16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral)
Norwegian Escape
Norwegian Escape
October 28, 2026
16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain

Norwegian Escape - 10/28/2026

The October 28, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Escape departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Escape sets sail on Wednesday, Oct 28th and returns on Friday, Nov 13th.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
8

Cruise Pricing

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 $1,540 ($97 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,488 ($94 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Escape - October 28, 2026 - 16 Nights

DayDatePort
1Oct 28thBarcelona, Spain
2Oct 29thMarseille (Provence), France
3Oct 30thPalma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
4Oct 31stCartagena, Spain
5Nov 1stMotril (granada), Spain
6Nov 2ndCadiz (Seville), Spain
7Nov 3rdTangier, Morocco
8Nov 4thAt Sea
9Nov 5thLas Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
10Nov 6thAt Sea
11Nov 7thAt Sea
12Nov 8thAt Sea
13Nov 9thAt Sea
14Nov 10thAt Sea
15Nov 11thAt Sea
16Nov 12thAt Sea
17Nov 13thPort Canaveral, Florida
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The Norwegian Escape sails on October 28, 2026 for a 16 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (Barcelona To Port Canaveral). 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.

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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Cartagena, Spain
Cartagena
Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.
7
/ 10
Motril (granada), Spain
Motril
Motril is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in busy tourist areas.
8
/ 10
Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Cadiz
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
6
/ 10
Tangier, Morocco
Tangier
Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.
7
/ 10
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
Las Palmas
Las Palmas is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance in crowded areas is essential to prevent pickpocketing.
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.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Escape Size Infographic

Norwegian Escape

168 k
tonnage
1,069 ft
length
2015
year built
2,175
cabins
4,266
passengers
1,733
crew

NORWEGIAN ESCAPE SIZE

The Escape has a construction date of 2015 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,069 feet (326 meters) in length. Norwegian Escape is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Escape holds 5,999 passengers. That includes 4,266 cruise vacationers and 1,733 staff members. The Escape total number of staterooms is 2,175.

Norwegian Escape Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:167,725 GT
  • Length:1,069 ft (326 m)
  • Beam:136 ft (41 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2015
  • Years Served:2015 - Present
  • Capacity:4,266
  • Crew Members:1,733
  • Total on Board:5,999
  • Total Staterooms:2,175
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:920 Million
  • Status:active

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
OCT 282026
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
OCT 292026
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day3
OCT 302026
A:11:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day4
OCT 312026
A:8:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day5
NOV 12026
Spain
A:5:00 AMD: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.

Day6
NOV 22026
Spain
A:6:30 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day7
NOV 32026
A:6:00 AMD: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.

Day8
NOV 42026
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!

Day9
NOV 52026
A:6:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day10
NOV 62026
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!

Day11
NOV 72026
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!

Day12
NOV 82026
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!

Day13
NOV 92026
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!

Day14
NOV 102026
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!

Day15
NOV 112026
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!

Day16
NOV 122026
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!

Day17
NOV 132026
A: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. (126 words)