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Norwegian Gem itinerary map for March 14, 2026 (5 nights)
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5 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Jacksonville, Florida
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Norwegian Gem
March 14, 2026

5-Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau aboard Norwegian Gem · Departing March 14, 2026 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 Saturday, March 14, 2026 and returns on Thursday, Mar 19th. March weather across this route averages 87°/47°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10 — Jacksonville (6.8), Freeport (6.4), Nassau (5.9), Great Stirrup (9.5). Inside cabins rose $360 on Mar 13.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.1OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 71% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
5
night cruise
Sat → Thu
02
Jacksonville
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Cay
04
1
sea day
Day 5
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The Norwegian Gem, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from Jacksonville, Florida for a 5-night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. March weather across the route averages 87°F highs and 47°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.1 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin 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 Gem sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Gem March 14, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Gem March 14, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN GEM·MARCH 14, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing March 14, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,169 ($234 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $662 ($133 per night), this represents a recent increase of 77%.

Norwegian Gem cruise departing March 14, 20265-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,169 ($234 per night). Average price: $662.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $638
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Gem · March 14, 2026
$1,169
$234 per night · 5 nights
83% above average
Avg $638

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// 03 · ITINERARY

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

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 14, 2026
The Norwegian Gem sails on March 14, 2026 for a 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Jacksonville Roundtrip) (Jacksonville Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Jacksonville, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Jacksonville, Florida on Mar 19th at 7:00 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
MARCH 14, 2026
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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·March 14, 2026
Jacksonville, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Gem March 14, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAR 14

Jacksonville

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
3:00 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.

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island — Day 2 of Norwegian Gem March 14, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·MAR 15

Freeport

Grand Bahama Island
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 AM
5:30 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.

Nassau, Bahamas — Day 3 of Norwegian Gem March 14, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·MAR 16

Nassau

Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts 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 beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 4 of Norwegian Gem March 14, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 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.

// 05 · WEATHER

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

Norwegian Gem·March 14, 2026
MAR FORECAST · JACKSONVILLE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
60°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
95°
AVG LOW
26°
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
60°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Gem March 14, 2026 Excursions

Norwegian Gem·March 14, 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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

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

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// 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 71% of all cruises
7.1/10 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

Nassau 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasCAUTION

Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

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
// 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 · FAQ

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