Norwegian Gem itinerary map for April 2, 2026 (4 nights)
Norwegian Gem itinerary map for April 2, 2026 (4 nights)
4 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Jacksonville, Florida
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Norwegian Gem
April 2, 2026

4-Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island aboard Norwegian Gem · Departing April 2, 2026 from the Port of Jacksonville, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 4-night cruise aboard the Gem departs from Jacksonville, Florida on Thursday, April 2, 2026 and returns on Monday, Apr 6th. April weather across this route averages 90°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10 — Jacksonville (6.8), Freeport (6.4), Great Stirrup (9.5). Inside cabins dropped $114 on Apr 1.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
4
night cruise
Thu → Mon
02
Jacksonville
departure port
Florida
03
3
port stops
Cay
04
1
sea day
Day 4
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Gem April 2, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN GEM·APRIL 2, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing April 2, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $749 ($188 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $580 ($146 per night), this represents a recent increase of 29%.

Norwegian Gem cruise departing April 2, 20264-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $749 ($188 per night). Average price: $580.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $551
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Gem · April 2, 2026
$749
$188 per night · 4 nights
36% above average
Avg $551

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// 03 · ITINERARY

4 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 2, 2026
The Norwegian Gem sails on April 2, 2026 for a 4 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (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 Apr 6th at 7:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Gem
APRIL 2, 2026
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4 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · JACKSONVILLE
// 04 · PORTS

4 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Gem·April 2, 2026
Jacksonville, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Gem April 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·APR 2

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 April 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
FRIDAY·APR 3

Freeport

Grand Bahama Island
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 AM
6:00 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.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 3 of Norwegian Gem April 2, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
7:00 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

4 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (Jacksonville Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem·April 2, 2026
APR FORECAST · JACKSONVILLE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
66°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
97°
AVG LOW
35°
AVG RAINFALL
3.0"
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
66°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Gem April 2, 2026 Excursions

Norwegian Gem·April 2, 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.

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

Itinerary Safety Score

4 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Grand Bahama Island (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 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 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 BREAKDOWN03 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
// 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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