7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)
Norwegian Epic
Norwegian Epic
March 24, 2024
7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic

Norwegian Epic - 3/24/2024

The March 24, 2024 cruise on the Norwegian Epic departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Epic sets sail on Sunday, Mar 24th and returns on Sunday, Mar 31st.

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

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Epic cruise ship departing March 24, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $849 ($122 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $917 ($132 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 7%.

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Inside Cabin
$849
7%
vs Avg $917

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Epic - March 24, 2024 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 24thPort Canaveral, Florida
2Mar 25thGreat Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
3Mar 26thAt Sea
4Mar 27thSan Juan, Puerto Rico
5Mar 28thCharlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
6Mar 29thAmber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
7Mar 30thAt Sea
8Mar 31stPort Canaveral, Florida

The Norwegian Epic sails on March 24, 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 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Mar 31st at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Epic will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 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
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 Size Infographic

Norwegian Epic

156 k
tonnage
1,081 ft
length
2010
year built
2,114
cabins
4,100
passengers
1,724
crew

NORWEGIAN EPIC SIZE

The Epic has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 155,873 gross tons. The ship measures 1,081 feet (329 meters) in length. Norwegian Epic is included in Norwegian’s Epic Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Epic holds 5,824 passengers. That includes 4,100 cruise vacationers and 1,724 staff members. The Epic total number of staterooms is 2,114.

Norwegian Epic Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:155,873 GT
  • Length:1,081 ft (329 m)
  • Beam:171 ft (52 m)
  • Draft:29 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2010
  • Years Served:2010 - Present
  • Capacity:4,100
  • Crew Members:1,724
  • Total on Board:5,824
  • Total Staterooms:2,114
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:1,200 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Epic 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 Epic Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
MAR 242024
D:6:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
MAR 252024
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day3
MAR 262024
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
MAR 272024
A:10:00 AMD:6:00 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. (126 words)

Day5
MAR 282024
U. S. Virgin Islands
A:6:00 AMD:2:00 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. (126 words)

Day6
MAR 292024
Dominican Republic
A:8:30 AMD:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day7
MAR 302024
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
MAR 312024
A:7:00 AM

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. (126 words)