Norwegian Gem itinerary map for December 11, 2027
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10 Night Panama Canal: Bahamas Jamaica & Costa Rica on Norwegian Norwegian Gem

December 11, 2027

Norwegian Gem December 11, 2027

The Norwegian Gem December 11, 2027 cruise departs from Miami, Florida. On this 10 Night Panama Canal: Bahamas Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the Norwegian Gem will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Dec 11th and returns on Tuesday, Dec 21st, 2027.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
4
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Norwegian Gem · December 11, 2027

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Norwegian Gem · December 11, 2027

The Norwegian Gem sails on December 11, 2027 for a 10 Night Panama Canal: Bahamas Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Dec 21st at 6:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Panama Canal: Bahamas Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip)

  • DEC11
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC14
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 12:30 PM
  • DEC15
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 4:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC15
    Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
    Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
    A: 4:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • DEC16
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    A: 6:30 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC18
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    Falmouth, Jamaica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC20
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC21
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 11, 2027 · 10 Night Panama Canal: Bahamas Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida
Day 1•Saturday, Dec 11

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Dec 12

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, Dec 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cartagena, Colombia
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 14

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 12:30 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Colon, Panama
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 15

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 4:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

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Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 15

Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)

Arrival: 4:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Panama Canal (Cruise into Canal), Panama, offers partial transit cruising. Travelers view Miraflores Locks and Gatun Lake from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering feats and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering marvels and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

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Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 16

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 7•Friday, Dec 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Falmouth, Jamaica
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 18

Falmouth, Jamaica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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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At Sea
Day 9•Sunday, Dec 19

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
Day 10•Monday, Dec 20

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Miami, Florida
Day 11•Tuesday, Dec 21

Miami, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem - December 11, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 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
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
10
/ 10
Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal can enjoy a safe experience aboard their ship, with low crime rates and strong security measures.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
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.
10
/ 10
Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
Great Stirrup
Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

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 December 11, 2027?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Miami, Florida.

What ports does the Norwegian Gem visit on the December 11, 2027 cruise?

This route includes miami-florida, cartagena-colombia, colon-panama, panama-canal-cruise-into-canal, puerto-limon-costa-rica, falmouth-jamaica, great-stirrup-cay-cruiseline-private-island-bahamas.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Gem December 11, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Gem sailing on December 11, 2027?

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