Norwegian Joy itinerary map for May 13, 2026 (9 nights)
Norwegian Joy cruise ship

Norwegian JoyMay 13, 20269-Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Skagway & Juneau on Norwegian

This 9-night cruise aboard the Joy departs from Seattle, Washington on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 and returns on Friday, May 22nd. May weather across this route averages 74°/25°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $479.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.5 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Seattle
Washington
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026

Norwegian Joy · May 13, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Joy cruise ship departing May 13, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $479 ($54 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,229 ($137 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 61%.

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Inside
$479
🌊
Oceanview
$509
🌅
Balcony
$1,069
👑
Suite
$1,269

Price History – Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026

inside cabin
Norwegian Joy
May 13, 2026
$479
61% vs avg: $1,229

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip)

Norwegian Joy · May 13, 2026

The Norwegian Joy sails on May 13, 2026 for a 9 Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on May 22nd at 7:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Norwegian Joy will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip)

  • MAY13
    Seattle, Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY15
    Sitka, Alaska
    Sitka, Alaska
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY16
    Juneau, Alaska
    Juneau, Alaska
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY13
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY18
    Skagway, Alaska
    Skagway, Alaska
    A: 6:30 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY19
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY21
    Victoria, British Columbia
    Victoria, British Columbia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY22
    Seattle, Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 13, 2026 · 9 Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip)

Seattle, Washington — Day 1 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 1Wednesday, May 13

Seattle, Washington

Arrival:Departure: 4:00 PM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration.

Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 itinerary
Day 2Thursday, May 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

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

Sitka, Alaska — Day 3 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 3Friday, May 15

Sitka, Alaska

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 7:00 PM

Sitka, Alaska, offers docking at Sitka Port. Travelers explore Sitka National Historical Park and St. Michael’s Cathedral. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Russian history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park walks. Sitka’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Sitka an engaging destination for exploration.

Juneau, Alaska — Day 4 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 4Saturday, May 16

Juneau, Alaska

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration.

Cruise Glacier Bay — Day 5 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 5Wednesday, May 13

Cruise Glacier Bay

Arrival:Departure:

Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination.

Skagway, Alaska — Day 6 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 6Monday, May 18

Skagway, Alaska

Arrival: 6:30 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination.

Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 7 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 7Tuesday, May 19

Ketchikan, Alaska

Arrival: 11:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration.

Day 8 at sea — Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 itinerary
Day 8Wednesday, May 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

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

Victoria, British Columbia — Day 9 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 9Thursday, May 21

Victoria, British Columbia

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration.

Seattle, Washington — Day 10 of Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise
Day 10Friday, May 22

Seattle, Washington

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture:

Returning to Seattle, Washington — see Day 1 above for port info.

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Joy - May 13, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Seattle, Washington

May

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

31°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.8 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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
85 / 100
safer than 85% of all cruises
85
7
/ 10
Seattle, Washington
Seattle
Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.
9
/ 10
Sitka, Alaska
Sitka
Sitka, Alaska, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but it's advisable to remain aware of your surroundings.
8
/ 10
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau
Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.
10
/ 10
Cruise Glacier Bay
Glacier Bay
Passengers remain aboard their cruise ships in Glacier Bay, ensuring a safe experience while enjoying the scenic views.
9
/ 10
Skagway, Alaska
Skagway
Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.
8
/ 10
Ketchikan, Alaska
Ketchikan
Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.
9
/ 10
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria
Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.

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 May 13, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 cruise?

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $479 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Norwegian Joy May 13, 2026 route?

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, May averages 74°F highs and 25°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 13, 2026 Norwegian Joy itinerary?

This itinerary scores 8.5 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 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 Seattle, Washington on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM and returns on Friday, May 22nd, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Joy sailing on May 13, 2026?

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Joy itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.

Last Updated: May 11, 2026