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Norwegian Escape itinerary map for October 28, 2026 (16 nights)
Norwegian Escape itinerary map for October 28, 2026 (16 nights)
16 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
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Norwegian Escape
October 28, 2026

16-Night Transatlantic: France & Spain aboard Norwegian Escape · Departing October 28, 2026 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 16-night cruise aboard the Escape departs from Barcelona, Spain on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 and returns on Friday, Nov 13th. October weather across this route averages 86°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.9OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 69% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
16
night cruise
Wed → Fri
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
9
port stops
France
04
8
sea days
Day 8
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Norwegian Escape, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from Barcelona, Spain for a 16-night Transatlantic: France & Spain cruise. This itinerary includes 9 unique port stops and 8 days at sea. October weather across the route averages 86°F highs and 50°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.9 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,179, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Escape sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN ESCAPE·OCTOBER 28, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Escape cruise ship departing October 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,179 ($74 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,450 ($91 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 19%.

Norwegian Escape cruise departing October 28, 202616-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,179 ($74 per night). Average price: $1,450.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Avg $1,453
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Escape · October 28, 2026
$1,179
$74 per night · 16 nights
19% below average
Avg $1,453 · You save $274

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// 03 · ITINERARY

16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 28, 2026
The Norwegian Escape sails on October 28, 2026 for a 16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Nov 13th at 6:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Norwegian Escape will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
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16 NIGHTS · 8 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Port List

Norwegian Escape·October 28, 2026
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
WEDNESDAY·OCT 28

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

Marseille (Provence), France — Day 2 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
THURSDAY·OCT 29

Marseille (Provence)

France
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands — Day 3 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
FRIDAY·OCT 30

Palma De Mallorca

Balearic Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 AM
6:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Cartagena, Spain — Day 4 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SATURDAY·OCT 31

Cartagena

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region.

Motril (granada), Spain — Day 5 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
SUNDAY·NOV 1

Motril (granada)

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 AM
6:00 PM

Motril, Spain, offers docking at Motril Port with excursions to Granada. Travelers explore the Alhambra’s Moorish palaces and Generalife gardens. Excursions visit Nerja’s caves. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures intricate tilework and Sierra Nevada views. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Motril’s access to Granada offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of Moorish heritage, scenic landscapes, and coastal charm, making Motril an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s rich cultural and architectural treasures in Andalusia.

Cadiz (Seville), Spain — Day 6 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
MONDAY·NOV 2

Cadiz (Seville)

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:30 AM
6:00 PM

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

Tangier, Morocco — Day 7 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
TUESDAY·NOV 3

Tangier

Morocco
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands — Day 9 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
THURSDAY·NOV 5

Las Palmas

Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
12:30 PM

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, offers docking at Las Palmas Port. Travelers explore Vegueta’s old town and Las Canteras Beach. Excursions visit Bandama Caldera. Local markets sell papas arrugadas. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho canario, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like mojo sauce crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance caldera hikes. Las Palmas’ coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Las Palmas an engaging destination.

Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 17 of Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 cruise
DAY
17
DISEMBARKATION
FRIDAY·NOV 13

Port Canaveral

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 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.

// 05 · WEATHER

16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Escape·October 28, 2026
OCT FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
62°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
88°
AVG LOW
37°
AVG RAINFALL
2.8"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
62°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Escape October 28, 2026 Excursions

Norwegian Escape·October 28, 2026

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 69% of all cruises
6.9/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN09 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Marseille (Provence) 🇫🇷

France · FranceCAUTION

Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Palma De Mallorca 🇪🇸

Balearic Islands · SpainMODERATE

Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Cartagena 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Motril (granada) 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Motril is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in busy tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Cadiz (Seville) 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Tangier 🌍

Morocco · MoroccoCAUTION

Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Las Palmas 🇪🇸

Gran Canaria, Canary Islands · SpainMODERATE

Las Palmas is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance in crowded areas is essential to prevent pickpocketing.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Port Canaveral 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesSAFE

Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Escape Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Escape
NORWEGIAN · BREAKAWAY PLUS
CHRISTENED
2015
STATEROOMS
2,175
TONNAGE
167,725GT
36.0% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT
YEAR BUILT
2015
4 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
1,069ft
7.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 994 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,266cruisers
36.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 3,120 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Escape has a construction date of 2015 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,069 feet in length. Norwegian Escape is included in Norwegian's Breakaway Plus class. At full capacity, the Escape holds 4,266 passengers. That includes 2,533 cruise vacationers and 1,733 staff members. The Escape total number of staterooms is 2,175.

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourNorwegian Escape·October 28, 2026sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,179 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · JUL 11, 2026
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