Norwegian Gem itinerary map for December 21, 2025 (5 nights)
Norwegian Gem itinerary map for December 21, 2025 (5 nights)
5 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Jacksonville, Florida
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Norwegian Gem
December 21, 2025

5-Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau aboard Norwegian Gem · Departing December 21, 2025 from the Port of Jacksonville, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 5-night cruise aboard the Gem departs from Jacksonville, Florida on Sunday, December 21, 2025 and returns on Friday, Dec 26th. December weather across this route averages 82°/42°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10 — Jacksonville (6.8), Freeport (6.4), Great Stirrup (9.5), Key West (7.9). Inside cabins dropped $20 on Dec 20.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.6OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 76% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
5
night cruise
Sun → Fri
02
Jacksonville
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Cay
04
1
sea day
Day 5
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Gem December 21, 2025 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN GEM·DECEMBER 21, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing December 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $539 ($108 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $738 ($148 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 27%.

Norwegian Gem cruise departing December 21, 2025 — 5-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $539 ($108 per night). Average price: $738.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $676
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Gem · December 21, 2025
$539
$108 per night · 5 nights
↓
20% below average
Avg $676 · You save $137

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// 03 · ITINERARY

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 21, 2025
The Norwegian Gem sails on December 21, 2025 for a 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Jacksonville Roundtrip) (Jacksonville Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Jacksonville, Florida at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Jacksonville, Florida on Dec 26th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Gem
DECEMBER 21, 2025
6 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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5 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · JACKSONVILLE
// 04 · PORTS

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Gem·December 21, 2025
Jacksonville, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Gem December 21, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·DEC 21

Jacksonville

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
2:00 PM

Jacksonville, Florida, offers docking at JAXPORT. Travelers explore Cummer Museum and Jacksonville Zoo. Excursions include St. Augustine’s historic district. Local markets sell shrimp po’boys. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures riverfronts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Timucuan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jacksonville’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural museums and scenic rivers, making Jacksonville an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
52°F avg · Avg
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island — Day 2 of Norwegian Gem December 21, 2025 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
MONDAY·DEC 22

Freeport

Grand Bahama Island
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
4:30 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, offers docking at Freeport Harbour. Travelers explore Lucaya Marketplace and Garden of the Groves. Excursions include snorkeling at Peterson Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tropical gardens and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw 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. Freeport’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Freeport an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
67°F avg · Avg
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 3 of Norwegian Gem December 21, 2025 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
69°F avg · Avg
Key West, Florida — Day 4 of Norwegian Gem December 21, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·DEC 24

Key West

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
4:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
69°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem·December 21, 2025
DEC FORECAST · JACKSONVILLE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
52°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
83°
AVG LOW
21°
AVG RAINFALL
3.2"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT JACKSONVILLE
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
52°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Gem December 21, 2025 Excursions

Norwegian Gem·December 21, 2025

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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Norwegian Gem itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Jacksonville excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Jacksonville Roundtrip)

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 76% of all cruises
7.6/10 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 BREAKDOWN04 PORTS
01

Jacksonville 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Jacksonville offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but staying in tourist zones and remaining vigilant is advised.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Freeport 🇧🇸

Grand Bahama Island · BahamasCAUTION

Freeport is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant, stay in populated areas, and secure their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island) 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasSAFE

Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Key West 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Gem Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Gem
NORWEGIAN · JEWEL
CHRISTENED
2007
STATEROOMS
1,197
TONNAGE
93,530GT
24.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT
YEAR BUILT
2007
4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
965ft
2.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 994 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,394cruisers
23.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,120 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Gem has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 93,530 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Gem is included in Norwegian's Jewel class. At full capacity, the Gem holds 2,394 passengers. That includes 1,324 cruise vacationers and 1,070 staff members. The Gem total number of staterooms is 1,197.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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