vacationers and 1,735 staff members. The Encore total number of staterooms is 2,043.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Encore sailing on January 24, 2028?

This is a 15-night cruise itinerary departing from Miami, Florida.

What ports does the Norwegian Encore visit on the January 24, 2028 cruise?

This route includes miami-florida, cartagena-colombia, colon-panama, panama-canal-transit, puerto-caldera-costa-rica, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, acapulco-mexico, cabo-san-lucas-mexico, san-pedro-los-angeles-california.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Encore January 24, 2028 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 7 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Encore sailing on January 24, 2028?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Encore itinerary?

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