Norwegian Gem itinerary map for November 28, 2026
Norwegian Gem

12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman on Norwegian Norwegian Gem

November 28, 2026

Norwegian Gem November 28, 2026

The Norwegian Gem November 28, 2026 cruise departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the Norwegian Gem will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Nov 28th and returns on Thursday, Dec 10th, 2026.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
4
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Norwegian Gem · November 28, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing November 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,199 ($100 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,235 ($103 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.

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Norwegian Gem · November 28, 2026

The Norwegian Gem sails on November 28, 2026 for a 12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Dec 10th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip)

  • NOV28
    Tampa, Florida
    Tampa, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • NOV29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC01
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC02
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    Tortola, British Virgin Islands
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC03
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC04
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC05
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 5:45 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC07
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC08
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC10
    Tampa, Florida
    Tampa, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

November 28, 2026 · 12 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip)

Tampa, Florida
Day 1•Saturday, Nov 28

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Nov 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Monday, Nov 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 1

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

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Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 2

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

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Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 3

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

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Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 7•Friday, Dec 4

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

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Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 5

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 5:45 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 9•Sunday, Dec 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Falmouth, Jamaica
Day 10•Monday, Dec 7

Falmouth, Jamaica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Falmouth, Jamaica, offers docking at Falmouth Port. Travelers explore Good Hope Estate and Martha Brae River. Excursions include rafting and Dunn’s River Falls climbs. Local markets sell jerk pork. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes curry goat, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like wood carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance river activities. Falmouth’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic estates and adventurous excursions, making Falmouth an engaging destination for exploration.

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George Town, Grand Cayman
Day 11•Tuesday, Dec 8

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 12•Wednesday, Dec 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tampa, Florida
Day 13•Thursday, Dec 10

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem - November 28, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tampa, Florida

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November

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

40°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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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
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
7
/ 10
Tampa, Florida
Tampa
Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
7
/ 10
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola
Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
6
/ 10
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Charlotte Amalie
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
5
/ 10
Falmouth, Jamaica
Falmouth
Travelers in Falmouth should stay vigilant against petty crime and avoid less populated areas, opting for organized excursions for safety.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

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 November 28, 2026?

This is a 12-night cruise itinerary departing from Tampa, Florida.

What ports does the Norwegian Gem visit on the November 28, 2026 cruise?

This route includes tampa-florida, san-juan-puerto-rico, tortola-british-virgin-islands, basseterre-st-kitts, philipsburg-st-maarten, charlotte-amalie-st-thomas, falmouth-jamaica, george-town-grand-cayman.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Gem November 28, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Gem sailing on November 28, 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?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Mar 31, 2026