Norwegian Joy itinerary map for August 24, 2026 (9 nights)
Norwegian Joy cruise ship

Norwegian Joy — August 24, 20269-Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Skagway & Juneau on Norwegian

This 9-night cruise aboard the Joy departs from Seattle, Washington on Monday, August 24, 2026 and returns on Wednesday, Sep 2nd. August weather across this route averages 82°/42°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $929.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.6 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Suite cabins rose $138 on May 11.

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

Cruise Price - Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026

Norwegian Joy · August 24, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Joy cruise ship departing August 24, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $929 ($104 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,336 ($149 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 30%.

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Inside
$929
🌊
Oceanview
$1,399
🌅
Balcony
$1,729
👑
Suite
$1,779

Price History – Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026

inside cabin
Norwegian Joy
August 24, 2026
$929
30% vs avg: $1,336

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

Norwegian Joy · August 24, 2026

The Norwegian Joy sails on August 24, 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 Sep 2nd 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)

  • AUG24
    Seattle, Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG26
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG27
    Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
    Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG28
    Juneau, Alaska
    Juneau, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG29
    Skagway, Alaska
    Skagway, Alaska
    A: 6:30 AM - D: 7:30 PM
  • AUG24
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP01
    Victoria, British Columbia
    Victoria, British Columbia
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 11:59 PM
  • SEP02
    Seattle, Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 24, 2026 · 9 Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip)

Seattle, Washington — Day 1 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Aug 24

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Tuesday, Aug 25

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.

Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 3 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Wednesday, Aug 26

Ketchikan, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska — Day 4 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Thursday, Aug 27

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska, offers docking at Icy Strait Point. Travelers explore Hoonah’s Tlingit culture and Chichagof Island. 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 Huna Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Icy Strait Point’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and marine wildlife, making Icy Strait Point an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Juneau, Alaska — Day 5 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Friday, Aug 28

Juneau, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Skagway, Alaska — Day 6 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Aug 29

Skagway, Alaska

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: 7:30 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cruise Glacier Bay — Day 7 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Monday, Aug 24

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 itinerary
Day 8•Monday, Aug 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.

Victoria, British Columbia — Day 9 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Tuesday, Sep 1

Victoria, British Columbia

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 11:59 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Seattle, Washington — Day 10 of Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Wednesday, Sep 2

Seattle, Washington

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Joy - August 24, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Seattle, Washington

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August

Typical Weather

91°F

Average High

46°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.2 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
86 / 100
safer than 86% of all cruises
86
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.
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
Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
Icy Strait
Icy Strait Point offers a secure environment for tourists with low crime rates, controlled access, and protocols to manage wildlife encounters.
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.
9
/ 10
Skagway, Alaska
Skagway
Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.
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
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 August 24, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Norwegian Joy August 24, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $929 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 August 24, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, August averages 82°F highs and 42°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 24, 2026 Norwegian Joy itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.6 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 Monday, August 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Sep 2nd, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Joy sailing on August 24, 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?▾

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Last Updated: May 11, 2026