Norwegian Joy itinerary map for March 29, 2025 (15 nights)
Norwegian Joy cruise ship

Norwegian Joy — March 29, 202515-Night Panama Canal - Westbound on Norwegian

This 15-night cruise aboard the Joy departs from Miami, Florida on Saturday, March 29, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Apr 13th. March weather across this route averages 92°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
7

Cruise Price - Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025

Norwegian Joy · March 29, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Joy cruise ship departing March 29, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,213 ($81 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,371 ($92 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 12%.

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Inside
$1,213
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Oceanview
$1,493
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Balcony
$2,033
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Suite
$1,863

Price History – Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025

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Norwegian Joy
March 29, 2025
$1,213
12% vs avg: $1,371

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound (Miami To Los Angeles)

Norwegian Joy · March 29, 2025

The Norwegian Joy sails on March 29, 2025 for a 15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound (Miami To Los Angeles). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Apr 13th at 7:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Norwegian Joy will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound (Miami To Los Angeles)

  • MAR29
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR01
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • MAR29
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: — - D: —
  • APR02
    Panama City, Panama
    Panama City, Panama
    A: 8:00 PM - D: —
  • MAR29
    Panama City, Panama
    Panama City, Panama
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • APR04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR05
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR07
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR10
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • APR11
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • APR12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR13
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 29, 2025 · 15 Night Panama Canal - Westbound (Miami To Los Angeles)

Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Mar 29

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Joy — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, The District Brew House & The Photo Gallery.

Day 3 at sea — Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Mar 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Joy — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, The District Brew House & The Photo Gallery.

Cartagena, Colombia — Day 4 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Apr 1

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Panama Canal Transit — Day 5 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Saturday, Mar 29

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge 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 marvels 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 feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Panama City, Panama — Day 5 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Apr 2

Panama City, Panama

Arrival: 8:00 PM•Departure: —

Panama City, Panama, offers docking at Balboa Port. Travelers explore Casco Viejo’s colonial streets and Panama Canal Museum. Excursions visit Emberá indigenous villages. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures historic facades and canal views. Dining onboard includes carimañolas, a Panamanian snack. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Panama’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Panama City’s vibrant colonial charm offers a dynamic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and canal history, making Panama City an engaging destination for exploring Panama’s rich past and modern vibrancy.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Panama City, Panama — Day 6 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Apr 3

Panama City, Panama

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:00 PM

Returning to Panama City, Panama — see Day 6 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Apr 4

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Joy — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, The District Brew House & The Photo Gallery.

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica — Day 8 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Apr 5

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Caldera Port. Travelers explore Carara National Park and Jacó Beach. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures scarlet macaws and Pacific 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 hikes. Puerto Caldera’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic beaches, making Puerto Caldera an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 itinerary
Day 9•Sunday, Apr 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Joy — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, The District Brew House & The Photo Gallery.

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala — Day 10 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Apr 7

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 11 at sea — Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 itinerary
Day 11•Tuesday, Apr 8

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Joy — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, The District Brew House & The Photo Gallery.

Day 12 at sea — Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 itinerary
Day 12•Wednesday, Apr 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Joy — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, The District Brew House & The Photo Gallery.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — Day 13 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, Apr 10

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Day 14 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 14•Friday, Apr 11

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 15 at sea — Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 itinerary
Day 15•Saturday, Apr 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Joy — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, The District Brew House & The Photo Gallery.

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California — Day 16 of Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 cruise
Day 16•Sunday, Apr 13

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Joy - March 29, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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March

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

52°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 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
64 / 100
safer than 64% of all cruises
64
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.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Panama City, Panama
Panama City
Travelers in Panama City should stay vigilant, avoid risky areas, and exercise caution due to varying safety levels and potential urban crime.
7
/ 10
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Puerto Caldera
Travelers at Puerto Caldera should stay cautious, especially in less populated areas, and consider organized tours for enhanced safety.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Joy

⚓ Tonnage

167,725

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,017

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,094

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

3,804

vs avg 3,120

The Joy has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet in length. Norwegian Joy is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Joy holds 3,804 passengers. That includes 1,983 cruise vacationers and 1,821 staff members. The Joy total number of staterooms is 1,902.

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Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Joy March 29, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 15-night route, March averages 92°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 29, 2025 Norwegian Joy itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Norwegian Joy sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Joy departs Miami, Florida on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Apr 13th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 15 nights.

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