Norwegian Gem itinerary map for April 9, 2026
Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Gem
April 9, 2026
15 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain

Norwegian Gem April 9, 2026

The Norwegian Gem April 9, 2026 cruise departs from New York, New York. On this 15 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (New York To Barcelona) sailing, the Norwegian Gem will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Apr 9th and returns on Friday, Apr 24th, 2026.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
New York
New York
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
7
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Norwegian Gem · April 9, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing April 9, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $657 ($44 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,439 ($96 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 54%.

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Average price: $1,439
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Norwegian Gem · April 9, 2026

The Norwegian Gem sails on April 9, 2026 for a 15 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (New York To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of New York, New York at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Apr 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

15 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (New York To Barcelona)

  • APR09
    New York, New York
    New York, New York
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR16
    Funchal, Madeira
    Funchal, Madeira
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • APR17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR18
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR19
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR20
    Motril (granada), Spain
    Motril (granada), Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR21
    Ibiza, Balearic Islands
    Ibiza, Balearic Islands
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
  • APR22
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • APR23
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR24
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

April 9, 2026 · 15 Night Transatlantic: France & Spain (New York To Barcelona)

New York, New York
Day 1•Thursday, Apr 9

New York, New York

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

New York, New York, offers docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Excursions include Broadway shows. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like I ❤️ NY crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New York’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and cultural experiences, making New York an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 2•Friday, Apr 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 3•Saturday, Apr 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 4•Sunday, Apr 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 5•Monday, Apr 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 6•Tuesday, Apr 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 7•Wednesday, Apr 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Funchal, Madeira
Day 8•Thursday, Apr 16

Funchal, Madeira

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 9•Friday, Apr 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 10•Saturday, Apr 18

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Day 11•Sunday, Apr 19

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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)

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Motril (granada), Spain
Day 12•Monday, Apr 20

Motril (granada), Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

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Ibiza, Balearic Islands
Day 13•Tuesday, Apr 21

Ibiza, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, has docking at Ibiza Port. Travelers explore Dalt Vila’s UNESCO-listed old town. Excursions visit Es Vedrà’s mystical rock. Local markets sell hierbas liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures whitewashed streets and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like espadrilles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance old town walks. Ibiza’s vibrant culture offers a lively Spanish stop, blending history with island allure.

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Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Day 14•Wednesday, Apr 22

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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)

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Marseille (Provence), France
Day 15•Thursday, Apr 23

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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)

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 16•Friday, Apr 24

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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)

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
7
/ 10
New York, New York
New York
Travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas and follow standard precautions to enhance safety while enjoying the city's attractions.
9
/ 10
Funchal, Madeira
Funchal
Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
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.
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.
7
/ 10
Ibiza, Balearic Islands
Ibiza
Ibiza is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty crime in nightlife areas and crowded beaches.
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.
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
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Gem

⚓ Tonnage

93,530

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,007

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,394

vs avg 3,120

The 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 Norwegian 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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Gem sailing on April 9, 2026?

This is a 15-night cruise itinerary departing from New York, New York.

What ports does the Norwegian Gem visit on the April 9, 2026 cruise?

This route includes new-york-new-york, funchal-madeira, gibraltar-uk, cadiz-seville-spain, motril-granada-spain, ibiza-balearic-islands, palma-de-mallorca-spain, marseille-france, barcelona-spain.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Gem April 9, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 7 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Gem sailing on April 9, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Gem itinerary?

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