Norwegian Gem itinerary map for January 4, 2027 (10 nights)
Norwegian Gem itinerary map for January 4, 2027 (10 nights)
10 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Tampa, Florida
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Norwegian Gem
January 4, 2027

10-Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic aboard Norwegian Gem · Departing January 4, 2027 from the Port of Tampa, Florida.

Interior from$959/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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// AT A GLANCE

This 10-night cruise aboard the Gem departs from Tampa, Florida on Monday, January 4, 2027 and returns on Thursday, Jan 14th. January weather across this route averages 83°/58°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Inside cabins dropped $11 on May 22.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.1OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 71% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
10
night cruise
Mon → Thu
02
Tampa
departure port
Florida
03
6
port stops
Aruba
04
4
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN GEM·JANUARY 4, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship departing January 4, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $959 ($96 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,075 ($108 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 11%.

Norwegian Gem cruise departing January 4, 2027 — 10-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $959 ($96 per night). Average price: $1,075.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,075
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Gem · January 4, 2027
$959
$96 per night · 10 nights
↓
11% below average
Avg $1,075 · You save $116

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// 03 · ITINERARY

10 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 4, 2027
The Norwegian Gem sails on January 4, 2027 for a 10 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip) (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 Jan 14th at 6:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Gem
JANUARY 4, 2027
11 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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10 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · TAMPA
// 04 · PORTS

10 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Gem·January 4, 2027
Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
MONDAY·JAN 4

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.

JANUARY FORECAST
55°F avg · Avg
Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic — Day 4 of Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
THURSDAY·JAN 7

Cabo Rojo

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
2:00 PM

Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with tenders to Bahía de las Águilas, a remote beach. Travelers snorkel coral reefs with parrotfish. Local markets sell larimar jewelry. Excursions to Jaragua National Park, 30 minutes inland, spot flamingos. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; taxis 10-20 USD. Dining includes sancocho on board. Souvenirs feature amber pendants. Photography captures turquoise bays.

JANUARY FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 5 of Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
FRIDAY·JAN 8

Oranjestad

Aruba
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
7:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe 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. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Willemstad, Curacao — Day 6 of Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
SATURDAY·JAN 9

Willemstad

Curacao
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
6:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
Falmouth, Jamaica — Day 8 of Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
MONDAY·JAN 11

Falmouth

Jamaica
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 9 of Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
TUESDAY·JAN 12

George Town

Grand Cayman
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

10 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem·January 4, 2027
JAN FORECAST · TAMPA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
55°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
28°
AVG RAINFALL
2.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT TAMPA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
55°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Gem January 4, 2027 Excursions

Norwegian Gem·January 4, 2027

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.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

10 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa 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 BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Tampa 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cabo Rojo 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Cabo Rojo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant and avoid wandering alone at night to minimize risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Falmouth 🇯🇲

Jamaica · JamaicaHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Falmouth should stay vigilant against petty crime and avoid less populated areas, opting for organized excursions for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

George Town 🇰🇾

Grand Cayman · Cayman IslandsSAFE

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourNorwegian Gem·January 4, 2027sailing

  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $959 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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