Norwegian Epic itinerary map for January 28, 2024 (7 nights)
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Norwegian Epic — January 28, 20247-Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic on Norwegian

This 7-night cruise aboard the Epic departs from Port Canaveral, Florida on Sunday, January 28, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Feb 4th. January weather across this route averages 83°/58°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Port Canaveral
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2

Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Norwegian Epic · January 28, 2024

The Norwegian Epic sails on January 28, 2024 for a 7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Feb 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Epic will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

  • JAN28
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN29
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN31
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • FEB01
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • FEB02
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    A: 7:30 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • FEB03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB04
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    Port Canaveral, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 28, 2024 · 7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Jan 28

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 2 of Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 cruise
Day 2•Monday, Jan 29

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 3 at sea — Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 3•Tuesday, Jan 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Epic — featuring Crest, Headliners Comedy Club, Bliss Ultra Lounge & Jetties.

San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 4 of Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, Jan 31

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 5 of Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Feb 1

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 6 of Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Friday, Feb 2

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 7:30 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Saturday, Feb 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Epic — featuring Crest, Headliners Comedy Club, Bliss Ultra Lounge & Jetties.

Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 8 of Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, Feb 4

Port Canaveral, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Port Canaveral, Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Epic - January 28, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Port Canaveral, Florida

⛅

January

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

38°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
8
/ 10
Port Canaveral, Florida
Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.
10
/ 10
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
Great Stirrup
Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
6
/ 10
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Charlotte Amalie
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
8
/ 10
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Amber Cove
Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Epic

⚓ Tonnage

155,873

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,081

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

4,100

vs avg 3,120

The Epic has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 155,873 gross tons. The ship measures 1,081 feet in length. Norwegian Epic is included in Norwegian’s Epic class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Epic holds 4,100 passengers. That includes 2,376 cruise vacationers and 1,724 staff members. The Epic total number of staterooms is 2,114.

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Epic January 28, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, January averages 83°F highs and 58°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 28, 2024 Norwegian Epic itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.5 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 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 Epic sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Epic departs Port Canaveral, Florida on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 5:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Feb 4th, 2024 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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Last Updated: May 18, 2026