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Norwegian Jewel itinerary map for December 9, 2027 (11 nights)
Norwegian Jewel itinerary map for December 9, 2027 (11 nights)
11 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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Norwegian Jewel
December 9, 2027

11-Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize aboard Norwegian Jewel · Departing December 9, 2027 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 Cruise Overview

This 11-night cruise aboard the Jewel departs from Miami, Florida on Thursday, December 9, 2027 and returns on Monday, Dec 20th. December weather across this route averages 85°/65°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
11
night cruise
Thu → Mon
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
8
port stops
Rica
04
4
sea days
Day 2
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The Norwegian Jewel, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Thursday, December 9, 2027 from Miami, Florida for a 11-night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize cruise. This itinerary includes 8 unique port stops and 4 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 85°F highs and 65°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,539, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Jewel sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN JEWEL·DECEMBER 9, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship departing December 9, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,539 ($140 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,504 ($137 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.

Norwegian Jewel cruise departing December 9, 202711-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,539 ($140 per night). Average price: $1,504.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $1,504
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Jewel · December 9, 2027
$1,539
$140 per night · 11 nights
2% above average
Avg $1,504

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// 03 · ITINERARY

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 9, 2027
The Norwegian Jewel sails on December 9, 2027 for a 11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip) (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 20th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Jewel will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Jewel
DECEMBER 9, 2027
13 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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11 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Jewel·December 9, 2027
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·DEC 9

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.

George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 3 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SATURDAY·DEC 11

George Town

Grand Cayman
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 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.

Cartagena, Colombia — Day 5 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
MONDAY·DEC 13

Cartagena

Colombia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 AM
1:00 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.

Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal) — Day 6 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 AM
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.

Colon, Panama — Day 6 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 6
TUESDAY·DEC 14

Colon

Panama
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 PM
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.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica — Day 7 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 7
WEDNESDAY·DEC 15

Puerto Limon

Costa Rica
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
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.

Harvest Caye, Belize — Day 9 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 9
FRIDAY·DEC 17

Harvest Caye

Belize
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
3:00 PM

Harvest Caye, Belize (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore lagoon beaches and coral reefs. Excursions include kayaking and zip-lining. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures mangroves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Harvest Caye’s island allure offers a vibrant Belizean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort activities and marine beauty, making Harvest Caye an engaging destination for relaxation.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 10 of Norwegian Jewel December 9, 2027 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 10
SATURDAY·DEC 18

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
7:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Jewel·December 9, 2027
DEC FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Miami port guide
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
45°
AVG RAINFALL
2.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Miami Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Norwegian Jewel itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

8 PORTS OF CALL·989 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MIAMI SHORE TOURS
OF 202
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(3,176)
$42

Speedboat Sightseeing Adventure of Miami

Miami's only off-shore, speedboat tour. Experience thrills during a 45-minute speedboat ride across Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(2,836)
$75.51

Everglades Small-Group Tour from Miami with Transportation

Experience the Florida Everglades on this 4–5 hour small-group tour from Miami, featuring an exciting airboat…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(2,694)
$25.20

Miami Biscayne Bay rich and famous Sightseeing Boat Tour

Set sail on an unforgettable journey through the famous waters of Biscayne Bay with Miami’s top rated Miami…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
3.5(2,496)
$45

Miami: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with Cruise Option

Discover Miami's vibrant vibes with a hop-on hop-off tour of Magic City. Our flexible tours turn Miami into…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(1,593)
$25.50

Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline & Celebrity Homes

Set sail on an unforgettable adventure through Biscayne Bay aboard the Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline &…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(1,381)
$78

60 min. Everglades Airboat ride & pick-up ,small group +pro guide

Our Everglades Tour is led by a real guide with over 10 years of experience in Miami. Personal connection is…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(923)
$189

Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride

With your expert naturalist guide, head out on an amazing 90-minute nature walk in Everglades National Park…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.1(832)
$24.50

Miami Millionaire’s Row Sightseeing Cruise around Biscayne Bay

Experience Miami’s original Millionaire’s Row cruise, family-owned and operated for over 75 years (est…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Miami has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami 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 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 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 BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

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
03

Cartagena 🇨🇴

Colombia · ColombiaCAUTION

Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal) 🇵🇦

Panama · PanamaSAFE

Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal can enjoy a safe experience aboard their ship, with low crime rates and strong security measures.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Colon 🇵🇦

Panama · PanamaCAUTION

Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Puerto Limon 🇨🇷

Costa Rica · Costa RicaCAUTION

Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Harvest Caye 🇧🇿

Belize · BelizeSAFE

Harvest Caye features controlled access and strong security measures, ensuring a safe environment for travelers to enjoy their visit.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Jewel Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Jewel cruise ship exterior
NORWEGIAN · JEWEL
CHRISTENED
2005
STATEROOMS
1,190
TONNAGE
93,502GT
25.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 125,377 GT
YEAR BUILT
2005
7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2012
LENGTH
965ft
3.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,000 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,376cruisers
24.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,153 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Jewel has a construction date of 2005 and a total size of 93,502 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Jewel is included in Norwegian's Jewel class. At full capacity, the Jewel holds 2,376 passengers. That includes 1,307 cruise vacationers and 1,069 staff members. The Jewel total number of staterooms is 1,190.

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// 09 · FAQ

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FAQs for yourNorwegian Jewel·December 9, 2027sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,539 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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